BPD: Feelings of Emptiness

Yesterday we spoke about " BPD : Feelings of emptiness "

Some questions..

* In Borderline Personality Disorder we can usually feel emotions more intensely - but also go through periods of not feeling at all, as one aspect of BPD is chronic feelings of emptiness. How would you describe that feeling of emptiness? How does it feel for you?

* Emptiness can be like an emotional dissociation, where our mind cant handle certain feelings or experiences and just ‘blocks all emotions to protect us. Have you noticed in your life, any situation where this couldve happened?

* What healthy coping skills or activities have you found that help you when you feel empty/numb?

* Self-soothing is a way to relax and feel better, using one of the five sense: hearing, sight, taste, touch or smell. They can be small things like drinking a cup of tea or having a warm bath. What are some activities you feel you could try, to self-soothe?

Here an article how to cope with chronic feelings of emptiness.

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