Relapse after long streak
I was previously a pretty big self harmer like everyday several times a day and it’s been about 13 years since I stopped. I used to be pretty proud that the scars were faded and you could only see most of them under certain lighting etc but i recently fell back into the cycle of self harming and i find myself missing the marks as silly as that sounds. I’ve felt like i have had so much anxiety that my chest is constantly tight. so i fell back into old habits and the relief was jus as i remembered. i guess i’m jus looking for new tips and some strength really as it was extremely hard to stop this habit. summertime is here and long sleeves everyday will be pretty obvious. nobody really knows and everyone thinks things are fine and i’m doing well so i guess silently struggling has always been a problem.
@QuietThunder1137
I'm so sorry you relasped. I encourage you to get help..you can do this. you are so brave for posting on here. proud of you.
@QuietThunder1137 Hello. It sounds like overwhelming anxiety is the root problem and self-harm a response to it. These resources may be helpful to you: https://www.7cups.com/anxiety-help/ https://www.7cups.com/self-harm/ You've mentioned that you've struggled silently and that the people around you don't know what you're going through. It sounds like you want to be heard, though. Feel free to message me anytime if you want to talk more about this. I hope you find the strength and peace you are seeking.
I would agree the overwhelming anxiety is a lot of the problem. I’m not sure why but lately i’ve been feeling terrible constantly jus anxious and it may sounds crazy but my chest jus feels tight constantly like i can’t find relief unless i turn to old habits. i don’t want to fall back into the self harm routine but it’s so hard not to. seems like i find myself doing it before i realize it. i don’t really have anyone to talk to about this irl and idk jus trying to find that relief in a more healthy way and it’s like i’ve forgotten how to cope..
@QuietThunder1137
I can understand it's a difficult choice between..getting relief from the old ways and trying to stop old habits. If you feel like talking to someone please do..we can privately talk with a listener , join a group chat or just keep posting in the forums :)….whichever is comfortable for you.
We are here for you ❤️
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