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Re: Self-Harm Advice Needed? -
July 29th 2014, 05:47 AM
Hey,
When it comes to overcoming self harm it is important to remember that you are going to get urges but those urges will pass. I think it is great that you are developing a support network while going through all of this. That support network will be great in helping you overcome all of this.
You need to know that you are not at fault for your friends self harm. I know sometimes people want to place blame on other people but your friend had her own way of dealing with things and she chose self harm. It might take her parents a while to realize this but with time I am sure they will figure this out.
Counseling isn't for everyone but it is important to remember that just because they get paid for their services doesn't mean they don't care or aren't there to try and make a difference. There are a lot of good counselors out there who are trying to make a difference in the lives of others. Also, just because you went to see a counselor doesn't mean you would have to take medication. If you conveyed to the counselor that you don't want to take medication they will try and avoid that option if they can.
I think it is important that you work on identifying what triggers your urges. If you can work on identifying your triggers you can slowly work on trying to identify resolutions to these triggers. Something that has helped me identify my triggers in the past is writing in a journal. Maybe you could start keeping a journal.
I really hope that this helped and if you need anything please feel free to message me.
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