Breaking Free from BPD/NPD Relationships: Personal Responsibility and Healing
Episode Overview
Recognise your own role in the relationship without self-blame. Understand that individuals with BPD are not always consciously manipulative. Focus on your emotional investments and choice points. Take practical steps towards breaking free from toxic bonds. Seek compassionate advice and support for your healing journey.
You are not to blame for what a BPD or BPD/NPD did to you.
In this episode of 'Surviving BPD Relationship Breakups', A.J. Mahari, a seasoned counsellor and trauma recovery coach, tackles the complex dynamics of relationships involving individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). With over 30 years of experience, A.J. shares her personal journey and professional insights, focusing on the importance of taking personal responsibility in the healing process.
She emphasises that while you are not to blame for the actions of someone with BPD or NPD, recognising your own role in the relationship is crucial for breaking free from toxic bonds. A.J. dismantles common misconceptions about BPD behaviour, highlighting that most individuals with BPD are not consciously manipulative. Instead, she encourages listeners to understand their own emotional investments and choice points within these relationships. Through candid anecdotes and compassionate advice, A.J.
offers hope and practical steps for those struggling to reclaim their lives after a breakup with a BPD/NPD partner. By acknowledging your own responsibility without self-blame, you can begin to heal and move forward. If you're feeling trapped in a cycle of blame and confusion, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you break free and find your path to recovery.