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Starting a "No-Pick Sixty" this Friday

Feeling despondent today. My skin is OKAY and it's true that it's not as red as it used to be. But it still is! Maybe because it's summer but I have so many bumps and small pimples that are taking for...

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8 years ago
Doctor seems reluctant to prescribe anxiety medications

I don't know your situation fully, but I agree that CBT with a psychologist + meds sounds like a healthy combo. I'm going to assume you're a woman (sorry if I'm misgendering!) and my impression is tha...

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8 years ago
Squeezing Blackheads too Much

Stop now!!!! That is all I can say. I never had acne with cysts but I became obsessed with squeezing blackheads (multiple times a day) and I can tell you, it will create scars. I have deep dark scars ...

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8 years ago
Starting a "No-Pick Sixty" this Friday

Hello people, Last Friday marked my 30th day without picking. I haven't been perfect -- lots of examining and pulling out hard blackheads that are popping out. But there was only ONE SINGLE time I act...

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8 years ago
Starting a "No-Pick Sixty" this Friday

Today's the day! I have my notebook with me where I wrote alternative responses to triggering feelings. Reminding myself of how good it will feel to be in control of this. And one day I'll be as caref...

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8 years ago
Starting a "No-Pick Sixty" this Friday

Hi! I can’t tell you what an emotional relief it’s been to find that this community exists online. I'm definitely a stress picker and it's taken me a long time to realize it's a real thing -- I’ve bee...

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8 years ago