Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
Episode 141: Susanna Brisk
Episode 141: Susanna Brisk
Episode 141: Susanna Brisk
Friday 15th November 2013
Susanna Brisk discusses living with Borderline Personality Disorder, sharing personal stories and coping mechanisms in 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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Get the buttons here!Susanna Brisk: Navigating Life with Borderline Personality Disorder
It's hard enough, I think, when you're mentally well, but when you have issues, everything just becomes more difficult.
Ever wondered what it's like to live with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', Susanna Brisk, a blogger, author, performer, and mom, offers an unfiltered look into her life with BPD. With a mix of humor and raw honesty, she opens up about her emotionally turbulent childhood with Russian Jewish relatives who moved from Estonia to Australia.
Susanna doesn’t shy away from discussing the challenges she faces daily, from managing intense emotions to coping with the fear that her performing dreams might never materialize. She also dives into how BPD impacts her relationships with family and friends, shedding light on the attachment issues and abandonment fears that often accompany the disorder. Susanna shares the coping mechanisms she's developed over the years, including her struggles with self-harm, to provide listeners with a realistic view of living with BPD.
Her candidness aims to break down societal stigmas around mental health and offer hope to those grappling with similar issues. This episode is more than just a personal story; it's a heartfelt conversation that provides comfort and understanding for anyone dealing with BPD or supporting someone who is. Susanna's insights make it clear that while life with BPD can be incredibly challenging, it's also filled with moments of resilience and strength.
Tune in to hear her journey and perhaps find some solace in knowing you're not alone.