Posted by TofuEmmy on March 31, 2006, at 17:43:11
In reply to Re: Trigger....stuff..... » madeline, posted by Meri-Tuuli on March 31, 2006, at 10:29:56
I think it's one of MANY ways we can cope with anxiety, emotional pain, etc. But it's an unhealthy way for lots of reasons, not the least of which is...
It can leave LIFE LONG scars which you will have to hide, or explain...to your lovers, husband, doctors, children, the nosey stranger on the next beach blanket, etc. for your whole life.
Another way to cope is drinking and/or drugs. Sure, it helps relax and takes our minds off our problems. Yup. But is this healthy? Nope. Is it also habit forming, like self-injury is? Yup.
If it's possible to consider working towards decreasing the SI and find healthier coping methods which work for you, IMO your life would improve.
Take care of you! :-)
emmy
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