I don't care how bad things get.

Self-injury is never the way.
It does not solve anything.
You are better than that.
Please don't run to the wrong things.

Yes, there are times when everything seems to fail;
that light at the end of the tunnel seems to be lost,
words will never heal the hurt you feel,
you feel the need to curl up to keep yourself from falling apart.
The idea seems like a beautiful release.

But it is not.

Things will get better.
I promise.
These days come and go.
You are worth so much more than that.
You are not alone.

Lay down the weapons of your imagination;
don't touch the beautiful skin the Lord placed your spirit in-
He resides within your soul, your body, your temple.
Glorify Him. Talk to Him. He cries with you.

"There will be an end to this trouble, but until that day comes-
still I will praise You- still I will praise You!"