Why is it so difficult?!

[ancee]

I just don't understand.... I know I need to stop picking and I just can't stop- it seems ridiculous that I have absolutely no control. Even as I pick, I am mentally wanting to stop and getting angry at myself- yet I continue... aaaah!

Sorry, just had to vent- I did well for an entire week and then stress takes over and I'm back to the begininning. THIS IS SOOO FRUSTRATING.

What have you guys found is the best way to stop yourself go through the same routine?

[markerz]

we all know what ur going through. yesterday when i was was trying to write a paper, i kept taking mental breaks because i wasn't satisfied with anything i was writing. so i was totally stressed out, and had this strong urge to pick at something on my arms. the picking didn't go too far though, because i knew i shouldn't be taking a break. so maybe while ur picking, if u think about something that needs to be done..even if its something thats not really that important..just keep reminding urself over and over..."i really need to go and do that...". maybe like packing a lunch for school the next day..that way, u'll be too distracted to pick, and the urge will pass.