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back from the borderline

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You can perform emotional alchemy and I will show you how.



The idea of alchemy is to reduce something with fire – burning it down so that something new can rise from the ashes. You can do this with your personality, too. You’ve always had the power; you just didn’t know that. Now you do.


 

Highly sensitive, emotional, and intuitive children are often impacted most severely by dysfunctional family dynamics, childhood emotional neglect, sexual abuse, grooming, generational trauma, and inherited toxic shame. As adults, these same children often find themselves with a disorder or dysfunction label, as mainstream psychiatry tries to convince them that the root of their suffering is due to a disordered personality or chemical imbalance.



Our current medical model of mental health is quick to pathologize. Psychiatrists and therapists operating within this model often ask, “What’s wrong with you?” but rarely, “What *happened* to you?” Personalities are not cancerous tumors; psychological suffering cannot be accurately understood or treated through the lens of a purely medical model. We have to go deeper. And that's exactly what we do here on Back from the Borderline.



A path toward healing exists, even though I know it can feel impossible when you’re looking up from rock bottom.



Through working with and integrating the concepts we explore in each episode together, you’ll learn to:



✧ Better regulate, name and process your emotions

✧ Understand and reduce chronic feelings of emptiness

✧ Confront and uproot your toxic shame

✧ Put an end to recurring patterns of self-sabotage

✧ Connect with your Higher Self

✧ Break the cycle of generational family trauma

✧ Set healthier boundaries with yourself and others

✧ Recognize the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships

✧ Heal from a chronic need to please and seek validation from others



Tune in and prepare yourself to be standing in the ashes of the person you used to be. New episodes drop every Tuesday.


 

As for me? I'm Mollie Adler. A disillusioned millennial, podcaster, writer, creative, existential thinker, obsessive researcher (huge nerd), and fellow f*cked up human desperately trying to find meaning in a society and culture that seems to be devoid of it. To read my Substack articles, access my Amazon book recommendation list, submit a voicemail, or contact me for collaborations, visit https://linktr.ee/backfromtheborderline



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healing control and codependency issues to get your needs met in a healthier way

March 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 195 MB

Are you tired of feeling like your intimate relationships just aren't fulfilling? Do you find yourself getting resentful and angry at your partner because they don't seem as excited to see you or make as much effort as they used to? Well, you're not alone. In today's episode, we're going to explore the topic of codependency and unrealistic expectations in relationships. We'll talk about the concept of control dramas and how they can push love away, leaving you feeling frustrated and unfulfil...

Moving through control and codependency to get your needs met in a healthy way

March 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 195 MB

Are you tired of feeling like your intimate relationships just aren't fulfilling? Do you find yourself getting resentful and angry at your partner because they don't seem as excited to see you or make as much effort as they used to? Well, you're not alone. In today's episode, we're going to explore the topic of codependency and unrealistic expectations in relationships. We'll talk about the concept of control dramas and how they can push love away, leaving you feeling frustrated and unfulfi...

Are your personality masks blocking access to your true Self?

February 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

In this episode, we explore the topic of personality masks and how they can block access to your true Self. To understand this complex and nuanced topic, we’ll start by understanding exactly how to understand the concepts of “Self” and “personality” and examine the signs that might indicate that you’re “masking” your true personality. You’ll learn how to spot the signs that might indicate that you’re masking your true Self and discuss why many of us resort to personality masks as a defense ...

your personality masks are blocking access to your TRUE self

February 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

In this episode, we explore the topic of personality masks and how they can block access to your true Self. To understand this complex and nuanced topic, we’ll start by understanding exactly how to understand the concepts of “Self” and “personality” and examine the signs that might indicate that you’re “masking” your true personality. You’ll learn how to spot the signs that might indicate that you’re masking your true Self and discuss why many of us resort to personality masks as a defense o...

Breaking Down the Intersection of Autism and BPD and the Stigma of 'Disorder' Labels with Dr. Jay Watts

February 21, 2023 11:24 - 1 hour - 76.3 MB

Are you interested in exploring the often-overlooked connection between Autism and BPD/EUPD? In this episode, Dr. Jay Watts and I dive deep into the topic, discussing the reasons why women and AFAB individuals are less likely to be diagnosed with autism and exploring common autistic traits that are missed in women. Listeners will gain insight into the coping strategies of autistic "masking" and "camouflaging" that are often missed in women and girls, as well as the characteristic "special i...

autism or personality disorder? (exploring psychiatric label stigma with dr. jay watts)

February 21, 2023 11:24 - 1 hour - 76.3 MB

Dr. Jay Watts and I discuss the reasons why women are less likely to be diagnosed with autism and exploring common autistic traits that are missed in women. Listeners will gain insight into the coping strategies of autistic "masking" and "camouflaging" that are often missed in women and girls, as well as the characteristic "special interests" of women with autism. Together, we also unpack the harmful stigma that arises from the BPD/EUPD labels and how people with these labels are stigmatized...

