A roller-coaster of emotion—Borderline Personality DisorderA roller-coaster of emotion—Borderline Personality Disorder
All In The Mind
Gabby was on an emotional roller-coaster, feeling empty and needy. After lashing out in anger, she’d regret it and say sorry over and over again. Her partner, Eliza, felt like she was walking on eggshells, always fearful of arousing Gabby’s intense emotions. Gabby was diagnosed with the highly stigmatised Borderline Personality Disorder. They share their journey together to a calmer and happier life. ** Trigger warning: please note that this interview contains references to self-harm, abuse, and violence**
29:05•6 Oct 2019
Emotional Turbulence: A Journey with Borderline Personality Disorder
“For me, mainly, the memories had to be surfaced, and then I was able to start working on the emotions around that, and I did dialectic behaviour therapy, which has absolutely changed my life.”
Gabby felt like she was on a never-ending emotional roller-coaster, swinging from intense joy to deep sadness in the blink of an eye. Her partner, Eliza, constantly felt like she was walking on eggshells, worried about triggering Gabby's powerful emotions. Diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Gabby faced the stigma and challenges that come with this condition, marked by emotional instability, unstable relationships, and overwhelming feelings of emptiness and neediness.
In this episode of 'All In The Mind', Gabby and Eliza open up about their journey towards a calmer and happier life together. Gabby shares her struggles and breakthroughs, highlighting how dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) played a crucial role in helping her name and regulate her emotions. Dr. Maria Nazo provides expert insights into the importance of tailored psychotherapeutic approaches for treating BPD.
The episode offers a blend of personal stories and professional perspectives, ending on a hopeful note with Dr. Nazo's optimism about the progress being made for those living with BPD. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of BPD and the path to emotional stability.
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