Self Harm Alternatives 💖 (Distractions)

Hiya Everyone! 💖

As we all know, self-harm recovery is not linear. There will be ups and downs: good days and bad days.💖

Relapses may happen, but that doesn't mean we are less worthy of recovery. ❤️

Recovery isn't the same for everyone, and there is no time limit on how long it will take to recover. Some people take months and some years, but we all have to start somewhere. 🌺

No matter where you currently are in your recovery journey, I believe this link may be beneficial. It has 5 pages full of different distractions and ways to avoid self-harming. ⭐️

It includes a variety of distractions such as displacement, reinforcing, physical, creative, comforting, constructive, fun, distractions with others and inspiring.😊 If one doesn't work for you, don't give up and give a different one a go when you're ready ❤️

Let me know if you try any and how they work for you! Or if you have any other recommendations, please share 😃

Distractions.pdf (nshn.co.uk)

(Please make sure all activities you try are done safely)

Here are some examples of what the link includes: squeezing ice cubes, playing with a stress ball, playing with a pet, reading a book, colouring etc..

(If you don't feel ready to look at the link, that is okay, maybe save it for future use?)

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