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Things no one tells you about Self-Harm: Trigger Warning
by Jenna
Last post
 November 14th
...See more Everyone mentions the same things when they talk about self-harm. This is what I wish someone told me about self-harm before I fell into its tight gripping claws. 1) It's not only the cuts/bruises/burns/scratches that you have to hide. You have to hide the bloodied tissues, the used band-aids, the band-aid wrapper, and the thing you used to harm. 2) When you shower the dried blood drips out of your band-aid and down your body creating little dark red, almost brown, colored streams. It scares you at first because you think it's opened again. 3) It becomes an addiction. It becomes the only thing that helps. 4) It eventually doesn't help anymore but you keep doing it in the hope it will. 5) Your body will scar and at first, you will like it but eventually, you get sick looking at them. 6) On a bad day, you run out of space. 7) Your band-aids will soak through your jeans or top after a shower and make an obvious square or rectangle patch. 8) They start to smell bad if not looked after. 9) You constantly think about them. 10) Your sleep will hurt and every move you make will too when they are fresh. You act as you like it. You don't. 11) People will never take it seriously enough. 12) They itch like mad whilst they heal. 13) You eventually get frustrated if it has no effect. 14) You don't cry when you do it. You feel nothing. Not. A. Thing. 15) It's so so so hard to escape it. 16) It isn't beautiful. It isn't a fairy tale. It won't help you find love. It is a monster that ruins lives. Please think of all these things before you hurt yourself. You don't want to. I sound like a hypocrite because I do but trust me, you don't want to fall down the dark hole that I and many other people are already in. Put down your fist, blade, lighter, cut your nail short, and get help.
Shine Bright: I am SH-free for ____ Days
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 November 6th
...See more Well done! 💪✨  (Number) days free from self-harm is a significant accomplishment.  Please take a moment to acknowledge your strength and resilience and celebrate with us. Here are a few points to reflect on and celebrate:  * What helped you stay strong these past few days? Was it a specific coping mechanism, a supportive person, or a personal mantra? Share your tips to inspire others. * What positive changes have you noticed since being SH-free? Maybe you have more energy, better sleep, or a renewed sense of hope. Reflect on the progress you've made. * What are you looking forward to in the future? Use this milestone as a springboard for setting new goals or focusing on activities you enjoy. * Write a message to your future self: What words of encouragement would you tell yourself for the days ahead? Start sharing with us. We believe in you. 
SHA #4: Calming Affirmations for Difficult Moments
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 March 22nd
...See more Hello all,  Group Support organizing the month of Self-Harm Awareness Week,  the focus will be on discussing general awareness, and support, and celebrating milestones and small steps. This will be an opportunity for all of us to come together and extend our support and compassion to all who struggling with self-harm.  Life throws its curveballs, and sometimes we feel like we're drowning. You might be feeling overwhelmed and lost, and in those moments, the urge to self-harm might arise as a way to cope.   When you find yourself in those moments, having a set of affirmations can help ground you and bring a sense of calm. Affirmations are powerful tools that can shift your mindset and provide comfort in difficult times. Here are some affirmations you can repeat to yourself when you feel overwhelmed or tempted to harm yourself.  * "This feeling is temporary. I will get through this."  * "I am worthy of love and support. I will reach out for help." You deserve to feel safe and cared for.  * "I am strong and capable. I have faced challenges before, and I can face this one too." You are more resilient than you think. * "My pain does not define me. I am more than my struggles." Pain is a part of life, but it doesn't have to control your existence. You are a complex and worthy person. * "I will focus on what I can control, my breath, my thoughts, and my actions."  * "There is help available. I will find a healthy way to cope." Self-harm is not the answer. There are healthier ways to deal with difficult emotions.  * "I am worthy of healing. I will take steps towards feeling better today." Start small, with one positive step towards self-care. * "I deserve to be treated with kindness and compassion, especially by myself. I choose to be gentle with myself in times of distress." * "I am not alone in this. Some people care about me and want to support me through this struggle." * "My worth is not defined by my struggles or mistakes. I am inherently valuable just as I am." * "I have the power to choose how I respond to this situation. I choose to respond with love and understanding towards myself." * "I acknowledge my pain, but I also acknowledge my capacity for healing and growth. I am worthy of healing." * "I forgive myself for any past mistakes or shortcomings. I choose to let go of self-blame and embrace self-compassion." Please know that affirmations are most effective when repeated regularly and with conviction. Find the affirmations that resonate with you the most and make them a part of your daily self-care routine. If you are struggling with self-harm, please reach out for support. You are not alone, and there is hope for healing. We are all here with you to listen to and support you.  