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How does taking a break or resting impact your mental health?

Hi, Mighties! 💙

Last week, as we kicked off the new month, I took an actual break from "most" of my never-ending list of responsibilities. In doing so, I realized that resting is really challenging for me.

I noticed that when I slow down, my mind has more time to ponder, wander, ruminate, and reflect. Sometimes that's a good thing, but other times my thoughts can become dark or lonely in what feels like the snap of a finger. It was an uncomfortable experience, but it's also something I'm learning to navigate.

What's your relationship with rest? How does taking a break affect your mind and your mental health?

I'd love to hear your perspective. What helps you to actually rest and recharge?

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The BPD to ED pipeline

I recently started dating someone for the first time and I knew beforehand that my BPD might cause some issues. However, I had prepared myself for interpersonal problems, not problems within myself. Now I'm fighting an ED relapse because I feel like I'm not lovable if I'm not thin and the person I'm dating will leave me if I gain weight. Is there someone on here with BPD who has had a healthy relationship? I need some reassurance that I won't necessarily ruin this, but that there's hope.

#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #EatingDisorder

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The BPD to ED pipeline

I recently started dating someone for the first time and I knew beforehand that my BPD might cause some issues. However, I had prepared myself for interpersonal problems, not problems within myself. Now I'm fighting an ED relapse because I feel like I'm not lovable if I'm not thin and the person I'm dating will leave me if I gain weight. Is there someone on here with BPD who has had a healthy relationship? I need some reassurance that I won't necessarily ruin this, but that there's hope.

#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #EatingDisorder

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