Understanding BPD Breakups: It's Not Your Fault
Episode Overview
BPD breakups involving ghosting or discarding are not your fault. People with BPD often feel out of control in relationships. Years of therapy are often needed for individuals with BPD to have healthy relationships. Understanding codependency can help in healing from BPD breakups. It's crucial to focus on your own healing journey.
People with BPD can't take in the wonderful, don't trust positive things, aren't feeling good about themselves.
Breakups are hard, but when you're dealing with someone who has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), they can feel downright impossible. In this episode of 'Surviving BPD Relationship Breakups', host A.J. Mahari, a seasoned counsellor and trauma recovery coach, dives deep into the complexities of BPD breakups, particularly focusing on ghosting and discarding. Mahari explains that these actions are not your fault and are often beyond the control of those with untreated or not fully treated BPD.
The podcast discusses how individuals with BPD struggle with relationships due to their emotional dysregulation and unstable sense of self. Mahari highlights the importance of understanding that people with BPD often need years of therapy to manage their emotions and develop healthy relationships. This episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to make sense of a breakup with a partner who has BPD.
Mahari's empathetic and knowledgeable approach provides clarity and support, helping you realise that the chaos isn't your fault and offering guidance on how to move forward. If you're looking for insights and practical advice on navigating the aftermath of a BPD breakup, this episode is packed with valuable information that can help you heal and grow.