Why does the urge to self-harm continue to come back, even though I've been clean for over a year?

because self harming was a way to feel better and to get away from the problem. It was also s habit and as they say old habits die hard. Stay strong

Because I've done the same, and the same thing has happened to me, I quit but sometimes I want to continue, but don't let it over come you.

Maybe you were triggered in some way. This link may be helpful: https://gabrielle.self-injury.net/topic/134224-triggercutting-the-urge-is-on-the-precipice-of-outweighing-reason/

For me, it was because I didn’t get to the core of why I started in the first place. Sometimes it was just fleeting thoughts without and urge. Which is common, I think most people have these thoughts. With urges and intent is when it can become a problem. Reach out for help. Find a support group of peers, I think coming to 7 cups is already a great step for you! It’s not easy to seek support so you’re brave for reaching out. You might want to take it a step further and seek help by a therapist who specializes in self-harm and suicide prevention.