Almost 6 months clean

I was diagnosed with depression when I was nine years old and began to hurt myself around the same time, probably earlier. i officially began cutting in fifth grade. i was only ten, i was just a baby. since then ive never managed to be sober for more than a few weeks, maybe a month or two at best. now im coming up on six months without. i feel like for the first time in my life I’m going to be able to call myself a *former* self harmer and not a self harmer.

because of my mental health i dont really have friends and don’t talk to my family. it feels good to be able to share this with someone so im sorry if its a little dumb, im just very proud of myself. THank you

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Proud of you too

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Six months are amazing! Huge congrats!

Welcome to the community. Glad you are here and share your sucess. You sure can be very proud!

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Your post made me smile :slight_smile: I am SO proud of ur accomplishment. Having almost 6 months free from SH is a BIG deal!!

This milestone is certainly not “dumb”. Youve obviously worked very hard to get here. Im glad u feel safe in this space to let us know about ur milestone. Congratulations :partying_face:

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Well done buddy :raising_hands:t3::sunflower::heart_hands:t3: glad you are here :cherry_blossom:

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Welcome @jfk

From one former self harmer to another, let yourself feel that pride! You’re doing amazing, this isn’t an easy journey that you’re on.

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Glad you’re doing better! Reach out if you need support, anytime!

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Not dumb at all, this is a wonderful place for support and community. Proud of you too!!! Congrats on your almost 6 months!!

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