Is it normal to cut myself?

i first heard about it from a friend. she did it and i saw it at school. i knew about it, i wanted to do it, i just didnt know how, how to hide it, how to not show it. but now, ive been "cutting" for about a year. sometimes alot, sometimes few, but almost every night i taste the blade against my skin. a few people have found out, and they dont care. so if it doesnt matter, then why cant i without being socially accepted? ill pretend to be happy at school just to avoid the questions, but at home im extremly hopeless, even sometimes with my great girlfriend.

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  • chicken471bologna

    EMO

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  • YumInsanity

    cut your dick, cut your dick and tell me what happens

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  • tg97

    i've had my personal experiences with depression and self mutilation, but no it's not normal, there's probably a reason why ur doing it, and u should talk to somebody about it, it could totally get worse

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  • vanessadawson

    Everyone knows that's not normal.

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  • jean

    Listen to Nirvanas Polly and you'll have strange feeling while doing it I did it when I was 12.

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  • HellAndHighWater

    I know what the problem is.
    You think cutting is cool. You heard that your friends did it, and you wanted to "fit in". You think it makes you all dark and badass.

    You're not.
    Cutting isn't a trend that should be followed.
    I used to be like that. Then I realized how fucking retarded it was.

    You don't have problems, you just WANT to.

    I have no sympathy for you.

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  • Qwdjn

    Well, it depends on why you cut. Is it a form of self punishment, because you're really depressed/want to do, or simply because you enjoy the feeling?
    If the answer is either of the first two, see a therapist and work out your problems. It's not healthy.
    But if you cut because that feels good to you, then I don't see why it would matter so much. People just stupidly have negative reactions to stuff.
    I personally cut for many years for a combination of reasons. Here's how to hide it: wear long sleeves (or some type of clothing that hides where you cut), don't touch the cut area when around people, don't look at it, act casual/not worried about anything, and you'll be fine. Nobody will ask questions. But in case someone does, have an excuse ready.

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    • Kitty:)

      But what if u can't wear long clothing cus it's summer

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  • csciabarasi

    I do almost the same thing.
    So if you're wondering if others do that too, then yes.
    If you're asking why, I'm not quite sure.
    It just seems as though cutting makes me feel better and takes all my worries away.
    I think the world is stuck up and stupid for stereotyping people who cut themselves and look down on people like that. I think they can go screw themselves.
    Do what you want, do what makes you feel better.

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  • BalloonShotsYellow

    I've cutted myself before and I did it because I was depressed. I personally believe that no one should do it just for attention or because everyone else does it. It isn't cool it's a serious matter. I no longer cut myself I've been free from the knives/safety pins/razors for 8 months now and I do NOT plan on going back to it either. Some peoples cases are worse than others it just depends on there life. (behind the fake smiles) I know it's hard and your probably going through a tough time but cutting leaves nasty scars and could be there forever depending how deep you cut. What if you accidently slit your wrists and got a vein? Dying isn't worth it, everyone deserves happiness! If you ever need anything you can message me.

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  • amili

    Seriously....stop moping around and involve yourself in positive activities and environments. What a bunch of bull to think it is acceptable to take a blade and slice your skin like some piece of salami. Grow up.

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  • You are an emo!!!

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  • vera046

    Boohoo. I hate people like you. I agree with the above comment, no sympathy at all for people like you. And actually is every comment on this IIN more attention than you deserve.

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