If you have any affirmation that you use, please share it with us here. Also, let's discuss and share our experiences with affirmations during overwhelming moments. All thoughts are welcomed.  ------------------------- Other posts in the SHA series:  SHA #3: Role of Acceptance & Validation [https://www.7cups.com/forum/selfharm/General_2451/SHA3RoleofAcceptanceValidation_325495/] SHA #2: "Safe Plan" for people with self-harm issue [https://www.7cups.com/forum/selfharm/InformationandResources_1079/SHA2SafePlanforpeoplewithselfharmissue_323303/] SHA #1: Do you think self-harm defines you?  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/selfharm/General_2451/SHA1Doyouthinkselfharmdefinesyou_324983/]
Things no one tells you about Self-Harm: Trigger Warning
by Jenna
Last post
 November 14th
...See more Everyone mentions the same things when they talk about self-harm. This is what I wish someone told me about self-harm before I fell into its tight gripping claws. 1) It's not only the cuts/bruises/burns/scratches that you have to hide. You have to hide the bloodied tissues, the used band-aids, the band-aid wrapper, and the thing you used to harm. 2) When you shower the dried blood drips out of your band-aid and down your body creating little dark red, almost brown, colored streams. It scares you at first because you think it's opened again. 3) It becomes an addiction. It becomes the only thing that helps. 4) It eventually doesn't help anymore but you keep doing it in the hope it will. 5) Your body will scar and at first, you will like it but eventually, you get sick looking at them. 6) On a bad day, you run out of space. 7) Your band-aids will soak through your jeans or top after a shower and make an obvious square or rectangle patch. 8) They start to smell bad if not looked after. 9) You constantly think about them. 10) Your sleep will hurt and every move you make will too when they are fresh. You act as you like it. You don't. 11) People will never take it seriously enough. 12) They itch like mad whilst they heal. 13) You eventually get frustrated if it has no effect. 14) You don't cry when you do it. You feel nothing. Not. A. Thing. 15) It's so so so hard to escape it. 16) It isn't beautiful. It isn't a fairy tale. It won't help you find love. It is a monster that ruins lives. Please think of all these things before you hurt yourself. You don't want to. I sound like a hypocrite because I do but trust me, you don't want to fall down the dark hole that I and many other people are already in. Put down your fist, blade, lighter, cut your nail short, and get help.
Reasons to stay clean & Skills/Coping tips
by ShyPine235
Last post
 November 13th
...See more I thought I’d share my collection of skills and reasons to stay clean, hopefully this will help some of you. I'm still very new to this site, but part of the reason I'm here is to hopefully share helpful things. Not all of the reasons or skills will work for you, I'm actually also listing some that don't do it for me, so just pick those that resonate with you. Which these are will probably change over time and that's totally okay, too. Also, it's great to find your own reasons, but I know it often seems like there aren't any. Reasons to stay clean: * to feel proud instead if guilty * so you can shower without burning pain * to break your record/last streak * so you can stop lying about having quit * so you don't have to explain yourself as much * to prove yourself how strong you are * maybe because of your religion if you have one * because the people important to you don't deserve to self harm, neither do you because you're important to someone too * to go swimming again * you have more fun when you, don't have to hide fresh wounds * no fear of going too deep/having to go to ER and being judged (which sadly can happen) * to keep your promises * remember: relapsing isn't weakness as long as you try again <3 * to wear short clothing again * if you damage your nerves, you might have a hard time doing what you love * self harm feels good for minutes and bad for months, it doesn't solve you problems but just creates more pain * some pets can pick up human emotions and you don't want yours to feel you're in pain * to be able to use certain objects for their intended purpose again without getting urges * you don't need (more) scars * wounds can get infected * to show others that recovery is possible * to gain hope again Substitution: (what to do instead) Please be careful, as some of these might make it worse for you! Some things can also progress into self-harm if you overdo them. * draw fake wounds on your skin (be careful you’re not allergic to your marker/etc., also might trigger you even more) * rip apart paper (maybe paint the edges red) * get these spiky massage balls, but made