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#1
Jun 02, 2010, 06:21 PM
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im new to the forum but have noticed that alot of the self harm talk is about cutting, i only really cut on my legs ,back and stomach as they are easier to hide than the cuts i used to do, i used to cut alot more but people at work started asking questions and i had to find another outlet, unfortunately the other out let i found was burning myself it really does help me but i dont want to do it any more even though i know i need to, i was wondering if anyone had any input as to how i could cope with the desire/need to do burning or cutting without actually harming myself?
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Jun 07, 2010, 07:20 AM
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W2BTN,
I'd suggest reading other posts, if you haven't already done so. I've come accross the odd threads that have related to burning. You won't be judged or disregarded (I hope) for self infliction that isn't cutting. I, for one, don't find myself particularly fussed, since I understand the concept of SI. Stay strong, stay safe and remember to look after yourself. Regards, Akuma
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Jun 07, 2010, 12:43 PM
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Dont feel that your self harm doesnt matter because its not mentioned as much.
Self injury can be in many forms, cutting, burning, scratching and much more extreme things, which I dont feel is relevant to mention. So please do continue to post about it, if you need support. The only tip I have on minimising self harm, is an elastic band, I find that works for both burning and cutting, you jsut put a band on your wrist, and ping it, and it hurts. Also look around on here and on the internet there are many techniques and distractions.
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Jun 11, 2010, 09:34 PM
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Well you could cut paper instead or start a barbecue and light up the grill that would start a fire. Just get a lot of things to cut like old bills that mite help the urges. Just a thought.
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Jun 13, 2010, 07:41 AM
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avoice: i sorta do that abit already, iv taught my self fire breathing and fire juggling which releives stress to a certain extent and the fire helps for some reason, i find that the preparation of my torches and parafin and such calms me down almost as much as alot of other stuff so i use that when i can
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Jun 14, 2010, 11:28 AM
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Therapy?
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Jul 03, 2010, 07:55 PM
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dont wanna go back to therapy
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Jul 04, 2010, 08:08 AM
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there are some great ideas at the top oif the forum also some good distraction techniques in the top of the PTSD forum worth looking at
some say drawin lines where they would cut help me i get up and do somthing anythhing that keeps my hands busy play wiht my cat - tidy up - clean my fishtank - hold ice in my hand til it melts i hope you find a way that helps you and it doesnt matter if its cutting or burning the tips are good for all take care P7 
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Jul 04, 2010, 08:12 AM
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Sometimes I use a razor and sometimes I burn with cigaretts. Burning is "better" cuz it don't bleed and makes a little round mark I can hide if I do it in right places
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Jul 05, 2010, 02:43 AM
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Quote:
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