Some interesting ideas and advice here, took me a while to read this thread =]
I used to cut and such when I was younger and I regret it greatly because my left arm is riddled in scars and people question me on it. I still feel the need to wear long sleeve tops because of this tiger stripped pattern down my arm. I also have a large scar across my chest as well.
But I don't do that anymore, I do think about it but I'm too happy, possibly too crazy to do it these days. If I get sad I just go outside and focus on all the small, great things in life that I usually miss.
But I understand people sometimes do what they do because it helps to stop a form of pain inside.
Just remember there are many things in this world to help. And if you are feeling really depressed, I know it sounds lame, but take E. E changed my life and I would recommend it to anyone with depression, painful memories etc.
Take care and focus on that gold in your heart, it is a beautiful thing
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