Blog, Philosophy/Spirituality

Childhood Trauma, Spirituality and the Human Condition

As a deeply spiritual individual who is living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), I have come across a few hurdles – or cognitive dissonances – with my spirituality in the last few years. I wanted to explore a few of these ideas a bit more deeply. Keep reading for more of my philosophical rambling.

Blog, Mental Health

Medicinal Cannabis: CBD, THC and Mental Health

Medicinal Cannabis: CBD, THC and Mental Health Though I am a huge advocate for the benefits of both CBD and THC based on personal experiences, last year I decided to study a Cannabis and Mental Health Course so I could deepen my understanding of cannabis products and make sure that I had an awareness of… Continue reading Medicinal Cannabis: CBD, THC and Mental Health

Blog, Mental Health

How to Self-Soothe For Distress Tolerance

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