Hiii! (TW)
Umm well it's pretty obvious that I'm here cuz I self harm or I used to.
fortunately I haven't cut or beat myself for about a month. I'm still struggling with the temptation to but I've been restraining the urge thanks to friends.
idk if this counts as self harm, but sometimes during a panic attack, I would take one or two extra strength Tylenol just with caffeine to try and numb the panic. It's a bad habit and I want to try and break it.
Also I need some advice on what to do with a friend. She's like a sister to me so I told her about my self harm. But she swore that if I cut again, she would too. I don't want her to start but sometimes I need to cut so that I don't try to fatally overdose. I'm rly not sure what to do with her
@SpicyMochi
Hello! Welcome to the Community!
I am super proud that you have been clean for about a month - It can be really difficult to resist and that is somethingyou should definitely be proud of - I am glad you have had some friends there helping you resist the urges!
The definition of self harm....
Self-harm is when somebody intentionally damages or injures their body. It's usually a way of coping with or expressing overwhelming emotional distress.
Do you think that taking extra medications when not prescribed could be damaging your body?
I can see that you are very strong and determined in getting better and that is amazing! It will be challenging because no road to recovery is without its bumps but you are making a great start and showing lots of courrage comming and joining the forum here!
I understand it can be challenging to hear a friend say she willl harm if you do too - I have had my Boyfriend say the same thing to me too... it can feel quite overwhelming. I can't offer you advice but have you tried finding some rescources online about how you can support someone who suffers with self harm - and then show these to your friend? It might help her gain a better understanding of your situation! If you need any help finding some let me know and ill give you a hand!
I am so proud of you comming here and being so open and sharing with us!
Stay Strong and Keep Fighting!
Remember you are never alone in this!
-Joy <3