Prettier than Scars
 

I've just recently decided to stop SIing and I want to make a list of things prettier than scars. Most of the reason I did it was because I loved the way it looked, so I want to be able to refer to something when all I can think about is how pretty the scars would look. So I'm looking for as many beautiful things as you guys can think of. Thanks!

Rain, wolves, roses, sakuras, cats, rainbows, forests, crows, eyes.

I think anyone who wears a smile is beautiful, hair bows, nail polish, dimples, the smell of autumn, old keys, dangle earrings, feathers, the look someone gives you when you give them an unexpected compliment.

This is a really good idea! :-) I have more or less the same problem as you, as the looks of my injuries/scars tempt me to do it more. So I think this list might be a really helpful incentive to reduce my SI'ing as well.

Some things to add to the list:
Cute dresses, tank tops, and dress shirts; newly dyed hair; puppies; summer sunsets; people aging gracefully and naturally; confident smiles.

Hope this helps some! :-)

confidence, openness

Radishes. I just really love their shape and colour!

Also, maybe you could make a box / photo album of pictures of beautiful things so you could look at them whenever you feel triggered.

Why are there not more responses to this thread? I feel triggered tonight and I also struggle with liking the way it looks which makes me want to do it more, and remembered this thread and I'm glad i found it.

So, here goes:
Butterflies
Rain on hot a sunny day
A tan
Jewellery
Smiles that reach the eyes
Old books that are well-loved
Old teddy bears
Flowers
The sun
The snow
Babies
Friendly happy people
Best friends
Life.

puppies, babies, flowers of all kinds, teddy bears

I like this idea because I too struggle with seeing my scars and wanting to add to them. I don't have a whole list but I would definitely say butterflies, they are my most favorite thing. They start out as what some people consider an ugly caterpillar, then, they transform into a beautiful butterfly with bright wings that can take them anywhere they want to go. I am trying to keep that thought in my head as I'm struggling with bad urges.

Great idea! Here's my list:
Double rainbows
Trees in the wind
Lightning storms
Bright nail polish
'Happy' tears
The sunset
Clear blue skies
A peacock's tail opened up
A decorated Christmas tree
Beautifully iced/decorated cakes/cupcakes
Flower arrangements
Footprints in the sand on the beach

I feel like I could go on forever. I love the idea so much. :)

Here's mine.

Protests (I think a good protest is a beautiful thing).
Beautiful people,
Smiles,
Eyes,
Boobies,
Puppies,
My face,
Beautiful photos.

(Ok, some of them are a joke! But jokes are a beautiful thing).

I love Christmas trees
snow
baubles
fairy lights (I'm feeling Christmassy)
pencilcases
new stationary
sharpened pencils
Oxford collars
typewriters (the really old ones)
pearls
lambs
unprotected WiFi! :D

this list is weird, sorry :P

The sky. It is infinite and full of possibilities. Go outside and look up. Even on a dreary day the beauty is breathtaking. Best wishes as you embrace your si free life.

The horizon, particularly when the sky is big, and there's nothing around to obstruct it.

I love sunsets.
Cornfields,
Horses,
Pine trees,
Carnations,
Fairies,
Plaid,
Deer.

Sparkly things.

I really like this thread :)

YES sparkly are so pretty :)
also grand pianos
and blue hair

*Bump* :)

sun, colourful scarves, music, grass, flowers, freedom, beads, shining light. chocolate chip cookies, henna tattoos, happiness, brides and grooms glow, mountain views