Various ways I try to divert my urges

Everyday is a struggle to try and not give in to the urge to pull my hair. It is like facing constant obstacles that I always have to try and overcome. Every time the urges get triggered for me, is when I am angry, sad, anxious and tense; not really being focused on my day to day activites. I get paranoid and nervous. I don’t really feel myself.

In regards to the urges themselves, my hands seem to have a mind of their own and so, whenever particular feelings are triggered then my hands seem to want to pull my hair. It is like pulling being a way to release those build up negative feelings and to become relaxed; calm again.

I have had trichotillomania for a couple of years now, so along the way there have been periods of time where I had managed to get very close or had a full head of hair. Along the way, you pick up routines or tricks to divert the urges and really make sure that you do not pull your hair.

KEY: Keep your hands occupied and busy.

Example of a few things I do to try and divert my urges:

  • I keep a diary and a plain notebook. I have found writing to be helpful. I write down anything from what ive been up during my day, any thoughts i have or even doodle.
  • Any time I am at home, I always wear a headscarf. So along the years, I have found way to be creative with headwear.
  • I learnt to be the piano throughout the years and so, if I was near the piano  I would play a couple of tunes.
  • Going for a run or a walk. I have found it a great way to clear my hand and get some fresh air.
  • Reading
  • Drawing/Painting
  • Go for dog walks with my dog and play with him as well.
  • Making and cooking meals for people to eat with fresh ingredients.
  • Focus on my university work. Doing research via internet, the library and making thorough notes.

 

3 thoughts on “Various ways I try to divert my urges”

  1. I’m so glad that I’ve stumbled upon your blog! I really appreciate how you’re addressing an issue that no one really talks about.

    I am also trying to raise awareness of trichotillomania. I have created a social media campaign in order to gain a greater understanding and support for trich sufferers.

    Would it be possible for me to feature you on my blog? I particularly enjoyed this post and would love to share it with all of my readers!

    Please let me know 🙂

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    Hellen

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    • Thank you so much for your kind words. Trich is something that really needs to be addressed more and seems so unheard of, which is frustrating and a shame to hear especially for trich sufferers such as myself. Of course, you are more than welcome to share my post, any of my posts actually and im happy to be featured on your blog. I am so up for a campaign to raise awareness for trich, it so needs to be done and for there to be a greater understanding out there in the world.

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