Music is my saviour, but.....

[SoWhatIfImGoth]

Whenever I get depressed, I simply listen to music to drown my fears, and problems. But sometimes, music doesn't help, or even makes it worse. All these times I've considered self harm, but I know that after that first cut, I won't be able to stop.

Usually when I get depressed, it's really bad. It seems to drain me of all my energy, to the point where I can't even bring myself to get up and face the world. I just keep getting these thoughts that I can end it by cutting, but after hearing people talking about how they get "addicted" to it, I don't wanna start... How can I keep myself from cutting?

[Bath]

Keep doing what you're doing. Keep telling yourself it's not worth it. You're smart enough to realize that you'll get addicted, I wish I had realized that. Keep distracting yourself. Paint your nails, do your makeup, write a poem, make lemonade, I'm sure if you google distractions from self harm you'll find a lot.

Also, stay away from sharp objects. That way the temptation is gone. Nothing to cut with, you can't cut.

I know you can do it. :)

[yweade7263]

welcome to my post

[DismaliciouSx]

First, Welcome to VT and also, keep doing what you are doing. If you fill your mind up with how bad self harm is and can get then you'll never want to do it, also this forum has a list of alternatives to cutting. If you ever need to talk, I'm here.

[ShadowGirl]

Find something to do that requires your full attention. Or get away from sharp objects. I usually go for a walk. It also helps to call a friend to distract yourself or vent.

[xktx]

just when you get an impulse do something to help keep your hands busy (which isnt self harm obvs) .... it helps, i can assure you. x
whatever you do, dont start. x