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Message of Hope to Caring Loved Ones - Page 3

© April Scheiner, Author and Researcher

For instance, when my father discovered that I was cutting myself, he told me that I needed help. He made a point of letting me know that he did not blame me for hurting myself. Nevertheless, his tears told all. Without meaning to, I had turned his problem of accepting the self-infliction of pain toward myself and felt very ashamed that I had hurt him so. That is why I find it very important for a family member to approach someone like your loved one (or myself) with tact.

Earlier in my life, I refused to accept that I truly had a problem. Instead, I simply wanted to be left alone. Some hypochondriacs react in this way instead of seeking constant attention. My thinking at that time was "that after all, I am an adult; it is my injury, and nobody else's business." I felt that I could deal with my illness and stop harming myself, but I wasn't dealing with it. What was really going on was that I felt temporary relief inside when I was feeling extremely upset by slitting my thigh with a razor blade from time to time. Today, I do know that is not healthy thinking or reacting.

We hope that the information provided with this answer to your emails will be helpful. As we are aware that some issues still need to be addressed, it is our hope that you will visit RoseMeade's Wellness Nook again next month to learn more. I will also be sharing more of my own story with you in hopes that being vulnerable with you, makes it easier to relate.

To all of the concerned caring people who wish that someone that they know would get well, are hats are off to you for paying attention and wanting to be helpful. If you have questions that need immediate attention, don't forget, you can always email me, April Scheiner at rockinraven324@yahoo.com; or the usual email address of rosemeadesthorn@aol.com.

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Remember, while you spend your evenings in a rush to get home to shut down for the day, listen to some great music and smile at the people in the car beside you. They too want happiness and might even smile in return.

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