Tightly holding on to ice cubes, or running them across where you’d usually self-harm. Holding on to them with the inside of your elbow or knee can give an intense feeling. This is a non-harmful form of pain. If you’re looking for an immediate alternative to self-harm, ice cubes might be a good substitute.

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