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Understanding BPD: Self-compassion when progress feels slow
Aug 25, 2026 ·
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Understanding BPD: Self-compassion when progress feels slow
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In this episode, we explore self-compassion during the slow, uneven stretches of BPD recovery when motivation fades and progress feels invisible. Listeners often describe weeks of skill practice followed by...
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In this episode, we explore self-compassion during the slow, uneven stretches of BPD recovery when motivation fades and progress feels invisible. Listeners often describe weeks of skill practice followed by sudden plateaus that make every effort seem pointless. Yet these flat periods frequently hide real change happening beneath the surface. Through personal stories and practical tools like daily action tracking, we learn to notice small shifts—such as pausing before reacting or completing a simple walk—without waiting for mood improvements.
Key takeaways include:
- Record one concrete action daily to build evidence of movement when feelings lag
- Replace self-criticism with kinder responses that sustain effort during setbacks
- Recognize recovery as bursts rather than steady climbs to reduce added judgment
A 2003 study by Kristin Neff highlights how self-compassion lowers criticism and helps maintain tasks on flat days.
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Key takeaways include:
- Record one concrete action daily to build evidence of movement when feelings lag
- Replace self-criticism with kinder responses that sustain effort during setbacks
- Recognize recovery as bursts rather than steady climbs to reduce added judgment
A 2003 study by Kristin Neff highlights how self-compassion lowers criticism and helps maintain tasks on flat days.
Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). In an emergency, call 911. This podcast is not a substitute for professional care.
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at borderline-personality-disorder@senseofthisshit.com.
💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...
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