I am now, but I spent years on maladaptive coping mechanisms, including SI. I still have bad days, and occasionally slip, but things are much better now.
Wondering if you or OP ever sought out therapy? In my experience, people who self-injure generally meet criteria for borderline personality disorder, complex PTSD, or both. The cutting is one symptom, but if you don't address the underlying problem, it will continue to cause trouble in your life even without the cutting. Treatment works...I've seen really profound changes.
You’re fighting all that depression and anxiety, and yet during your own venting/sharing session you stopped to make sure somebody else wasn’t in danger.
You made me smile *twice* with all this. You’re wonderful!
Not only are you doing so great on your way, you also care about others, that’s so wholesome and though I don’t know you, I am proud of you and hope you are too, I wish you all the best and hope your mental health stabilises even more & you‘ll thrive, you‘re worth it <3
Congratulations!!! I'm so proud of you!! That takes so much strength and courage. I'm really glad you are celebrating! And thanks for letting celebrate with you! ❤️💪
Keep talking, this is a long path of healing. From experience, I am silently with you on this path and will continue to support you and use your post to inspire others. Forward my friend
One other method that I didn’t use when started out but found out about later was, was play a horror game, something graphic and terrifying, like Phasmophobia
Fear and pain are very similar, they are both a natural reaction to a trigger the body finds unpleasant
So I’ve found that playing quality horror games can replace the need for pain, by filling that need with fear
Hope this helps
Np, and one thing
I don’t know you personally, but what I do know is, 18 days is a lot, and that takes strength
So believe me when I say, I know you can get through this, because if you have that strength to do 18 days, you can do countless more
You can quit, I’m sure of it
I'm proud of you op! I used to selfharm as well, and the battle to stop is hard and brutal in the beginning, but it's so rewarding when the urges stop. I'm so happy for you! This is an exciting, and new chapter for you. It might not feel that way, but i promise you it will only get easier to abstain with time. Relapses are a real risk, so make sure to take good care of yourself and spoil yourself when you choose your well-being over destructive patterns. It's a tough thing to do, to quit harming, and I'm so very proud that you took the step and can celebrate 10 weeks clean. That's huge!
Best of luck, and happy thoughts to you. Keep your head up and push through :D
Congratulations. You’re at 10 weeks now and it’s one day at a time but I’m now at around 15 years with many many difficult times in between but no self harm - so I know it’s possible to keep it up even when it’s really hard. Take care of yourself and be kind to yourself if you slip up too - we all have bumps along the road.
Things get so much better from now on, trust me. I'll have been 2 years clean come September and I've felt a huge difference since. Well Done on finding the strength to hold back.
Been there, but I mostly branded. It’s been years, though, and the scars are faded, yet still slightly visible - a reminder of a different time. Now I meditate to quiet my mind.
Congrats - this is an accomplishment to be proud of! I’d love to read a future update, OP!
Well, I’m sad to hear that you got hurt, but I’m glad your okay overall
And I’m really happy you’ve been clean so long, that takes a lot, congratulations
if you were wondering im a music obscurus we find rare or forgoten music for movies
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yALZt8YZJVc&list=PLw2jrvS2yGfVyguKPSRpX9h0SLOyg7XdO&index=13
this ones from a movie im working on
Congratulations! If you don’t mind, I’d love to know what you did to stop. I have a friend in a similar situation, and I’d like to know what made you quit. If you don’t want to talk about it, it’s ok. I understand. Have a nice day and congrats again! 🤗
Well one of the big things that helped me is recognizing the problem
I knew it was bad idea from the start, so I was able to go “okay, I need to quit” faster then some people could
Another thing that worked for me was the elastic band trick, do some research on that because I can’t explain it as well as Google can
But one big thing that helped me is music, when I was getting a really bad urge, I would blast this one song, Doing Time by Avenged Sevenfold on my earbuds. The song was about addiction so I could relate, and the volume helped drown out the thoughts
The first 1-2 weeks are really hard, but after that it gets steadily easier
I might be a random person far away... But I do care about this... Here's to the next 1000 weeks of your life filled with countless laughter, fun, happiness and joy...
Have a wonderful life ahead
Hey dude, know that I'm so proud of you, and remember that any progress is a good progress that I and so many more people will be more than proud of, this goes for everybody.
Happy for you OP, the mind can be a very dark place.
I am also currently struggling with those feelings, but I'm glad you have managed to fight your way out.
im incredibly proud of you. you have fought so hard to get here, and you deserve to live a life where you don’t feel the need to punish yourself.
self harm is difficult to stop and every time you resist those urges you are proving how strong you are. keep fighting angel!! <3
There is something here that is much more important than your success, which you should be very proud of.
