My husband Aaron joins to share about my recent suicide crisis, how we worked together to try and overcome it, and how we tried to navigate a complicated medication change together. 

Naturally - this episode comes with a trigger warning about discussing suicide and self-harm. It discusses some potential methods but not in detail. If you are struggling please reach out to the resources below and follow your safety plans. 

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Validation is so important for people living with borderline personality disorder (BPD). In this episode we discuss the DBT Skill of validation including the complexities of giving and receiving validation, the challenges of navigating emotional conversations, and the techniques that can enhance effective communication.

Understanding our own emotions and self-validation is an incredibly important part of this skill.  


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Anita is back for part 2 to discuss their transformative experience at Heartwood Centre for Women. They explore the impact of community support, the complexities of gender identity, and the importance of self-discovery. Anita shares their insights on resilience, personal growth, and the unique perspective that comes from navigating the highs and lows of life as a Super Feeler.

If you haven't listened to part 1 yet you can find that in the Super Feeler feed!

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Anita (they/them) discusses the complexities of being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD), struggling with substance use and being queer in a small communtity. They share about the impact of a community of family (chosen and blood) and how a caring and compassionate treatment team can make all of the difference.  

Be sure to subscribe to the show so you don't miss part 2 of Anita's story!

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DEAR MAN is Laurie's favorite DBT skill. If you've listened to any episodes of this series or her previous podcasts you'll have heard ALL about it. But it's such a helpful skill that there's always an excuse to hear other examples where it's used.

The DEAR MAN skill, from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), helps effectively ask for what you want or say no while maintaining relationships and self-respect. It stands for: Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, Negotiate. It’s used to communicate needs clearly and handle conflicts constructively.

It's SO helpful!

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Shannon (@natureanditsnoise) shares about her BPD diagnosis, how supportive family role models impacted how she reacted to her diagnosis and the impact of nature as a healing space for her. Shannon emphasizes the power of the Super Feeler community has on her journey and the unique strengths that come with being a Super Feeler. 

You can listen to Shannon's podcast If These Trees Could Talk (@ifthesetreescouldtalk.podcast) and her episode about her journey around suicide here. 

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Dive into interpersonal effectiveness skills from dialectical behaviour therapy with Laurie, Shanthi and Dave!

In this episode they discuss the importance of clarifying priorities and figuring out what matters most in relationships. They also share personal experiences and insights on how to navigate interpersonal interactions effectively.

They  discuss the trap of focusing too much on self-respect and not considering the needs of others and share personal experiences and insights on how this skill can be applied in real-life situations.

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Chelsea shares her journey as a superfeeler and how it has impacted her life. She discusses her struggles with postpartum depression, psychosis, OCD, and mastitis after giving birth to her son. 

Chelsea talks about her decision to quit her job and enroll in school, only to face the challenges of online learning and being diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood. 

She also opens up about her experiences with self-medication and hospitalization, as well as her diagnosis of ADHD and the positive impact of medication. 

Throughout the episode, Chelsea reflects on her family relationships and how she's had to learn to prioritize her own well-being and set boundaries for herself and her son to help break the cycle of invalidation and trauma that she experienced. 

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In this episode, Laurie, Shanthi, and Dave the DBT Skill Effectively, using Chapter 5 of the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington. 
 
The group shares personal experiences and insights on using this skill in various situations, such as dealing with difficult family dynamics and customer service interactions. They also discuss the importance of assuming good intentions and understanding that everyone is doing their best. 

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Megan (@borderlinebarrister) was first diagnosed with BPD while in law school.

She discusses her experiences with mental health throughout her life, including struggles with anxiety and panic attacks. Megan discusses her journey of living with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and the impact it has had on her relationships, including with her parents and her partner. 

Megan shares her decision to be open about her diagnosis and create the Instagram account BorderlineBarrister to raise awareness around professionals living with this diagnosis and provide support for others with BPD. She highlights the need for positive role models and representation in the BPD community. 

Of note, Megan is part of the DBT Skills series - so be sure to check those episodes out to learn more about how she uses skills in her day to day life! 

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