yeah, prolonging helps a little though..
for me if i didnt id probably do it multiple times a day
so i think prolonging as much as possible is a good thing...
but im not a professional and i dont want you to go too long and accidentally-


right now you can see alot of scars so if i pulled my sleeve up it would probably scare anyone who see it.. but the older scars kind of faded a little although they werent as bad as the lately ones.. can still see them if you examine the area.. but faded...
scared these recently ones wont fade though
its embarrassing... and im ashamed.. but i dont know, i just dunno what else to do sometimes so i understand you



its kind of a scary thing :/ we just have to try to control it... my old T said if i HAVE to do it, then absolutely must take care with it you know? alot of things can go wrong... infections for example... or being too upset and

hang in there... keep doing the therapy, it really can help and hopefully she can help you develop better coping skills right?
im glad you have a good relationship with her

i dont really know much good advice about it.. i just try to avoid it...
be gentle with yourself...