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#1
Jun 06, 2011, 04:08 PM
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After much thinking I have decided that I am going to give SI up. I know I’ve said that before but now I’m really serious. I’m currently working with my doctor to find a new T, one that will really help me in my recovery. It’s been a week since I last SIed and I actually feel alright.
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#2
Jun 06, 2011, 04:38 PM
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Good for you, Liz. You shall be in my thoughts.
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#3
Jun 06, 2011, 09:17 PM
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Congratulations on being one week SI free. I am glad that you are serious on stopping SI. Good Job and Keep it up.
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#4
Jun 06, 2011, 09:27 PM
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Congrats on going one week without SI.
 It's great to hear that you're really wanting to stop this. Remember to take things one day at a time, one hour at a time, even just a minute at a time! That's what I do, especially during the tough times.  Keep up the great work!
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#5
Jun 06, 2011, 09:49 PM
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good choice Keep holding on. I gave up SI and although it floats in and out of my head from time to time, i was surprised to notice, after the fact, that in two stressful situations over the past couple of weeks I did not think of using SI as a means to cope. I was rather happy to recognize this. I thought it would rule me forever, but there is hope. I wish you the best.
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#6
Jun 08, 2011, 11:07 AM
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Yah!! Keep us posted...........
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Don't let your problems or the world make you feel small. Stretch your arms out over your head. Take a deep breathe. Tell yourself that you are big. You are big, not small. You always have space, you are not trapped........ I'm an ISFJ |
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#7
Jun 09, 2011, 10:56 PM
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Almost to day 11
Thank you all for the support I have rid my house of razorblades, and am very cautious when using knives to make dinner and such. I’m really hoping this will be the time that I can stop for good. I don’t want to live like that anymore. I’m trying to stay positive even when things get tough. |
 Sannah
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#8
Jun 13, 2011, 09:28 PM
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Congrats on being two weeks free! As far as recognizing the time that's passed since a last episode, my "ticker" (below) helps me.
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Only you can prevent neurotypical jerkiness!
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#9
Jun 14, 2011, 10:02 PM
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Congratulations on your decision, hope your success so far continues!
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#10
Jun 16, 2011, 02:21 AM
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I’ve only had one slip up (a day ago), which for me is pretty good, it’s better than I thought it would be. I think the thing that has really helped me the most was giving my blades to my best friend. Not having them around has really changed my attitude toward SI. It has been amazing having such a good friend to help me through urges, she has really been my support through all of this.
I’m starting to learn that slip ups are just part of the process, I don’t think too much about them anymore (I don’t over analyze, although I do try to figure out why the slip up occurred and why I couldn’t handle what was going on it at the time) Oh well, the count has to start over, but my hopes and goals remain high. C’est la vie right?! |
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#11
Jun 16, 2011, 02:30 AM
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The "slip up" doesn't change the date of your intention to stop - that's still a relevant date - it is hard changing anything that has helped us to cope with things and a slip doesn't mean that the intention has also slipped, think you should be really proud of yourself - well done you.
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#12
Jun 16, 2011, 02:52 AM
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The one thing it does change is how long I have been without SI. I am pretty proud but I’m ready to go longer this time. Little steps.
I feel so much stronger and wiser now and I have no idea why. Last edited by KeepHoldingOn; Jun 16, 2011 at 03:26 AM. |
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#13
Jun 16, 2011, 01:55 PM
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Wow, great outlook KHO!
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Don't let your problems or the world make you feel small. Stretch your arms out over your head. Take a deep breathe. Tell yourself that you are big. You are big, not small. You always have space, you are not trapped........ I'm an ISFJ |
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#14
Jun 16, 2011, 03:21 PM
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Quote:
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Only you can prevent neurotypical jerkiness!
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Jun 16, 2011, 08:46 PM
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I’m really struggling right now. I don’t know what to do. I know I haven’t posted when I’ve been hurting much and everything might seem great to someone looking in but it’s so incredibly hard. I feel strong but weak at the same time.
I want to give my T a call but I don’t know if she will want to hear me complain now. |
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#16
Jun 16, 2011, 09:04 PM
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((((((KHO)))))) I'm really sorry to hear that you're struggling...I hope you decide to contact her soon. I'm sure she won't mind if you call - I'm sure she'd rather you call her than act on what you're feeling right now. I'm always here to talk to, if it helps
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Only you can prevent neurotypical jerkiness!
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#17
Jun 16, 2011, 09:55 PM
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I called her in tears and left her a message. She got back to me really fast so I’m feeling a bit better.
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Jun 18, 2011, 01:38 PM
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Quote:
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Don't let your problems or the world make you feel small. Stretch your arms out over your head. Take a deep breathe. Tell yourself that you are big. You are big, not small. You always have space, you are not trapped........ I'm an ISFJ |
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#19
Jun 18, 2011, 07:24 PM
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I’m really triggery and on edge all the time. The smallest thing makes me want to SI.
I know tomorrow will be really tough but I have my T’s number on hand. I know I’ll need it. I’m already freaked out about Fathers Day. edit: I want to SI so badly right now. I really do. Last edited by KeepHoldingOn; Jun 18, 2011 at 07:48 PM. |
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Jun 18, 2011, 07:51 PM
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__________________
Don't let your problems or the world make you feel small. Stretch your arms out over your head. Take a deep breathe. Tell yourself that you are big. You are big, not small. You always have space, you are not trapped........ I'm an ISFJ |
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#21
Jun 21, 2011, 03:20 AM
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Gave in on Fathers Day, the urges were way too strong. I called my T right after and she was able to meet up at her office for an emergency T appointment. It went better than I thought.
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#22
Jun 21, 2011, 01:13 PM
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So glad that you are contacting your T!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Don't let your problems or the world make you feel small. Stretch your arms out over your head. Take a deep breathe. Tell yourself that you are big. You are big, not small. You always have space, you are not trapped........ I'm an ISFJ |
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#23
Jun 21, 2011, 01:14 PM
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I’m just scared because I feel like I’m relying too much on her.
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#24
Jun 21, 2011, 01:17 PM
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No, you need to do this. It is like a baby who has to totally rely on its caregivers and then as she matures she gradually does more for herself. This is very similar with therapy. It won't be this way forever.
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Don't let your problems or the world make you feel small. Stretch your arms out over your head. Take a deep breathe. Tell yourself that you are big. You are big, not small. You always have space, you are not trapped........ I'm an ISFJ |
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#25
Jun 21, 2011, 01:29 PM
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I’m starting to feel like I need to back off. I don’t like relying on others much and if I do when I get to a certain point I feel the need to withdraw. I’m starting to question why I’m even doing this.
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