The Sober Curious Movement: A Dialectical Approach to Alcohol Use

February 14, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 41.7 MB

Lately, I’ve been seeing quite a few viral videos that mention a “sober curious” lifestyle, and it got me... curious. So I decided to find out all I could and share it with the pod fam. In this episode, we’ll dive into the growing movement and explore the benefits and challenges of a life without alcohol. From personal stories of transformation to advice from some of the movement’s founders, this episode will give you the insights and inspiration you need to start your own sober curious jour...

sober curious: a fresh and dialectical approach to alcohol use

February 14, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 41.7 MB

Lately, I’ve been seeing quite a few viral videos that mention a “sober curious” lifestyle, and it got me... curious. So I decided to find out all I could and share it with the pod fam. In this episode, we’ll dive into the growing movement and explore the benefits and challenges of a life without alcohol. From personal stories of transformation to advice from some of the movement’s founders, this episode will give you the insights and inspiration you need to start your own sober curious jour...

"am i crazy, or are they gaslighting me?"

February 07, 2023 10:00 - 59 minutes - 47.9 MB

A BFTB listener named Jade called into the pod because she’s been made to feel like the “crazy one” in her relationship. Naturally, I felt this called for an entire episode on gaslighting and high-conflict couples.  Questions answered and topics discussed in this episode: ■ Understanding Gaslighting: What it is and its Effects ■ Spot the Signs: Identifying if Your Partner is Gaslighting You ■ Mental Health Stigma: Ways People Who Are Open About their Mental Health are Gaslit into “Self-B...

Am I crazy, or are they gaslighting me?

February 07, 2023 10:00 - 59 minutes - 47.9 MB

A BFTB listener named Jade called into the pod because she’s been made to feel like the “crazy one” in her relationship. Naturally, I felt this called for an entire episode on gaslighting and high-conflict couples.  Questions answered and topics discussed in this episode: ■ Understanding Gaslighting: What it is and its Effects ■ Spot the Signs: Identifying if Your Partner is Gaslighting You ■ Mental Health Stigma: Ways People Who Are Open About their Mental Health are Gaslit into “Self-B...

Blindsided by Betrayal: Learning to Love Again After Infidelity

January 31, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 36.5 MB

Loads of listeners have been calling in and leaving voicemails about how to navigate relationship difficulties. In this week’s episode, we’ll be hearing from Liz, who is currently struggling with feelings of guilt and shame after convincing herself that she’s the reason her boyfriend’s friend group evicted him from his apartment. We’ll also check in with Otillia, who is recovering from discovering the person she’d been seeing had been hiding a pregnant girlfriend. The episode at a glance (t...

blindsided by betrayal: learning to love again after being cheated on

January 31, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 36.5 MB

Loads of listeners have been calling in and leaving voicemails about how to navigate relationship difficulties. In this week’s episode, we’ll be hearing from Liz, who is currently struggling with feelings of guilt and shame after convincing herself that she’s the reason her boyfriend’s friend group evicted him from his apartment. We’ll also check in with Otillia, who is recovering from discovering the person she’d been seeing had been hiding a pregnant girlfriend. The episode at a glance (t...

breaking the cycle of pain: moving on and healing from a traumatic breakup

January 24, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB

Are you struggling to move on from a traumatic breakup? You're not alone. In this episode, we delve into the emotional and psychological journey of healing. From understanding the grieving process to rebuilding your self-worth, I’ve got you covered. Join me as we explore the steps to finding closure and discovering the strength to love again. Concepts explored in this episode: • Healing through Helping Others: Using Altruism to Overcome Dark Moments in Mental Health • Breaking the Cycle of...

The Secret to Moving On: Healing from a Traumatic Breakup

January 24, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB

Are you struggling to move on from a traumatic breakup? You're not alone. In this episode, we delve into the emotional and psychological journey of healing. From understanding the grieving process to rebuilding your self-worth, I’ve got you covered. Join me as we explore the steps to finding closure and discovering the strength to love again. Concepts explored in this episode: • Healing through Helping Others: Using Altruism to Overcome Dark Moments in Mental Health • Breaking the Cycle of...

