"Self-harm is a way of expressing and dealing with deep distress and emotional pain. As counter intuitive as it may sound to those on the outside, hurting yourself makes you feel better."
Self- harm is dangerous and can be very addicting. It brings you relief. The problem is that the relief that comes from self-harming doesn't last very long. It’s like slapping on a Band-Aid when what you really need are stitches. It's hard to stop once you start doing it because it's like becoming your own drug.
Calling it stupid would be the stupidest thing to say.
Cycle: