In this powerful episode of The Live Free Podcast, Christine sits down with Blair Sorrel—a witty, refreshingly candid author who has not only lived with Schizoid Personality Disorder (SPD) but has also written a hilarious and insightful memoir about it.
Growing up in the 60s and 70s, there was no diagnosis, no name for the emotional disconnection and intense inner world Blair experienced. With an emotionally distant mother and an absent father, she turned to pop culture and rock music to survive—and eventually, to thrive. It wasn’t until the age of 33 that she finally received her diagnosis, a turning point that helped her make sense of her past and reframe her future.
Blair describes herself as “an open book and a cautionary tale,” and in this episode, she opens up about identity, confidence, resilience, and the struggle to forge meaningful connection in a world that often misunderstands mental illness. She shares how volunteering, community engagement, and writing became powerful outlets—and how she’s learned to embrace who she is on her own terms.
If you’ve ever felt like an outsider, misunderstood, or like you had to fight for your own identity, Blair’s story will resonate deeply. Her voice is a reminder that healing doesn’t always look like what we expect—and that purpose and power can emerge from even the most unexpected places.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Schizoid Personality Disorder
04:01 The Impact of Childhood Experiences
06:57 Navigating Life with Schizoid Personality Disorder
09:56 The Role of Confidence in Personal Development
12:49 Overcoming Challenges through Volunteering
15:37 Finding Purpose and Connection
18:54 The Importance of Being Present
21:43 Transforming Pain into Purpose
25:01 Advice for Those Struggling with Mental Health
27:54 Conclusion and Resources
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