Daily Thoughts: Self-HarmDaily Thoughts: Self-Harm
SoberThoughts, AddictionTalks
Ashley Strick shares her personal journey with self-harm, exploring triggers, coping mechanisms, and ways to break the cycle on 'SoberThoughts'.
48:25•31 May 2021
Healing from Within: Ashley Strick's Journey with Self-Harm on SoberThoughts
“We never truly stop harming ourselves, we just replace it with one thing after another, after another, after another, and now I still peel the skin off my fingers, I still bite my nails. Um, I get the urge to do it and I just tell myself it's going to do no good for me, kind of like how I talk about my drug usage, because when I get the cra, it's like a craving when you harm yourself. So I need to keep trying my hardest to keep digging myself up like out of my my hole, if I bring myself down into it again.”
Have you ever wondered why some people turn to self-harm as a way to cope with life's challenges? In this eye-opening episode of 'SoberThoughts, AddictionTalks', Ashley Strick, also known as TheAddictMom, takes listeners through her personal experience with self-harm. She candidly shares the various methods she used and the reasons behind her actions, offering a raw and honest look at this often misunderstood issue.
Ashley explores the triggers that led her down this path, such as stress, anxiety, and depression, and discusses the different coping mechanisms people might use to manage their pain. She emphasizes that seeking help is crucial and that no one should feel ashamed or alone in their struggles. Throughout the episode, Ashley provides valuable information on treatment options like therapy, medication, and support groups.
She also shares her own strategies for breaking the cycle of self-harm, including walking away from triggers and finding healthier outlets for her emotions. This episode is a compassionate and non-judgmental space for anyone grappling with self-harm, offering hope and practical advice for a brighter future.
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