Trigger warning- this thread is about self harm and helping to cope xx
Hi! So glad you ran into this thread- it seems as though self harm is an issue of yours.
i cannot tell you not to self harm- you are obviously going through a very rough time and you have found a way to work through it. Though i want to stress- please take care of yourself afterwards.
if you have been crying- take a shower or atleast wash your face.
if you have been cutting- please clean the wound up and bandage it- get yourself medical help if you feel like it's bleeding too much
Otherwise- here are some things you can do instead of hurt yourself!
Read, go for a run, take a shower (take the rasors out first), write the names of people who would miss you, write your thoughts down, call up your parents or a close friend. listen to upbeat happy songs
Remember guys, i love you so much and you shouldn't feel bad for hurting yourself- its a way that you regulate your emotions. however there are so many ways to prevent it. I love you all, please feel free to message me if you need to vent or talk.
Byeeeee x
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