
Try things like stomping your feet. If you can’t resist hitting yourself, try to use the palm of your hand and not knuckles. After a hit, try to keep hand from leaving the body and just continue the pressure. You’re looking for those strong body sensations to distract from strong unpleasant mental emotions. Reflect on what your body is unconsciously seeking out to try to find alternatives that could work for you
This is an example of what I learned in that article I read long ago - got this from neurolaunch.com. I already suffer from memory problems, so I’m avoiding head hitting because I can’t afford for my memory problems to worsen. At the end of the day it’s up to you. I’m just trying to hit a different body part when I have a meltdown or get enraged like my thighs. I’m just worried about fucking up my brain