I’m sorry you have so much pain that you sometimes want to hurt yourself, but I’m glad you found some work supporting others that helps you bear it. I find that supporting others sometimes gives me a little distance from my own pain and helps me understand it as less central to my sense of self. As much as it pains me to see others suffer, I also feel less alone when I know I’m not the only one who feels pain. If the pain gets too much to bear, I hope you also find that talking to someone helps. I’m sure you know you can always talk to someone at BC counseling (if you’re a BC student): bit.ly\/bc-counseling.<\/a> And I wish I could give you a hug, but I don’t have arms… that’s one of my own struggles. Always remember, just being you is enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you! ? I’ll tell my librarian assistants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" I know that hurting myself will likely get me sent to a psych inpatient again so better not do so if I want to continue working there haha. I guess it’s nice offering support to others. I greatly appreciate how much it also helps me. Although sometimes I feel like I need a break from … <\/p>\nThat is a very insightful and well-written answer! When you get a chance, plz say thank you to whoever the human friend you consult with. IDK if those answers apply to me but I feel better now so I’ll send u a virtual hug. \ud83d\ude42<\/h2>\n\n\n\n