SummaryIn this episode of Circle City News, host Freebird dives into her personal experiences with mental health, specifically focusing on Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She discusses her diagnosis, coping mechanisms, and the impact of mental illness on her life and work. Freebird emphasizes the importance of therapy, understanding mental health conditions, and the challenges of relationships when dealing with BPD. She also shares insights on self-harm, the differences between BPD and bipolar disorder, and offers advice for those who may be struggling with similar issues.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mental Health and BPD00:51 Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder02:24 Coping with Abandonment Issues05:01 Navigating Multiple Mental Health Diagnoses06:46 Impact of Mental Health on Work Life08:50 Advice for Those Suspecting BPD10:09 Medications and Treatments for BPD11:00 Distinguishing BPD from Bipolar Disorder13:04 Dating and Relationships with BPD16:07 Challenges in Relationships Due to BPD16:46 Random Questions and Personal InsightsKeywords#mental health, #borderline personality disorder, #coping mechanisms, #therapy, #relationships,# bipolar disorder, #self-harm, #abandonment issues, #mental illness, #personal experiences