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#126
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I am thinking about getting a punch bag and gloves !!!
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#127
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Love yourself.
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I'm new here. I have Bipolar 2 and Trich. One thing that has worked for me with my hair pulling is Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). The counselor I used moved away. But, it worked a good year. When I went to see the guy counselor he suggested he demonstrate it on something simple like biting my nails. I said no! I wanted to do it for my hair pulling, I was desperate! So we did. He teaches how to follow up and refresh at home. It's basically saying a positive statement touching pressure points like used in acupuncture.
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#129
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Halliebeth,
Yes those are the things I do when I feel like hurting myself. Another thing is doing the DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy). That been a real help for me. I use it practically every day. loveyouhun |
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#130
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Workout. Get yourself a proper, healthy burn! The burn of some weights or some decent floor exercises. Not only will you look better, get out your frustrations, but you'll also feel better, too! Screw SH; that does nothing for you, except give you yet more ruddy problems. Be nice to your body - you only get one.
Best of luck, y'all!
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#131
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Make a reassuring and reminding recording to listen to in that moment if it's to occur.
In the past, I've sent a short voice recording or two, to my LDG, to help calm her down, when She was having a moment like this. ![]() |
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#132
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Hey thank you so much for your advice
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#133
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i make "calm jars", technically they're just snow globes. but they're fun to make, nice to look at, and actually have a purpose (it's a self harm prevention project!)
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#134
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Rub IcyHot on the inside of your forearms for an intense sensation that doesn't cause injury (you can also use ice or an ice pack).
If it is the right season, and you haven't had one yet, go to the pharmacy and get your annual flu shot. ![]() |
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#135
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Here's my list of things, I no longer have self harm urges but they help with anxiety and have helped get me through my urges I used to have.
-Color -Draw -Arts and Crafts -Write in your Journal -Play Solitaire -Play a card/board game with family or friends -Take a walk -Eat a treat (chocolate, but not as far as comfort eating) -Drink Chamomile tea or any of your favorite teas as they're calming. Or cocoa. -Do a word search puzzle or crossword -Read a good book -Take a hot shower (not scalding hot) -Talk to a friend or family member -Play with your pet(s) -Use a stress ball or something like that -Buy nice smelling candles or wax melts for your room and use them (if you don't burn yourself intentionally) -Read/work through a self help book. -Post on a forum -Play forum games -Use your prn meds (if you're prescribed them for anxiety, etc) only if you really need to and if you've tried at least a few other coping methods. -Play a video game or a fun app -Watch a happy movie -Take a nap -Blog -Clean your room or any room in your house. -Listen to relaxing music -Do some relaxation exercises (Deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, etc) -Practice Mindfulness -Do some Yoga
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#136
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Not sure if this went on here yet, but I find that drawing on my arm over my scars helps a lot. It makes my arm look pretty and I wouldn't want to hurt something pretty... It also distracts me and covers up the reminders of previous SI, which helps.
I also find that when I get the urge I freeze. Cuz I know that if I let myself move then I'm gonna cut. Tonight I got it and froze in a really uncomfortable position. And then I called my friend and asked her to talk to me while I got up and got ready for bed... And didn't hang up till I was in bed in the dark. It worked pretty well! I also had planned what I was going to do once I stood up. No room for other stuff |
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WOW! That is a long list! I am going to copy and paste into a document and put it somewhere helpful.
I normally break something when I want to injure myself.But, now I have to break the habit of breaking things! And come up with something less expensive and more positive. Your list will be very helpful. Quote:
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#138
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Hm, I usually lie down and close my eyes so that I can't see or find anything sharp to get at myself with. It also makes me feel brave because I know I'm taking the bull by the horns here. It often takes me about 20 mins, but after that the worst of the urge is gone.
Doing things usually isn't a good idea for me because anything I see that I could use just tempts me more. So I just block everything out. My psych also suggested blowing up balloons and letting out the air slowly with that squeaky noise! If either these things helps anyone, I'm sending out my love and respect for you. |
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#139
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Not sure if it was mentioned already but the idea with holding an ice cube until it melts, for anyone who "needs to see the blood" make ice cubes with red dye so when it does melt it gives that appearance and satisfies that urge. It helps me anyway when I need to get to that point. Otherwise definitely music, baths, petting my dog, taking pictures, body scan, and love bubble wrap as silly as it sounds, pinky promises are important to me so I pinky promise my T every week.
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I used to draw on myself where ever I felt the urge to cut,
I started with sharp-point red pens, and then I'd go to ballpoint pens, to washable markers, I'd draw swirls or lines, or words, or anything, just to get it out. I also used to go for walks in the middle of the night, just to clear my head.. It helped a lot and ultimately I no longer feel that urge. Good luck to you all, much respect to you. ![]() |
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#141
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Often time I write a story. I know it's super generic and some people might think it's dumb but it has helped me a lot since I started writing. Sometimes I only really produce gibberish, but it feels like a good way to prevent it. Additionally part of my SH was that I wanted to have something to show for my emotions, so this helped with that as well. |
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My SI method of choice is to
Possible trigger:
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#143
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Do a DBT chain analysis.
Crochet or do a hobby. Call a friend.
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I do the same thing sometimes. Thanks for the idea!
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#145
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Get colorful markers and draw
loving pictures and phrases to yourself on yourself! ![]() |
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#146
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- Write whatever is making you want to self-harm on a piece of paper, then tear it to shreds, cut it up, etc.
- Scribble on paper until it's black. - Pop bubble wrap. - Have a pillow fight with a wall or door. - Flatten aluminum cans. - Throw ice cubes at the sink, bath tub, tree, etc. - The Calm Jar: Fill a mason jar or similar with colored water and glitter. When feeling upset or angry you can shake it to disturb the glitter and focus on that until the glitter settles. Hope this helps. ![]()
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CANDC posted this in another forum but I thought it was a good link and would be helpful here - so I em......borrowed it ;-)
Self-Harm: The Myths & the Facts | Embracing Balance
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#148
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I also compulsively scratch my head and scratch my nails. As well as strong impulse to SI in times of high emotion. Whats been helping the last few months is hand cream. Every time I want to do something destructive with my hands I put on hand cream. I have a lavender scented one which is quite soothing and a few others around too. I also got this massage bar from Lush and rub that between my hands. Sometimes I use a little on my shoulders too. I think self-massage reduces cortisol so...
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#149
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tear something up, such as blank paper or an old book you don't use
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