Things you can do to de-escalate and divert an emergency

[lonlygirl]

You are literally a life saver.Thank you from the bottom of my heart

 

[Melodys]

Thanks I really like the different things to journal, will try!

 

[xnickyx]

So glad that I have come across this post - Has reminded me about ways that I can make sure I don't give in to wanting to hurt myself again - I have a baby boy and a wonderful fiance now - I don't need to go back there - I don't want to go back there! Thank you for the post ♥

 

[drjean]

Two other things I'm not sure have been listed....


Create a comfort box or basket for yourself. Put all manner of things into the basket that comforts some part of you, good memories and feelings of safety.

Use a red magic marker instead of something sharp, for those who self harm that way.



You can heal... it might just take a little longer than you thought.

 

[Eishiba]

I don't really know why I feel so strongly lead to this specific area on this site. However, I have overcome this terrible habit. First, think of what you use to harm yourself. Then get rid of it. If its a knife, ask someone to take it from you because its hard to have the strength not to dig it back out. If its a kitchen knife, don't dig it out. Try a hobby. When I struggled with depression it was hard for me to even remember what I enjoyed doing. So try making a list of things you enjoy doing. Then go to your list and one by one, just start doing them. Sewing, a musical instrument, exercise, a new recipe, read, or anything you physically enjoy. The idea is to get your mind from what is tempting it, to what it enjoys. Hope this helps somebody.

 

[LoyalToGod]

thank you to the OP for posting this list. I appreciate it

 

[graciesings]

Two of my tricks:

I often find that taking an ice-cold shower shocks me enough to replace the cutting sensation.

Also, eating somewhat-spicy foods that make my mouth burn can take care of my longing for pain. Just make sure nothing you eat is dangerously spicy... try the hot salsa you can eat but still enjoy.

 

[graciesings]

A new one: Eating a lemon straight. It's bad for tooth enamel, so I don't recommend doing it too often, but the bitter fruit helps me "hurt" without physically harming myself

 

[aflower4God]

This is awesome! Thank you for posting this! ((((((((((((BIG HUGS))))))))))))

 

[Krissy Cakes]

Thank you for this list.

 

[graciesings]

Chewing gum sometimes helps.