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Forum: Self-Harm Discussion and Support 08-09-2007, 12:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,194
Posted By Scarred soul
That is a major achievement I am 16 months sober...

That is a major achievement I am 16 months sober (I am an alcoholic). I was 6 months SI free but my cat died and i did some very minor SH so I am back where I started. It is great to come on this...
Forum: Self-Harm Discussion and Support 26-06-2007, 04:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,113
Posted By Scarred soul
I have given up self harm and drinking many times...

I have given up self harm and drinking many times for other people. One important thing I learnt in rehab is it is no good stopping for someone esle. The reason has to be for yourself. I used to have...
Forum: Serious Discussion and Advice 21-06-2007, 09:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,045
Posted By Scarred soul
I had a similar situation where my psychiatrist...

I had a similar situation where my psychiatrist thought I was a big risk. So they invited my Mum in for a chat. I was really worried about what would happen. Instead it was a very constructive...
Forum: General Support and Advice 18-06-2007, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,564
Posted By Scarred soul
Hello I gave up smoking 6 weeks ago and I did...

Hello

I gave up smoking 6 weeks ago and I did it with the nicorette gum. I did not cut down but I choose my sober birthday which is an important day for me and one I would remember. I started on...
Forum: Serious Discussion and Advice 16-06-2007, 10:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,591
Posted By Scarred soul
I am a recovering alcoholic and there is a saying...

I am a recovering alcoholic and there is a saying in AA which helps to determine if alcohol has become a problem for you.

If alcohol feels like the problem then it probably is not a problem.

If...
Forum: Serious Discussion and Advice 14-06-2007, 06:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,067
Posted By Scarred soul
Hi there I know exactly what you mean. I had a...

Hi there

I know exactly what you mean. I had a very near miss with death. I cut a major artery and nearly died of blood loss. Some how I managed to phone 999 I can't remember doing it. The police...
Forum: Veterans Board 13-06-2007, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,371
Posted By Scarred soul
Bookmark Honesty is the best policy?

Hi All

I thought I would share a real life situation where I was honest about my self harm and was treated how you would expect to be treated. I have been applying for a drug and addictions...
Forum: Veterans Board 12-06-2007, 07:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,522
Posted By Scarred soul
Hi I started CBT 6 weeks ago and so far it has...

Hi

I started CBT 6 weeks ago and so far it has been very helpful. My CPN seems to think I am doing really well with it. I have not SH for 3 months and the last cut was bad it took 5 weeks to heal,...
Forum: Serious Discussion and Advice 12-06-2007, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,952
Posted By Scarred soul
Don't beat yourself up with all the negative...

Don't beat yourself up with all the negative talk. I can really understand where you are at. ~If I go without SH for a while I will think I am missing out and make up for lost time. I have also not...
Forum: Serious Discussion and Advice 12-06-2007, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,678
Posted By Scarred soul
You will feel better once you have the right...

You will feel better once you have the right support behind you. My doctor, CPN and psychiatrist are really good support for me and help me deal with nasty situations. When I was in rehab we did an...
Forum: Serious Discussion and Advice 12-06-2007, 04:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,678
Posted By Scarred soul
Sorry to hear about your situation. I agree it is...

Sorry to hear about your situation. I agree it is time to see a professional and get the help you deserve. If you are only sleeping 3 hours a night maybe some medication might help. I am really sorry...
Forum: Self-Harm Discussion and Support 10-06-2007, 03:12 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 6,123
Posted By Scarred soul
Hi Everyone I have nasty story to tell about...

Hi Everyone

I have nasty story to tell about scars and other peoples reactions. My arms are very badly scarred and I got a job as a volunteer at Bristol zoo. It was so hot in the tropical house I...
Forum: Veterans Board 10-06-2007, 12:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,440
Posted By Scarred soul
I once had an Oscar that was a foot long! It was...

I once had an Oscar that was a foot long! It was a tiger lovely colour. I used to feed it on cat food it ate a huge amount.
Forum: Self-Harm Discussion and Support 09-06-2007, 06:03 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 10,806
Posted By Scarred soul
Don't forget that opiate users are given syringes...

Don't forget that opiate users are given syringes and needles etc due to the spread and danger to health from HIV and AIDS. The Government decided that AIDS was a higher risk to human health than the...
Forum: Mental Health Discussion and Support 06-06-2007, 06:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,256
Posted By Scarred soul
I am a recovering alcoholic and chronic self...

I am a recovering alcoholic and chronic self harmer. I know exactly what you have found. I always thought it was either or, SH and drink. My CPN put me straight on this and said that was not true and...
Forum: Self-Harm Discussion and Support 05-06-2007, 07:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,653
Posted By Scarred soul
Hi Katie Thanks for being so honest and you are...

Hi Katie

Thanks for being so honest and you are a tower of strength. It sounds like your own insight really helps you to understand your illness. I am a recovering alcoholic and self harmer. Going...
Forum: Self-Harm Discussion and Support 05-06-2007, 04:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,781
Posted By Scarred soul
Saying that you will never cut again is relapse...

Saying that you will never cut again is relapse talk and is am impossible concept to take on board. Think of it as an addictive loop the more you focus on how bad you are like i keep falling back...
Forum: Self-Harm Discussion and Support 05-06-2007, 03:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,781
Posted By Scarred soul
Hello My name is Ben and I am doing an MSc in...

Hello
My name is Ben and I am doing an MSc in Drug use and addictions. I am also a chronic self harmer and recovering alcoholic. I have been sober for 13 months and havd not self harmed for 11 weeks....
Forum: Introductions 04-06-2007, 05:02 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 12,890
Posted By Scarred soul
Hi everyone I joined as Benjamin2007 and have...

Hi everyone

I joined as Benjamin2007 and have changed name to 'scarred soul'

My name is Ben and I am 31 years old, SH for 8 years and have not cut since 19/3/2007

See you around

xx
Forum: Veterans Board 04-06-2007, 12:05 PM
Replies: 1,257
Views: 460,106
Posted By Scarred soul
Hi everyone I am Ben and I am 31 years old also...

Hi everyone

I am Ben and I am 31 years old also known as scarred soul. I have been self harming for 8 years and have a chronic problem with it. I am 11 weeks since my last cut. I am also a...
Forum: Introductions 04-06-2007, 11:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,856
Posted By Scarred soul
Important Hi I am new

Hello everyone

I am just checking in to say I have not self harmed for 11 weeks and have not had a alcoholic drink for 13 months and I have not had a fag in 4 weeks. I am 31 years old and currently...
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