My Partner is Showing Signs of a Personality Disorder: But Which One?

September 20, 2021 alana barlia

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Feeling unsafe in your relationship with your partner? Or wondering if they are exhibiting tendencies of a personality disorder? Here is a summarized look at the similarities and differences between Borderline Personality Disorder and Narcissistic Personality Disorder as it relates to intimate partner relationships.

Physiological Effects of Trauma - And How You Can Self-Heal

February 21, 2020 alana barlia

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Ever wonder how trauma is being held in the body? This post focuses on how and where trauma is held in the body and how one can use their tools and resources to self-heal.

5 Myths about Borderline Personality Disorder

February 21, 2020 alana barlia

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There are a lot of myths out there about Borderline Personality Disorder, and it can be difficult to sift through what’s real and what’s not. Read on to learn about some of the myths I have debunked about Borderline Personality Disorder.

Supporting a Partner with Borderline Personality Disorder

February 21, 2020 alana barlia

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Are you or your partner struggling with emotional dysregulation or Borderline Personality Disorder? Read on to learn about how you can best support each other.