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Well done. You know I always feel encouraged when I read posts like this. I'm sorry to hear you're going through a rough time, but good job on your use of coping skills.

I'm upset and hurt that you didn't talk to me about wanting me to quit.

I feel hopeful about the future *yay* I feel anxious about going to therapy. I feel anxious about a presentation I have to make, but also a little excited.

Name: silver smurf Are you currently trying to stop or reduce SI: Yes, I'm trying to stop. If so what is your motivation: My future job. I want to teach, and I don't want to wear bandages all the time or try to explain them to my students. Favorite coping skills: distraction - word puzzles, walking...

Thanks for your reply.

After:

Questions to Answer After A Slip
slips are chances to learn. you figure out what stresses are still too hard for you and you can work on how you'll deal with them next time you run into them. so instead of beating yourself up, take action.

Welcome to BUS
I tried lexapro for a little while and it made me really tired during the day. It was so bad that I actually felt worse while taking it. But I know different meds for different people, right? I hope it works for you.

That's very interesting

Thanks for your comments. I found them encouraging.

Questions to Answer After A Slip
slips are chances to learn. you figure out what stresses are still too hard for you and you can work on how you'll deal with them next time you run into them. so instead of beating yourself up, take action.

Humor certainly is a great coping mechanism. Now, if only I could get myself to use it more often.

My parents and family don't know, and I really don't want them to know. I know my mother wouldn't understand. I'm old enough that I am completely responsible for myself, and I don't think telling my parents would in any way be benificial.

I'm worried that I won't live up to everyone's expectations.

I'm worried that I won't live up to my own expectations.

You can count on my word. I'm trustworthy.

I hope that I can contribute something to the world.

Coloring
yoga
playing with my dog or taking her for a walk

Hi Tatty, thanks for your reply.

Questions to Answer After A Slip
slips are chances to learn. you figure out what stresses are still too hard for you and you can work on how you'll deal with them next time you run into them. so instead of beating yourself up, take action.