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Alexis goes Rawr
August 23rd, 2011, 01:42 AM
I know there other threads out there similar to this one but theyre still too different to help me out any.
At school and with my friends im the one who gives out the advice im there to support anyone who needs it, im always happy and bubbly, people tell me their secrets so i can be there for them be a rock, im supposed to be the one thats so strong that never lets anything bother me.
How can I still be there to help my friends who self harm when i do it too?
I feel like im deciving them in some way by pretending my life is just fine that I was never absued which none of my friends know, that im stronger then they are and can always be there for them to tell them why they dont need to hurt themselves.

I want to let atleast one of them know the truth, but at the same time I dont. I'm not sure what i'm supposed to do.

bambino
August 23rd, 2011, 06:16 AM
I think you should be open with your friends, theyre more likely to take your advice if they know you can relate to what they're going through
If anything I would think the fact you have SH-ed makes you more qualified to help them, you have a better understanding and empathy.
it will most likely bring you closer, and rememeber they're there to support you as well.

hope this helps (:

Infidelitas
August 23rd, 2011, 06:47 AM
I have found the easiest way to bandage my wrist up, and show them. I can never directly tell anyone :/