Overcoming Executive Dysfunction: "Why can't I just do the THING?"

January 17, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 151 MB

Are you struggling to get organized and achieve your goals? Do you find it difficult to plan for the future, control your emotions and impulses, or stay on task? If so, you may be experiencing executive dysfunction. Executive functioning is a hot topic in the world of neurodiversity, particularly when it comes to ADHD emotion dysregulation. But what exactly is executive dysfunction and how does it affect our daily lives? In this podcast episode, we delve into the topic of executive dysfunct...

overcoming executive dysfunction: "why can't i just do the thing?!"

January 17, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 151 MB

Are you struggling to get organized and achieve your goals? Do you find it difficult to plan for the future, control your emotions and impulses, or stay on task? If so, you may be experiencing executive dysfunction. Executive functioning is a hot topic in the world of neurodiversity, particularly when it comes to ADHD emotion dysregulation. But what exactly is executive dysfunction and how does it affect our daily lives? In this podcast episode, we delve into the topic of executive dysfuncti...

Mental Health Beyond Medicine: How Psychiatry Can Evolve Beyond the Medical Model of Disease

January 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

In this episode, we explore the limitations of the medical model of disease in psychiatry and medicine. This model, which relies heavily on diagnosis and medication, does not fully account for the complexities of mental and physical illness. Instead, we should consider a more holistic approach that looks beyond symptoms and diagnosis and addresses the root causes of illness. We discuss the importance of considering environmental, social, and psychological factors in mental and physical healt...

mental illness is not in your head: evolving beyond the medical model in recovery

January 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

Join me as we explore the limitations of the medical model of disease in psychiatry and medicine. This model, which relies heavily on diagnosis and medication, does not fully account for the complexities of mental and physical illness. Instead, we should consider a more holistic approach that looks beyond symptoms and diagnosis and addresses the root causes of illness. We discuss the importance of considering environmental, social, and psychological factors in mental and physical health and ...

Mental Illness is Not in Your Head

January 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

This episode will provide information that most members of the public are unaware of. After you listen, you will be better informed, better prepared to advocate for yourself and the people you love when seeking treatment and care for mental health, and likely more than a little shocked, appalled, and saddened. We need to face brutal truths, and knowledge is power.   In his article, “Mental Illness Is Not in Your Head,” (published in May 2022), historian of medicine and psychiatry resident ...

how scott broke the cycle of generational family trauma while parenting with emotion dysregulation

January 03, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

A while back, I received a voicemail from 67-year-old Scott Schaeffer – his story and experience struck such a profound cord that I reached out to him to see if he’d be interested in sharing more with the listeners of the podcast. What resulted was this episode – and one of the most incredible interviews I’ve done to date. With the help of a supportive and well-informed psychotherapist, Scott realized that he identified heavily with the traits of borderline personality disorder. As a child, ...

How Scott broke the cycle of generational family trauma while parenting as a man with emotion dysregulation

January 03, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

A while back, I received a voicemail from 67-year-old Scott Schaeffer – his story and experience struck such a profound cord that I reached out to him to see if he’d be interested in sharing more with the listeners of the podcast. What resulted was this episode – and one of the most incredible interviews I’ve done to date. With the help of a supportive and well-informed psychotherapist, Scott realized that he identified heavily with the traits of borderline personality disorder.   As a chi...

How Scott beat the odds while parenting as a man with BPD traits

January 03, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

A while back, I received a voicemail from 67-year-old Scott Schaeffer – his story and experience struck such a profound cord that I reached out to him to see if he’d be interested in sharing more with the listeners of the podcast. What resulted was this episode – and one of the most incredible interviews I’ve done to date.   With the help of a supportive and well-informed psychotherapist, Scott realized that he identified heavily with the traits of borderline personality disorder.   As a...

The hidden knowledge that will help you find the best therapists (and avoid harmful ones)

December 27, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 37.4 MB

To be able to best advocate for yourself when seeing a mental health professional, it is essential that you have at least a base-level understanding of the different theoretical and philosophical approaches to understanding mental health, disorder, illness, distress, oppression, and abuse.   The dominant framework in most Western countries is the medical model – this model pathologizes the human experience. It attempts to explain away suffering and trauma by labeling certain behaviors (and...

understanding the different models of mental health can help you find a helpful therapist (and avoid harmful ones)

December 27, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 37.4 MB

To be able to best advocate for yourself when seeing a mental health professional, it is essential that you have at least a base-level understanding of the different theoretical and philosophical approaches to understanding mental health, disorder, illness, distress, oppression, and abuse. The dominant framework in most Western countries is the medical model – this model pathologizes the human experience. It attempts to explain away suffering and trauma by labeling certain behaviors (and per...

