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Should I hide my scars?

User Profile: BreakTheCycle96
BreakTheCycle96 October 5th, 2025

Hi there!

29/f here, I stopped cutting 2 years ago, I made myself a promise. However, the scars are still clearly visible, since i did a deep wound once, and as i realised the amount of blood, i panicked, grabbed a needle and sew it with shaking hands. (i was in a terrible state at the time). It got infected too, but i was too afraid to show it to a doctor. Since that, it healed, but since i made a poor job with that + i have other scars next to that, i think people judge me bc of it. i dont know, if i should hide them. Covering them feels like lying, but showing them makes me stressed around people. These are mostly on my wrist. Any toughts?

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User Profile: Amanda84
Amanda84 October 5th, 2025

@BreakTheCycle96

I'm sorry you went through so much.

Yes, they are a part of you.

But it's something you don't have to share with everyone, only those who truly see and love you.

It's your decision.

No one else's 💕💜

User Profile: OtakuMagicGirl2256
OtakuMagicGirl2256 October 13th, 2025

On one hand, I would say uncovered because it's nobody's buisness what's on your skin.

On the other hand, I dont want any further harm to happen to the scars (infection, re-opening, etc.)

In the end, it's all up to you.

Best Wishes <3