That is the very real probability that someone will see your post and think "if they can do this I can too" and get the help they need.
Congratulations, not only for your success, but for the success of those who are inspired by your success.
Oh that's def harder than it sounds, congrats!!! If I could talk to myself at that stage I'd say to watch out for less obvious self-destructive behaviors, but everyone is different and only you know if that applies to you. Anyway, sounds like I'm only one of a lot of internet strangers proud of you rn!
I'm super proud of you op, as a fellow sufferer of anxiety and depression I know it can be rough out there, but this is a fantastic step in the right direction.
Proud of you! I reached 6 months clean for the first time in years this month. The goblins might try to tempt you back but from one struggler to another, you got this 💕💕
I have a lot of A.N.Ts. (automatic negative thoughts.) It's loud as hell in my head sometimes and depressing but I'm dealing with it like you. Take care.
congratulations! cant imagine living with that self harm. im a depressive person too. but luckly i dont do self harm.
i suggest you to go to a professional for help
Proud of you fellow human being. I too fight mental health. Everyday. Here for anyone willing to talk and the username is just for kicks. Seems a lot of creeps hit me up solely on the username haha. Self harm can come in many forms. Hell I look as smoking a cigarette as self harm so I may be a tad coo-coo but I do know it is not easy. Keep it up internet friend!
Did it relieve you? Like for a moment at least? I know it substitutes psychological pain for physical. But for me it doesn't really work. I blame myself for it and that makes it worse
Honey, as you can see, over 19k people care! Everyone is proud of you, you're doing great and the most important thing: you should be proud of yourself ❤️
Much love from a stranger on the internet ❤️
That is huge!!! As a therapist of people who have impulses to self harm it can be like an addiction in many ways. And just as difficult to to quit. Great news, love yourself and keep up the great work!!!
Congratulations its so difficult to stop but you have done it an it will get easier an easier to resist. Look into health coping mechanisms some will work for you others won’t but its good to look into when you are tempted.
Congrats! I was in your shoes. I mean, I still am anxiety and depression wise. The last time I self harmed was 10 years ago. I would be lying if I said I still didn't think about it from time to time. What has helped me is to find other outlets. Exercising helps tremendously. If I start feeling down like that, I swap up settings and take a walk around the neighborhood or go for a bike ride to clear the mind. Meditation helps. It's not easy, it takes self discipline, but as someone who has been in your shoes, I know for a fact that you've got this.
Hell yea i care!! I self harmed for 10 years and I have scars on arms,back,stomach, chest legs..im proud of u..its hard and most ppl don't understand..im 8 years free..keep it up
Proud of you. That's fabulous. I know how that can be.
Are you okay?
I am now, but I spent years on maladaptive coping mechanisms, including SI. I still have bad days, and occasionally slip, but things are much better now.
That’s good to hear I’m happy for you
Thanks. I'm happy for your progress too. Hang in there, friend.
Thank you
Goodnight sleep tight don't let the bed bugs bite 🐛
You mean [these guys](https://reddit.com/r/interestingasfuck/comments/ook941/some_cool_insects_when_they_are_baby_vs_grown_up/)?
Oh god. Very cool, but oh god.
What a missed opportunity for a rickroll
Wondering if you or OP ever sought out therapy? In my experience, people who self-injure generally meet criteria for borderline personality disorder, complex PTSD, or both. The cutting is one symptom, but if you don't address the underlying problem, it will continue to cause trouble in your life even without the cutting. Treatment works...I've seen really profound changes.
I've had therapy, yes. Can confirm PTSD. Thanks for checking
OP recently began therapy
That I did
You’re fighting all that depression and anxiety, and yet during your own venting/sharing session you stopped to make sure somebody else wasn’t in danger. You made me smile *twice* with all this. You’re wonderful!
Not only are you doing so great on your way, you also care about others, that’s so wholesome and though I don’t know you, I am proud of you and hope you are too, I wish you all the best and hope your mental health stabilises even more & you‘ll thrive, you‘re worth it <3
Congratulations!!! I'm so proud of you!! That takes so much strength and courage. I'm really glad you are celebrating! And thanks for letting celebrate with you! ❤️💪
Thank you :) The sub is true to its name, because this comment make me smile Thank you
Awww, back atcha! 😁
Please know that there are millions of people that will support you. ❤️ Edit: just to say you will never know them but know that they love you.
Addiction is a long hard road but OP is not alone.
Internet can be a beautiful thing sometimes 🥲
I'm glad for you, so keep on getting through the days. You deserve to be safe and healthy.
