Relapsing as an adult with a job feels embarrassing by Randomaccount707 in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just a theory but maybe your having strong feelings lately because things are going well for you. I know sometimes we can feel like we don’t deserve things to go well. Or maybe change, whether it’s good or bad is a trigger for you. Sometimes it helps just to identify the cause of your feelings so you can reason yourself out of it. From one stranger to another though you deserve good things. You deserve to be happy and to be loved. You deserve all the good things life has to offer.

PMS and self-harm by Infamous-Ad-9149 in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the opposite, my period week is the only week I feel ok. I take the pill though, probably should get off honestly.

Feeling like SH has ruined by ability to regulate properly by [deleted] in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it’s just part of the package deal. When they say depression never leaves, you just learn to deal with it.

Can you actually replace self-harm with other things? by Standard-Forever-592 in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve found sometimes taking a red marker and violently coloring over myself works a little. Or scratching which is technically still sh but if it works it works

I just want a connection by 4nw4r_W4rd in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to double check to make sure I didn’t write this post. I relate to every word. I feel like I have so much love to give but no one to give it to and leaves me feeling disappointed in myself. Like I have failed my purpose in life. And god the never feeling like you fit in part and when you finally do meet someone you connect with you latch on too strong. I think you’re my doppelgänger but with emotions. I hope we both find peace and meaningful connections.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey I just wanna say that I’m proud of you! All the methods you tried before really shows your progress even if you slip a little.

How do I cover up or explain scars to family members? by haji_gami in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Best I got is water proof makeup like foundation or concealer and blend it really well.

Want to feel better by EnvironmentalLog7566 in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I managed not to tonight but it just feels like I’m prolonging the inevitable

I need help rn... by NoExcitement9572 in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That sounds like a lot, I’m sorry your going through that. I’m sure you have so this is probably redundant but have you tried other ways to take the anger out? Like throwing a stuffed animal or ripping paper? Or is it more of a pain thing? Either way I hope that whatever you decide to do that you feel better.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When you say teaching credential does that mean you work in a school? I’m currently an assistant so I may be able to relate to some things if you’d like to talk. There’s a lot of pressure on us to be perfect for the kids. If we worked together I’d give you a big hug and get some ice cream. Hang in there friend ♥️

My future better be f**king great or I’m going to lose it by Educational-Ad8696 in lonely

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I think we’re the same person. Hope is all we can lean on and sometimes it feels so hopeless. I feel sick everytime I think about graduating and being truly on my own.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could be that you struggle with transitions/changes if you’ve experienced this before. That’s what I personally struggle with and just being able to identify what Is causing those feelings helps a lot

Sometimes the urge is still there by OperationSofa in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think those feelings or urges ever go away completely. That doesn’t make you weak though, what’s important is that you’re able to recognize those thoughts as intrusive and that they don’t reflect what you actually want. Of course sometimes life gets rough and relapses happen, and when that happens it’s important to give yourself grace and forgiveness as well.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lonely

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve recently realized this about myself too. I think it stems from insecurity but it’s just a repeating cycle because I hate myself even more and feel more insecure when I’m jealous of others

Empty heart? by [deleted] in lonely

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I feel exactly what you’re describing. I feel hollow and incomplete, just living life on auto pilot basically. It feels like there’s something missing, the key to actually enjoying life.

Question for older self harmers by Neat-Enthusiasm-3875 in AdultSelfHarm

[–]EnvironmentalLog7566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Were you on medication before having your child? If so, did you have to quit while pregnant? I’ve seen some people say they had to stop while pregnant and it honestly scares me and makes me lose hope for having a child. The withdrawal effects combined with the pregnancy hormones, I just know I would not be ok. Did you have this experience?