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Title: Hoping for support Post by: savedbyGodsgrace on November 14, 2015, 08:37:59 AM I am new on this site and only started to seek out support after exhaustive attempts to understand my sisters both have various extreme of undiagnosed BPD. I only hypothesized BPD after viewing a list of signs from my graduate counseling courses and receiving confirmation from 2 therapists. I don't expect a lot from this site and know that majority of what I will receive from here will be educational and helpful in knowing how to understand and deal with my sisters.
Title: Re: Hoping for support Post by: Hopeful_Mom on November 14, 2015, 08:51:26 AM I just wanted to let you know that I like your username. I, too, am saved by his grace!
Title: Re: Hoping for support Post by: Eyeamme on November 14, 2015, 10:03:43 AM You will also get lots of people that know what you are going through and can offer support and empathy. This site has helped me a ton. Welcome!
Title: Re: Hoping for support Post by: JJssis on November 14, 2015, 09:50:08 PM Hi I'm new to the site too, and my sister has BPD. Just in the short time that I have been here I'm surprised by what I've learned and how generously people give their support. I hope you are pleasantly surprised by the benefits of being part of this group.
My sister was undiagnosed for a long time, she can manipulate a therapist like nobodies business. But, like you describe about your situation, I (and the rest of our family) long suspected she had a pd. She is also an alcoholic and during a 60 day stay in rehab was finally diagnosed. I used to try to understand her, but I've given up that goal because I don't think it is possible. My sister's behavior might make since to her, or it might just be reactions and impulses, I don't know. Not getting sucked into drama is my current goal, and even though I'm not sure I want to have any contact with my sister right now (it's been a rough few weeks with her and I want to make that decision when I am feeling less hurt) I want to support those who do chose to have contact with her, like our mom. Are your sisters your only siblings? If they are that must be a very lonely feeling for you. I hope you find comfort here and take care of yourself. |