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Cutting Your Way Out
http://hopeforsi.blogspot.com/
This blog is dedicated to writing honestly about the issue of self-injury. As a self-injurer myself, I focus on highlighting the struggles of self-injurers and the hope for a way out.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 105 )
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Let's Chat
Sorry for the late post. I've been fighting with myself over what to post for y'all here. See, I want to be strong for all of you, but I can only do that by... Read more
Posted on 24 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Coping
Let's be honest. For those of us attempting to recover from various forms of self-injury (eating disorders included), some days aren't about getting better,... Read more
Posted on 22 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Not Your Fault
I wrote yesterday that one of my Tumblr followers committed suicide. My first thoughts were, "What could I have done differently?" "What if I had said X?"... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
The Impact of Strangers
I wish I came to you in a better mood and with better news today. Last night, two of my Tumblr followers attempted suicide. One did not succeed but plans to... Read more
Posted on 20 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
My Treatment Journey
Today, I'm struggling to adjust to a new medication dosage, and as a result of feeling sick, I had planned not to post tonight. However, it occurred to me that... Read more
Posted on 19 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Unending Love
This entry was inspired by an incredible message at church this morning. As always, you need not be Christian to read, comment, or take something from this blog... Read more
Posted on 17 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
More on Music
Hey, y'all! We have company tonight, so I'll keep this one brief. I just want to remind you how important music can be to recovery (it's certainly been essentia... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Identity
When I started this blog, I never dreamed of the ways in which it would be used. I never dreamed I'd have an international audience, including viewers from the... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
The Good Life
After seeing many many people struggling with depression post about wishing their lives were more like so and so's, I feel the need to say this: There is no suc... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Think Happy Thoughts
As I've mentioned before, I have a tumblr account in addition to this blog. It is not only another place for me to encounter and hopefully help others who... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
You're Not Alone
I can't lie to you all. Today has been an extremely tough day. One of those "feeling extremely triggered for no particular reason" kind of days. What got me... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Lessons Learned
How many of you who struggle with self-injury (including eating disorders) have been told that you're just "attention seeking?" That you're not really "sick,"... Read more
Posted on 10 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
"Coming Out" as a Self Injurer
Today, I confessed my depression and self-injury to my parents because I wanted to be able to be open about them in this and other outreach/ministry... Read more
Posted on 09 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
How to Save a Life
First, let me just say that I do not have the definitive answer to how to save a life. Frankly, actually saving lives is up to God, not me. Rather, I'm talking... Read more
Posted on 07 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Two Lives
Recently, I've been feeling more and more like I'm living two separate lives. In one life, I am highly successful. I am good at what I do. I enjoy what I do. I'... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Resting
I decided to take this past weekend off from all of my normal work. This meant I would have free time to do things I enjoyed or even just do nothing. Those of... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Sin Lucha, No Hay Victoria (Without Struggle, There is No Victory)
Hi, all! I hope you had a great time celebrating Self-Harm Awareness Day. One of my dear tumblr followers wore orange to celebrate. I wore my TWLOHA shirt.... Read more
Posted on 02 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Self-Harm Awareness Day
Apparently tomorrow (March 1st) is self-harm awareness day, and it's also national eating disorder awareness week, which is also a form of self-harm. Are you... Read more
Posted on 01 March 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
The Lies We Believe
First, a teensy bit of housekeeping. I hear some of you have submitted comments, but they have not actually come through to me. Read more
Posted on 28 February 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION -
Challenge Time!
My life revolves around music. There is always a song in my head, even when music isn't playing. My tastes are extremely varied, from country to rap to... Read more
Posted on 27 February 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SELF EXPRESSION