Facing the Realities of BPD: Misconceptions and Self-Healing
Episode Overview
Understanding the complexities of BPD and codependency in relationships Challenges of trying to empower someone with BPD to make healthier life choices Importance of focusing on your own healing and recovery journey Exploring the reality of trauma bonds and setting boundaries in BPD dynamics Dispelling misconceptions about BPD and the dynamics of BPD relationships
You can't fix them, change them, rescue them, you can enable them, you can lose yourself, you'll be in agony, you need a healing recovery process afterwards because many people with codependency have a cluster B parent, not all, but many.
Ever felt like you're walking on eggshells around someone with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? In this episode, A.J. Mahari tackles the tough truths about trying to help those with BPD make healthier life choices. It's not as simple as it sounds, and Mahari breaks down why. She addresses a controversial YouTuber who misleadingly claims that codependents need to be 'perfect' before engaging with someone with BPD.
This episode sheds light on the misunderstandings and false narratives that can make an already challenging situation even harder. Mahari emphasizes the importance of focusing on your own healing journey rather than trying to 'fix' someone else. With over 30 years of experience, her insights are both compassionate and practical, offering a balanced view on these complex relationships.
Whether you're dealing with BPD in a partner, family member, or friend, this episode provides valuable perspectives to help you navigate these tumultuous waters.