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Post by Brianne on May 15, 2010 22:03:52 GMT -5
Hey, I'm Brianne! I am having a really difficult day and am just wondering... Does anyone else on here struggle with Self Injury? I feel like the only Mormon who has fallen into this addiction and thus feel incredibly alone...I know that SI is a terrible sin and feel so ashamed... Anyway, if anyone else here currently struggles- or has previously struggled- with this and is willing to admit to it I would much appreciate it. Thanks
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Post by Michael on May 15, 2010 22:39:09 GMT -5
I'm not sure what SI is?... what does it stand for?. This probly got nothing to do with SI (cuz idk what SI is.. sorry ) but... I feel alone a lot... and being lonely sucks.. doesn't it? :/ But on MTW, you're never alone *Said in nice tone, not creepy)
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Post by Brianne on May 15, 2010 23:37:51 GMT -5
Intentional harm to oneself to relieve bad emotions...or feel anything at all. ex.) cutting, burning, bruising, etc.
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Post by hockeydude on May 16, 2010 0:57:40 GMT -5
You'll be glad to be told wrong on one thing. You're not the only one. I know people who have had the same struggles, most of whom I found out about accidently. It's not exactly something you cry to the world, so there may be those even around you where you just don't know it.
Self-injury does have a chemical release from what I understand that does actually fight off bad thoughts/feelings/emotions for awhile. That's why a lot of people do it, it temporarily solves the problem. But there are other things that release the same chemical. Laughing, exercise, talking - I know I'm sounding generic, but it's the truth. And those ways don't leave an after effect and actually will increase your overall health.
I don't know how comfortable you are with the subject but if you feel comfortable enough to talk to someone, just even your parents, I would do it. I've pretty much overcome what I thought was an embarassing anxiety disorder and the "turning" point to me was when I talked to my parents about it. So if you feel comfortable telling them, I'd do it.
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Post by Erik Slack on May 16, 2010 11:13:27 GMT -5
Brianne, you are DEFINITELY not alone. It's not my struggle, but I had a very close friend for whom cutting was a big struggle. I'll see if I can put you in contact with her, but in the mean time I hope you consider doing as Eric suggested and telling your parents. I have a link for you: www.fox.com/pause/Please read what they have to say about it. Under the mind section there is a whole ton of information about cutting and ways to overcome it.
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Post by Brianne on May 16, 2010 14:05:11 GMT -5
I appreciate the suggestions . My parents do know about it, and I am in therapy. I also know people who used to cut, but none of them were LDS. My issues just make me feel like a 'bad mormon'. And hockeydude: I am glad you were able to tell your parents. I too struggle with an anxiety disorder. It sure makes life interesting haha.
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Post by Michael on May 16, 2010 18:01:33 GMT -5
Brianna, I know a girl and she's lds.. she used to cut herself becuse.. well life for her really suck... in the family mostly. She still struggle at it times to times, but everytime she doesn't do it, she feel good about herself... I know you will be able to overcome it.
Your not a "Bad mormon" I bet you're a really good person, your a child of God.
If you would like, I could pray for you.. to overcome this struggle.
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Post by Brianne on May 16, 2010 20:26:19 GMT -5
Brianna, I know a girl and she's lds.. she used to cut herself becuse.. well life for her really suck... in the family mostly. She still struggle at it times to times, but everytime she doesn't do it, she feel good about herself... I know you will be able to overcome it. Your not a "Bad mormon" I bet you're a really good person, your a child of God. If you would like, I could pray for you.. to overcome this struggle. Thanks, I appreciate it .And It's fantastic that she's doing better. And thank you all for the kind words. I know I can overcome this- some days are just harder than others .
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Post by ldsgirl Aka Sayari on May 16, 2010 22:33:21 GMT -5
Hey, I'm Brianne! I am having a really difficult day and am just wondering... Does anyone else on here struggle with Self Injury? I feel like the only Mormon who has fallen into this addiction and thus feel incredibly alone...I know that SI is a terrible sin and feel so ashamed... Anyway, if anyone else here currently struggles- or has previously struggled- with this and is willing to admit to it I would much appreciate it. Thanks Welcome to MTW Brianne! This site was created by my good friend Mary_Lynn. She doesn't get on here very often, but she struggled for years with SI and also ED (eating disorder). She finally got professional help at the "Center For Change" in Utah this past winter and early spring. Their program helped her immensely! I would encourage anyone that is struggling with either one or both of these issues to tell your parents or a trusted teacher and get help as soon as possible! I'll also add you to my prayers. Best wishes! Jenni
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Post by Jayda on May 17, 2010 9:22:10 GMT -5
Don't feel alone! I have Mormon friends who have hurt themselves on purpose. I personally haven't had to deal with such a struggle, but someone I'm close to has. I'm sorry that you have to go through this. Does anyone in your life know about it? Just keep your head high, know that you are NOT alone through anything, even if Christ and God are the only ones there at the time, and know that you are a precious child of God and that He would never want you to harm yourself.
