Cutting isn't a healthy habit at all. Try to find another thing to do when you get the urges to cut. Find things to keep your mind occupied and find other outlets. I know it's hard and everyone's going through something but we gotta get through this. If you ever need someone to talk to I'm here. I'm Tana btw.

I remember how the calm came after the storm of wanting to cut and actually doing it. I know that place that you are talking about how it makes you feel better and forget the past... I know or should I say I knew.

I've been set free from that nightmare of cutting for years now. It is not an easy thing to do. I wished I could just snap out of it, but it was a strong hold beyond my control. It helped talking to a therapist to deal with the past issues that were making me want to cut.

Honestly, what helped me out of it all was my faith. I believed that the Lord was my strength and calling out to him was my saving grace. He sustained me when I was at my weakest point. I came to the conclusion that I could not do it myself. So, I invited God into the situation and trusted him to carry me.

But one of my problems was I did not want to stop. So, I prayed, Psalm 51:12 "Restore to me the joy of your salvation and sustain me with a willing spirit." I did not have a willing spirit so I prayed for it.

New coping skills are important! I just want you to know that there is hope. Don't stop trying to change. It will happen!

hey Tobie, i'm Rae. i'm really sorry that you're struggling, & i want you to know that i understand & you are not alone. i know what it's like to struggle with self harm, especially when it feels like everything around you couldn't possibly get any worse & it's your only escape route. but there are always better options than hurting yourself, whether it be communicating with someone who cares about you, relaxing for a while & watching a movie, getting out of the house for a bit & walking around or going somewhere fun, & just anything that will clear your head & help you wind down. cutting is not a coping skill with past traumas, it's just more pain you're adding on, which is never a good solution. your options are to either face the past or move on from it; these are both difficult decisions, but always remember that you have people who care about you. whether they be friends from school, teachers or counselors, other family members, or even anyone on this website, there are people who care about you & want you to feel better & find the support you deserve. you're very courageous for reaching out online; just know that if you're ever in need of someone to talk to, i'm just a PM away. i hope you're doing alright today & remember to never give up hope.

I hadn't cut in 2.5 years up until 3 weeks ago when my emotions took over before another suicide attempt. The thing with cutting is, while detrimental, it works. It's addicting because it DOES help, even if it is very unhealthy. I participated in self harm behaviors for 8 years. What helped me was having a therapist who understood, getting on meds that made me semi-stable and beginning to be honest with my mom and others around me. 3 weeks ago I was worried I'd fall down the addicting rabbit hole again, but it's not so bad. Realizing you can eliminate cutting/self harm from your life and still be able to cope effectively in other ways is very empowering. I'm Mel. Feel free to PM me anytime. I know sometimes just having a friend helps.