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please try to be safe *hug*
ugh. probably the worst attempted compliment in the world.
thinking of you
It was so nicely meant by my mentor but it just comes with a cost (shrug)
i understand. you're not alone.
x
Hey, I've recently been struggling with my counciling, I find it hard to talk to others about my feelings, hence why I came on this site in the first place, I'm sure alot of other people feel the same way, I found out about a programme called CBT, cognitive behaviour therapy online and thought I should share it with everyone, you might of heard of it if so sowwie
What sort of support do you have over there? Can you get anti-anxiety medication?
Try and think of other distraction and calming techniques.
There's also an article here on dealing with urges.
How late does the pool stay open? Maybe you could try to time your swim for the evening, if that's when the anxiety is generally at its worst?
I know it sounds like vain platitudes but it's just not worth getting back into self-harm. It really won't kill the anxiety; long-term it's more likely to get worse. :hugs:
Glad the breathing helped a little. It takes a while to get used to doing it. I have a lot of audiobooks so I'll sometimes put one on whilst I'm doing it for 10 mins or so to keep my brain occupied.
You might need a higher dose for really anxious moments? 2g is a low-ish dose...or you might need more of a maintenance anxiety med like Duloxetine or Cipralex? (but man, there are so many drugs! http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/medicines/effect/depression.shtml)
I used to do the deep breathing loads, and automatically got into the habit of it, but it seems to have fallen by the wayside due to not really having a need to use it that much anymore. I'll keep going with it though.
I've been feeling really anxious all afternoon and I'm not sure why. I don't know if it's randomised or what, but it's funny it pretty much started when our successors did on Monday. I'm not usually anxious, which is the really weird thing. (The CBT with the breathing exercises was for a phobia; I take the citalopram for depression - I haven't been diagnosed with anxiety or anything...) I'll keep searching for reasons.[/QUOTE]
Well the Phobia is basically a type of anxiety right? so technically you have been treated for anxiety even if it's not the same as what you have now. I have felt the same as you, when i've had 'subconscious' anxiety- it's really difficult to deal with this, when m body is anxious (shaking, heart racing etc) and i can't immediately identify the source and make it go away so i can calm myself down.
Thanks
What i am finding difficult at the moment is working in the summer and having to wear a t-shirt, therefore not being able to hide scars. Most of the time i don't get freaked out by people seeing them, as i am determined to not live my life in hiding. I don't want people to see them, but i don't want to be forced into wearing long sleeves constantly and having to live my life a certain way because of society. But there's something different when i'm in work, i feel that they should be hidden and so when it's hot in the summer i have no way of doing this
I didn't really want people at work to question the scars, and the one time I forgot to put long sleeves on I got grief from a customer.
I thought i'd never stop s/h but i am proof that with the right reasons, you can do it.
that's brilliant to hear, well done x
I have always struggled with if what I do even counts. I always feel like whatever is going on with me, doesn't matter. Because there is always someone out there who is worse off.
That is one of the reasons why I scratch at my wrists with scissors. I never go deep enough to draw much blood, but I have no idea as to whether that's because I don't want people to notice I do it... or because I'm scared. Maybe a bit of both?
I don't know, I guess it just felt good to get that thought out, for someone to hear.
We're listening. Just because there will be other people worse off, doesn't mean your problems aren't important, or that you don't deserve to receive help. TheSite.org is a positive place to talk about self-harm - how it makes you feel and if there are reasons for doing it that you want to explore with others who recognise how you feel. Do go ahead and start your own thread if you'd like more people to see your message and respond. Take good care.
Sounds like things are tough for you today.
Just to let you know theres people here for you on days like this. *hug*
You've done so well this year. That's a real achievement.
Phil :thumb:
I'm trying to stay strong and keep my head held high but it's getting tough at the moment. Is good to know that there are people on here that know how you feel and are willing to chat
Hey Noonoo, are your cut's deep? Do you know how to look after them? Are you getting regular help for your DID and PTSD? I am sorry to hear you are struggling so much, right now I wish I could offer you more than a computer hug but *hug*'s for now x
**Angel**, some kind words there.
There are some 'self help' resoruces on the on the Self Harm section of the site. It will give you info on first aid as well as advice on scarring and treatments.
Stay strong. :thumb: