Help with self harm
Good day.
I was wondering what if any techniques or ways work good for getting rid of self harming thoughts?
I usually am fine until something in my life happens and it just feels that everything is too much and the only thing that seems to take the pain away temporarily is hurting myself.
I have tried the calming breathing and yoga, physical exercise and such but it doesn't seem to be working.
I don't have anyone to talk to regarding this or any of my feelings as my family sees people seeking help as a show of weakness and will make fun of you until something else bighappens so they forget about you.
At this point any help will be appreciated.
Thank you and have a wonderful rest of your day/night.
@Tryinginlife1
Please check out the self help guide on 7 cups on self harm , that would really give you an idea.
Here it is: https://www.7cups.com/self-harm/
Hey @Tryinginlife1
I’m so sorry you are struggling with self-harming thoughts. You are so strong to be reaching out, I would strongly suggest you look at the 7Cups help guides as they can be a good starting point to finding support.
There are many things you can try to do to help distract your mind away from the thoughts. Please remember that different things work for different people, so be sure to try a range of different techniques.
I hope you find the help guide worthwhile, remember if you make it through those 20 minutes, you’ll be okay.
💛
You might also find this beneficial :
Two quick suggestions - praise yourself every day that you don't do it and then try hugging yourself when the pressure becomes too strong. @Tryinginlife1
What I like to do is whenever I feel like cutting myself, I pick up a pumpkin or an eggplant and I cut those things with a really sharp knife however I want to cut myself as deep as I want to. It is defo better than cutting yourself. Hope this helps, if it doesn't, please check the links on the app. I love you, stay safe