Help
My legs are cut up. I havent self harmed in over 2 years, and now I cant eeem to stop. I feel so overwhelmed with life, and feel so alone. Im surrounded by people, but none who fully understand. Or I just push people away, which makes me feel worse.
@LittleMissStarshine
Aww, I'm really sorry you're feeling this way! It can be hard to have a relapse, but relapses are OK and an expected part of our recovery process. I would recommend calling a hotline in your country, and seek assistance there. They are trained, professional counsellors and can help you in a crisis. 7 Cups is not an emergency website! However, when you're feeling a bit better, I'd highly recommend talking to a listener on here to get everything off your chest, and to come up with ways of distracting yourself. You can browse for a listener and use the search functions to suit your current needs.
Self-harm may seem like the best option we have in the moment for our issues, but there are so many other things we could do instead, that will be better for us in the long-term.
You've stopped self-harming for two years- what did you do then to help you stop? What distractiona did you find helpful? Maybe revisit that when you're feeling a bit better, and see what can help you this time.
You've done it before, and you can do it again. Have belief in yourself- you can do this. You've got this. Keep fighting. xx
