New to BPD

Try not to be too hard on yourself for doomscrolling @Cleo2 - not only are social media algorithms specifically designed to keep us in it and scrolling, but they also prey on the fact that humans tend to pay more attention to negative stimuli (purely because we're wired to notice things that could potentially be a threat to our safety). Found this lil article about it if you wanna read up on it a little more.

Something I've found helpful is to purposefully seek out wholesomeness and mood-boosting content. You kinda have to...take control of the algorithm! The more you actively seek out positive content, the more the algorithm will learn that that is what you want!

On the flipside, I think there's nothing wrong with a bit of morbid curiosity. I think embracing the dark parts of life helps us to appreciate the light more. It's all about balance though - if you find yourself too deep in the dark, it can be hard to see that you don't have to stay there.

One more lil thing:

Thanks @Jynx . Logically, I already knew that was all going on but sometimes you just need someone to hit you over the head with the obvious.

Haha I know the feeling @Cleo2 glad I could help 😁💜

Doom scrolling? @Cleo2 Nah... it's not a priority in my life so I just switch off... I think, in my head, it's like "Been there, done that... time to move on".

As for Community Lead, I don't think it makes a difference to how I approach things. I see the forums as my family. I've been on the forums for years now.. just as a regular member like everyone else.

So yeah, I don't see what I do as a 'job'. It's more a privilege and an honour to be part of this space.

As for compassion fatigue, it's not so much an issue because we have an amazing team. When I feel I need to step back, someone else steps in and supports. We also have regular external supports to help us reflect on our practice.

From my point of view, it couldn't be better here 🙂

@tyme . That is good to hear 🙂

Great to see you @Cleo2 . What have you been up to?

Hi @rubber_wheelz , have you been able to access any supports?