Leo B. Fall Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 This post has been flagged with warnings, as follows: Self-Harm Click this notice to reveal the content. I usually go to music, drawing, writing song lyrics or I go make myself busy by talking to people or doing chores. Lately none of these have been working, so I've been curious, what do other people do? Or, how do you keep those coping mechanisms working so you don't sh? MultiQuote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ditch the Label Staff Blondie Posted November 9, 2022 Ditch the Label Staff Share Posted November 9, 2022 This post has been flagged with warnings, as follows: Self-Harm Click this notice to reveal the content. 9 hours ago, Leo B. Fall said: I usually go to music, drawing, writing song lyrics or I go make myself busy by talking to people or doing chores. Lately none of these have been working, so I've been curious, what do other people do? Or, how do you keep those coping mechanisms working so you don't sh? I realise it depends on the situation but people tell us these can be helpful: Snap a rubber band against your wrist Squeeze ice Slap a hard surface Find somewhere isolated and scream as loudly as possible Write down exactly how you feel, or if you’d prefer – scribble everything out Try a high intensity exercise, like running, boxing, swimming or circuits Use a red marker pen to write words where you would usually cut Find an old magazine and tear it up. You can also click here to read the full list of 15 alternatives. 1 MultiQuote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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