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Posted 3/3/2011 2:56 AM (GMT 0)
HELLO EVERYONE,
I need help SSSOOO BBBAAADDDLLLYYY PPPLLLEEEAAASSSEEE??????Now I've had my O.C.D ever since can remember, I've been picking my skin until it bleeds ever dice then as well, I am SSSOOO tired of doing it, SSSOOO sad that I've always done it 2 myself cry cry

So PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE someone anyone help PLEASE I just don't know what 2 do anymore I really really dont cry cry
Posted 3/3/2011 4:46 AM (GMT 0)
He SpinalChick and welcome! This is a coincidence, but if you haven't already check out toutserabon's post titled OCD, right below yours do. As you can see, you're not alone and there is help available!

Welcome, and post anytime. This is a great place for information, support and people who undertand and care. Glad that you joined us:)

Scaredy Cat
Posted 3/3/2011 1:48 PM (GMT 0)
Spinal Chick,

Hey there.  I am sorry you have this problem.  I think if you read the thread by toutserabon you may find some great advice that would help you also.

Here is the link:

https://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=9&m=2044214

Good Luck and keep talking with us.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 4/30/2011 3:48 PM (GMT 0)
I keep forgetting 2 tell all of Y'ALL that I started an O.C.D log, it is helping I'm writing every single time that I pick, it's helping smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin
Posted 4/30/2011 5:03 PM (GMT 0)
Good to hear from you.

Congratulations on working the CBT program.  The OCD log is a wonderful tool.  Keep up the great work.

Kindly,

Kitt

 

Posted 4/30/2011 5:08 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks, what's the cbt???
Posted 8/18/2011 1:41 AM (GMT 0)
Hey, thanks everyone Now stkitt what's CBT?????, I am so sorry 4 not writing until right now I've just been so busy sorry again 2 y'all

Post Edited By Moderator (stkitt) : 8/18/2011 3:33:13 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 8/18/2011 9:35 PM (GMT 0)
CBT = Cognitive-behavioral therapy is based on the idea that our thoughts
cause our feelings and behaviors, not external things, like people, situations, and events. The benefit of this fact is that we can change the way we think to feel / act better even if the situation does not change.

Here is the link to the online version:

http://moodgym.anu.edu.au/welcome

I wish you luck,

Kitt
Posted 3/23/2012 1:19 PM (GMT 0)
Hey everyone,
I'm back YYYAAA I've been sssssooooo busy I havent been able 2 come on here I'm sssssssooooo sorry but im back, 4 good this time 2 YYYAAA ok so the last time that i was on here i told y'all that i am on a pill that is helping right???? Well I am still on it, guess what??? It's still helping ALOT, I mean ALOT excecpt I am still finding myself with this same problem so continue everyone tell me what y'all do 2 continue helping me pppllleeeaaassseee????? Thank y'all sssssssooooo much
Posted 3/23/2012 3:09 PM (GMT 0)
Hi PC and welcome back!

I am really glad that you have been doing well.:) I know what you mean about being busy...don't worry about that, just check in and post when you can...and when you find it helpful for you.:)

I am happy to hear that your medication is doing its job, and helping you to feel better. The same problem that you refer to is I assume, is skin picking? It, like any other anxiety-fueled habit, is hard to overcome...it is a process...but you are winning the battle in that you are improving, and continuing to fight! Are you doing any therapy or self-help techniques to work along with the medication? It can be a powerful combo!

Keep up the good work, and post with us when you can.

S.C.
Posted 3/23/2012 4:53 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Chick,

Glad to read your medication is helping you.  I have this same habit too and if my hubby sees me he will tell me to stop it.  For me it is sort of a complusive habit and sometimes if I just tell myself "Stop It !"  that will help.  Also wearing long pants and shirts will help as I am not a nail picker.  shocked

I find when my hands are not busy that I will automatically pick at something - when I feel the urge I clench my  fists for a few seconds and release. Try repeating  this several times till the urge to pick fades away.

Take care and keep on feeling better.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 3/23/2012 5:28 PM (GMT 0)
Thank u both
Posted 3/23/2012 9:20 PM (GMT 0)
If you aren't already, I would recommend contacting a therapist who deals with this sort of thing. I, also, have had a picking problem for over a decade now. However, instead of picking my visible skin, I have an "obsession" with picking the dry skin off of my scalp and also plucking (which is kind of like picking) hair from my body.

If you're not ready to seek help, I would try to wear clothing that covers visible skin. Perhaps a pair of pants and a long-sleeved top. Also, you could wear gloves, which would prevent you from being able to dig into your skin. If you do this for long enough, the urge to pick may subside.

Good luck!

 

Posted 3/27/2012 3:19 AM (GMT 0)
Hey behind,
Yes I do have a therapt which I dont really need anymore unfortunately cause I absolutely LLLOOOVVVEEEDDDD her 2 death

And also I do wear long clothes 2 hide all my scares u, y'all know but I am finally getting more, more comfutable with my body 2 tell, show more, more people which I never ever did before u know????