from metal  * smell essential oil * when it gets really bad maybe ammonia * put bandaids or tape on your skin and carefully rip/take it off again * website: fatal to the flesh * put bandages/bandaids on like you self harmed, but you actually didn’t * eat spicy food * cut your hair because that doesn’t hurt you * snap a rubber band/elastic on your wrist * do some sports * kill some weeds in the garden/outside * put ice cubes on your skin * cut or scratch wood instead of yourself * take a cold shower * cut paper/cardboard * punch a pillow Distraction: * promise yourself to wait for 30min (or any other time that is doable but still hard) * cuddle your pet/s * watch clouds move * do breathing exercises (or don’t, I start panicking) * dance * cook or bake something nice * do a Duolingo lesson * style your hair * solve a Rubik’s cube * do yoga * go on a walk * clean your room * put on nail polish (makes you feel pretty and helps to keep your hand occupied) * watch a funny video to cheer yourself up * watch a movie * listen to music * put on make-up * hug someone * read * draw something * play a game/video game * write a short story * write poetry Dealing with your emotions: * find out why you have urges and try to remove the reason * look back on good moments (make a list) * look at things you can control (make a list) * look at things you’re grateful for (make a list) * write down your feelings/journal * talk to somebody * positive affirmations * paint your feelings * smile * read a letter to yourself (write one when you are feeling better!)
Advice needed (long posts but please help
by lavenderFig5845
Last post
 September 26th
...See more To preface this, I have seen a psychologist recently and am seeing a therapist actively but they haven't been able to give me any insight and I'm at a loss of what to do now. It took me two+ years on a wait list and my psychology appointment lasted 30 mins with no follow up.  Was taking lexapro from age 20 to 28 (2012 to 2020). Originally started as I had a bit of a breakdown at 20 and started just hurling my past traumas at my parents. I come from a strict religious background that never acknowledged mental health before this. They pushed me to go to my family doctor and according to a checklist my family doctor went through I had depression and he prescribed me 5mg lexapro (cipralex in Canada). Didn't see a psychologist or therapist just my family doctor. Within the next year for the first time I was more confident, no more social anxiety, was actually outgoing and social and started dating for the first time. Over the next 8 years he lowered/increased my doses based on different reasons.  During 2019 I started experiencing burst of anger, paranoia, mood swings and erratic behaviour. I was not thinking straight for the most part and during this my uncle somehow convinced me my lexapro was to blame. Going against my better judgement I went cold turkey on the lexapro in January 2020 and by February/March I had a full on breakdown, the affects of which lasted a long time. During this time I started bringing up past trauma with my parents again, was convinced everyone including friends and family were against me and that they were constantly lying to me even over the most trivial small things. Was also convinced that my doctor gave me lexapro without me being properly diagnosed and that he messed up my brain chemistry.  I woke up one morning having another mood swings and quit my job while crying. I moved back with my parents. I haven't held down a proper job since then and am still at my parents. I also haven't been dating as my old confidence is nowhere to be seen and I'm extremely anxious.  At the start of 2022 I finally saw my family doctor again and he said I still didn't need a psychologist or therapist I just needed to start taking the lexapro again, which I did for 3/4 months before asking him if I can taper off and while he didn't think I should he helped me taper off it. As of September 2022 I haven't taken lexapro at all. I should mention that I was a daily weed smoker from 2011 to September 2022 at which point I also quit weed cold turkey and have only smoked once in a blue moon.  I am still at my parents and jobless but I enrolled in college and am actually doing well. I start an internship soon and am looking for a job too. But since September 2022 I still have anxiety, my brain feels foggy, my memory used to be amazing but it feels like n more forgetful. I also still have no confidence and anxiety I'm not dating. My entire personality feels different. Idk what to do. I went to a psychologist recently and he thought I just needed therapy not meds but once I told him how much for the better I changed when I initially took it, he said I should start again at 5mg. My therapist (who I've been seeing since soetlagreed but he's been saying I need meds since I first started seeing him (he thinks I need a combination of meds and therapy).  Now here I am not knowing what to do. I just want to feel like myself again. I want to date again and not be afraid to talk to girls again. I want to feel happy and not anxious. I want to hold down a job and move out and get going with my life again. Do I start my meds again and hope for the best? Or am I stuck like this forever?
