Self-Injury Support Group

Whether you or someone you know or love struggles with self-injury, this is the community to discuss your experience, find support, meet others going through the same, and get advice on how to stop. Working together, we can help find alternative coping skills to reduce the urge to self-harm.

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Squaresquirrel 11/13/2011

Hi, I cut today for the first time in months but I really didn't want to. It was like I was on autopilot and watching someone else do it through my own eyes. It's really scary I still feel a bit out of it and am worried that it will come back on - what can I do? has anyone had similar experiences??

e4now 11/13/2011

i get out of body experiences or disassociation sometimes...its no fun watching myself mutilate my body is scarey because i dont feel in control...what if i cut too deep?

deleted_user 11/13/2011

It's ok dear, just pick your self back up and ask yourself what kind of help you might need like extra therapy, group therapy, etc

Squaresquirrel 11/14/2011

Thanks for the support guys, I went to A and E to stay safe last night and they've referred me to a home treatment team which IM seeing today. Thanks again!

deleted_user 11/14/2011

I find if I'm getting that 'autopilot' feeling, it's good to do something which is engaging for all your senses, things like drawing, going for a walk or exercise are good.
Personally I like going out for a walk in the woods near where I live. Take some deep breaths and try and concentrate on the environment around you (it's good to be outside for fresh air) If it feels like you still arent connecting with the environment, then bringing in touch is usually effective, (sounding weird now but) the woods are great because you can touch trees, pick up leaves and scrunch them in your hands (good in autumn because they're crunchy) and scuff your feet along the floor to get some sound around you
Just a suggestion that often helps me when I'm feeling a bit out of it

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