How understanding the different models of mental health can help you find a great therapist (and avoid harmful ones)

December 27, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 37.4 MB

To be able to best advocate for yourself when seeing a mental health professional, it is essential that you have at least a base-level understanding of the different theoretical and philosophical approaches to understanding mental health, disorder, illness, distress, oppression, and abuse.   The dominant framework in most Western countries is the medical model – this model pathologizes the human experience. It attempts to explain away suffering and trauma by labeling certain behaviors (and...

When you finally wake up to the pain you've caused the people you love

December 20, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 40.3 MB

I received a voicemail from a listener who was feeling overwhelmed with guilt. In a moment of emotional dysregulation, she had lost her sh*t with some close friends, who hadn’t spoken to her since. She wanted advice on dealing with the natural guilt that comes up when we’ve unconsciously hurt people we love. I talk a lot on the podcast about the “I am the problem” moment many of us who identify with BPD traits experience along the path of recovery. It’s a painful but essential step. The key ...

what to do when you finally wake up to the pain you've caused the people you love

December 20, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 40.3 MB

I received a voicemail from a listener who was feeling overwhelmed with guilt. In a moment of emotional dysregulation, she had lost her sh*t with some close friends, who hadn’t spoken to her since. She wanted advice on dealing with the natural guilt that comes up when we’ve unconsciously hurt people we love. I talk a lot on the podcast about the “I am the problem” moment many of us who identify with various "disorder" or "dysfunction" labels experience along the path of recovery. It’s a pain...

Is diagnosing a still-developing teen with borderline personality disorder harmful or helpful?

December 13, 2022 10:00 - 54 minutes - 43.3 MB

I’ve received countless emails, direct messages, and voicemails about borderline personality disorder in teens. This topic is a total hot potato (in other words, it makes many mental health professionals uncomfortable AF.) Some of the most frequently asked (and Googled) questions as it relates to teenagers and BPD are:   ■ How to HELP a teenager with borderline personality disorder ■ How to PARENT a teenager with borderline personality disorder ■ How to DEAL WITH a teenager with borderli...

is it helpful (or even ethical) to diagnose a teenager with a personality disorder?

December 13, 2022 10:00 - 54 minutes - 43.3 MB

I’ve received countless emails, direct messages, and voicemails about borderline personality disorder in teens. This topic is a total hot potato (in other words, it makes many mental health professionals uncomfortable AF.) Some of the most frequently asked (and Googled) questions as it relates to teenagers and BPD are:   ■ How to HELP a teenager who identifies with the symptoms of borderline personality disorder ■ How to PARENT a teenager who identifies with the symptoms of borderline per...

When your issues with emotional dysregulation make it hard to hold down a job

December 06, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

Let’s face it: we have to work to live. The unfortunate reality is that those who identify with symptoms of what is known as borderline personality disorder (BPD or EUPD), as well as other disorder labels like complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD), often find it hard to “hold down a job.” These individuals are often highly sensitive, reactive, creative, intuitive, and intense. The workplace can be highly triggering for anyone grappling with trauma recovery. It’s all too common to fe...

when your emotional dysregulation makes it hard to hold down a job

December 06, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

Let’s face it: we have to work to live. The unfortunate reality is that those who identify with symptoms of various "disorder" or "dysfunction" labels while healing from trauma often find it hard to “hold down a job.” These individuals are often highly sensitive, reactive, creative, intuitive, and intense. The workplace can be highly triggering for anyone grappling with trauma recovery. It’s all too common to feel that we have to take/do jobs that we hate and end up sacrificing our creative ...

transforming and healing your intimacy issues (ft. zaz)

November 29, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

My amazing partner in crime (and life) Zaz returns to the podcast to answer your burning questions about love, sex, and relationships. Questions answered and topics discussed in this episode: ■ Signs of verbal and emotional abuse in intimate relationships ■ How to stop emotionally abusing the people you love (and how to deal with the inevitable shame that comes up while working through these issues) ■ How to stop obsessing over a new crush or new potential love interest ■ How delaying s...

