Is it normal for me to suddenly stop self-harming?
HelpfullOwl
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Feb 1, 2015
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A lot of people do suddenly stop self-harming its like they wake up one day and think 'actually i don't want to do this anymore' and they stop. Some people however need to stop gradually, through distractions and reducing the amount. But whatever works for you is completely normal and it's really good you've managed to stop :)
ZenLotus6452
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Jun 12, 2015
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Yes, it is completely normal for you to stop self-harming. You should record the feelings you have on the day you stop and how proud you are of yourself so that when you feel like you are going to self-harm again you can look back on your own positive thoughts and emotions.
Anonymous
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Sep 13, 2016
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most of the times its suddenly ... one day you just stop... keep this progress up! dont fall back into old habits.. you are strong
Anonymous
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Jun 1, 2015
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Sure, most stop for a week, relapse, stop for two weeks, relapse, until they stop the habit conpletely. But guess what? Who cares if it's normal? You've brought yourself to stop a bad habit, and that's wonderful. I admire you for your strength.
Anonymous
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Sep 19, 2016
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I think the focus here shouldn't be on questioning if it is normal, but instead celebrate that you've stopped. Some people no longer need to self harm because the trigger or event causing it has gone away while other people need more time and help to be able to stop.
Anonymous
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Sep 18, 2017
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Yes, this happens. Some people really struggle when it comes to quitting but others can go cold turkey. This doesnt necessarily mean that there wont be a time when the urge comes back but its a good sign that you can fight that urge if you experience it again.
Anonymous
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May 10, 2016
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Self-harm is a tricky subject. Quite often, people who self-harm 'outgrow' the behavior. It is not to say that it is a behavior only seen in teens or younger people, but it is common to stop self-harming as you grow older. When you grow older you develop stronger coping strategies and methods to handle stress, and self-harm doesn't become the first option. There are healthy alternatives!
avanef
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May 1, 2017
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I wouldn't say normal, I'd say it's positive progress. If you suddenly stop self-harming that is good, like amazing actually, You should never want to harm yourself and you should feel very proud of yourself to finally realized that and know that things are finally working out for you.
hematohidrosis
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May 11, 2015
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It's always a good thing to stop cutting, So yes, it is pretty normal to stop self-harming. Even if it's sudden.
Anonymous
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Sep 28, 2015
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Self harming is a coping mechanism a survival technique and if you have stopped suddenly that is brilliant :) it means you are either not in a situation where you need to harm yourself or that you have learned healthier alternatives
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