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Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
AJ & Cris
169 episodes
9 months ago
(On Hiatus)*Trigger warning: some episodes we discuss drugs/self-harm/sexual trauma, ect.* AJ shares his experiences with BPD, anxiety, and depression along with his husband Cris. Together they discuss their relationship's special challenges, mental health issues, and their lives as introverts. Our goal is to share personal struggles and different mental health journeys. We are not mental health professionals and have no mental health qualifications but our own experiences. We're just two introverts in love dealing with life.♥️ For ad-free episodes, become a Patron! https://borderlineidealist.com/links
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(On Hiatus)*Trigger warning: some episodes we discuss drugs/self-harm/sexual trauma, ect.* AJ shares his experiences with BPD, anxiety, and depression along with his husband Cris. Together they discuss their relationship's special challenges, mental health issues, and their lives as introverts. Our goal is to share personal struggles and different mental health journeys. We are not mental health professionals and have no mental health qualifications but our own experiences. We're just two introverts in love dealing with life.♥️ For ad-free episodes, become a Patron! https://borderlineidealist.com/links
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Episodes (20/169)
Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Stop! - DBT skill song
A song to help you use the STOP skill to the tune of "Stop," by Spice Girls! Music, video, acting, directed and produced by Aj! More song on the way! Lyrics: PERSON: I've heard you talk about the stop skill but I can never use it AJ: why? PERSON: I just can't remember to use it! AJ: well I have a fun way that can help you to remember it! PERSON: really? Okay! AJ: it's a song that came up with. PERSON: okay! AJ: and I'm going to have to sing right now so... PERSON: .. Oh no thank you AJ: Too late! Let's say: Someone just walked in, They make you frown, For some reason you don't think they like you. It's how your friends are charmed away, Distracted from what you were saying. Trying to stay grounded but those strong feelings, Makes you want to show them how bad your feeling, Youre Lost in a daze, The stranger steps your way, With a smile, asking how you're doing? You're angry from being pushed aside, You want to run out of the room and cry, That feeling so intense, Recognize when you're about to lose it. PERSON: Okay, so that's when I... STOP right now! Take a step back, Observe your surroundings, what your feeling, Find the facts? Proceed now mindfully. Don't go overreactioning, So you won't regret a thing. La la la la Remember feelings don't last forever La la la la If you use stop things will turn out better. You feel angry like you've been deserted, But acting out right now just isn't worth it, You're right to feel the emotions you do, But resist the thrill of getting even! Acting on them Consider being wise beyond your years, Recall the times you went apeshit on peers, Never makes you look too good, When you're telling everyone you didn't get what you deserve! STOP right now! Take a step back, Observe your surroundings, what your feeling, What are the fact? Proceed now mindfully. Don't go overreactioning, So you won't regret a thing. When you feel, Eyebrows arching, Temperature rising, Hands clenched, Arms stiff, You know it's time to stop that ship! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
6 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Is it rude to be assertive?

Being assertive means having the ability to speak up for ourselves in a way that is honest and respectful. You have the right to express your view point and the responsibility to speak up. In this episode, we discuss finding and practicing your assertive voice. We reenact Aj being assertive and Cris shutting down, and both our viewpoints on how we view the situation and respond. 

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
1 hour 12 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Gamify Good Habits

AJ has tried many methods to find—but most importantly maintain—the motivation to accomplish many of his long and short term goals. Over the years, he's struggled with setting goals and seeing them through, staying on task, or simply not feel overwhelmed by his tasks. When he's failed, he's riddled with feelings of guilt and disappointment, which overtime turn into depression and a sense of hopelessness. We're excited—and a little nervous—to talk to you about a new system that has truly made a big difference in the first week of implementation. Today, we're talking about a new app called Habitica. We hope this honest discussion about goals, failure, and perseverance, will inspire you to get back up, dust yourself off, and try a new approach.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
58 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Coughlin: Music & Mind

