Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
Sara Abbott, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
50 Reasons to Stay Alive
50 Reasons to Stay Alive
50 Reasons to Stay Alive
Sunday 4th May 2025
Explore 50 reasons to stay alive in this heartfelt Bold Beautiful Borderline episode, offering hope and support for those facing mental health challenges.
9 minutes
Supportive
Encouraging
Compassionate
Honest
Hopeful
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Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Navigating Intimate Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Recognise the importance of community work in suicide prevention.
- Embrace both small joys and significant life changes as reasons to stay alive.
- Support LGBTQ crisis lines through donations and awareness.
- Understand that feelings of despair are normal but can change.
- Consider personal reasons for living and explore new possibilities.
"The chaos won't last as long as it feels."
In a world where mental health struggles can feel overwhelming, the Bold Beautiful Borderline podcast offers a lifeline. Hosts Laurie Edmundson and Sara Amundson tackle the complexities of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) with raw honesty and a sprinkle of humour. This episode, titled '50 Reasons to Stay Alive', is a heartfelt reminder of the small joys and big possibilities that make life worth living.
Sara takes centre stage, sharing a list that spans from the whimsical to the profound – reasons like finding the right medication, petting dogs, or enjoying a can of Diet Coke. She highlights the importance of community work around suicide prevention, especially amidst the defunding of LGBTQ crisis lines. The episode is not about guilt or shame but rather about recognising the capacity to feel something different than despair.
Listeners are encouraged to think about their own reasons to stay alive, with Sara offering laminated cards as a tangible reminder, with proceeds supporting LGBTQ crisis lines like The Trevor Project. The podcast doesn't shy away from the uncomfortable or irrelevant – instead, it embraces them as part of the human experience. Sara's personal anecdotes bring warmth and relatability to the conversation, making this episode an engaging and supportive listen for anyone grappling with suicidal thoughts or self-harm urges.
Whether it's about repairing friendships or simply enjoying a sunset with a cup of coffee, '50 Reasons to Stay Alive' serves as a gentle nudge to hold on for better days. So, if you're in need of a little encouragement or just curious about the vibrant tapestry of reasons to keep going, this episode might just be what you're looking for. Remember, there are always reasons to stay alive.