Self-injury is deliberate harm, without suicidal intent, upon one's body to cope with emotional distress. It is more common than most people think. It should not be an issue left in the dark. It should be put in public awareness. Somehow it is "shameful" to talk about, but I think it is shameful to be left ignored and in the dark.

They say, "Ignorance is bliss." I guess it's true. But would you want to ignore a tornado coming at you? Let's not ignore the things that are hurting us, slowly sucking the life out of us. Now, I many lose some friends for posting this video up, but I don't care. I mean, what difference does it make whether or not I have 1 friend on youtube or 1,000. Most people categorize people who cut themselves as "emos." But why? I mean what good does it do to judge? Love is so much stronger than hate. We must love everyone, or we will die in our own hatred.

What not to say to a self-injurer:

How does it make you feel better?

It doesn't make any sense.

Why do you do it?

Just quit it.

I could never do that. I hate it when I cut myself shaving.

That's just gross.

Yeah, the list goes on and on. Just be careful about what you say.

There is lots of talk about cutting being a "fad." And I don't know what to think about that. Well, I think that teenagers experiment with cutting since their friends are, and before they know it, they are addicted to it. It's just like anorexia or washing your hands constantly. It's an extremely addictive behavior. Therapists call cutting the "new anorexia." Please, don't even try cutting once.

Please call if you struggle with cutting:
1-800-DONTCUT