{{{{{{{Ryan}}}}}}}}

SI is our only coping mechanism for quite a few of us. That really makes it rough when you have a crisis to face. I really like the list of distractions, and those can help when you want to give in to the urge, but you know that it isn't what you want in the long run, you know? We also have to work on developing new coping methods, and that just might be harder. I guess it's best if we can find a way to address and deal with the issue. In your case, deciding to ask your ex to move out is dealing with what is going on in your life, although that's creating a new issue in the process, isn't it? So what could you think of to deal with that? How about invite some friends over? Or think of advantages of having your space to yourself, and things that you will enjoy as solitary activities?

I totally understand this being difficult, and I care about you and respect you however you get through this time.

Wendy