Self soothing
by Kristynsmama
Last post
 April 25th
...See more These are some of the things I do to self soothe when I’m having a hard time.  Do you do any of these things?  Are there other things you do to self soothe?  If so, what are they?
146 Things To Do Besides Self Harm
by AWorldofPeaceandHope
Last post
 April 24th
...See more 1. Exercise. 2. Put on fake tattoos. 3. Draw on yourself with washable red marker-then take a shower and wash away your pain. 4. Scribble on sheets of paper. 5. Write poetry. 6. Cuddle with a stuffed toy. 7. Be with other people. 8. Watch a favorite TV show. 9. Post on web boards or try answering other people's posts. 10, Think about how "I DON'T WANT SCARS FOR SUMMER!!" 11. Paint your nails a new color. 12. Go out to see a movie. 13. Eating something you can't resist. 14. Do your school work. 15. Write a letter to someone but never send it. 16. Go into chat rooms to talk. 17. Call a friend and ask them to come hang out. 18. Play a musical instrument. 19. Sing. 20. Look up at the sky, and find the moon. Study it. 21. Make your own list of things to do instead of S.I. 22. Buy a punching bag (with gloves. Name it. Then, have a visit with Bob when you need to. 23. Snap a rubber band (hair band) on your wrist. 24. Cover yourself with band-aids where you want to cut. 25. Go to the zoo and rename the animals. 26. Let yourself cry, even if it is hard. 27. Sleep, only if you are tired. 28. Do the exact opposite of what you really want to do. 29. Play with a pet. 30. Smile to at least 5 people. 31. Re-organize and lable your linen closet. 32. Go out and perform one act of kindness. 33. Have a pillow fight with a wall. 34. Knit a scarf. 35. Read a good book. 36. Dress up very glamorous, with makeup to match. 37. Color your hair. 38. Listen to music (nontriggering) 39. Watch a candle burn, but no playing with flames or hot wax. Blow it out when you leave the room. 40. Find someone else you can help. Do volunteer work. 41. Meditate. Track your breathing. 42. Call up an old friend and catch up. 43. Work on a website or start a new one. 44. Have a vivid fantasy love affair with a celebrity. 45. Go somewhere very public. 46. Bake cookies or another favorite food you like. 47. Alphabetize your CD's. 48. Chew gum. 49. Buy a henna tattoo kit. 50. Paint or draw. 51. Rip paper into really small pieces. 52. Give someone a Hug. 53. Write a letters or emails. 54. Talk to yourself, and put it on tape. 55. Hug a pillow. 56. Hyper-focus on something like a rock. 57. Fingerpaint. 58. Scream as loud as you want. 59. Dance. 60. Make hot chocolate. 61. Pop bubble wrap. 62. Play with play dough. 63. Count to 100. 64. Build a pillow fort. 65. Blow up a balloon and pop it. 66. Hug yourself. 67. Write yourself an "I love myself because" letter and keep it. Read it when you feel down. 68. Read things in a different language. 69. Go for a nice long drive, walk, or jog. 70. Complete something you have been putting off. 71. Drink a cup of herbal tea. 72. Fold paper and invent a new origomi shape. 73. Write your memoirs. 74. Build something. 75. Take up archery. 76. Go rock climbing. 77. Take up a new hobby you always dreamed of. 78. Organize bills, receipts, etc. 79. Cook a meal. 80. Go out for ice cream. 81. Buy a stuffed animal. 82. Look at pretty things-like flowers or art work. 83. Create something. 84. Pray or read the Bible. 85. Throw socks against the wall. 86. Make a list of blessings in your life. 87. Go to a friend's house and open up. 88. Take up fencing. 89. Watch an old comedy movie. 90. Call your therapist or make an appointment with one. 91. Talk to someone close to you that you trust. 92. Throw a temper tantrum. 93. Ride a bicycle. 94. Polish silver or jewelry. 95, Start a garden or water your house plants. 96. Re-arrange a room. 97. Feed the ducks, birds, or squirrels. 98. Draw on the walls-or paint with watercolors if you don't want permanence. 99. Play with face paint. 100. Play jacks or pick up sticks. 101. Color with crayons. 102. Memorize a song and sing it. Then, reflect on it's message. 