Transform the way you view love and intimacy for good (ft. Zaz)

November 29, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

My amazing partner in crime (and life) Zaz returns to the podcast to answer your burning questions about love, sex, and relationships. Questions answered and topics discussed in this episode: ■ Signs of verbal and emotional abuse in intimate relationships ■ How to stop emotionally abusing the people you love (and how to deal with the inevitable shame that comes up while working through these issues) ■ How to stop obsessing over a new crush or new potential love interest ■ How delaying s...

Transcending the Self: How a Higher Perspective Can Help You Connect with Something Greater

November 22, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 30.6 MB

A voicemail from Thiago in Brazil and a direct message from Noura in Egypt reminded me why I started this podcast in the first place and why so many of us resonate with the concept of feeling starved at a spiritual level – constantly grappling with feelings of brokenness and perpetual emptiness. There’s only one way out of the pits of hell caused by this thinking: zooming the f*ck out. If you want to learn more about zooming out and considering higher/broader perspectives, I’ve included a fe...

You gotta zoom WAY the hell out, buttercup.

November 22, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 30.6 MB

A voicemail from Thiago in Brazil and a direct message from Noura in Egypt reminded me why I started this podcast in the first place and why so many of us resonate with the concept of feeling starved at a spiritual level – constantly grappling with feelings of brokenness and perpetual emptiness. There’s only one way out of the pits of hell caused by this thinking: zooming the f*ck out.   If you have a question you’d like me to answer on a future episode, you can submit it via email at back...

transcending the self: the importance of gaining a higher perspective in your recovery journey

November 22, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 30.6 MB

A voicemail from Thiago in Brazil and a direct message from Noura in Egypt reminded me why I started this podcast in the first place and why so many of us resonate with the concept of feeling starved at a spiritual level – constantly grappling with feelings of brokenness and perpetual emptiness. There’s only one way out of the pits of hell caused by this thinking: zooming the f*ck out. If you want to learn more about zooming out and considering higher/broader perspectives, I’ve included a fe...

baby borderlines, instagram breaks, and the importance of grounding

November 15, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 83 MB

Topics discussed in this episode:   ■ Bo Burnham (creator of “Inside”) and his thoughts on social media ■ My own struggle of trying to find a conscious and mindful relationship to social media and why I took a 4-month hiatus from Instagram ■ What is a “baby borderline” and how does this archetype view a BPD diagnosis ■ How my thoughts and feelings toward the psychiatric institution and DSM have changed since starting the podcast ■ Analyzing Dr. Jessica Taylor’s YouTube video from 2019 ...

What the actual f*ck is a baby borderline? (and other random musings)

November 15, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 83 MB

Topics discussed in this episode:   ■ Bo Burnham (creator of “Inside”) and his thoughts on social media ■ My own struggle of trying to find a conscious and mindful relationship to social media and why I took a 4-month hiatus from Instagram ■ What is a “baby borderline” and how does this archetype view a BPD diagnosis ■ How my thoughts and feelings toward the psychiatric institution and DSM have changed since starting the podcast ■ Analyzing Dr. Jessica Taylor’s YouTube video from 2019 ...

when BPD symptoms are tearing your family apart (ft. catherine humenuk, LCSW)

November 08, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 42.2 MB

Are you a family member seeking to support and better understand someone you love who struggles with or identifies with the symptoms of borderline personality disorder? I sat down with returning podcast guest, licensed clinical social worker Catherine Humenuk to discuss how to best support and love someone who struggles with symptoms of BPD (EUPD.)   Questions and topics Catherine and I tackle in our discussion:   ■ NEABPD’s Family Connections program (a free, evidence-based, 12-class co...

When it feels like borderline personality disorder is tearing your family apart

November 08, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 42.2 MB

Are you a family member seeking to support and better understand someone you love who struggles with or identifies with the symptoms of borderline personality disorder? I sat down with returning podcast guest, licensed clinical social worker Catherine Humenuk to discuss how to best support and love someone who struggles with symptoms of BPD (EUPD.)   Questions and topics Catherine and I tackle in our discussion:   ■ NEABPD’s Family Connections program (a free, evidence-based, 12-class co...

exploring complex borderline personality disorder with dr. daniel fox

November 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MB

Returning BFTB guest Dr. Daniel Fox is a licensed psychologist, international speaker, and award-winning author of “The Borderline Personality Disorder Workbook” and “Complex Borderline Personality Disorder: How Coexisting Conditions Affects Your BPD and How You Can Gain Emotional Balance.” In this interview, we discuss how common it is for people with BPD symptoms to feel like they are irreparably and permanently broken. Through an exploration of the concepts in his new book and by answerin...

