Counsellor A.J. Mahari
A.J. Mahari
BPD On/Off Relationship Can You Change To Make It Work?
BPD On/Off Relationship Can You Change To Make It Work?
BPD On/Off Relationship Can You Change To Make It Work?
Tuesday 13th May 2025
Explore the dynamics of BPD relationships and learn how to heal codependency with expert advice from A.J. Mahari.
64 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Compassionate
Hopeful
Eye-opening
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Counsellor A.J. Mahari
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Healing Relationships
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Changing yourself won't fix a BPD relationship.
- Focus on healing your codependency and breaking trauma bonds.
- BPD partners require extensive therapy for symptom management.
- Stoicism can be helpful but requires understanding and discipline.
- Prioritise self-care and emotional recovery.
"Stoicism is a discipline, not something you can just grab at from the depths of repressed emotion."
Relationships with individuals who have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can feel like a rollercoaster ride, leaving you questioning your sanity and self-worth. In this episode of 'Surviving BPD Relationship Breakups', A.J. Mahari, a seasoned Trauma Recovery Coach, explores the tumultuous dynamics of on-and-off relationships with BPD partners. If you've ever felt like you're walking on eggshells, wondering if changing yourself could make things work, you're not alone. A.J.
addresses the common misconception that healing your codependency or becoming more stoic will magically fix a relationship fraught with challenges. The episode dives into the heart of codependency, revealing how it often traps individuals in a cycle of self-abandonment, hoping that stronger boundaries or stoicism might lead to a healthier relationship. A.J. highlights the importance of recognising that a person with BPD requires extensive therapy to manage their symptoms, and no amount of personal change can alter this reality.
Through anecdotes and expert advice, A.J. encourages listeners to focus on their own healing journey rather than trying to 'fix' their BPD partner. With over 30 years of experience, she offers insights into breaking trauma bonds and reclaiming one's sense of self-worth. Her compassionate approach is both eye-opening and supportive, providing a roadmap for those seeking to escape the cycle of codependent relationships.
If you're ready to prioritise your own wellbeing and explore what it means to truly heal, this episode is a must-listen. It offers hope and guidance for anyone caught in the emotional whirlwind of a BPD relationship, urging them to take steps towards self-care and recovery.