Mental Heath, anyone?...

Lacey_Locket
Lacey_Locket Posts: 58 Member
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Anyone out there who struggles with their mental health? I have borderline personality disorder which can make my mood, emotions, behaviours, anxieties and motivation- incredibly variable. It's something that I am in control of for the most part as I was diagnosed 20 years ago, so have learned some strong coping techniques! but there's always that little spark inside me that can influence my day (for the good or bad!) and when I'm up- I'm UP! 💥 But I can come down quickly (and go back up just as quickly!) depending on pretty much anything and everything. I keep myself grounded with work, family, socialising (lots) and coming here every day to soak up the sunshine and motivation from my amazing 'fit fam' (some people are genuinely amazing 💕) I've not had a great day today, on the way down from days of 'high'. So I thought I'd come here to say, if you struggle with your mental health, or in any way at all really! free to add someone who understands ☺️ and if you read this and think "what a complete loser" good luck with your everything anyway! ☺️✨

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  • gewel321
    gewel321 Posts: 718 Member
    I am a therapist and I wrote a women's specific program for an inpatient hospital using DBT methodology. If you haven't looked into it I really suggest it. The founder of DBT had BDP and was able to really pinpoint the skills that someone with this diagnosis responds to.
  • Lacey_Locket
    Lacey_Locket Posts: 58 Member
    gewel321 wrote: »
    I am a therapist and I wrote a women's specific program for an inpatient hospital using DBT methodology. If you haven't looked into it I really suggest it. The founder of DBT had BDP and was able to really pinpoint the skills that someone with this diagnosis responds to.

    Thank you for your reply ☺️ I have heard of CBT, but not DBT, I will look into it thank you x
  • lilharumaki
    lilharumaki Posts: 112 Member
    Hello! Nice to meet you! I’m glad to hear you’re managing your symptoms 💜 I also struggle with body dysmorphic disorder and OCD, which makes dieting and stuff very touchy for me because I tend to become obsessive. I totally understand how you feel! Let’s support each other!!
  • nadarathecat
    nadarathecat Posts: 4 Member
    Hi! I deal with generalized anxiety disorder with a dash of depression for some extra flavor. My husband was also recently diagnosed with BPD and he is not yet managing things very well. Its been very difficult so it is so wonderful to hear that you have found some strategies that help you manage.
  • lizzywks
    lizzywks Posts: 17 Member
    It is really cool to meet you. I am diagnosed with bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and borderline personality disorder it is cool to have other people on here that struggle with these and others as well. Please feel free to add me.
  • Jackiefrost1013
    Jackiefrost1013 Posts: 31 Member
    Hello everyone! I have bipolar and anxiety disorder bother managed with meds. Took a very long time to find the right combination of meds but recently found the right ones and am finally able to live a normal life. Any of you are welcome to add me.
  • Dayannahernandez30
    Dayannahernandez30 Posts: 30 Member
    having anxiety
  • RockingWithLJ
    RockingWithLJ Posts: 243 Member
    I am easily frustrated and have issues controlling my emotions. I have never been diagnosed with anything because I have never been able to afford going to someone to be diagnosed.
    Now I keep a journal of my slip ups and try to work on it on my own every day.
  • Jackiefrost1013
    Jackiefrost1013 Posts: 31 Member
    RockingWithLJ wrote: »
    I am easily frustrated and have issues controlling my emotions. I have never been diagnosed with anything because I have never been able to afford going to someone to be diagnosed.
    Now I keep a journal of my slip ups and try to work on it on my own every day.

    Journaling is a great coping mechanism! I wish you well.
  • Lacey_Locket
    Lacey_Locket Posts: 58 Member

    Hey everyone, I was not expecting any response to my post.... thank you all so much for reaching out and feeling comfortable to share your struggles- we don't speak about our mental health enough...!
    feel free to add me if you haven't already and we can support each other 😘 ✨
  • afladie23
    afladie23 Posts: 5 Member
    Hello! I’ve got bipolar and depression. Sometimes anxiety. The bipolar can make me super motivated one day but not give a *kitten* another day. It can suck. I’m really looking for some support. I’m trying to lose 100+ lbs.
  • Lacey_Locket
    Lacey_Locket Posts: 58 Member
    afladie23 wrote: »
    Hello! I’ve got bipolar and depression. Sometimes anxiety. The bipolar can make me super motivated one day but not give a *kitten* another day. It can suck. I’m really looking for some support. I’m trying to lose 100+ lbs.

    Bless you.... I have added you ☺️

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