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EP 241: BPD & Substance Abuse Disorder - Emily ’Fraulein’
EP 241: BPD & Substance Abuse Disorder - Emily ’Fraulein’
EP 241: BPD & Substance Abuse Disorder - Emily ’Fraulein’
Tuesday 17th May 2022
Emily 'Fraulein' discusses healing from BPD and Substance Abuse Disorder through therapy, sobriety, and self-compassion on Sobertown Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Emily's Journey: Healing from BPD and Substance Abuse Disorder
There's no way that I can continue my progress in healing from BPD if I'm also drinking. But, like I said, despite years of this therapy, I didn't really see improvement until I removed alcohol completely from the question.
How do you cope when your emotions feel like a rollercoaster, and substances seem like the only way to steady the ride? In this eye-opening episode of Sobertown Podcast, Emily 'Fraulein' shares her deeply personal story of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Substance Abuse Disorder. After a life-altering crisis in 2019 led to her admission to a psychiatric hospital, Emily was diagnosed with BPD, a condition often misunderstood and heavily stigmatized.
This episode is a candid look at her journey from chaos to clarity. Emily talks about the symptomatic overlap between BPD and substance abuse, revealing how impulsivity and emotional instability can drive one to seek solace in harmful habits. She also delves into the comorbidity of these disorders, explaining how they can exacerbate each other. One of the most compelling parts of her story is her path to healing.
Through specialized therapy, sobriety, and a hefty dose of self-compassion, Emily has found ways to manage her symptoms and reclaim her life. She introduces listeners to practical exercises from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a powerful tool that has helped her curb impulsive behaviors and make healthier choices. For anyone struggling with BPD or substance abuse, Emily's story is both a beacon of hope and a practical guide.
Tune in to learn how removing alcohol from the equation can be a crucial step towards recovery and emotional regulation.