'Just because I write about something doesn't mean I want to have a conversation about it.' — Olivia Petter speaking in 'The Power of...

A couple of weeks ago my husband pointed out to me, in his characteristically humorous way, that my worries are on a cycle. If it's not...

Sometimes I pretend I feel absolutely fine when I feel so terrible all I can think about is how much I hate myself and how much I deserve...

I know just one TV documentary about BPD by a person in the public eye, 'Me and the Voice in My Head' with Joe Tracini on Channel 4. I...

It's only natural that people who hear about my experiences are curious about what helps me feel better and how I've learnt to live with...

I've been thinking of writing a blog post like this for a long time (I'm talking years). Every time I considered doing it, I knew I...

My brilliant publisher JKP sent me The Queer Mental Health Workbook: A Creative Self-Help Guide Using CBT, CFT and DBT by Dr Brendan J....

It took me many years to get an accurate diagnosis for my mental health problems. I spent a long time (secretly and anxiously) worrying...

(This post mentions food). Keep instant noodles in the house at all times. Instant noodles are a quick microwavable form of therapy for...

One of the most common confusions I have encountered over the years is about the concept of validation. Validation is a hot topic in BPD...