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ray_of_sunshin3Contributor
I was wondering if others struggle to just manage day to day life. Like housework, remembering appointments things, staying motivated. It’s always been such a battle for me. If this is something that’s linked to BPD what do others do to help manage things?
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
Hi @ray_of_sunshin3 , I don't have BPD but I'll tag @BPDSurvivor , @tyme and @outlander ...
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SirineSenior Contributor
I have only just got a bpd diagnosis after many years being told I was bipolar. I am struggling with all the things you are as well as constant mood swings. I used a written diary which is always infront of me maybe try that. I have alot to learn yet but hopefully this helps.
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Eve7Senior Contributor
Welcome @ray_of_sunshin3 I hope you get support here. I agree with @Sirine it all down and keep it handy so you remember to look at it regularly.
This is a good website with lots of handy hints:
FlyLady.net
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BPDSurvivorSenior Contributor
Hey @ray_of_sunshin3 , I DO have BPD but I'm not sure that what you are mentioning is BPD-related. My issues with BPD were really to do with emotional dysregulation and issues with relationships.
In terms of motivation, remembering appointments and housework, that was more to do with my depression rather than BPD. When I was depressed, I found comfort in zoning out and dissociating so I wouldn't have to 'feel'. I'd rather have stayed under the blanket all day that have to face the world. The world was too much for me.
The reason I didn't remember things was because I preferred not to remember things. It was safer that way so I wouldn't get hurt. But for dates and appointments, I had no issue....well, let's say I had no issue until I fried my brain from an O.D. and lost my memory. I had to retrain my brain to remember things. I refused to use a diary and worked on remembering first 1 or 2 things, and gradually more. Nowadays, I have too much to remember so yes, I've reverted back to a diary - but for years I never kept a diary with the hope of recovering my brain/memory.
Bottom line, having BPD doesn't mean you won't have other MH conditions which may affect the areas of your life which you have mentioned. It's good to speak to your doctor if you are concerned - everyone is different.
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