Reactions - Discusse

[shadowedseraph]

I Think a hug and reassurances that they still care about you are the best ones :)

[.ghost.]

I think reactions that show people care but don't focus on it too much are the best. Things like "that's ok" or "oh right" would be ok.

I don't think I'd like it if somebody said "so?" because I'd feel as though they didn't care or were implying that they thought it was for attention, but I don't like reactions when people start getting really emotional over it. It was kind of strange when I had to reassure a friend that it was no big deal to me, she got really upset and was trying to beg me to stop. I know it was only because she cares and all that, but I felt really uncomfortable about it.

[someone-hiding]

My parents were obviously shocked, but they were actually quite understanding - considering. They made loads of promises to help me and support me. Now I think they've forgotten I ever told them...

[DropDead-]

When my mum found out,she went ballistic,she sat me down in my room for about an hour. Telling me how stupid i was being,and how the hell i ever thought cutting would make things better. She even held on to my arm and when she got madder she squeezed my arm more. She told me she was never going to forgive me.And she said "how would you feel if i went in my room and cut myself right now?" Must of been one of the worst days of my life. That was definetely the worst reaction i've ever gotten.
I guess my best reaction was from my deputy head of year,she looked at me and said " I did that too hun,its not easy is it?" Then gave me a big hugg,and i talk to her all the time.