{"id":6601,"date":"2024-10-05T20:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-05T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/?p=6601"},"modified":"2024-10-05T16:24:21","modified_gmt":"2024-10-05T08:24:21","slug":"self-harm-the-silent-struggles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/","title":{"rendered":"Self Harm: The Silent Struggles"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/IMG-20231007-WA0031-1-e1696738767973-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4280\" style=\"width:57px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><p>Written By:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/about-us\/our-team-in-kota-damansara\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shaundtrya Ganasan, Licensed Counselor (KB11097)<\/a><\/p><blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Disclaimer &amp; Trigger Warning: <em><strong><em>This article discusses and ventures into topics related to self-harm, which can be triggering for some readers. Please proceed with caution and reach out to a trusted one or a mental health professional if you are struggling. The content below is intended for educational purposes only and does not encourage or promote self-harm in any way. If you or someone you know is engaging in self-harming, please channel the right assistance from a certified mental health professional.<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote><blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Ever felt overwhelmed or exhausted to the extent of giving up?<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>At that moment, ever thought of harming yourself?<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Ever gave in to those temptations?<\/em><em><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Understanding_the_Cycle_Breaking_Free\" title=\"Understanding the Cycle &amp; Breaking Free\">Understanding the Cycle &amp; Breaking Free<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#What_is_Self-Harming_%E2%80%93_The_Pain_Within\" title=\"What is Self-Harming? &#8211; The Pain Within\">What is Self-Harming? &#8211; The Pain Within<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#The_Often_Unacknowledged_Forms_of_Self-Harm\" title=\"The Often Unacknowledged Forms of Self-Harm\">The Often Unacknowledged Forms of Self-Harm<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Not_Eating_or_Food_Restriction\" title=\"Not Eating or Food Restriction\">Not Eating or Food Restriction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Over-Exercising\" title=\"Over-Exercising\">Over-Exercising<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Risky_Behaviors\" title=\"Risky Behaviors\">Risky Behaviors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Emotional_Self-Harm\" title=\"Emotional Self-Harm\">Emotional Self-Harm<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Why_Do_People_Self-Harm\" title=\"Why Do People Self-Harm?\">Why Do People Self-Harm?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Emotional_Regulation\" title=\"Emotional Regulation\">Emotional Regulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#A_Sense_of_Control\" title=\"A Sense of Control\">A Sense of Control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Numbness_or_Dissociation\" title=\"Numbness or Dissociation\">Numbness or Dissociation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Punishment_or_Self-Criticism\" title=\"Punishment or Self-Criticism\">Punishment or Self-Criticism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Communication\" title=\"Communication\">Communication<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#The_Cycle_of_Self-Harm\" title=\"The Cycle of Self-Harm\">The Cycle of Self-Harm<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Emotional_Trigger\" title=\"Emotional Trigger\">Emotional Trigger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Build-Up_of_Tension\" title=\"Build-Up of Tension\">Build-Up of Tension<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#The_Act_of_Self-Harm\" title=\"The Act of Self-Harm\">The Act of Self-Harm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Short-Term_Relief\" title=\"Short-Term Relief\">Short-Term Relief<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Shame_Guilt\" title=\"Shame &amp; Guilt\">Shame &amp; Guilt<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Managing_Self-Harm_Urges\" title=\"Managing Self-Harm Urges\">Managing Self-Harm Urges<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Recognize_Your_Triggers\" title=\"Recognize Your Triggers\">Recognize Your Triggers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Create_Self-Soothing_Kit\" title=\"Create Self-Soothing Kit\">Create Self-Soothing Kit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Develop_Healthier_Copings\" title=\"Develop Healthier Copings\">Develop Healthier Copings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Delay_the_Urge\" title=\"Delay the Urge\">Delay the Urge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Seek_Professional_Assistance\" title=\"Seek Professional Assistance\">Seek Professional Assistance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/self-harm-the-silent-struggles\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Cycle_Breaking_Free\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Understanding the Cycle &amp; Breaking Free<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-self-harming-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6612 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-self-harming-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-self-harming-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-self-harming-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-self-harming-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1-self-harming-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Self-harm is a deep and hidden struggle that affects many from every walk of life. For many, it became a way of coping with overwhelming emotions, a physical channel for mental and emotional exhaustion, or a means to regain control over seemingly uncontrollable life aspects. While it may provide you with temporary relief, it is damaging and suppresses your real emotions without acknowledging the root causes of the emotional distress you\u2019re experiencing. <\/p><\/div><\/div><p>Thus, this article aims to shed some light on why some engage in self-harming, manage their urges, and effective tips to break free from this unhealthy loop.