Louise Barnett
Louise Barnett
39. Real Life: How a Borderline/Bipolar Navigates Attachment Style
39. Real Life: How a Borderline/Bipolar Navigates Attachment Style
39. Real Life: How a Borderline/Bipolar Navigates Attachment Style
Thursday 16th March 2023
Louise Barnett reveals how she manages attachment styles with borderline and bipolar disorder on 'Together S.O.B.E.R.'
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Attachment Styles: Louise Barnett's Journey with Borderline and Bipolar Disorder
I feel sometimes like I'm a toddler, I feel like you know I'm Two Plus Years sober, so I'm basically Two Years Old. That's, quite frankly, fucking embarrassing and I would have rather not shared with you, but I wanted to show you exactly what I did.
What happens when your partner leaves for a 10-day trip, and you're left grappling with your attachment style? Louise Barnett knows this scenario all too well. In this episode of 'Together S.O.B.E.R.', she opens up about her personal struggles with Disorganized/Fearful-Avoidant attachment styles, exacerbated by her borderline and bipolar diagnoses. When her spouse went away, old habits resurfaced, but with the help of her psychologist, she found ways to navigate through the emotional chaos.
Louise shares the practical steps she took to manage her attachment issues, offering listeners a candid look into her journey of self-awareness and recovery. From therapy sessions to support groups, she delves into the tools that have helped her maintain sobriety and mental peace. This episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with attachment issues or looking for strategies to overcome emotional turmoil in relationships.