Why are you cutting? You didn't specify. But, of course there is an underlying unhappiness which you are not coping and dealing with very well. You need to look for ways to combat whatever is making you unhappy and bringing you down. There's no sure fire way to do that, but there are many options available for you to get some help.

Are you able to see a counsellor? Try booking an appointment with a doctor and get referred for some psychological help, if needs be. I would recommend it, as you would be able to talk to a trained professional, who can advise you and give you tips on how to deal with issues that arise and the confidence to be happy.

You could also try relying on friends, family or teachers for support. Just talking to someone can make a great deal of difference.

Get rid of the blades and cutting instruments, so you can remove temptation and stay strong. Look for other methods to get a release. I would recommend exercising. You'll reap the health benefits and also release endorphins (feel good hormones) in to the blood stream. This will help you feel a lot more relaxed and at ease.

I'll include some links for you to get some more help:

Self Injury & Getting Help
Thinking of cutting?
153 things to do instead of self harming
Teen Depression & Emotional Imbalance FAQ

Good luck.

Posted at 4:25 pm on Oct. 12, 2008

If this goes deeper than just habit, you need to look past the problem, to find a solution.  Perhaps talking to a trusted family member or friend.  There is no shame is asking for help.  If you do not feel comfortable talking to someone in person, don't be shy, call one of the self-harm help lines.

Posted at 9:21 am on Oct. 12, 2008

By the sound of it, it seems as though you've adapted to cutting as a way to deal with your problems.  Its that one thing that lets you feel better.  And it doesn't have to be big cuts or alot of cutting, just enough to get by.  So I ask myself: Whats the problem then?  And I think I may know the issues.

It appears as though, as of now, the little bit of cutting just isn't doing what it used to do.  As with some other things, you grow adapted to it and it takes more of this to get the same affect as before.  Sound about right?

If it indicates one thing about cutting, to me, it says that cutting just isn't the solution that anyone needs.  It doesn't help in the long run.  Because you'll need more and more.  And when you get older and you get out of this stage, you'll have those scars to remind you.  So lets try to not have those scars.  They may not be scars now but if you don't get a grip on this, you will have to cut more because you want that feeling.  And you run the risk of cutting too deep and going too far.  So cutting just isn't worth the temporary satisfaction.  If it was going to help you deal with your problems, then why hasn't it already?

So I'm not here to tell you what you need to do or should do.  But give you some options.  The first is to deal with the underlining problems that are causing you to cut.  What are they? Are they big?  Do you need help with them?  How about talking to a friend about it? How about talking to a family member about it?  Does that seem like something you could do?  I know it may seem daunting and they wont understand you but they love you and care about you.  If they know what is going on, they can help you.  And you don't have to mention the cutting just yet.  Just the problems first.  Everyone has problems but its how we deal with them that really matters.

The second thing is the cutting.  There are plenty of other solutions to handle the pain of problems other than cutting.  And you might need more of it over time.  But these things wont harm your body.  What are they?  Running.  Swimming.  Other physical activities.  But you could also hang out with friends more.  Are you going to use a cutting edge in front of your friends?  I really don't think so.  And also your mind will be occupied.  But as mentioned before, know that cutting is not going to make your problems go away.  You could also consider getting help with this.  I know this will be hard because when someone finds out, you think they're going to judge you.  But not all will.  Tell someone that you really trust.  And maybe, just maybe, will these options you can cut the habit.

Best wishes and you can contact me anytime.

~jamesish~

Posted at 5:38 am on Oct. 12, 2008

 Why do you want to cut? I know you probably heard of that before, but why do you want to cut? You know it's bad, that's why you are seeking help now, and think about it...why, what makes you feel like cutting?
 It brings all the problems away? How so? After you cut, it just comes back. The more you cut, the more the problems never go away because you are spending time stuck in a room harming yourself instead of trying to do something about your life outside the room. Do not fear. There are always people to help you. You won't be alone, there will be people by your side to support you behind your back. They will help you get through your worst times. So open up to them and talk about your problems instead of having the pain growing in you and you try to let it flow out together with your blood.

 You need to know that cutting yourself brings pain away very briefly while on the other hand the damage is always there.
 As you know, cutting a little doesn't really help ease the pain. So how does cutting more solve your problems?
 If you need help, tell me. I will be here everyday and you can share your problems with me. Don't keep it all to yourself. Don't be stuck in a room alone doing something you know is wrong.
 
 To stop cutting you need to focus on what makes you happy instead of what eases the hurt and pain. Talk more with other people. They won't think you are a nerd, a freak. Smile. No one will glare at you, they will smile back. Be a fighter. You know that whatever the problems you are facing won't bring you down. They won't be there forever and you are going to overcome them. Then you are going to continue with your life as if they never happened.

 Why cut when all you get is more depressed? Throw your penknife(or whatever you use to cut) away. Throw it away now. And get out of your room and tell your mom Hi. Smile big and ask if she needs any help. Watch a comedy. See how the people are so happy? You are going to be like them. Alright? You will be like them.

 Keep the smile there and need any help or just someone to listen to you, I will be here.

Posted at 3:44 am on Oct. 12, 2008