#alternativestoselfharm

[alternativestoselfharm]

I don't add things to this blog very often, and mostly have it up in case the archive of posts helps anyone at all. However, with everything going on, I know that any black followers of this blog are likely struggling more than usual with mental health.

Here are some (I think, I tried to do some research, but I'm not perfect) black run self care blogs, and resources for mental health:

black-selfcare - resources and tips to take a moment for yourself.

blackgirlmentalhealth - "a "Dropbox" of sorts for all information regarding the black identity and mental health" (quoted from the about page).

44 Mental health resources for black people trying to survive in this country (America)

8 mental health resources for black folks

Please take care of yourselves right now. If there's any additional resources you'd like me to add to this list, let me know and I'll try to do so.

Also, let me know if the links don't work. I'm currently mid-uni work, and typing URLs manually on my phone.

[a-silent-scream-inside-and-out]

Self-injury Awareness Day (SIAD) (also known as Self-Harm Awareness Day) is a grassroots annual global awareness event/campaign on March 1, where on this day, and in the weeks leading up to it and after, some people choose to be more open about their own self-harm, and awareness organizations make special efforts to raise awareness about self-harm and self-injury. Some people wear an orange awareness ribbon, write "LOVE" on their arms, draw a butterfly on their wrists in awareness of "the Butterfly Project" wristband or beaded bracelet to encourage awareness of self-harm. The goal of the people who observe SIAD is to break down the common stereotypes surrounding self-harm and to educate medical professionals about the condition. #siad #selfinjuryawarenessday #yourenotalone #hereforyou #alternativestoselfharm #keepfighting #youareSTRONG youareLOVED #dontgiveup #staystrong https://www.instagram.com/p/BueoRaIAreCyvpt4TKcrkN7QPzuqrFZrl4NA600/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=3ovb1fne6475

[theinneryou]

Self-injury Awareness Day (SIAD) (also known as Self-Harm Awareness Day) is a grassroots annual global awareness event/campaign on March 1, where on this day, and in the weeks leading up to it and after, some people choose to be more open about their own self-harm, and awareness organizations make special efforts to raise awareness about self-harm and self-injury. Some people wear an orange awareness ribbon, write "LOVE" on their arms, draw a butterfly on their wrists in awareness of "the Butterfly Project" wristband or beaded bracelet to encourage awareness of self-harm. The goal of the people who observe SIAD is to break down the common stereotypes surrounding self-harm and to educate medical professionals about the condition. #siad #selfinjuryawarenessday #yourenotalone #hereforyou #alternativestoselfharm #keepfighting #youareSTRONG youareLOVED #dontgiveup #staystrong https://www.instagram.com/p/BueoG6hgTtA/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4k8fdks4uj1k

[alternativestoselfharm]

Today is day three of being clean. I'm so darn antsy. But IVE ALMOST MADE IT THREE DAYS

Well done anon! This was sent in ages ago, but I hope you’re still going well! 

[alternativestoselfharm]

so I'm glad I found your blog when the link to that website was at the top bc I've been struggling with depression and I've self harmed before but I've gotten to the point where I don't cut anymore and for the past maybe month and a half I've been better with my depression, like I haven't been crying like usual and I've been eating regularly and I've been feeling better but I'm starting to feel sad again and idk I'm just really glad I stumbled here. thanks.❤️ -GLP

I'm really glad you're feeling better than you were darling, that's fantastic. It's perfectly natural to feel sad every now and again, especially if you're in the process of recovering from mental health issues. 

Don't forget that any kind of sadness is a reason for self care! A cup of tea, or a run, or a movie, whatever makes you feel happy and relaxed is the way to go. Stay safe, and I hope you're feeling better soon!