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Scenario

Why repetitive body-focused behaviors increase under stress

I cannot stop picking at my skin and cuticles until they bleed and it gets worse when I am stressed but I do it unconsciously.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Self-directed physical repetitive actions serve as unconscious regulation strategies that provide temporary nervous system relief while creating additional shame and physical damage.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Somatic approaches to psychological healing?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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