103. Put on boots and stomp. 104. Stretch. 105. Find a butterfly and catch it. 106. Watch fish. 107. Come up with baby names even if you aren't expecting. 108. Go to a public place and people watch. 109. Make a CD of your favorite songs. 110. Name all of your stuffed animals. 111. Go shopping. 112. Get into your PJ's and just veg. 113. Buy cheap teddy bears and take your anger out on them 114. Throw everything on the ground except glass. 115. Go to a loud concert (Make sure it doen't trigger you) 116. Think about your ideal life. What do you have to do to get there? 117. Plan your someday wedding day or upcoming prom. 118. Hunt for stuff on Ebay. 119. Alphabetize your books and magazines. 120. Hunt for your perfect home in the paper or online. 121. Take up Tai Chi. 122. Try to make as many words as possible out of your full name. 123. Count ceiling tiles or lights. 124. Go to the grocery store and buy yourself some flowers. 125. Search for ridiculous things on the web. 126. Google youself. 127. Color co-oridinate your wardrobe. 128. Do a home tan on yourself. 129. Take a hot bath and "be" in the moment. 130. Sort all you photographs. 131. Give yourself a pedicure. 132. Color or scribble over pretty women in magazines. 133. Plan a dinner party with menus and guest list, then carry it out. 134. Go through all your old stuff, and donate to Good Will. 135. Take a walk in the woods and breathe the fresh air. 136. Start a mood journal and write in it every day. Do patterns surface? Track your triggers. 137. Buy yourself some toys and play like you are 5 years old again! 138. Start to collect some thing. 139. Take up kick-boxing. 140. Read a magazine or newspaper. 141. Sew something. 142. Buy a stuffed animal. 143. Take your own dog, or a friend's dog for a walk. 144. Call 1-800-DONT CUT 145. Call 1-800-THERAPIST 146. Read through this list again. This article comes from: http://www.adolescentselfinjuryfoundation.com/
Top 5 reasons for self harming behavior
by Kristynsmama
Last post
 April 20th
...See more * These are the top 5 reasons that young adults practice in sept harming behaviors.  Which of these rings true for you?  It can be one of them or all of them.  Understanding why we practice this behavior is a key in long term recovery. * 1.  To release emotional pressure (In one study, 85 percent [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2723954/] of participants said this was their biggest reason for self-harming.) * 2.  In order to control how they’re feeling * 3.  To get away from intolerable emotions * 4.  As a way of punishing themselves or expressing anger at themselves * 5.  Being triggered by exposure to self-harm relapse in others or in the media.
The Butterfly Project
by SunFern
Last post
 April 9th
...See more What is The Butterfly Project? The Butterfly Project is focused on motivating individuals struggling with self-harm to quit it. The idea is simple. The person simply draws a butterfly on their place(s) of self-harm and, if the butterfly fades without them self-harming, it means it has lived and flown away, giving them a sense of achievement. Whereas if they do self-harm with the butterfly there; they will have to wash it off. If that does happen, they can start again by drawing a new one on. The rules are pretty simple: 1. When you feel like you want to cut, take a marker, pen, or sharpies and draw a butterfly on your arm or hand. 2. Name the butterfly after a loved one, or someone that really wants you to get better. 3. You must let the butterfly fade naturally. NO scrubbing it off. 4. If you cut before the butterfly is gone, you have killed it. If you don't cut, it lives. 5. If you have more than one butterfly, cutting kills all of them. 6. Another person may draw them on you. These butterflies are extra special. Take good care of them. 7. Even if you don't cut, feel free to draw a butterfly anyways, to show your support. If you do this, name it after someone you know that cuts or is suffering right now, and tell them. It could help.
