How the effects of social isolation are impacting life with EUPD/BPD alongside other mental health conditions.
All tagged self-care
Radio and realisations
Insights into being part of a radio feature and realisations regarding having EUPD/BPD and feeling suicidal.
Respite reflections
“I have a personality disorder.”
“Really? I couldn’t tell…!”
Reflections on diagnostic labels after a respite stay.
Knowing when to stop
Keeping busy is good distraction but self-care has its place too.
Petitions and patience
Launching my petition for better PD services and the ongoing search for motivation.
Busy keeping busy
Insights into recent activities related to mental health and why this time of year is important.
Care and compassion
A focus on self-care and acceptance when thoughts and feelings become overwhelming.
Difficult days
Insights into the days after my first EMDR based session and the need for self-care.
Gratitude and identity
How identity is important for self-acceptance and being grateful for those around me.
Balancing challenge with self-care
It is very easy to overlook the simple things in life, particularly in times of distress but small victories really can contribute to larger ones.