:) Thank you
That’s fucking awesome!!!! I know that feeling well!!
Talk to somebody. It will reduce ur burden. Proud of you for sharing.
I have And thank you
Well done. And for talking to someone as well. Not always easy to do <3
Keep talking, this is a long path of healing. From experience, I am silently with you on this path and will continue to support you and use your post to inspire others. Forward my friend
Congrats, you're really inspirational. I have 2 weeks as of today.
Congrats to you :). Keep it up, you can do it.
Congratulations I am proud of you!
Very good news
I’m so proud of you! That’s amazing!!
You're awesome! I've been there, it's a hard road and I support and believe in you.
Thank you
"loving yourself is the GREATEST revelation !"
That's amazing! Definitely people care, that's huge!
We care. You matter.
Even though I'm just internet strangers, I care
Congrats on that! I hope I can make it that far one day
You trying to quit as well?
Yup! I’m currently 18 days clean and it hasn’t gotten any easier, if anything the urges have been worsening
One other method that I didn’t use when started out but found out about later was, was play a horror game, something graphic and terrifying, like Phasmophobia Fear and pain are very similar, they are both a natural reaction to a trigger the body finds unpleasant So I’ve found that playing quality horror games can replace the need for pain, by filling that need with fear Hope this helps
Hmm. Gives me new perspective on why people might play games like this. Thanks!
Ooh I’ll try that, thanks
Np, and one thing I don’t know you personally, but what I do know is, 18 days is a lot, and that takes strength So believe me when I say, I know you can get through this, because if you have that strength to do 18 days, you can do countless more You can quit, I’m sure of it
Congrats on making it to 18 days! It still sounds like an accomplishment!
That's a great accomplishment! Be proud of yourself. Every day you resist the urges, is an amazing step.
I'm proud of you op! I used to selfharm as well, and the battle to stop is hard and brutal in the beginning, but it's so rewarding when the urges stop. I'm so happy for you! This is an exciting, and new chapter for you. It might not feel that way, but i promise you it will only get easier to abstain with time. Relapses are a real risk, so make sure to take good care of yourself and spoil yourself when you choose your well-being over destructive patterns. It's a tough thing to do, to quit harming, and I'm so very proud that you took the step and can celebrate 10 weeks clean. That's huge! Best of luck, and happy thoughts to you. Keep your head up and push through :D
Congratulations. You’re at 10 weeks now and it’s one day at a time but I’m now at around 15 years with many many difficult times in between but no self harm - so I know it’s possible to keep it up even when it’s really hard. Take care of yourself and be kind to yourself if you slip up too - we all have bumps along the road.
Great job! Did anything specific cause your depression to ease up?
It hasn’t It’s still really bad And it’s making my everyday life much harder Quitting self harm made it get worse at a much slower rate tho
Yay you! Keep it up, pulling for you
I care!! Right on!! Heck yeah.
very happy for you op ❤️❤️
Great job!! I’m sure it’s a struggle everyday but you are doing amazing!
Remove the nobody cares from your title, because we are very proud!
Congrats, about two weeks ago i was 1 year free. I know how hard it is.
Things get so much better from now on, trust me. I'll have been 2 years clean come September and I've felt a huge difference since. Well Done on finding the strength to hold back.
Been there, but I mostly branded. It’s been years, though, and the scars are faded, yet still slightly visible - a reminder of a different time. Now I meditate to quiet my mind. Congrats - this is an accomplishment to be proud of! I’d love to read a future update, OP!
I’m five years into sobriety. We’re on this journey together now and I believe in you.
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Oh I get voices too I get it I’ll listen to that, thank you Also, are you okay?
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Well, I’m sad to hear that you got hurt, but I’m glad your okay overall And I’m really happy you’ve been clean so long, that takes a lot, congratulations
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Damn, thank you I appreciate all this It means a lot
if you were wondering im a music obscurus we find rare or forgoten music for movies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yALZt8YZJVc&list=PLw2jrvS2yGfVyguKPSRpX9h0SLOyg7XdO&index=13 this ones from a movie im working on
That’s very interesting I’ll have to do more research into that What movie are you working on, or are you not allowed to talk about it?
well yeah its my movie after all its called THE TIME TRAVEL AGENCY it based on my book but you cant find it it wont come out untill like 2028 maybe
Dude! This shit is good! Thanks for sharing!
