What do I say to people that ask about my scars without making them uncomfortable?

There are several things that you can say when someone asks you about your scars depending on their age. For a child, you can make up any type of story, and they are normally satisfied with it. You can say the truth with someone who would be understanding and nonjudgmental. You also have the choice of politely telling them that you would rather not talk about it. How do these ideas sound to you?

People are worried about you, be honest and open. If you try to hide it it will only lead them to wondering what it is or thinking badly of you or your situation.

Just tell them it helped you get through a tough time. You don’t really need to explain yourself if you don’t want to.

For me personally, whenever asked about my scars, I call them battle scars or my victory scars. I don't quit go into detail but more so just mention that I had a rough time but I came out of it stronger and I'm a fighter and these are the scars that I endured during the tough battle. People have normally just accepted it and told me to talk to them if I ever feel that way again. I have gotten negative responses, but mainly from jerks so I cut them out from my life completely. I hope this helps :)

Maybe just letting them know that the scars form a part of a personal experience that you have gone through and highlight the struggles you have faced. You don't necessarily need to go into detail about what those personal experiences and highlights look like for you, but if you feel comfortable explaining your scars in a way that works for you and in a way that makes you comfortable is the most important. Here is a link which I find are super helpful when other people notice and ask about self-harm scars: The Mighty: https://themighty.com/2017/11/when-people-ask-about-self-harm-scars/ It can be a really challenging conversation to have and just know that you don't have to tell anyone anything if you don't feel comfortable.

A person's scars are never an easy thing to talk about. Be it from an accident or self-inflicted yet there are times people would notice them and ask you about it. At this point, it is completely your decision as to how you wanna deal with the conversation. Either you can be direct with them and tell them what happened (only if you are comfortable with that) or you can simply tell them it happened due to something in the past, which you don't like to talk about anymore and move on from the conversation. If you do decide to tell people about your scars, be open and comfortable with them, only share as many details as you are okay with. Remember they are your scars and your past, you decide who gets to know about them!

Never answer questions you feel uncomfortable answering your scars are private and you should only tell people you know you can one hundred percent trust as you do not want that you have been self harming being spread around. So just say to them I prefer not to talk about it or steer away from the situation as if they will feel uncomfortable. To be totally honest they do not really need to know maybe also seek some professional help as that is always usefull but remember you are not ever obliged to tell someone where your scars are from.

When someone asks about your scars, it can be extremely uncomfortable and overwhelming. Although lying might not be a good option, if you fear going into self harm may make someone uncomfortable, you can give shot simple answers, such as "it's a long story" or "that was a long time ago" and then direct the subject to another topic. People will usually not press if you are direct, but if they continue the topic, it might be best for you to end the conversation and walk away. Your mental health is always the top priority. It is best to do whatever will cause the least anxiety and stress.

If you feel comfortable around them, stay strong in the belief that they'll understand and it'll help you as well

It's a complex situation for everyone who having already practiced self-harming, cuts ...etc... and an important question. You have two main solutions: tell the truth or lie. But remember if you choose to lie you lie mostly to yourself and there is little chance they will believe you. This inconfortable situation could be a good situation for you. If they saw your scars is that they pay attention to you and they can help you overcome this state. Figting the self-harming is hard, and harder alone, we need friends to overcome all of that and that's perons could be your friends. You could explain the situation, tell the Veritee. It's hard, very hard, and wounding but so helpfull. But sometimes we can't tell the truth but lying is the worst position. In this case the best solution is to say "I 'm not ready to talk about it now . "