Bold Beautiful Borderline

Hattie lives with Autism and BPD and has been married to her FP for over 20 years, has several queer children, and is an advocate for always growing, reading, learning, writing, and learning about who you are. She was raised in a strict religious environment that did not encourage her to unlearn the ways that religion could be hurtful instead of helpful. I've really admired her application of...

This episode explores the harmful impact of stigma surrounding psychotropic medication , how it prevents people from seeking necessary care, and why shifting the conversation is essential for mental health advocacy. As a society we HAVE to promote a more compassionate, informed approach to medication as a tool for healing—not a sign of weakness. PEER-REVIEWED RESEARCH Societal stigma on medication...

Today Andy, a longtime friend of my husband, joins the podcast. Andy talks with us about his work professionally in peer support, his lived experience with Bipolar Disorder including institutionalization as a minor, and his upcoming top surgery. Thank you, Andy, for sharing your story on the podcast!  If you want to watch the episode, here ya go!  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and...

Nicole founded a BPD resource hub non-profit called Press Pause,  Inc.( www.showmegrace.org ). She joins us today to talk about her experience being black, West Indian, and a single mom, who lives with BPD and a variety of autoimmune conditions. And against all odds, including waking up from a coma, becomes a college graduate 3 times over, a business owner, a non-profit founder, and a career and l...

What is gaslighting? This is a word I've been thinking a lot about lately with the current political climate. Talon and I get into it - what it is, how it works, and how to take care of yourself with what's been happening lately.  PS - this episode IS ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Vw9Sb9MpfZM   Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find S...

Nicole founded a BPD resource hub non-profit called Press Pause,  Inc.( www.showmegrace.org ). She joins us today to talk about her experience being black, West Indian, and a single mom, who lives with BPD and a variety of autoimmune conditions. And against all odds, including waking up from a coma, becomes a college graduate 3 times over, a business owner, a non-profit founder, and a career and l...

Today Sabrina joined the podcast to talk about her experience being raised with a mom heavily involved in the AA community, her experience with attachment wounds, and her own experience raising daughters as she breaks generational cycles of trauma and mental illness. Sabrina, you're a rockstar, thank you for joining the podcast!  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to!...

Let's break down BPD anger because it's very real. BUT when you misunderstand it, it's very dangerous for all of us. In this episode I talk about a few anger stories, the reasons why we have to understand and destigmatize anger and we hear from listeners about their experience with anger, what causes it, and how it feels. They are SO beautiful and articulate answers. Enjoy!  Send us...

Self-sabotage can be easily defined by it's ChatGPT definition: "Self-sabotage is when someone undermines their own success, well-being, or goals through behaviors or thought patterns that create obstacles or prevent progress. These actions often arise unconsciously, driven by fear, self-doubt, unresolved trauma, or conflicting desires." But, it isn't as pretty as those words a...

Hey ya'll - welcome to a greatest hits episode of the pod. Remember, no new eps until the new year for a little rest. Unless of course you're on Patreon, then there's new content over there so head on over if you'd like.  This is one of the most popular episodes of 2022. It's an interesting discussion in response to a podcast I listened to from Dax Shepherd and Monica Padm...

Happy December ya'll! I'm taking the month off, as previously mentioned, so this episode is a greatest hits and it features Laurie Edmundson, previous co-host of the podcast, who can be found at laurieedmundson.com  This episode is from 2020 and we were speaking on the BPD "rollercoaster" If you want new content, please feel free to head on over to Patreon where there will be b...

What an interesting episode to record. Apparently, Nick Cannon has Narcissistic Personality Disorder. He recently came out with his NPD diagnosis and I have a lot of thoughts. 1. This is SO important that he came out publicly. 2. I didn't love the video clip response to his coming out, but perhaps I'm a bit biased. Either way, this is important dialogue that we NEED celebrities, authors,...

People pleasing is hurting us - I spoke about this a few weeks ago. In today's episode I talk about HOW to actually do this. Not just talk about it. Good luck! DBT DEAR MAN: https://dbt.tools/interpersonal_effectiveness/dear-man.php BOUNDARIES: https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/boundaries-psychoeducation-printout DR. KRISTEN NEFF - SELF COMPASSION: https://self-compassion.org/   Send us...

Claire has been on the podcast before in the past and fast forward a few years and she's married and in her final year of graduate school to become a clinical therapist. I first met Claire long before she was even engaged and I'm feeling some strange nostalgia as I write this.  HONESTLY WHERE THE F HAS TIME GONE?  Claire recently sent me a message about her struggle emotionally with a di...

People pleasing is a trauma response, and it is hurting us. Today I talk about what it is, why it hurts us, and what the statistics say about people pleasing.  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderline Corey Evans is the artist for the music featur...

It's a strange, scary day today. I'm putting out this episode to know I hear you, see you, and am with you. We talk strategies for coping.  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderline Corey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can...

Yes, I know, Suicide Prevention Month was last month. But, I have ADHD and it's late, and also, Suicide Prevention Monday is everyday when you have BPD. Today, Talon and I talk about staying alive and review your responses for why YOU stay alive.  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also f...

Hey ya'll! Today's episode is a goodie! Our friend is going to chat about their experience with Schizophrenia, community medication orders, abandonment fears, hospitalization, and BPD traits. It's not one to miss out on!   Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast...

If ya'll listened to my past episodes where I was trying to find a Mom with a 'K' name to email me because I lost her contact #, this is the Mom! I found the contact # and was able to have her review her recording to give consent for it to go live. (Thank you ADHD). Today Kimmy and I speak about her journey in parenting and how her feelings have been very big throughout the process,...

In this episode of Bold Beautiful Borderline , we explore the essential steps for building a personalized crisis plan in honor of National Suicide Prevention Month. Learn how to identify warning signs, create a support system, and develop effective coping strategies to manage mental health crises. Whether you’re struggling or supporting someone in need, this episode offers practical tools to ensur...

In today's episode you meet Jade, who is the Borderline Personality Disorder Collective Founder, Growth Manager + BPD & CPTSD Support Group Facilitator The Bristol Borderline Personality Disorder Collective (BBPDC) is a grassroots community project in South West England that helps deliver in-person peer support, as well information sharing and signposting for those living with BPD/EUPD an...

Yeah, so... I was RIDING THAT SHIT YESTERDAY. And, today I am TIRED. So, let's talk the BPD rollercoaster again and how it's leaving me feeling today because ya'll I am not well.  I apologize in advanced for the number of F words and cringey journal entries you will be exposed to.  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on...

Listen, I'm tired of people saying individuals with BPD are SOOOO mean, SOOOO manipulative, SOOOO ______________.  The research actually shows that we get manipulated too. In fact, we're at a HIGHER RISK for abuse, exploitation, etc. Let's chat about why.  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromh...

You are under NO obligation to keep seeing a therapist that isn't a good fit for you. Today Steph and I talk about this in detail because she had to fire her therapist. Listen to hear what happened and how she went about that. Thanks Steph for joining me on the podcast!  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on Instagram @borderline...

Hi ya'll! Shane is back to finish his episode of the podcast where we discuss his transition. Thanks Shane for sharing your story!  Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the show You can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderline Corey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HER...