Counsellor A.J. Mahari
Counsellor A.J. Mahari
Borderline Inability To Communicate Part 2 Tennis Anyone?
Borderline Inability To Communicate Part 2 Tennis Anyone?
Borderline Inability To Communicate Part 2 Tennis Anyone?
Monday 12th September 2022
A.J. Mahari discusses the challenges of communicating with untreated BPD and offers strategies for better understanding and healing.
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Counsellor A.J. Mahari
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Healing Relationships
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Get the buttons here!The Communication Maze: Understanding Untreated BPD
All of the expectations within the boundaries of the relationship or the communication are gone, and you're still trying to use logic. They cannot hear you, especially untreated, because when you are speaking for you. It's like: and now this tennis ball releasing machine, whatever they're called, is firing all these tennis balls at you.
Ever tried to have a conversation that feels like hitting a tennis ball against a wall, only to have it bounce back unpredictably? In this episode, A.J. Mahari dives into the frustrating world of communicating with someone who has untreated Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). With three decades of counseling experience, Mahari breaks down why these interactions often seem like an endless loop of confusion and miscommunication.
Using the vivid analogy of a tennis match, Mahari explains how conversations with untreated BPD individuals can feel like being overwhelmed by a relentless stream of tennis balls from a machine. There's no give-and-take, just a barrage of defensive responses. This episode doesn't just highlight the problem; it also offers hope. Mahari discusses various treatment options available for those with BPD and their loved ones, shedding light on paths to better communication and understanding.
Whether you're a therapist, someone with BPD, or someone who loves someone with BPD, you'll find valuable insights and practical advice here. Mahari's empathetic approach ensures that listeners walk away with a deeper understanding of the communication hurdles posed by untreated BPD and strategies to navigate them. Tune in to learn how to move from chaos to clarity in your conversations.