<\/p><blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Reminder: If you or your loved ones are struggling with self-harming or mental health issues, please don&#8217;t hesitate to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=60127229211\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reach out<\/a>&nbsp;to us at Soul Mechanics KD or Soul Mechanics Ipoh. Remember, seeking help is not a sign of weakness but strength!<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Self-Harming_%E2%80%93_The_Pain_Within\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">What is Self-Harming? &#8211; The Pain Within<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Self-harming refers to the intentional physical harm to oneself as a means to cope with stress, emotional pain, or trauma. It can take many forms, which include cutting, hitting, burning, scratching or other types of harming. For some, it serves a role of expressing feelings that you can\u2019t put into words, or to distract from emotional exhaustion by turning the focus on physical pain.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-what-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6614 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-what-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-what-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-what-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-what-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-what-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>It\u2019s essential to take note that self-harming is not a suicidal attempt, although the risk of accidental serious injury or suicidal thoughts can escalate over time. For those who self-harm, the act may feel like the only known or possible way to deal with their intense emotions. However, it\u2019s a very unhealthy, dangerous and risky coping mechanism that can perpetuate a loop of shame, guilt, and further harm.<\/p><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Often_Unacknowledged_Forms_of_Self-Harm\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Often Unacknowledged Forms of Self-Harm<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><p>While cutting is the more recognized form of self-harm, other harmful behaviours can often go unnoticed. These forms of self-harm can be just as damaging as the known ones and often harder to identify.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Not_Eating_or_Food_Restriction\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Not Eating or Food Restriction<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-04-at-7.18.53-PM-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6615 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-04-at-7.18.53-PM-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-04-at-7.18.53-PM-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-04-at-7.18.53-PM-640x640.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-04-at-7.18.53-PM-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-04-at-7.18.53-PM-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">As seen in eating disorders like anorexia, food restriction can be a form of self-harming. The denial of nourishment is often rooted from deep emotional pain, the need to regain life control or due to self-loathing. Not eating is often used as a punishment or a means to suppress emotional distress, although it\u2019s rarely addressed as self-harming in traditional terms.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Over-Exercising\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Over-Exercising<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>Exercise is often viewed as a positive release channel for stress, but if it is taken to extremes, it can turn into a form of self-harm. Over-exercising is also used to push or punish the body to the extent of physical pain as an attempt to escape emotional pain.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risky_Behaviors\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Risky Behaviors<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>Engaging oneself in reckless or dangerous activities such as reckless driving, substance abuse, or engaging in unsafe sexual practices can also be a covert form of self-harming. These behaviours although may not involve direct physical injury are some of the harmful approaches to coping with internal emotional distress.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Emotional_Self-Harm\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Emotional Self-Harm<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Some also engage in emotional self-sabotage, whereby they frequently put themselves in situations that will emotionally hurt them. This involves toxic relationships or re-experiencing trauma. This form of harm, though it is not physical injury, is still destructive and keeps one in the loop of pain.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-unackowledged-form-emotional-self-harm-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6616 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-unackowledged-form-emotional-self-harm-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-unackowledged-form-emotional-self-harm-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-unackowledged-form-emotional-self-harm-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-unackowledged-form-emotional-self-harm-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-unackowledged-form-emotional-self-harm-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Recognizing these less obvious and addressed forms of self-harm is crucial as it allows for a deeper understanding of how unconsciously we tend to cope with emotional distress in unrecognized harmful ways. This recognition allows us to gradually break the unhealthy cycle of coping.<\/p><p><strong>Reminder: If you or your loved ones are struggling with self-harming or mental health issues, please don&#8217;t hesitate to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=60127229211\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reach out<\/a>&nbsp;to us at Soul Mechanics KD or Soul Mechanics Ipoh. Remember, seeking help is not a sign of weakness but strength!<\/strong><\/p><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_People_Self-Harm\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Why Do People Self-Harm?