I Can't Even...A Podcast About Borderlines By Borderlines4 Sep 2024

What Does Fear of Abandonment Mean to A pwBPD?

In this episode, Nicole, Dr. Gregory Serfer, and Melanie Jones explore the fear of abandonment in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). They discuss how this fear affects relationships and daily life, sharing personal experiences, insights, and strategies for managing this challenging aspect of BPD. Whether you're looking to understand BPD better or seeking practical advice, this episode offers valuable guidance on navigating fear and abandonment.

Disclaimer: The title of this podcast and its contents are not intended to in any way promote, encourage, or advocate suicide or any form of self-harm. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide and needs support, please call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Here is the episode breakdown:

Guest:

Dr. Gregory Serfer

Email: contact@gregoryserfer.com

Book: “I Am Still Right Here”: https://www.amazon.com/I-Am-Still-Right-Here/dp/B0BNTZBZFT

Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Gregory-Serfer

Melanie Jones: emmjay993@yahoo.com

In this episode, you will hear:

0:00 Intro

(Beginning of Interview)

1:07 Nicole’s Opening Statement
2:24 Introduction to Dr. Gregory Serfer and Melanie Jones (and Handsome Dan)
8:00 The Importance of Fear of Abandonment Concerning BPD
13:22 Follow up: Can Fear of Abandonment Play into Other Emotions/Thoughts
18:36 Mel’s Perspective: Fear of Abandonment
23:30 Relationships with a Person with BPD (pwBPD)
29:06 Advice For Confronting Discards
32:07 Mel’s Perspective: Tips to Avoid the Fear of Abandonment
35:20 Nicole’s Perspective: Tips to Avoid the Fear of Abandonment
38:44 More Strategies (Continued)
39:58 Testing, Self-Awareness, and More Perspectives
47:15 Resources, Solutions, Planning, and Support
49:08 Mel and Gregory’s Final Words

(End of Interview)

49:52 Nicole’s Closing Statement
50:15 BPD Daily Mantra
50:31 Outro
51:50 Ion Like That by Jane Handcock: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=j5oo3U0QeLQ

Episode Resources:

Website: https://www.showmegrace.org/

Connect with the Host:

Nicole Darby: presspause4grace@gmail.com

Free BPD Support Resources and Weekly Support Group (Wednesdays): https://www.showmegrace.org

Credits:

Hosts: Nicole Darby, Dr. Gregory Serfer, Melanie Jones, "Handsome Dan" -Yeti microphone

Music Producer of Podcast’s Intro Music: DJtheIII

Sound Engineer: Stefan Mitroi

Podcast Producer: Nicole Darby

Research Team: Nicole Darby & Tamar Brignolle

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