Episode 34 - Borderline Personality Disorder (Dr. Tracy Lewis)Episode 34 - Borderline Personality Disorder (Dr. Tracy Lewis)
Kingdom Recovery Podcast ~ Just for Today with Dr. Tracy Lewis
Dr. Tracy Lewis shares her personal journey of growing up with a mother who had Borderline Personality Disorder, offering insights into coping and recovery.
9:39•27 Jun 2021
Growing Up with Borderline Personality Disorder: Dr. Tracy Lewis's Journey
“Perhaps my story will help you to become whole, brave and courageous, but, most of all, that you will become free to find the real you, not based on someone else's attitudes and behaviors or appearance, performance or status, but learning that you are loved, valuable and competent, and the best you is yet to be revealed.”
Imagine navigating childhood with a mother whose emotions and behaviors could shift dramatically without warning. In this episode of the Kingdom Recovery Podcast, Dr. Tracy Lewis opens up about her deeply personal experience of growing up with a mother diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She shares the emotional rollercoaster of being responsible for her mother's fluctuating moods and how it led her to a place of isolation and silence for many years. Through her story, Dr.
Lewis sheds light on the symptoms of BPD, such as impulsive behaviors, fear of abandonment, unstable relationships, and severe mood swings. But this episode isn't just about the challenges; it's about hope and recovery. Dr. Lewis discusses the importance of therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in managing BPD. She also emphasizes the pivotal role her faith played in her journey towards self-worth, dignity, and healing.
For anyone struggling with BPD or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a blend of practical advice and spiritual encouragement. Dr. Lewis's story is a testament to the power of resilience and faith in overcoming life's toughest battles.
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