How can I stop feeling ashamed of my scars left from my self-harm after recovery?
hpfan
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Sep 8, 2015
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I think of scars as "battle wounds". They aren't signs of one's weakness, but rather proof that one has battled demons and continues to fight. They are proof of strength and perseverance.
Anonymous
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Feb 1, 2016
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People are going to see them, sadly some people might judge. The people that matter won't judge and won't mind, Those scars make up your history and map out your struggles, be confident about them, they're yours! So use them, look at how faded they're getting and recognise just how far you've come!
hopefuldrifter
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Dec 1, 2015
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Using non-toxic markers to draw things that make you happy on your scars could help you feel better about looking at them.
littlemisscurious
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Jun 21, 2016
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Everyone who's been struggeling with self harm knows how hard it is to quit, that's definitely something to be proud of! Don't look at your scars as a sign of weakness and failure, but acknowledge them as remains of a tough time you've overcome.
Anonymous
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Apr 12, 2015
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Embrace them, they are a part of you, proof that you have gone through hard times and made it through.
PhoenixB
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Oct 27, 2015
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Just remember that they are scars: distant memories and proof of all the tough stuff you've gone through to make it out a better, happier, and more complete person.
Anonymous
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Jun 21, 2016
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I've been in a place where I've felt embarrassed of what I've done to my body in times of frustration and extreme sadness. I've learned to cope with these scars, to see them as something that has helped me grow into a better, stronger person. This has allowed me to embrace the good, and bad things about my body and strive to be happier.
Anonymous
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Mar 22, 2016
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It's a process of self-acceptance, it will take time but after spending some time relaxing and thinking about the topic I believe you can finally stop feeling ashamed.
Ourfaithinhuemanatee
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Sep 13, 2016
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Remeber that they are scars and not fresh cuts. It means you have gone through hard times but now you dont hurt yourself anymore.... you are strong... no one has the right to judge you as week because of the horror you have been though keep this in mind
Anonymous
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Sep 26, 2016
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Start learning how to see them as your battle scars. A war you once struggled with but now can proudly say you won! I struggled with my scars after recovery as well. But i started seeing them as part of me. Though a dark part of me, they reminded me of where i once was and were i am now. They are a testament to my story!
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