From Borderline to Beautiful: Hope and Help for BPD with Rose Skeeters, MA, LPC, PN2

Do you feel like giving up? Throwing in the towel? Do you feel like no matter how hard you try things don't get better and the mountain you have to climb to reach your goals gets steeper and steeper? Borderline Personality Disorder recovery work is often painful and difficult . Listen in today to hear a message of hope and encouragement and to add perseverance and grit to your moral compass! Remem...

Without learning how to trust yourself, recovering from BPD is near impossible. Start learning how to trust yourself by developing your character and practicing being a person of integrity. Remember to spread the word that BPD/CPTSD/EUPD are all disorders that hurt, though that we can recover from with tenacity, patient endurance, and hard work! Contact us today at 1-844-9-THRIVE. Jay@thriveonline...

"Could I be misdiagnosed with BPD? Is it Autism?" In this episode, I address the overlap between Autism and BPD. I also talk about social skills deficits and deficiencies of theory of mind that are found in both diagnoses. Remember to spread the word that BPD/CPTSD/EUPD are all disorders that hurt, though that we can recover from with tenacity, patient endurance, and hard work! Contact us today at...

In this episode I address a listener’s concern about being a victim. She wanted to know how to “stop being a victim” because she was a victim of abuse as many individuals with CPTSD, BPD, EUPD and trauma are. Listen in today to hear my perspective on victim hood. Check us out on the web at thriveonlinecounseling,com . Call us at 844-9-THRIVE . Send us an email at contact@thriveonlinecounseling.com

Individuals with diagnoses of BPD, CPTSD, EUPD often have a history of trauma. When trauma occurs in childhood, it leaves an aftermath of discomfort, confusion, chaos, and anxiety. In order to begin moral compass work and identity development, we have to cultivate a safety for ourselves and for those around us. In this episode, I offer 3 ways to begin taking care of yourself and cultivating safety...

Borderline Personality Disorder is no longer consider a chronic mental illness. There is hope. Recovery can happen! This week, I interview Grace. Grace’s story is inspiring, motivating, and genuine. Her drive and passion to recover lead her to this podcast after a series of negative Facebook groups, where members were perpetuating the stigma behind BPD, EUPD, and CPTSD. Listen in as Grace shares h...

Recovery from BPD is not a linear process. It is hard work and requires truth, patience, trust, self discipline, bravery, and perseverance. In this episode, I interview a past mindset coaching client, Rebecca. Rebecca has all of these qualities and then some. She fought hard to overcome her inability to trust herself and those around her. Rebecca's tenacity is nothing short of inspiring. If you ar...

May is Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month! We are kicking off this important event with recovery stories. This week, I interview Aleisia. Aleisia has been on her recovery journey for a little over a year now. She is thriving and continues to work on growth. Aleisia wanted to share her story with you all. You can follow her on IG and Twitter: @Aleisia98. Check us out on the web: https:...

In this episode, I share my own struggle over trying to control the world around me. I also answer some questions about invalidating family and how I refocused after a break up. Schedule online today at : https://www.thriveonlinecounseling.com Call us at 1-844-9-THRIVE or email us at Rose@thriveonlinecounseling.com OR Jay@thriveonlinecounseling.com

In this episode, I talk about becoming an energy giving person and how to begin the process of seeing the world from a more positive perspective. Having BPD is draining, though the people we are becoming can be energy giving! I also address a question about divorce, communication, reality, and living a congruent life. Get your FROMB2B merchandise here: https://teespring.com/stores/thrive-merchandi...

In this episode, I tackle a listener’s question about her partner with BPD. When he feels attacked, it can seem like he is gaslighting her, though she knows he doesn’t intend to do this. I explain what I believe happens in these scenarios and how both the partner and individual with BPD/CPTSD/EUPD can overcome this pattern. I also answer a question submitted by listener Ramona about identity devel...

Did you know that there are 256 possible combinations of criteria that may yield the same diagnosis of BPD?! This means that two people with BPD may have only 1 diagnostic criteria in common. Because BPD has so many differences in severity and presence, researchers began to create theories based on types and subtypes of BPD. Check out this episode to learn about the different types and subtypes an...

