Navigating Intense Emotions During the Holidays

From Borderline to Beautiful: Hope and Help for BPD with Rose Skeeters, MA, LPC, PN2

In this episode, we explore why the holiday season can amplify emotions for those living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and anyone struggling with intense feelings.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why the holidays can trigger feelings of loneliness, rejection, and overwhelm.
• The importance of remembering: feelings aren’t facts.
• Practical tips for coping with overstimulation, family dynamics, and emotional waves.
• Affirmations to ground yourself when emotions feel too big.

Key Takeaways:

• Your emotions are valid, but they don’t define you.
• Coping strategies like grounding, deep breathing, and taking breaks can help you reset.
• You are not alone—there’s hope, support, and strength in taking it one moment at a time.

Affirmations:

1. Feelings aren’t facts. I don’t have to believe every thought my mind offers.
2. This moment will pass, and I am strong enough to handle it.
3. I am worthy of peace, care, and love, even when I struggle.

Share & Connect:
If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it. Let’s create a little more understanding and compassion this holiday season.

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