A little less then two months ago I hit my marks for three years without self harm. I can thankfully say I am on my journey to my fourth year without self harm in my life.
Unfortunately, things are still rather difficult. I still find it hard to control my thoughts and the desires. At this point I feel like I should almost be a “seasoned veteran” but I still need help :/ Sometimes I wonder how I possibly made it three years. Anything y’all have found that helps you? Please respond. Also, good luck to everyone who is in finals right now. You will do great and are more then worth it.
Accountability. I’m not talking about those people who are going to be mean and nasty when you are thinking like this or when you mess up, but those who are understanding. I go to them before I injure, and I made sure to promise them this. I have already messed up, and I tell them when that happens too. It really keeps me in check, and it helps me to know that they won’t leave me, but are here in this journey with me, nonjudging. I also write a lot to get my feelings out. Distraction (listening to music, reading, things like that), help me as well. Congratulations on making it this far, you can do it!