SHA #2: "Safe Plan" for people with self-harm issue
by Nagandrzlvn
Last post
 March 14th
...See more Hi fighter! Today, I will sharing about how we can control our self-harm destructive habbits into a safety plan if you feel a sensation of negative emotion and you have a desire to do that! These harm minimization strategies aim to either replace self-harm with a “safer” proxy behavior, or to reduce the medical severity of self-harm. 1. Sensation Proxies, strategy to stop hurting yourself by doing something else that feels similar but less harmful. There is snapping elastic bands against the skin or squeezing ice cubes. 2. Process Proxies, strategy to stop hurting yourself by doing something else that gives you a similar feeling or experience, but is less dangerous. There is drawing red lines on the skin in the places you would otherwise cut or made a butterfly in your hand and name it by people you love or your bias. 3. Harm reduction, strategy to make sure that if you hurt yourself in the same way, it won’t cause as much damage to your health. There is considering the location of injuries to minimize potential adverse medical consequences (and the provision of basic anatomical information to facilitate this), using sterile blades. 4. Damage limitation, Strategy about how to take care of injuries. There is wound care (promoting healing and reducing the risk of infection), self-management of less medically severe injuries, appropriate help-seeking. I got the sense there is difficult to minimization a self-harm because it's sounds like habbits that daily we use to release our emotion when we in the not good condition. I believe that us can do that by a lil step like using this tips that more "safety" or if you in condition like struggiling it much and have a medical condition may you consider a profesional help! Cheers up cause your not alone there is our community might be can help you! Reference: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13811118.2019.1624669?fbclid=PAAabLvgSSLujvPOeLN75y2QgGiiz3VWzJWH_WP6yor2X6qRpZCeFMePqroRM
Just a little something that’s helped me. 💜
by LoveMyMoonflowers
Last post
 February 6th
...See more Hey lovely Self-Harm Recovery community 💙 I hope you’re all staying strong :') I know it’s hard. 💜 It’s hard to stay strong. But you’re here. Your still here today and I’m so so proud of you for that. 💙 I may not know you :') but I’m still grateful for you 💜 and that your here.  Lately I googled for resources and some ‘open letters’ (not sure if that’s what they’re called or not lol) and I found a little something that’s helped me 💙 I thought of sharing it here, in case anyone finds it helpful ^-^  It’s a page called Read this first by LifeSIGNS. 💜 You can find it here [https://www.lifesigns.org.uk/read-this-first/] 💙 Anyways, that’s it really ^-^ I just wanted to share that here. 💜 Sending big hugs your way if okay 💙 Thank you for reading (:  🌙 Ni 🌸 
Songs to Listen to When...
by blossombreathe
Last post
 January 8th
...See more Hiya lovelies! Me and the wonderful @Erato thought itd be a nice idea to compile a playlist of sorts as a distraction resource. As we know, many of you enjoy listening to music - so please feel free to add your own suggestions! Weve tried our best to include most genres, so theres something for everyone. Songs to listen to when youre happy: Nine In The Afternoon by Panic! At The Disco [https://youtu.be/yCto3PCn8wo] Would You Be So Kind? by Dodie Clark [https://youtu.be/pKz_fMAbtCw] That's What I Like by Bruno Mars [https://youtu.be/PMivT7MJ41M] Pompeii by Bastille [https://youtu.be/m326LNIRB3k] I Like Me Better by Lauv [https://youtu.be/a7fzkqLozwA] Viva La Vida by Coldplay [https://youtu.be/dvgZkm1xWPE] RipTide by Vance Joy [https://youtu.be/uJ_1HMAGb4k] My Brightside by The Killers [https://youtu.be/gGdGFtwCNBE] There She Goes - The La's [https://youtu.be/CZXLLMbJdZ4] Year 3000 by Busted [https://youtu.be/Tu7HoGZaspo] She Is by Ben Rector [https://youtu.be/XbQgQBF6tOE] Don't Leave by Snakehips & MØ (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/CQGcfudKBBs] Starships by Nicki Minaj (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/u4cFNwqX8hA] That's What's Up by Lennon and Maisy (cover) [https://youtu.be/0-Mr2pmuad4] Best Day Of My Life by American Authors [https://youtu.be/Y66j_BUCBMY] I Just Wanna Live by Good Charlotte [https://youtu.be/rISYCquFeI8] Songs to listen to when youre sad: Sick of Losing Soulmates by Dodie Clark (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/mHUIoikgKT0] You Can Be King Again by Lauren Aquilina [https://youtu.be/lk1vwYga02Q] Little Lion Man by Mumford and Sons (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/X7bHe--mp1g] When You Love Someone by James TW [https://youtu.be/0Bf3CJZ4hvg] Broken Home by 5 Seconds of Summer [https://open.spotify.com/track/6f5MGyg0nj780hYYIvBXzs] Amnesia by 5 Seconds of Summer [https://youtu.be/RpzO7z2eT9k] Asking for A Friend by Annabel Jones [https://youtu.be/HnHlig5eGsc] Carry on (Acoustic) by Fun [https://youtu.be/eQ_y-WQOU-Q] One More Light by Linkin Park [https://youtu.be/Tm8LGxTLtQk] Can I Be Him by James Arthur [https://youtu.be/Tm8LGxTLtQk] Let Me Be The One by Jimmy Bondoc [https://youtu.be/m4orTwiuoc0] Youth by Daughter [https://youtu.be/VEpMj-tqixs] 6/10 by Dodie Clark [https://youtu.be/bNltTegCMAQ] Bruises by Lewis Capaldi [https://youtu.be/84znrPmOePc] All We Do by Oh Wonder [https://youtu.be/F30G87zlRPw] Songs to listen to when youre anxious: The Story Never Ends by Lauv [https://youtu.be/bZTRANMcKXM] Beside You by 5SOS [https://youtu.be/v3_HOVQFFJA] Heavy by Linkin Park (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/5dmQ3QWpy1Q] Awake by Secondhand Serenade [https://youtu.be/QcJdU26iVB0] White Blood by Oh Wonder [https://youtu.be/etYtpKN8TgM] Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol [https://youtu.be/XaKr98ktoxU] Lullaby by Mattia Cupelli [https://youtu.be/yTFDXZPC788] Sight Of The Sun by Fun [https://youtu.be/B2FWgpfID3U] Inside Out by The Chainsmokers [https://youtu.be/oygNmMISdC0] Somebody Out There by A Rocket To The Moon [https://youtu.be/WS-wA4HWdqo] It's You by Henry [https://youtu.be/AhMfiabO3GI] Eyes, Nose, Lips by Taeyang (English cover by Eric Nam) [https://youtu.be/U5IlECpDJ-g] A Change of Heart by THE 1975 [https://youtu.be/trbwqF0d7NA] Songs to listen to when you feel numb: Human (Acoustic) by Jon Bellion [https://youtu.be/Nk5jkxOtFiY] Maybe IDK by Jon Bellion [https://youtu.be/OLYObm5xNy8] Invisible by 5 Seconds of Summer [https://open.spotify.com/track/1f0kvrKyS62CU41H6Gx5xA] Still Breathing by Mayday Parade [https://youtu.be/OEw3aw5huc0] 44th and 8th by Sean Bradford [https://youtu.be/YJXziERbF44] Save Myself by Ed Sheeran [https://youtu.be/kvbqMAoplTs] Fix You by Coldplay [https://youtu.be/Fuqkz_sZDos] Water by Jack Garrat (featured in "To the Bone" - a Netflix movie) [https://youtu.be/jFuhB8N2CLk] Terrible Things by Mayday Parade [https://youtu.be/kAplLy3tzmI] Friend, Please by Twenty One Pilots [https://youtu.be/WFG5CSMwHxI] Songs to listen to when you feel angry: My Medication by Papa Roach (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/U7Y7eSYKbDQ] Good Girls 5SOS [https://youtu.be/0FfG_5JBVBQ] Rabbit Hole by blink-182 (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/0OGJNnMRw8Y] Happy Song by Bring Me The Horizon (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/GBRAnuT48qo] Stay by Mayday Parade [https://youtu.be/-950GMxVysY] Stay Alive by Andy Black [https://youtu.be/FM8ZCYWHwJ0] Therapy by All Time Low [https://youtu.be/rK8buopUl_M] My Demons by Starset [https://youtu.be/LSvOTw8UH6s] This