I could really do with some support

[MisterSuperstar]

Heyo.
I'm Danny.
Fairly new.

I 've never really spoken about my self-harming before because I always think that people are gonna think much less of me but here goes...

I've been cutting myself up and down my arm for a year or so now but I really want to stop.
I've recently only been cutting the top of my left arm because I can never take it when people see the scars and then say bad things or just look at me like I'm a total loser.

I just do it as a way to put me back in control, when things get me upset or angry.
Kind of become a way of life for me now.

I would really appreciate some support or advice.

Thankwoo.
Love.
x

[_plastic]

Hey Danny , and welcome to the RYL :D

I'm glad that you took this step to talk about your SH and to try to stop , don't feel afraid of talking about how you feel here , it's a safe environment where no one judges the other , so don't worry about that .

There are very helpful resources about SH , if you can understand the reasons why you SH and find other options and other coping mechanism that will make it easier to quit SH .

See the links below :
Preaparing to stop [link]
Reasons to stop [link]

When you have urges to hurt yourself , try to distract yourself as much as possible PM if you need to talk i will listen , see the links below they are very helpful :
Fun and distraction Forum [link]
Thr big Distraction list [link]

xhugsx

PM anytime Danny x

[razorwirearm]

Hey Danny,

its really great that you are trying to stop, and it sounds like your making progress even if it is just by controlling it a bit and keeping it to one area.

i know exactly what you mean about putting you back in control, but there are other ways to do that, and hopefully you can find those here.

everyone here is supporting you, and if you want to talk or anything just PM me.

x

[MisterSuperstar]

Thanks.
I do usually manage to distract myself from doing it.
It really upsets me though because my girlfriend hates me doing it and gets really upset by it but there are times like the other night when I just can't help myself.
It just lets me control something.

I've managed to not SH anywhere near as much as I used to but I would really like to try and stop.

Danny
x

[Infected Mushroom]

well done on reducing the amount you SI.
really its a big achievement.
i cut for the same reason, control, and i admire you for being able to distract yourself.

well done and keep going,
stay strong and keep fighting...always here for you
Mush x