We're excited to sit down with musician Coughlin to talk about his experience in the music industry and his commitment to mental health awareness. Go to Coughlin's Instagram to Pre-Save his upcoming single, "Ridin" as heard in the intro of this episode. www.instagram.com/coughlinmusic

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
1 hour 19 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
C-PTSD & Structural Dissociation
Learn about complex post-traumatic stress disorder with us, and a common symptom called structural disassociation common with people with BPD. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
49 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Confronting Childhood Trauma
Come along with us on our morning walk! — Negative self-talk has always been in my mind passed down to me by my father. After having a discussion with him I realized I don't need his approval to succeed and we are now estranged. It took almost 30 years of my life to realize he never knew the real me, but saw me as a commodity just like my mother. I decided not to be used by them anymore to take control of my life. Healing doesn't mean forgiving, It means telling yourself that you were not responsible for what happened. It wasn't you, it was them. Now it's time to be responsible for yourself. -AJ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
35 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Healing from old wounds
My self-esteem is in the gutter. I didn't realize how bad it was. I'm haunted by expectations and perfectionism.My positive self-talk is there, but sometimes the negative voices win. So, I'm beginning a journey to reprogram myself so I'm not always playing the villain. I want to motivate myself not to belittling myself, but build myself up! -AJ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
17 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Mental Health + BPD Awareness Month
May is mental health awareness month, and also BPD awareness month. Both are important to expose people to the truth about mental health issues and fight stigma. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
43 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
If not now, then when?
Update on AJ's structure and schedule and how we can motivate ourselves out of procrastination. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
41 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 10 of Structure: TGIF
It's Friday, so I want to get as many things done as possible. Usually cleaning a room takes extra time (more than an hour), also because I'm trying not to be distracted by social media. Etsy, poetry, and #artistproblems included! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
12 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 9 of Structure: It Gets Better
Another day, another dinner. I really had a good day today. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
26 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 8 - Focus on Priorities
There are important things to do each day (making an appointment, calling a friend, emergencies, ect.) but don't let that slow you down! No one is perfect, but hell, we can try right? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
22 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 7 of Structure: Picking up the pieces
Recovering from a depressing day, I come to terms with my doubts and fear that seem inescapable. Press on! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
41 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 6 of Structure: Structure, Interrupted!
Monday was a hard day. I want to concentrate on my life, but thinking about it got me pessimistic. But I won't stop! *episode contains talk of suicide* Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
11 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Relapse & Failure
What happens when you fail? What even is failure? On this episode we discuss the missteps, roadblocks, and our eventual relapse into our old schedule despite the efforts set in motion 2 weeks ago. More importantly, we discuss how to learn and pivot to pursue our goals more efficiently and intelligently. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
40 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 5 of Structure
What have I learned so far? Weekends are non-negotiable! And also, I love the feeling of focus and motivation in the sun. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
18 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 4 of Structure
Trying hard to get what I want done to better myself and my surroundings. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
13 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 3 of Structure
Mid-week report Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
5 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 2 of Structure
Wasn't a perfect day. A lot of factors affected how my day turned out. The importance of the schedule is being able to get the things done that I want to get done in a timely manner. I feel like I didn't do my best today. I can't wait to try again tomorrow! 😳 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
24 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
Day 1 of Structure
First day of my schedule! Monday is here. This is how it went. The ups, the downs, the cats 🐈 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/borderline-idealist-bpd-anxiety-and-depression/donations
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4 years ago
23 minutes

Borderline Idealist – BPD, Anxiety, & Depression
(On Hiatus)*Trigger warning: some episodes we discuss drugs/self-harm/sexual trauma, ect.* AJ shares his experiences with BPD, anxiety, and depression along with his husband Cris. Together they discuss their relationship's special challenges, mental health issues, and their lives as introverts. Our goal is to share personal struggles and different mental health journeys. We are not mental health professionals and have no mental health qualifications but our own experiences. We're just two introverts in love dealing with life.♥️ For ad-free episodes, become a Patron! https://borderlineidealist.com/links