Is Gospel by Panic! At The Disco (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/tGE381tbQa8] Kids in The Dark by All Time Low [https://youtu.be/SaIegdJxTsE] Light In The Dark by I See Stars [https://youtu.be/45VJ3vpkNN0] Oh Well, Oh Well by Mayday Parade [https://youtu.be/8qOf1B3Ey4s] Brainless by Eminem (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/HY5Z_UkYMH4] Blasphemy by Bring Me The Horizon (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/s4Tww1Bp1Ds] Jet Black Heart by 5 Seconds Of Summer [https://youtu.be/K0X7u_mmREE] Mz. Hyde by Halestorm (EXPLICIT) [https://youtu.be/Ej8or-DfrIY] Wolves of Winter by Biffy Clyro [https://youtu.be/bpJvP4b5fX8] Vulnerable by Secondhand Serenade [https://youtu.be/zAxNtM68-vw] Miss Murder by AFI [https://youtu.be/jMxU2ToSunY] Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes [https://youtu.be/0J2QdDbelmY] For those who love listening to Korean Songs: Lonely by 2NE1 [https://youtu.be/whQlBdm9fTc] You Are My Everything by Gummy (Descendants of the Sun OST) [https://youtu.be/ToASX6axGuw] Say Yes by Loco, Punch (Scarlet Heart Ryeo OST) [https://youtu.be/6GC8JF2FOgA] For you by Xiumin, Chen, Baekhyun (Scarlet Heart Ryeo OST) [https://youtu.be/JvjWy4saR08] Spring Day by BTS [https://youtu.be/oMD8c0xv6mQ] Miracles in December by EXO [https://youtu.be/VUDwrN3c6yY] Baby Don't Cry by EXO [https://youtu.be/-poEUTl0wHE] TT by Twice [https://youtu.be/ePpPVE-GGJw] Don't Wanna Cry by Seventeen [https://youtu.be/97cx53Tpp6g] As If Its Your Last by Blackpink [https://youtu.be/Amq-qlqbjYA] Russian Roulette by Red Velvet [https://youtu.be/QslJYDX3o8s] Just Right by GOT7 [https://youtu.be/vrdk3IGcau8] Missing You by BTOB [https://youtu.be/4bykFvnRzno] Thanks for checking out this thread! Please feel free to add more :3 Eras Favourite Music Genres (enquire for more recommendations!): KPOP, Indie rock, Alternative Rock, Pop Rock, Pop, Pop Punk, Calming/Sad Laurens Favourite Music Genres (enquire for more recommendations!): Rock, Metal, Calming/Sad, 80s. Wishing you all the best! 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Self harm
by Billie4ever
Last post
 August 15th, 2023
...See more Hello I was wondering if continuisly snapping a rubber band on ur wrist is self hard I do it bc I don’t have access to blades. It’s like another way to sh to me is this sh ?
A Self-Harm Strategy
by ZJK
Last post
 August 11th, 2023
...See more I found this and thought that I should post it here I hope this helps ❤️ ZJK

Hello, and welcome to the Self-Harm Recovery Subcommunity! It’s great to have you here, and we are proud of you for making the first brave step in reaching out for support. This is our supportive, safe and friendly environment, and we are glad to have you here 😃. Feel free to direct any questions to the appropriate leader of our community, which you can find at the bottom of the about section. ⭐️

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Community Guidelines

These guidelines are inspired by some communities around 7 cups! This is so we can adapt our little family to accommodate as many different life experiences and situations as possible. We recognize we cannot adapt to every circumstantial rule. However, we have outlined some of the common guidelines needed for our community. ❤️

✪ Please do not share any graphic images or descriptions of self-harm tools!

✪ Please do not mention the name of any tools used for self-harm in any area of the self-harm recovery community.

✪ Names of methods of self-harm are allowed to be shared in the group support room, but where possible please try to exchange a method name for the phrase "self-harm".

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✪ Pro-self-harm content will not be tolerated!

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