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Pursuit of Wellness
My Mental Health Journey: BPD & OCD, The Steps I’m Taking To Heal
Oct 17, 2024
Journeying through mental health challenges, the host shares personal insights on living with borderline personality disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. They discuss early therapy experiences, navigating anxiety from a mobile childhood, and the difficulties faced in college. With a focus on healing, valuable tips and routines highlight their path to regaining control and maintaining a positive mindset. This candid reflection offers hope and practical advice for anyone grappling with similar struggles.
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- The speaker's childhood instability and early therapy experiences shaped her understanding of mental health and the onset of BPD symptoms.
- Implementing consistent self-care routines, including diet, exercise, and mindfulness, has been vital for her ongoing mental health management and resilience.
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Understanding Childhood Influences on Mental Health
The speaker reflects on how her childhood, marked by frequent relocations and a tumultuous home environment, shaped her mental health struggles. Growing up, she experienced anxiety and feelings of instability, which were compounded by her parents' divorce during her teenage years. This backdrop created a sense of not belonging, exacerbating her emotional sensitivity and leading to misconceptions about her mental health. Ultimately, she began therapy at a young age, which laid the groundwork for her understanding and management of her mental health challenges.
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