 | Have the phone number handy of at least 2
people with whom you feel comfortable taking about your urges to
self-injure.
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| Have the list of grounding techniques and
alternatives readily available.
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| Have at least 2 places/homes where you can
go and feel safe.
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| Have a self-abuse support group, and
access to some members when you are in crisis.
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| Make a list of distractions you could
indulge in rather than self-injure.
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| Get rid of all implements you would use to
harm yourself.
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| Keep first aid supplies on hand.
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| Call your psychiatrist or therapist and
keep his/her number on speed dial.
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| If your plan should fail, do the minimum
harm required to ease your emotional distress and please get
appropriate care for your wounds.
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