Is it possible for me to quit by myself?

[Strawberrie]

I've been cutting for 6 years (give or take a few months) and I've been actively trying to quit for maybe 2 years? So basically none of this is new to me, is what I'm saying.

I've tried many, if not all, coping methods and I have done a lot of writing and self discovery to the point where I can identify exactly why I cut and I can see the triggers coming about a mile away. I've come to a point where cutting is the only thing that can get me out of hysterics and it only helps because it's just a big release of pressure and I can finally calm down, stop panicking, and focus on what problems I need to solve.

I came out as a cutter to my mother many years ago, and she reacted terribly and basically ignored the problem. I don't have any friend or adults that I trust enough to tell about my problem. Everyone thinks I've stopped cutting because I'm much better at hiding it then I was before. I can't tell my mom again because I know her reaction this time will be much worse than it was last time.

I'm getting really tired of cutting and I'm afraid I'm going to turn into a giant scar. I still have scars from 6 years ago so every time I cut it truly freaks me out, knowing I'll be seeing it for at least another 6 years. If I was scar free, I think it'd be harder for me to start cutting again.

Are there any ways that are successful for people who are trying to quit, but have to do it totally by themselves? Everything I read involves God (not for me) or a big support system, which I just don't have. I've tried distraction, journaling, going outside, the butterflies, sleeping pills, drugs, exercise, eating lots of food, reading books, making myself pass out, etc, etc. And literally nothing has worked long term. I keep saying 'Today is my last Day 1!' but the most I've made it recently is a little under a month and a half, and then something happens and I cut again. But usually it's under 2 weeks before I break and cut.

Help? How do people cope with stress without cutting?
How can I stop and finally be normal?

[Gigablue]

The best way is to target the main problem that causes you to cut. You should see your doctor or a psychiatrist. They will be able to treat the root cause of your problem. I used to have a self injury problem when I had depression. As soon as I got treated for depression, the urge went away.

You can try different coping strategies. The one that worked for me was excercies. When I felt the urge to cut, I would run on my treadmill until I was exhausted. This worked for me, but it may not work for you. You can find many different techniques online. Don't try just stopping without any substitute, it's almost impossible.

Coping strategies can help in the short term, but aren't a premenant solution. You need to see a psychiatrist to get treatment for the root cause of the problem. Good luck, and get well soon.

[AwkwardTurtle22]

I think it is possible but it's kind of hard, the best I made it by myself was 12 days but with some of my friends' support, I made it 33 days.