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FruityLoop , 26 Sep 2013

Anyone want to do the 30 day challenge together?

Hi everyone, I am hoping to meet a small group of people through email and keep in touch on a regular basis to update each other of picking. I'm thinking daily, in the least creepy way. (⊙_◎) I will definitely try and make it funnyish. I'm a 27 year old woman. I've been picking since the age of 13. I've attempted the 30 day challenges, but I get about 4 or 5 days in with a significant improvement in my face, and then I seem to lose it and go crazy for the rest of the 30 day challenge. I am trying to start a business, but being home alone is proving challenging for my face and body. I have a lot of ambition, but have missed out on a lot due to the state of my skin. I'm also super keen to go on dates without the person thinking I have the herpes virus on my face. Can't even imagine getting naked. Only about 6 months ago did I tell my parents about the picking, and my best friend last month, which felt very exposing. So finally I am reaching out to beat this. I want to own this, instead of it owning me. I really think having friends in the same situation will help, so whomever is keen to join me and be awesome I want to meet you virtually. Lauren *(*´∀`*)☆
25 Answers
FruityLoop
October 03, 2013

In reply to by Lovemydogs

Hi Lindsey!! It's crazy how everyone has similar stories! I am very glad you can join! Just shoot me an email and I will add you to the thread. I'd love to know your story, and how it relates/effects your business. Lauren :)
Sadiej12
October 03, 2013
Hi everyone! My name is Sadie and I'm 22 (almost 23 woo hoo) lol. Anyways I started picking when I was about 16 and I can't stop. It has gotten worse lately and I have been picking my scalp so badly that I have sores on my head and it hurts to even brush my hair. It all started with fingernail biting then biting the inside of my lips and cheeks and then picking at my skin. Now since I noticed how bad my scalp is, I've realized I need to do something about it ASAP. I have anxiety pretty bad and tried anxiety pills but they made me sleepy and all I wanted to do was sleep when I took them. Do you of you have solutions? I would like to join the email group :) My email is sadiejo2412@hotmail.com.
FruityLoop
October 03, 2013

In reply to by Sadiej12

Hi Sadie!! Thank you so much for reaching out! And happy birthday!! I suggest going out and buying cotton gloves from a pharmacy, just to give yourself a break! I am looking more into biting. On this thread, Wonatawn has similar trouble with biting. I suggested to her that a mouth guard might help as a barrier. I definitely have variations of repetitive behavior that's not helpful. I am hoping that in trying to understand stress it will help to limit the need for the manic repetitive behavior.
rubberducke
October 03, 2013
Hey I sent an email a few days ago, but haven't heard back. I'd like to join-- I could use the support. Alex
Victoria628
October 04, 2013
I am just new to this site! I am going to attempt your challenge although it is going to be one of the hardest things I have done :( I hate it

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