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[meganwillnotpick]

so ive been able to go days without picking, but if i get stressed out i get the overwhelming urge to pick. and i CANT SAY NO. like while i pick ill be subconsciously thinking "STOP" but i cant. i need tips to, idk, ignore that urge? because its so hard

[maybetomorrow7]

When you pick, do you pick in front of the mirror, or without looking? If its in front of the mirror, like many people, try covering up the mirrors in your house. Also, we human are creatures of habit...try to create a new one that can help you not to pick. For example, your habit now is whenever your stressed to take it out on your skin- its become a habit for you, so its your body's automatic response to stress. But instead, buy a stress ball or get some silly putty and try and make it a habit to start squeezing that a lot when you're stressed. Or, if that doesn't work, try making it a habit whenever you're overwhelmed to just immediately take a long walk outside. You probably won't pick at your face when you're out there walking.

Its so hard to ignore the urge...but instead of ignoring it, force yourself to do something else that doesn't allow you to pick. And eventually, it will pass. Good luck!