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FirstSigns is an online, user-led voluntary organisation, that raises awareness and provides information and support to people of all ages affected by self-harm or self-injury.

We recognise self-injury is a way of coping with distressing experiences and difficult emotions, and we encourage people to reflect on the issues behind their self-injury, and explore alternative coping mechanisms.

FirstSigns is managed and led by people with personal experience of self-injury, and we are non-judgemental, non-directional, and respectful of our members' and visitors' life experiences and perceptions.

The FirstSigns website is the centre of our vibrant community, and provides access to all our services, including our newsletter, message board and training.

We are very proud to be part of Bebo's <BeWell> project.

FirstSigns is also on Facebook and MySpace:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
http://www.myspace.com/MyLifeSIGNS

FirstSigns says:
"Along with our self-injury awareness Wristbands and Keyrings, we now have cool badges, so nice, and so cheap!" (20 weeks ago) me too!
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Anonymous Bebo User
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13 hours ago
Anonymous Bebo User
my friend used to self-harm, but she's all good now.
it's such a scary thing seeing someone you love hurt themselves like that.
1 week ago
Anonymous Bebo User
<3

First Signs Has Helped Me So Much
And It Will Continue To Do So
Mucho Love
'ox
1 week ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Hi everyone not been on in a wee bit another friend died,my best friend this time,more like my brother so it's not been a good year in other ways too.I haven;t self harmed in a couple months or there abouts but im not proud of this though i know i should be,because deep down i want to hurt myself and probably will. I'm very lucky there are people there for me.I send everyone my love and hugs and know your not alone and people do care especially here on this site x
3 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
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4 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Is that 169 members? Wowee, we've really been growing, even though summer can be a quiet time when we're all offline and out n about!

Thanks for all your support - check out our new web address though at www.FirstSigns.org.uk
5 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Thank you so much for all the help... your website has helped me through things, and i haven't quit yet, I haven't given up yet either :D
10 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
A month is a great time without SI - well done you!

I hope you can keep yourself healthy and happy so you can get through the whole summer, and beyond!
10 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Please remember,

your friends might one day find your 'comments' here, so be aware of your privacy.

Thankfully, non-Bebo members cannot see your name or photo on the 'comments' but if you post on the 'Forum' within this page, your name *is* shown - just to let you know.
10 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
I havent self harmed in almost a month :)

Still finding life difficult though :( :(
10 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
<3
Hope everyone is ok
x
11 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
I'm an oldie,long time for me with all my probs.THings are just tough at the mo.Sending love and hugs for everyone,know you are loved even if it's by me,who doesn't know you,i send a smile that costs nothing and a cuddle x
12 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Glad the website helped Swirlster.It should help your mum understand.Well done girl.Sending a wee love and hug for you and your mum and best wishes x
12 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Ive been self harming for about a year now and a few days ago my best mate told my mum about it. She was really confused and upset at first and found this website. She said it helped her a lot so I went onto it aswell. This site has really helped me!


Thanks :)


Jen
13 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
HAPPY 6TH BIRTHDAY LIFESIGNS. Thanx for helping everyone. Have some love x
14 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Thank-you Immortal Rose.I'll send love as i've always got some to give x Hugs to everyone.
15 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
This Is An Absolutly Amazee Band,
Hope Your Ok Tracy&+That Everything Looks Up Soon.


Run Out Of Love )=
15 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Found out a couple of hours ago that a friend was found dead,don't know is it's foul play.I know i'm going to cut so please sorry i have to.I haven't been doing it as much but tonight i may.
16 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
Sending my love and hugs once again.You are not alone and we are not bad people.Someone somewhere cares,I do and lots of others on this site cos we are either there or have been x Sharing my luv
16 weeks ago
Anonymous Bebo User
hey i used to self-harm for almost two years it woz my way ov dealin with all the shit life seemed to bring i felt better with myself after and i forgot everything but after abwt hlf a year it just became a habbit i cudnt not do it if yuu understand anyway i guess wot im tryin to say is if yu r self-harmin plz do all yuu can to stop im here if yuu need to tlk its just i no how horrible it can b dnt let it become part ov ur daily routine i cnt stand to look at myself most dayz becoz ov the scars i av been left wiv and no matter wot over people say self-harming is in no way a form ov attention seekin it is lyk a mental illness and givin people shit abwt it will not make it any better!!!!

lovee yuu all xXX<33
17 weeks ago
 

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London meet-up Saturday 16th August
There's only two weeks until our summer meet-up in London (UK)!

Thank you to those of you who have already confirmed you are attending - I have today emailed you with full details of the location. If you've contacted me and haven't received an email then please let me know.

Just to confirm, we are meeting in Camden, North London on Saturday 16th August from 1pm 'til 3pm. So if you fancy coming along for a drink and chat then please do email Jules@firstsigns.org.uk for full details.

A couple of people have said that although they would like to come, they feel rather nervous about it. This is perfectly understandable; I know that I always feel a little anxious when meeting new people, but our meet-ups are always relaxed and friendly, and you are welcome to bring a friend.

If you have any questions then please do email me.

Wedge and I look forward to seeing you on the 16th :)
0 Comments 18 days ago
Thank you
I want to thank you for reading our blog and visiting our self-harm awareness website.

It means a lot to me, to have engaged and interested visitors. It means a lot to Jules and me when we hear back from members or visitors who tell us that our stories, articles and information has affected them, that they recognise themselves in our words, and we've made them think.

I hope FirstSigns provides fantastic inspiration and information. Obviously, we don't give advice or tell people what to do - that would be awful, after all, I still struggle with the urge to self-injure, and even when I haven't hurt myself for a year or so, that doesn't mean I've got all the answers.

Answers come from within, from you yourself. And I'd love to hear some from you.

Would you care to use the comments system on our main blog to tell us how you feel about FirstSigns and the information we provide? What could we do to improve our services?

Thanks for visiting, please let us know your thoughts at:

http://life-signs.blogspot.com/2008/...

0 Comments 19 days ago
London meet-up Saturday 16th August

After the success of our Birmingham meet-up last Saturday, we are now pleased to confirm that a further meet-up will take place in London on Saturday 16th August.

The event will take place at a pub in Camden, North London (nearest tube Camden Town) from 1pm until 3pm.

Of course, both Wedge and I will be there and we would welcome the opportunity to meet and have a drink with as many of you as possible.

You are also welcome to bring a friend.

It would be good to get some idea of numbers so if you think you may attend, please either PM Jules on the Message Board or email me at Jules@firstsigns.org.uk. Please also contact me should you have any questions or comments.

Full details including exact location and map will be given to anyone confirming they wish to attend.

We hope to see you on 16th August :-)

Wedge and Jules
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