Posted by Dinah on February 15, 2004, at 14:04:41
In reply to Re: Theory on SI *triggering*, posted by deirdrehbrt on February 15, 2004, at 13:25:10
I suspect that might be an element of it for me too. When I know that my therapist is available (and I feel I can tell him anything), or maybe a friend who I don't mind talking to is available, I don't self injure.
But when I think that speaking my pain will bring repercussions on me, or not be helpful, I cut it instead. And you're right. Then I've dealt with the pain myself and it's no one else's concern.
Except that, being married, unless I find a reason to hide for a while, it does cause me negative repercussions. And I feel guilty around my therapist unless I tell him.
But at the *moment* those things aren't as important to me as easing the pain.
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