I think this might be the most important piece of advice I have for not only those with BPD, but anyone with depression, anxiety or who just feels a bit lonely: get a cat. It doesn’t have to be a cat. A dog, a lizard, a rabbit… really, get yourself a friend who isn’t a … Continue reading Our Unsung Heroes
Explaining how I feel and why doesn’t often seem to get me very far or build much understanding for this highly stigmatised illness, so without further ado I bring you a list of Do’s and Don’t for engaging with Borderline (or otherwise mentally ill) individuals in your life. Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts
So what can you do if you have someone in your life with BPD? Granted, we can absolutely say things that are frustrating, maybe things that don’t make any sense to you. But if you’ve decided that you value having this person in your life there are some things you can do to make things easier for both yourself and your BPD loved one. Again, I am not a psychologist nor do I have any relevant training, this is meant as an informal guide and a reflection on my own experiences. Continue reading How To Support Someone With BPD
