After (sorry for posting again)

[xStarBright]

• 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.

[sixtyfoothigh]

Just wanted you to know I was reading.

What music helps most - could you make a compilation cd of all the songs that work best?

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