“It’s you and me against BPD” (Exploring complex borderline personality disorder with Dr. Daniel Fox)

November 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MB

In this episode, we welcome back to the podcast personality disorder expert Dr. Daniel Fox, a licensed psychologist, international speaker, and award-winning author of “The Borderline Personality Disorder Workbook” and “Complex Borderline Personality Disorder: How Coexisting Conditions Affects Your BPD and How You Can Gain Emotional Balance.”   In this interview with Dr. Fox, we discuss how common it is for people with BPD symptoms to feel like they are irreparably and permanently broken. ...

Healthy vs. Unhealthy Anger: How to Tell the Difference (and How to Work with Your Anger)

October 25, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

In this episode, we'll be diving into the complex topic of anger and rage. Is our culture to blame for "unhealthy" anger? What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy expressions of anger? We'll explore practical anger management strategies and healthy ways to release anger and rage, as well as how to recognize and understand anger as a secondary emotion. Additionally, we'll discuss the spiritual meaning of anger and how working with it can contribute to our personal growth. Join us ...

The root cause of "borderline rage" (How unhealthy anger can literally kill us and how to stop the damage)

October 25, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Extreme and overpowering anger is something many who identify with symptoms of borderline personality disorder struggle most deeply with. It’s so intense that it’s often called “borderline rage.”   However, most online resources and many therapeutic interventions fail to get to the root cause of anger. Therefore, most of those struggling with these feelings continue to lash out and destroy their lives and relationships.   By the end of this episode, you’ll more deeply understand yourself...

all the rage: healthy ways to to respond to (and work with) anger

October 25, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

In this episode, we'll be diving into the complex topic of anger and rage. Is our culture to blame for "unhealthy" anger? What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy expressions of anger? We'll explore practical anger management strategies and healthy ways to release anger and rage, as well as how to recognize and understand anger as a secondary emotion. Additionally, we'll discuss the spiritual meaning of anger and how working with it can contribute to our personal growth.   FUL...

Feeling Crazy: Why Dissociation Can Be So Hard to Understand and Treat

October 18, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 118 MB

In this episode, we dive into the complex topic of dissociation. We discuss the definition of dissociation, including its subtypes, derealization and depersonalization. We also explore the links between trauma and dissociation, and what dissociation feels like for those who experience it. We provide practical tips for coping with occasional dissociative episodes, including grounding and meditative techniques. Finally, we examine why dissociation can make you feel crazy, and how to seek suppo...

dissociation, depersonalization and derealization: understanding these common responses to trauma

October 18, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 118 MB

In this episode, we dive into the complex topic of dissociation. We discuss the definition of dissociation, including its subtypes, derealization and depersonalization. We also explore the links between trauma and dissociation, and what dissociation feels like for those who experience it. We provide practical tips for coping with occasional dissociative episodes, including grounding and meditative techniques. Finally, we examine why dissociation can make you feel crazy, and how to seek suppo...

It's about time we discuss dissociation in BPD and feeling f*cking crazy

October 18, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 118 MB

Do you ever feel like you momentarily completely detach from reality? Have you been scared to talk about these feelings and experiences with other people out of fear of being called delusional or “crazy?”   Dissociation during times of stress or vulnerability is one of the main symptoms that people who identify with traits of borderline personality disorder (EUPD) may experience. In BPD, dissociation is linked to other symptoms, such as emotion dysregulation and disrupted identity.   By ...

identity disturbance: why your search for a "sense of self" might be keeping you stuck

October 11, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MB

In this episode, we dive deep into the complex world of identity disturbance and the harmful effects of wrapping our identity around others, as seen in the BPD "Favorite Person" phenomenon. We explore the connection between identity disturbance and imposter syndrome and question whether common therapeutic goals in the West, such as developing a sense of self and improving self-esteem, may actually be doing more harm than good. We'll also discuss how the Buddhist concept of "anatta" or "non-...

Unraveling Identity Disturbance: Why Your Search for a "Sense of Self" Might Be Keeping You Stuck

October 11, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MB

In this episode, we dive deep into the complex world of identity disturbance and the harmful effects of wrapping our identity around others, as seen in the BPD "Favorite Person" phenomenon. We explore the connection between identity disturbance and imposter syndrome and question whether common therapeutic goals in the West, such as developing a sense of self and improving self-esteem, may actually be doing more harm than good. We'll also discuss how the Buddhist concept of "anatta" or "non-...

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