Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson

Bold Beautiful Borderline

Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson

  • Surviving the Broken System pt. 1

Surviving the Broken System pt. 1

Monday 19th July 2021

Linda's journey through the broken mental health system with BPD is a story of resilience and survival. Listen to her powerful story now.
29 minutes
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Bold Beautiful Borderline
Author:
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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Surviving the System: Linda's Journey with BPD and Involuntary Commitment

Someone with BPD feels those amounts of hurt on an everyday level.
Ever wondered how someone survives a broken mental health system? In this gripping episode of 'Bold Beautiful Borderline', hosts Sara Amundson and Laurie Edmundson sit down with Linda to discuss her harrowing experiences with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Linda opens up about her encounters with police intervention, hospitalization, and inappropriate treatment, painting a vivid picture of the challenges she faced. Her story isn't just about the hardships; it's also about resilience and finding humanity in an often inhumane system.
Sara and Laurie provide a safe space for Linda to share her survival techniques, offering listeners practical advice on navigating similar situations. This episode comes with a trigger warning due to its discussion of police, suicidality, and mistreatment in care. It's a raw, honest conversation that sheds light on the flaws in our mental health system while emphasizing the importance of seeking help and building a support network.
If you're looking for a story of strength and survival, this episode is a must-listen.