Do you struggle with being true to yourself in a society that often misunderstands mental health issues? Do you feel alone in your struggle with mental health and searching for a community that understands?
Today Mimi sits down with Jae Thomas, known on socials as itsrainingbpd. Jae is a 20-year-old content creator dedicated to shedding light on Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). With a platform of over 80,000 on socials, Jae is at the forefront of challenging misconceptions about BPD, advocating for the importance of a supportive community, and sharing the raw truth of living with BPD. Jae is also openly documenting the process of grieving and honoring their late best friend, Jordan, and the profound impact of loss on a young person with limited support and representation.
Join us for a candid discussion that underscores the critical need for open conversations about mental health, especially among young people, and the role of resources like the Romeo bear in providing comfort and support.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to channel grief and loss into creativity
How to debunk common misconceptions on BPD
How to lean on community during challenging moments
How to apply DBT skills to self-regulate and cope with self harm
How to share your story with vulnerability, authenticity, and mindfully
Resources in this Episode:
Visit griefsense.com
Follow @griefsense on Youtube, TikTok, LinkedIn, or Instagram
Follow Mimi Gonzalez, MSOP on LinkedIn
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