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People ask me questions when they see that i self harm like why are you doing this to yourself?.

A while ago i would have answered them but now i'm just like 'long story'.

I'm tired of trying to explain them why i do that because in the end they always think i'm only doing it for attention which i'm not so why try and explain?!

They just don't get that this is my way to distract myself from the pain i feel inside, the pain i am not able to control.

The pain i cause myself through self harm is the only pain i am able to control.

Hey there Cat97 it's nice to meet you.

It is hard trying to constantly explain your pain to people who don't have an open mind or a heart that really listens or " gets it "

People can be so blind and judgmental.

Still though I wish there was ways other than self harm that you could find.

Welcome to the forums. Nobody here will judge you or say dumb things like accusing you of doing it for attention.

We do understand you here. I'm glad you found this place and I hope you keep coming back as long as you need to.

love and hugs always