In this episode, I take a time out to celebrate the hard work of recovery and talk about the importance of self- love, self-care, and compassion as you recover from having BPD. Visit us on the web at: https://www.thriveonlinecounseling.com Give us a call at : 844-9-THRIVE Contact is at: Rose@thriveonlinecounseling.com OR Jay@thriveonlinecounseling.com Thanks for listening!

People with BPD are highly sensitive, often carrying the world’s problems and emotions on their shoulders. In this episode, I talk about social injustice and how to impact change on a macro level by starting with interpersonal relationships. I also answer a question about Quiet BPD. Thanks for listening! Schedule today here: https://www.thriveonlinecounseling.com Contact us at : 1-844-9-THRIVE ......

Recovery from BPD means letting go of resentment, rebuilding trust, and learning how to choose forgiveness- for both the individual with BPD and their loved ones. In this episode, Jay and I talk about how we got through the hard times/ my episodes and how he was able to let go of resentment. We also answer a listener's question about manipulation and control. Schedule with Jay by emailing him at j...

In this episode, I reintroduce myself to new listeners, redefine recovery, offer hope, & talk about what I have learned and how I will need to level up this next year. I also answer a listener’s question about how to begin being less intense as she re-enters into a romantic relationship. Stay tuned next week when Jay and I will be talking about resentment that builds in relationships when one pers...

In this episode, I talk more about character development, how it’s linked to identity development and a way to trick your BPD brain into remembering why you started on your recovery journey, even when you are having a good day. Contact us today at 1-844-9-THRIVE or rose@thriveonlinecounseling.com. You can schedule with Jay here: jay@thriveonlinecounseling.com

In this episode, I talk about feeling powerful, strong and capable and how the BPD brain often finds power through bullying. I offer reflection questions to ask yourself if there is a different way to experience strength and control as well as some ideas of my own. I also answer a Q & A about negative and impulsive behavior even when things are going well and what to do about it. Schedule your...

In this episode, Jay and Rose discuss acceptance of where people are in recovery as well as a different kind of perfect and how to focus on the right things as you grow. Recovery requires patience at each stage. Contact us today at : https://www.thriveonlinecounseling.com Jay is accepting mindset coaching at this time. His online schedule will be available soon. In the meantime, please email him h...

In this episode, I discuss emotion regulation tips that are often taught in the context of DBT. I also address a listener's concern and speak to the idea of recovery being a very difficult path to walk.  Visit us on the web at https://www.thriveonlinecounseling.com/ . Jay Skeeters is accepting mindset coaching clients once again. Jay works with individuals with CPTSD, anxiety, depression, &am...

Sam is back this week to talk about her transformation and how recovery is going now. We tackle the question of how and Sam offers hope and inspiration. She even started her own Coaching business and Ministry! Listen in today to hear how Sam continues to crush BPD recovery. Contact her here: https://www.facebook.com/Sams-Silver-Lining-100286961884885/ and listen to her podcast here : https://ancho...

In this episode of From Borderline to Beautiful, I interview Dr. Josephine McNary. She answers listener's questions about Borderline Personality Disorder and medications as well as with way to consider communicating with your psychiatrist to best get your needs met. Dr. McNary is a board-certified general psychiatrist, working with a variety of patients in her outpatient practice. She specializes...

In this episode of From Borderline to Beautiful, I interview Lisa Mustard, an inspiring therapist, entrepreneur, and warrior woman! Listen in today for motivation and inspiration to continue on your recovery journey. Check out Zyia Activewear here: https://lisamustard.com/active-wear/ and contact me here: Rose@thriveonlinecounseling.com or Jay@thriveonlinecounseling.com. Schedule your initial sess...

In this episode, I talk about the BPD escape clause or tendency to escape reality when life gets to be too much, too intense, too overwhelming. I also offer an antidote to the escape clause. In the Q & A, I talk about exercise and how to experience physical discomfort without panicking.

Still have an FP or and FH? Improve your relationships by having better role models. Good role models are key to growth and development. Learn how and what to do if you didn’t grow up with any or don’t know of any now in this episode. Also, thank you to Maris for voicing a how?! question that many can relate to. Check out the answer in the Q and A. Contact us at : Rose@thriveonlinecounseling.com o...