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Post by sulfuric on May 17, 2010 10:28:36 GMT -5
welcome, ..i know this probleme, I stopped me to hurt since 4 months. when i'll become sdj i'll be alone in the church. i's very difficult to take care of myself.
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Post by shadow on May 17, 2010 16:06:20 GMT -5
Your not alone in the church sulfuric, you can talk to friends and even the bishop. Plus you have prayer
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Post by hockeydude on May 17, 2010 20:36:49 GMT -5
I appreciate the suggestions . My parents do know about it, and I am in therapy. I also know people who used to cut, but none of them were LDS. My issues just make me feel like a 'bad mormon'. And hockeydude: I am glad you were able to tell your parents. I too struggle with an anxiety disorder. It sure makes life interesting haha. Ha, you can say that again. That's the same thing though, you just have to make yourself aware of how ridiculous the fear is (which I know doesn't work all the time, I still have occasional moments) and over time it begins to fade away. And when you have a moment, focus on your breathing, making sure it's slow and deep (I pretend to yawn). That's done wonders for me. And even if you were the only one (which you aren't), having a problem doesn't make you a "bad Mormon." You're not happy about what is happening and want to change it. That doesn't sound like a bad Mormon to me.
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Post by Erik Slack on May 24, 2010 8:05:52 GMT -5
Eric's right! I hear all the time variations of the phrase "The church is not a retirement home for the saint, but a hospital for the sinner." And it's true! None of us are perfect and all of us require the healing application of the Atonement in our lives. I would rather be friends with 10 "Bad Mormons" like you who talk about and work to solve their problems than a single "Good" Mormon who bottles it all up and becomes stagnant. It's a new week. God bless you Brianne!
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Post by emowriter on May 18, 2011 16:17:24 GMT -5
i still struggle with it going on four years now. i guess its time to get help. good for you brianne. i hope you get help and i hope that you find peace in your life before you end up like me
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Post by ldsgirl Aka Sayari on May 18, 2011 23:22:13 GMT -5
i still struggle with it going on four years now. i guess its time to get help. good for you brianne. i hope you get help and i hope that you find peace in your life before you end up like me I would encourage both of you to seek help. I'll also pray to Our Heavenly Father and ask him to help give you the strength and desire to pursue that help!
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Post by emowriter on May 19, 2011 20:14:49 GMT -5
thanks muchly at least today i had some peace. another step closer to getting better
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Post by ldsgirl Aka Sayari on May 20, 2011 21:49:17 GMT -5
thanks muchly at least today i had some peace. another step closer to getting better That's good! Take things one day at a time.
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Post by holmarcrom on Aug 3, 2011 21:09:35 GMT -5
Hey, I'm Brianne! I am having a really difficult day and am just wondering... Does anyone else on here struggle with Self Injury? I feel like the only Mormon who has fallen into this addiction and thus feel incredibly alone...I know that SI is a terrible sin and feel so ashamed... Anyway, if anyone else here currently struggles- or has previously struggled- with this and is willing to admit to it I would much appreciate it. Thanks Hey,I know I'm a lae replier and this may all be resolved...but in case it hasn't been; I'd just like to say - you're not alone. I've battled with SI since I was 12/13,My mum doesn't know I'm on meds or the extent to which I SI'd but I don't think it would have helped me if she knew all of it cause she just points out the scars she knows about and goes on about how awful it looks and how it'll put people off me. But anyway away from me... Good luck, and I promise things will get better as long as you want them to and fight for them to. Even if you feel like you've got no fight left in you. As long as you have some form of support it won't be as bad, obviously it's still bad I know that but I also know if people are there it helps a lot; I mean the urge will always be there inside you but you get to the point where you can overlook it most of the time . I know I'm a late replier so I don't know if you're there yet but anyway all the best and good luck and God bless Remember if you need help you can always pm me
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