I've been picking since I was a teen. There has been times I've tried to stop but then the next thing I know I'm picking again. Mostly from boredom and without knowing it before it's too late. Also because of acne and believing that if I can just remove this thing I'll be perfect but I'm lying to myself. Picking has kept me from dating and dressing the way I want to dress. It's a sad road to travel. But I'm getting better and gaining more confidence.