What is the best way to cope in a very stressful situation without reverting to self-harm?
wonderlanding
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Dec 15, 2015
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Focusing on the positive and the bright side of situations helps get a better and more beneficial mindset. Also, coming straight to the facts of things.
Anonymous
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Dec 22, 2015
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Honestly, I hold a quarter or something cold in my hand. It keeps me grounded. It forces to be present here and now. I do this for every time when there is a crisis. It keeps me leveled headed and I think more clearly.
Anonymous
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Mar 1, 2016
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By doing something you like that is productive and energy consuming. After that you'll be too exhausted to move and feel into a blissful sleep.
Anonymous
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May 30, 2016
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In my opinion the best way to cope in a stressful situation would be listening to music and crying by myself, it is okay to cry because we aren't always able to control it, but self harming is a choice and you always have the option of not doing it.
Anonymous
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Jun 14, 2016
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I would recommend writing to see your thoughts on paper. Writing can distract you . I also find exercising is brilliant.
BrokenAndMessedUp
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Jun 18, 2016
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Try drawing. I draw on my arm sometimes when I'm trying not to cut and it helps me. So maybe try drawing on paper or even your arm if you want : ).
Anonymous
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Feb 14, 2017
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Distracting yourself with something to take your mind off what is stressing you out. Maybe self soothing and self coping statements like I can do this and it will pass
Anonymous
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Feb 12, 2018
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Sounds like you may be going through a difficult time. Is self-harm an often thing for you? I can’t give specific advice but I can refer you to some help?
whimsicalKiwi32
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Jul 17, 2018
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Take a couple of deep breaths. Talk to someone about how you feel. Write in a journal about what is going on that is bothering you. Think about how much you will regret self-harm.
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