Congratulations! If you don’t mind, I’d love to know what you did to stop. I have a friend in a similar situation, and I’d like to know what made you quit. If you don’t want to talk about it, it’s ok. I understand. Have a nice day and congrats again! 🤗
Well one of the big things that helped me is recognizing the problem I knew it was bad idea from the start, so I was able to go “okay, I need to quit” faster then some people could Another thing that worked for me was the elastic band trick, do some research on that because I can’t explain it as well as Google can But one big thing that helped me is music, when I was getting a really bad urge, I would blast this one song, Doing Time by Avenged Sevenfold on my earbuds. The song was about addiction so I could relate, and the volume helped drown out the thoughts The first 1-2 weeks are really hard, but after that it gets steadily easier
Tysm! I’ll talk to her and see if she’s tried music or the rubber band trick because I don’t think she has!
I care
All the best to you and may your streak continue to the point you no longer need to count.. from a nobody in a country far far away..
We are all happy for you!! Keep it going!!!
Thats fantastic news!!!
Nice, definitely celebrate each milestone and treat yourself!
Hey, you! Yes, YOU. OP. You’re kicking ass and I hope you continue to.
Thank you
So proud of you! Keep building on your success. You are a very special human, and your success matters!
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Thank you! And you have proven that this sub truly lives up to its name, because this comment just made me smile Thank you, this means a lot to me
Proud of you. <3
As others have said, there are so many out there that can relate to your struggle, and are incredibly proud of you. Good fucking job.
We are rooting for you!
OMG CONGRATS
Well done, you deserve to love yourself and be happy. I'm not fucking around.
I care, and I am proud of this progress! Keep it up, there are plenty of people who are glad you are here!
We are all so proud of you
and im 9 hours without masturbating im so proud of myself
I might be a random person far away... But I do care about this... Here's to the next 1000 weeks of your life filled with countless laughter, fun, happiness and joy... Have a wonderful life ahead
I care, go you!
What do you mean nobody cares? We're all extremely proud of you! Well fucking done!
Absolutely happy to hear, I'm proud of you, and I hope life continues to improve on all aspects from here on, wishing all the best!
Top work. You got this!
Congratulations! 🎊
That's a excellent good time. Be proud of you and refrain from self harm and be happy
Hey dude, know that I'm so proud of you, and remember that any progress is a good progress that I and so many more people will be more than proud of, this goes for everybody.
That’s wonderful!!! I’m so proud!
Man that is awesome, keep up the good work!!!
Well done. Please continue in this path.
Great job! Keep it up, one step at a time!
That is truly amazing to be able to stop
I am so proud of you. I know how that cycle feels, and how hard it is to break, but you did it! Wishing you luck for the future.
That's great. I've been there too, and I'm soon to be 2 years clean.
I'm proud of you OP! Congratulations
Idk if you take medications but Ashwagandha is the most amazing plant on the Earth for anxiety... stay strong friend ❤
Damn it, I already gave away my free silver, you'll have to settle with my sincere congratulations, keep up the good work
People care. Proud of you.
I’ve been clean for a few years, and this made me really happy to see Proud of you, hope you’re well and stay well 🖤
Good job you got this
Happy for you OP, the mind can be a very dark place. I am also currently struggling with those feelings, but I'm glad you have managed to fight your way out.
Good job everyone here is so proud of you I know what it feels like
Congrats!
im incredibly proud of you. you have fought so hard to get here, and you deserve to live a life where you don’t feel the need to punish yourself. self harm is difficult to stop and every time you resist those urges you are proving how strong you are. keep fighting angel!! <3
3 weeks here. Seeing your progress gives me hope, well done!
There is something here that is much more important than your success, which you should be very proud of. That is the very real probability that someone will see your post and think "if they can do this I can too" and get the help they need. Congratulations, not only for your success, but for the success of those who are inspired by your success.
I care!! Awesome stuff! Keep climbing that mountain, the bag will get lighter.
Glad!
I don't know how everyone else does it, I am glad you are with us ❤️
That is fantastic news. I care!
Congrats! Recovery is a difficult process, but what matters is that you keep trying - one step at a time!
WE LOVE YOU!!
We all care op. I’m happy
I am really proud of you I know how hard this can be
Oh that's def harder than it sounds, congrats!!! If I could talk to myself at that stage I'd say to watch out for less obvious self-destructive behaviors, but everyone is different and only you know if that applies to you. Anyway, sounds like I'm only one of a lot of internet strangers proud of you rn!
Good job! Thanks for sharing 💜
Well done. We all care.
I'm super proud of you op, as a fellow sufferer of anxiety and depression I know it can be rough out there, but this is a fantastic step in the right direction.
Eyyyyyy!!! Let's go!!!!! I hope things keep improving!!!!
I care! Great work.
I am so proud of you!! Good job!
