Raising Awareness of BPD - Flipping the Script

[Oaktree]

Hi I was just reading a new members experience and they referred to their self harming a fair bit. I am feeling a bit triggered. I haven't self harmed for some years but I feel like it would be easy to slip back there. I am going through a lot of past issues right now as I am beginning trauma therapy with my psych. I don't have very high self esteem which isn't helpful as far as self harm goes. Anyone feel up to a chat? @BPDSurvivor 

Meggle

[Oaktree]

@Former-Member 

Hi I am considering calling the clinic out of hours team. Any advice?

Meggle

[Oaktree]

I tried ringing for support but can't get through right now! Hopefully they will call back soon.

[BPDSurvivor]

Hi @Oaktree !

I'm certainly up for a chat!

I feel it so important to support each other, particularly when things are tough. A sense of belonging and connection goes a long way in terms of recovery.

What's happening on your side of the world which you'd like to chat about? Anything in particular?

BPDSurvivor

[Former-Member]

Hi @Oaktree, 

Sorry to hear you're having a hard night after feeling triggered here. I'm glad you are being proactive and looking after yourself.

Have you tried calling a crisis helpline like Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467) or Lifeline (13 11 14)? I encourage you to reach out to them tonight.

Here with you,

Sphinxly

[Oaktree]

@Former-Member 

Just talked to the out of hours team and they suggested a few different distractions to help out. Thank you for your response.

 
Meggle

[Former-Member]

So glad to hear @Oaktree  🧡

Take care,

Sphinxly🤗

[BPDSurvivor]

How are you @Oaktree ?

 Just checking in.

[Oaktree]

Hey @BPDSurvivor 

I am ok.

Went to bed.

Just up to take medication.

Then back to sleep.

Thanks for checking in.

[BPDSurvivor]

Has today been better for you @Oaktree ?