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Hey...I have strugled with self harm for 5 years and i had finally stoped but ever since i moved in with my boyfriend i find myself cutting again...i try not to but when i dont have anyone to talk to...to go to for help i turn to a blade...im gonna try to get counsling but my boyfriend wont pay for it and with me just now finding out im pregnant i dont know if im gonna be able to afford it...do you know of anywhere online where they can offer free cousling??
 

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Welcome to CF, sister. Have you talked to your parents or doctor about this? They may be able to help you out and it could be so helpful. Is there any way you can move back home?

Also, are you involved in a church? You should be able to talk to a pastor for free.

Praying for you right now.
 
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I'm an ex-cutter. I'm a scratcher. I have tattoos in strategic parts of my body so I WON'T scratch. Three-inch scar on my arm.
Anyway...
Now that you're pregnant, you need to focus on the little life inside of you that completely depends on you and your care. I believe your pastor can offer free counseling... Please take care of yourself and your baby.

I'll send out some good energy tonight for you. Feel free to PM me if you'd like. :)
 
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Im really wanting to hurt myself tonight....

As someone who has been through years and years of cutting and then overcoming it, I can tell you its not an easy thing to deal with. Even though this thread is a week old, I am going to pray for you. I pray that God will wrap his giant loving arms around you.
 
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