This isn't an entry but it's for anyone who needs it. I hope it helps.
146 things to do instead of self harming
1. Exercise.
2. Put on fake tattoos.
3. Draw on yourself with washable red marker-then take a shower and wash away your pain.
4. Scribble on sheets of paper.
5. Write poetry.
6. Cuddle with a stuffed toy.
7. Be with other people.
8. Watch a favorite TV show.
9. Post on web boards or try answering other people's posts.
10, Think about how "I DON'T WANT SCARS FOR SUMMER!!"
11. Paint your nails a new color.
12. Go out to see a movie.
13. Eating something you can't resist.
14. Do your school work.
15. Write a letter to someone but never send it.
16. Go into chat rooms to talk.
17. Call a friend and ask them to come hang out.
18. Play a musical instrument.
19. Sing.
20. Look up at the sky, and find the moon. Study it.
21. Make your own list of things to do instead of S.I.
22. Buy a punching bag (with gloves. Name it. Then, have a visit with Bob when you need to.
23. Snap a rubber band (hair band) on your wrist.
24. Cover yourself with band-aids where you want to cut.
25. Go to the zoo and rename the animals.
26. Let yourself cry, even if it is hard.
27. Sleep, only if you are tired.
28. Do the exact opposite of what you really want to do.
29. Play with a pet.
30. Smile to at least 5 people.
31. Re-organize and lable your linen closet.
32. Go out and perform one act of kindness.
33. Have a pillow fight with a wall.
34. Knit a scarf.
35. Read a good book.
36. Dress up very glamorous, with makeup to match.
37. Color your hair.
38. Listen to music (nontriggering)
39. Watch a candle burn, but no playing with flames or hot wax. Blow it out when you leave the room.
40. Find someone else you can help. Do volunteer work.
41. Meditate. Track your breathing.
42. Call up an old friend and catch up.
43. Work on a website or start a new one.
44. Have a vivid fantasy love affair with a celebrity.
45. Go somewhere very public.
46. Bake cookies or another favorite food you like.
47. Alphabetize your CD's.
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RandomYou don't have to read this. It's just me venting my depression stress and other shit I could careless if anyone found this Warning if you read this there'll be mentions of suicide self harm depression and dark thoughts
