Note: This is an OG episode of BFTB. For some of my older episodes, I’ve decided to archive them and make them available only for Premium Submarines. Enjoy this throwback episode.Original episode description: If you identify with the symptoms of borderline personality disorder (also known as BPD or EUPD), it’s likely you’ve heard of “splitting.” Splitting is a defense mechanism that causes a person to view something or someone in ‘black and white’ terms (i.e., “all good” or “all bad.) This episode is part one in a three-part deep dive series on BPD splitting behaviors. If you identify with BPD, it’s likely you’re not conscious of when you’re splitting or why it happens. This can be a very painful and isolating experience. By listening to this series, you'll finally become aware of these self-sabotaging patterns and become better connected to yourself and those around you...
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episode 12: 12. Understanding the BPD Relationship Cycle
People with borderline personality disorder (BPD) often have rocky relationships, both romantic and platonic. Romantic relationships present a unique set of challenges for people with BPD and for their partners. Symptoms of BPD (EUPD) can cause constant changes in emotions. For example, a person with BPD may be affectionate and doting, but within a few hours, their emotional state may switch. They may feel smothered or overwhelmed. This can lead them to push away the partner they had just been drawing closer. With treatment and continual support from family and partners, people with BPD can have successful relationships.
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Below is a breakdown of the subjects covered in today's episode:
• Why is intimacy important?
• What are the different types of intimacy (experiential, emotional, intellectual, sexual)
• BPD & fear of intimacy (abandonment issues, fear of rejection, control issues, past abuse)
• BPD's impact on intimacy (abandonment sensitivity, lying, impulsive sexuality, self-harm, dissociative symptoms)
• What the research says about intimacy & BPD
• Starting a relationship with someone with BPD
• The BPD relationship cycle (stages 1-6)
• Tips for both people with BPD and for loved ones on improving intimacy and relationship stability
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