Everyone has limits. As a self-injurer, it seemed like I was always testing mine. If something hurt, I messed with it until it hurt to a point where I just couldn't stand it anymore. Before I knew it, I'd created a new and higher level of pain tolerance ( Read more... )

I am preparing to give a speech to a group of mental health professionals and educators in the next couple of weeks. I have been asked if I will allow for questions and I agreed. It seems that I am a bit of a curiosity these days. By being willing to stand up and speak about my self-injury, I am allowing others who are interested in preventing/ ( Read more... )