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><p>People often harm themselves for various reasons, which is often a response to tough emotions or situations they\u2019re experiencing. Below are some underlying factors:<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Emotional_Regulation\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Emotional Regulation<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:44% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-why-emotional-regulation-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6619 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-why-emotional-regulation-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-why-emotional-regulation-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-why-emotional-regulation-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-why-emotional-regulation-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-why-emotional-regulation-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Sometimes we struggle to process our emotions like pain, anger, sadness or guilt and turn to self-harming as a way to release all those accumulated and suppressed emotions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Sense_of_Control\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>A Sense of Control<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>For some of us, life can be overwhelming and chaotic, whereby self-harm can feel like exerting control over our body when other aspects of our life seem to be uncontrollable or directionless.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Numbness_or_Dissociation\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Numbness or Dissociation<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>When we feel emotionally numb or disconnected from ourselves, self-harming can be a way to \u201cfeel something\u201d at least through physical means and ground ourselves by releasing some pent-up emotions.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Punishment_or_Self-Criticism\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Punishment or Self-Criticism<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">When we are dealing with deep-rooted feelings of shame, guilt or self-loathing, it can make us turn to self-harm as a form of punishment or as a way to further reinforce negative beliefs about ourselves.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-why-punishment-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6620 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-why-punishment-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-why-punishment-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-why-punishment-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-why-punishment-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-why-punishment-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Communication\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Communication<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>For some of us, self-harming can be a non-verbal means of expressing emotional pain to others, especially for those of us who struggle to articulate our feelings to others or even to ourselves.<\/p><p>Self-harming often provides one with temporary relief, but in reality, it actually further deepens your emotional wounds and reinforces your unhealthy patterns of behaviour.<\/p><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Cycle_of_Self-Harm\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Cycle of Self-Harm<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><p>Self-harming often follows a repetitive loop that can be tough to break free from. This loop typically involves:<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Emotional_Trigger\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Emotional Trigger<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>When an emotionally distressing or overwhelming event happens, such as conflict, breakup, or a sudden surge in feelings of inadequacy, it often serves as a trigger.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build-Up_of_Tension\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Build-Up of Tension<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>Intense emotions like anxiety, anger or sadness will start to build up, leading you to feel a sense of internal pressure that can be unbearable.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-cycle-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6621 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-cycle-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-cycle-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-cycle-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-cycle-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-cycle-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-small-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Act_of_Self-Harm\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>The Act of Self-Harm<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Then one may engage in self-harm as it provides a temporary release of this emotional pressure. For a moment, it gives us a sense of relief and control.<\/p>\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-small-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Short-Term_Relief\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Short-Term Relief<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">After self-harming, one may experience a short period of calmness as the physical pain distracts one from the internal emotional turmoil temporarily.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shame_Guilt\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Shame &amp; Guilt<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>As the relief sensation begins to fade, the feelings of guilt, shame or regret will start to take over, reinforcing negative self-perceptions which can further increase your emotional pain. This can lead back to experiencing the emotional trigger stage and restarting the loop again.<\/p><p>Breaking free from this loop can be tough, but it is definitely possible with the right support and healthier coping.