After (sorry for posting again)
Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2009 5:32 pm
- Did I identify what feelings were leading me to want to SI?
Yes, most definitley. - If Yes - What were they, and how did I figure them out?
I had... Well, it's hard to describe, but "obsessive thoughts". I really like someone in that way (hey, it's stupid, but I cant help it!), and obsessive thoughts of them were interfering with my productivity, and somewhat "sanity" so much. - What coping skills did I use to deal with these feelings?
I've listened to music. It didn't make it go away (hell, what will?), but it made me feel as if I had an "outlet" for the obsessive thoughts in a way that wasn't self injuring. - Were these coping skills the most effective I could have used?
Yes, probably. I didn't SI, so to me, they were effective. - If No - What coping skills got me through?
Look up.
- Why do I think they worked?
It braught me the same kind of relief SI would... Hard to explain. - How can I deal with these feelings more effectively next time, before the urge to SI sets in?
I know I will most likley feel the same way sometime soon. I am now, but I'm "dealing" well. I think my options here are to keep fending off urges and wait until it passes - I know it does pass, once my brain has had the oppertunity to obsess over said person.