Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson

Bold Beautiful Borderline

Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson

  • Dissociation, however you say it

Dissociation, however you say it

Monday 11th January 2021

Join Laurie and Sara on 'Bold Beautiful Borderline' as they discuss dissociation in BPD, exploring triggers, personal stories, and grounding techniques.
17 minutes
Raw
Honest
Informative
Thought-provoking
Engaging

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Bold Beautiful Borderline
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Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Categories:
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Dissociation and Joy: Understanding BPD's Complex Coping Mechanism

Dissociation is a coping mechanism that can sometimes take away from happy moments like getting engaged or seeing Eminem in concert. - Laurie Edmundson
Ever felt like you're floating outside your own body or losing track of time? In this episode of 'Bold Beautiful Borderline', hosts Laurie Edmundson and Sara Amundson tackle the complex and often misunderstood phenomenon of dissociation. While many associate dissociation with past trauma or negative experiences, Laurie shares a surprising twist—she sometimes dissociates during intensely happy moments, like getting engaged or attending an Eminem concert.
This candid discussion dives deep into how dissociation manifests differently for everyone, offering listeners a nuanced view of this coping mechanism. Laurie and Sara also share practical grounding techniques to help 'come back' from dissociation, making this episode both informative and relatable. Whether you're living with BPD, supporting someone who is, or just curious about mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt stories that resonate.