Free BPD Resources – Access supportive, stigma-free BPD resources rooted in real experience. This collection includes emotion regulation tools, identity work, and recovery-focused posts created to help make sense of the intensity and support healing over time.
Everyone has a shadow self, or an unconscious self. Everyone has secrets, things they’re ashamed of, things they block out of their mind or numb as a form of protection. But what exactly is a shadow self? How can we access our shadow selves? And how can we start healing through the use of shadow work journal prompts? Read more to find out.
I strongly believe that journaling can be an incredible tool to help just about anyone stay on top of their mental health and wellbeing. In fact, my journal is like my own personal life-bible and I do not know how I would cope without it. That’s why I put together this ultimate guide to journaling for mental health - so that I can share everything I’ve learnt on my mental health journaling journey so far with you guys and hopefully spark some positivity for you too. Read more today.
Trauma can be a debilitating experience that affects us physically, emotionally and mentally. However, it is possible regulate some of the emotional charge associated with traumatic memories through trauma-informed yoga. For me, yoga has helped me process and accept my diagnosis of BPD, as well as regulate my distressing symptoms and trauma responses. Learn how in this journal.
How to Self-Soothe For Distress Tolerance Self-soothing strategies help us cope with overwhelming and intense emotions. These techniques soothe the mind and body when in a state of distress, which can make them especially helpful for coping with mental health problems or mental illnesses, in particular Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) episodes. Self-soothing techniques are also… Continue reading How to Self-Soothe For Distress Tolerance
With the lifestyle changes I’ve had to make to take better care of my mental health, the life I was living a couple of years ago seems worlds away from where I’m at now. From living with a diagnosis, to living with breakdowns, medication and living an alcohol-free lifestyle, you can read all about my personal experiences of living with BPD in this insightful journal.
Eliza Blooms 