Janice Arnoldi

Life Unscripted - Stories of Mental Health and Addiction

Janice Arnoldi

  • Sarah Yurkiew Borderline Personality Disorder

Sarah Yurkiew Borderline Personality Disorder

Sunday 19th September 2021

Sarah Yerkiew shares her journey with BPD, exploring anxiety, therapy, and personal growth. An inspiring story of resilience and self-discovery.
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Life Unscripted - Stories of Mental Health and Addiction
Author:
Janice Arnoldi
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Sarah Yerkiew's Journey with Borderline Personality Disorder

Episode Overview

  • Understanding BPD involves recognising its episodic nature.
  • Journaling can help identify and manage anxiety triggers.
  • Cognitive behavioural therapy offers tools for coping with mental health challenges.
  • Group therapy can provide valuable support and insights.
  • Recognising trauma's role in mental health is crucial for healing.
"It's really just a matter of starting on paper to learn how to write down and sort through those thoughts so then you can learn a shorthand to do it in real time."
Get ready to be moved by the real-life account of Sarah Yerkiew as she shares her journey with borderline personality disorder (BPD) on Life Unscripted. Hosted by Janice Arnoldi, this episode shines a light on the often misunderstood and complex world of BPD. Sarah opens up about her struggles with anxiety, fear of abandonment, and imposter syndrome, all while navigating her path to understanding and managing her mental health.
With humour and honesty, Sarah recounts her experiences with group therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), highlighting how these tools have helped her cope with the challenges of BPD. She candidly discusses the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany BPD, from debilitating anxiety to moments of self-doubt, and how she has learned to identify and manage these feelings.
You'll hear about Sarah's journey to self-discovery and how she found solace in journaling and CBT techniques, which have empowered her to live a more balanced life. Her story is a testament to resilience and the power of seeking help, offering hope to those facing similar battles. This episode isn't just about the struggles; it's about the triumphs and the small victories that come with understanding oneself better.
Sarah's journey will leave you inspired and perhaps even motivated to take steps towards your own mental health awareness. So, what can we learn from those who have battled addiction and mental health issues? Tune in to find out.
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