Makuromii
- Date posted
- 1y
I need substitutes for self harm :[
I feel like I wanna self harm and I'm scared I'll do it due to me having an intense fear of pain :( Do yall have any substitutes for self harm? /genq
kiwibasketkiwibasket
- Date posted
- 1y
when i feel like that i usually try to distract myself like drawing, listening to music, watching a video, playing a game, exercising, etc im sorry you are dealing with this :(
kiwibasketkiwibasket
- Date posted
- 1y
@kiwibasket also, nice splatoon pfp
MakuromiiMakuromii
- Date posted
- 1y
@kiwibasket Ty!! ^^
fruitbat42069fruitbat42069
- Date posted
- 1y
Drawing on yourself with sharpies or a pens can be a good alternative. I also journal and make marks on paper or something that can take it. Tearing up something that is disposable or that has a satisfying texture can work too. I used to have a glasses case made of this rubbery plastic that I could carve into.
V17V17
- Date posted
- 1y
Talk to me! I’m here to listen. Please know that you are worthy and special. I’m here for you.
MozzieMozzie
- Date posted
- 1y
Blasting music tends to help me, or just distracting myself (by texting/calling friends, playing games, drawing) usually helps. I hope this helps a bit 🫶🏼🫶🏼
DelaneyDelaney
- Date posted
- 1y
Pressing an ice cube against your skin or snapping a rubber band against your arm are ways to get an intense physical sensation without actually self-harming. I personally prefer the ice cube.
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- Date posted
- 20w
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- Date posted
- 19w
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