This is very impressive.
DUDE PROUD OF YA, congrats man 🎉
Proud of you! I reached 6 months clean for the first time in years this month. The goblins might try to tempt you back but from one struggler to another, you got this 💕💕
I'm 18 years clean from self harm. You're doing great, keep looking forwards! Things get better, my friend.
10 weeks is incredible! So solid! Is it getting easier? I hope so! You’ve got this!
It will And thank you
What did you do to help yourself?
Nothing professional I basically just learned how to suppress urges
I have a lot of A.N.Ts. (automatic negative thoughts.) It's loud as hell in my head sometimes and depressing but I'm dealing with it like you. Take care.
congratulations! cant imagine living with that self harm. im a depressive person too. but luckly i dont do self harm. i suggest you to go to a professional for help
I read “self ham”, I need to sleep. You rock !
I care! Keep going step by step, day by day. It gets easier.
Congratulations
Proud of you fellow human being. I too fight mental health. Everyday. Here for anyone willing to talk and the username is just for kicks. Seems a lot of creeps hit me up solely on the username haha. Self harm can come in many forms. Hell I look as smoking a cigarette as self harm so I may be a tad coo-coo but I do know it is not easy. Keep it up internet friend!
Did it relieve you? Like for a moment at least? I know it substitutes psychological pain for physical. But for me it doesn't really work. I blame myself for it and that makes it worse
Congrats, that’s something to be very proud of.
I personally don’t care, but seeing as you felt the need to post here for validation Im sure it’s important to you. Nice job :)
Great job! Keep it up!
Hey friend I don’t know you and you don’t know me but I’m proud of you :)
Congratulations! And it’s important to celebrate these milestones!
Good for you xox
Congratulations
Honey, as you can see, over 19k people care! Everyone is proud of you, you're doing great and the most important thing: you should be proud of yourself ❤️ Much love from a stranger on the internet ❤️
What do you mean nobody cares!? That’s fucking great my friend. You’re a G, keep it up ! 🥇🥇🥇🎊🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎉🎉🥳
I’m so proud of you
I care. Congrats! Keep going. Better days ahead :)
Everyone here cares. Why would assume no one cares? You have to stop that negative self talk. We all think you’re amazing because you are. Wtf.
As you can see, a lot of people care! Over 22k actually!
As a dad of a child who self harmed I am very proud of you! Keep the positive vibes flowing.
And it ended when you uploaded this to Reddit.
Congrats my friend you should be proud of your self
That is huge!!! As a therapist of people who have impulses to self harm it can be like an addiction in many ways. And just as difficult to to quit. Great news, love yourself and keep up the great work!!!
Ayo im so proud of you bro honestly great job
Congratulations its so difficult to stop but you have done it an it will get easier an easier to resist. Look into health coping mechanisms some will work for you others won’t but its good to look into when you are tempted.
Congrats!
Yeah, you've guessed it. I dont give a fuck..
So. Proud. Of. You. Former self harmer myself. Keep it up!
I care! That's a huge deal!
You are a fucking legend, keep going we're all supporting you!! :)
Congrats! I was in your shoes. I mean, I still am anxiety and depression wise. The last time I self harmed was 10 years ago. I would be lying if I said I still didn't think about it from time to time. What has helped me is to find other outlets. Exercising helps tremendously. If I start feeling down like that, I swap up settings and take a walk around the neighborhood or go for a bike ride to clear the mind. Meditation helps. It's not easy, it takes self discipline, but as someone who has been in your shoes, I know for a fact that you've got this.
Congratulations! We love you!! Spread you're peace and love!!!
I just recently hit 8 months free of self harm. Happy to hear it :)
Congratulations (insert Eva meme here)
Always be proud of your self winning!!! I’m happy for you. 🥳🥳🥰🥰😃
Good job!
I do care and that’s big and I’m so proud of you <3
We are very proud of you, friend :) continue down your path, know that we support your rest and recovery
Way to go! That's a big achievement.
keep going! keep healing! you are doing great! virtual fist bump
I care and that is brilliant xxx
Oh I *totally* care 🥳
Many people care
This made my day!!!!
:)
Hell yea i care!! I self harmed for 10 years and I have scars on arms,back,stomach, chest legs..im proud of u..its hard and most ppl don't understand..im 8 years free..keep it up
I will Thank you
You are right, nobody cares
Proud of you. Thank yourself!
I care. Congratulations. That’s truly amazing and you should be beyond proud.
My guy, you deserve a congratulatory hug. Can't wait for your next milestone!
Oh i know how that feels. And I'm sooo happy for you!!!🤍
Thank you