And even though it's hard 4 us all 2 do I really think that everyone should be able 2 feel comfortable 2 do this as well at some point in there lifetimes y'all know?????

Because like it or not all these scares make-up who we all are in all reality y'all know???

So everytime we all look at our entire bodies, we all see all of those scares that we all made ourselves let's just add them all up 2 this is me this is who I am ok instead of just looking at them all, saying yyyuuuccckkk ok pppllleeeaaassseee???

Thank y'all ssssoooo much
Posted 5/3/2012 6:10 AM (GMT 0)
Ok..ok..ok now I know what I said like a month or so ago 2 Y'ALL about not being ashmand of my whole body but I am, I think I was always have been 2 be honest with Y'ALL sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad :sad

I am ashmand of the way I look of all of my scares of what I've always, continue 2 do 2 my body, of my belly, cause I'm ugly as, always have been also, always have been fat 2 sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad sad :sad sad sad
Posted 5/3/2012 2:25 PM (GMT 0)
Aww PC,

Unless one happens to be a super-model, we all have things that we dislike about our bodies (and I bet even the super-models do too!!)

The key is finding acceptance in it. Okay, you may not look exactly like you want to, or live up to the impossible standard of ideal beauty, but who does? I am willing to bet that you are beautiful, scars and imperfections and all...and are being to hard and judgmental towards yourself. (as we all tend to do.)

I am here to tell you that we all have battles with self-esteem. Everyone has something that they are not pleased with regarding their appearance. Personally, I would love better skin and hair, but I work with what I've got.:)

You are a kind, caring, enthusiastic, grateful and compassionate person (I can see all of these qualities just from reading your posts!) that will hopefully look into things beyond the mirror as I am sure the people you know do...that is where the fullfillment and self-worth is to be found.

It is my hope that you will see yourself as 'Awesome/Beautiful Chick' next time you see your reflection...because that is what others see in you!

Hugs,

S.C.
Posted 5/21/2012 10:35 PM (GMT 0)
ok...ok...ok I've just decided 2 start not picking or try 2 not pick ever ever ever again starting today smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin
Posted 5/22/2012 1:32 PM (GMT 0)
Hi PC:)

Best wishes on your new resolve! I hope that it goes really well for you, and that you find the strength and peace within to help you in modifying your behavior.

Do you have a plan for coping if the urge gets overwhelming for you? If you have your workbooks or notes from therapy, it might be a good idea to have those handy in case you need them.:)

Keep us updated as to how you are doing...we are here to support you!

S.C.
Posted 5/22/2012 1:55 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for supperting my through all of this everyone that's on here smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin smilewinkgrin

And no I don't have any plan's at all do Y'ALL have any sugestons for me if so I would really really really really really approcate them please please please please please confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused confused
Posted 5/22/2012 2:12 PM (GMT 0)
Well, like I said you could review your old therapy material, or any books you have on anxiety/OCD/picking for a refresher course. Sometimes there are things that have really help us, that we forget...or sometimes you come across something you might have missed before and it just 'clicks'

Here is a site that you may have already discovered, but if not...it has lots of informatiion and even an on-line therapy option of help with skin picking.


http://www.skinpick.com/

I hope this helps:)

S.C.

Posted 5/22/2012 7:19 PM (GMT 0)
PICKINGCHICK

Hey there - the minute I realize I am picking,  I picture a Big Red Stop sign and then slap my hand or pick up a book - anything to interupt the cycle.  If I feel a stong urge I will get out a big bandaid and place it on the site I want to pick at.  For me it is a case of I want to pick the ugly spot off and I know exactly what happens - it is still there when it heals up.

It is a true mind over matter thing -  lots of will power to stop the habit.

Kindly,

Kitt 

Posted 5/22/2012 7:35 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks everyone, keep em' going pppllleeeeaaaasssseeee cause their working so far YYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

I've only picked a lil. on my right hand on the top of it, none yesterday at all so I'm starting of ok I hope HAHAHAHA
Posted 5/22/2012 11:11 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Y'ALL I have a brilliant brilliant idea instead of keeping, makeing a jurnoral of all or picking y'all know why not just have this right here as are diary hhhhuuuuhhhhhh ::::::::::::::::::)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Posted 5/22/2012 11:21 PM (GMT 0)
Okay P.C.,

Since this thread is getting somewhat long though...and to include some more members to join in...I think that I will start a new thread for us to journal in...

I will title it Issues and Vices Journal.

Sound okay to you? Good idea:)

S.C.
Posted 5/22/2012 11:28 PM (GMT 0)
Ya, sorry ooopppsss HAHAHAHAHAHAHA, do any of u have facebook, Aol?????
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