<\/p><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Managing_Self-Harm_Urges\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Managing Self-Harm Urges<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><p>If you or someone you know is struggling with self-harming patterns, managing these urges can be a silent battle. However, here are some strategies that can help one to decrease the intensity and frequency of self-harming behaviours:<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognize_Your_Triggers\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Recognize Your Triggers<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>Identifying and understanding what triggers usually urge your self-harming behaviours is essential to manage it. These triggers can be emotional, which include feeling a sense of being overwhelmed, rejected or situational, like going through workplace or relationship conflicts. Keeping a journal to process and track when and why you feel the urge to harm yourself can help you address these patterns and gain deeper insights into yourself.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_Self-Soothing_Kit\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Create Self-Soothing Kit<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">You can create a self-soothing kit with items or activities that can provide you with comfort when self-harm urge arises. This includes sensory items like soft blankets, comforting scents, soothing playlists, bubbles, books and so on. This toolkit can significantly navigate you through the urge to harm yourself by giving you some comfort.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-self-soothing-toolkit-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Self Harm\" class=\"wp-image-6625 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-self-soothing-toolkit-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-self-soothing-toolkit-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-self-soothing-toolkit-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-self-soothing-toolkit-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8-self-soothing-toolkit-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Develop_Healthier_Copings\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Develop Healthier Copings<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>Exploring alternatives to cope with your emotional pain is crucial to break your self-harming loop. Here are some of the strategies:<\/p><p><strong>Physical Grounding Techniques<\/strong>: Holding ice cubes, squeezing a stress ball, or taking cold showers can help you ground your body without causing physical harm.<\/p><p><strong>Creative Expression<\/strong>: Channeling intense emotions into creative outlets like writing, painting, drawing, or music can provide a non-destructive approach to processing your emotions.<\/p><p><strong>Physical Activity<\/strong>: Exercising can also be an effective channel to release your pent-up emotions and tension. This includes yoga, jogging, or dancing, which help you manage your emotions healthily.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Delay_the_Urge\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Delay the Urge<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>When the urge to harm yourself arises, try to delay the act by 10 to 15 minutes at least. During this moment, try engaging yourself in different activities like walking, calling a trusted loved one, gaming or practising deep breathing. Often, the intensity of the urge will reduce over time, which allows you to prevent yourself from self-harming.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seek_Professional_Assistance\"><\/span><strong><em><strong><em>Seek Professional Assistance<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><strong><em><strong><em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-seek-professional-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Self-harm\" class=\"wp-image-6626 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-seek-professional-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-seek-professional-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-seek-professional-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-seek-professional-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/9-seek-professional-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Although self-management strategies are effective, seeking a professional mental health therapist&#8217;s assistance is crucial for long-term healing. A trained therapist can help you explore and uncover the underlying emotions or pains contributing to these self-harming patterns and navigate you to build personalized healthier coping.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size\">In short, self-harming is a deep and tough behavioural pattern that often serves as a coping mechanism for many for the deeper emotional pain that they try to suppress or run away from. Although this loop seems to be tough to break free from, there are other healthier approaches to manage the urges and move towards healing. Seeking professional assistance is strongly suggested to recognize and understand the triggers and learn to break free from this strongly gripping pattern; fostering a more empowered and fulfilling journey ahead.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/12-Conclusion-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Self harm\" class=\"wp-image-6631 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/12-Conclusion-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/12-Conclusion-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/12-Conclusion-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/12-Conclusion-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/12-Conclusion-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>If you\u2019re looking for a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/about-us\/our-team-in-kota-damansara\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">therapist&nbsp;<\/a>in Kota Damansara or Ipoh area, you can click&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.link\/og2wl3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>&nbsp;for more information.<\/p><p>If you enjoyed reading this, why not broaden the horizon of knowledge by learning about &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/learning-to-trust-yourself-after-trauma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learning to Trust Yourself After Trauma<\/a>&#8220;? 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