If I don't self-harm, then how can I cope?
ThePoet
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Jan 22, 2015
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That depends on you, and the feeling. For example, music helps me. Depending on my mood, I can play angry music, or upbeat happy music. You dont need a blade to cope with hard times.
weirdisrad
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Feb 9, 2015
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There are lots of healthy ways to cope with emotions, it all depends on what works best for you and what you enjoy doing. Do you like music? Try writing songs, or learning an instrument. Do you enjoy playing sports? Maybe joining a sports team or going on a run will help. Just some examples.
Anonymous
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Apr 5, 2015
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There are lots of ways to cope and not self-harm you can do things like journal , taking a walk , drawing , sports , and anything that makes you happy. There are also DBT skills you can use also.
Anonymous
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May 21, 2015
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I'm happy that you dont self-harm.. :) You can always send a message to us and we will help you out.
SparklyLadybug
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May 28, 2015
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Oh, there are so many ways you can cope! You can play video games. Find a place to volunteer. Listen to music. Journal. Blog. Sing at the top of your lungs. Dance in the rain.
Brettlstar
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Jun 13, 2015
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Learning to talk about your feelings thoughts and issues is really important. Coming on here and finding someone to talk to can truly give you a new perspective. You can also try what I see works quite well - that being an elastic band on your wrist that you snap each time you feel like you would want to hurt yourself. Just an idea.
you1will2be3ok
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Jun 17, 2015
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Try doing something else, write down your feelings, go on a run, talk to someone on 7 cups even! Try to find alternatives besides self-harming. There are plenty out there.
louthefluid
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Jul 7, 2015
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What helped me out was trying to externate my feelings in other ways. Writing on my skin what was going through my head instead of cutting myself brought me the relief I needed. I wouldn't stop writing until I felt that I could finally stop. It's guilt-free and I usually felt really good about myself afterwards.
trisjlistens
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Oct 26, 2015
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Well I think there are a lot of things that you can busy yourself with. For example: you can make a blog, artworks, play music or anything else that could help you let out your feelings.
gentleRainbow43
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Dec 21, 2015
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Talking things out is one way to deal with your problems or pressure you may have another might be doing something that you enjoy an activity. Another helpful idea is taking what's called a 5 second vacation. You put it out of your mind thinking of a happier moment then come back to the reality of whatever the situation is with that feeling from what makes you happy.
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