Explore every episode of the podcast Super Feeler: A BPD Podcast
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| The Power of Accessible DBT Skills (feat. Dr. Kiki Fehling) | 02 May 2025 | 00:55:45 | |
Dr. Kiki Fehling, a super feeler psychologist, author, influencer, and super feeler joins the pod to talk all about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), its accessibility, and the importance of skills for all parts of life.
Kiki shares about their journey learning DBT while training as a psychologist and their desire to develop more accessible DBT-based resources.
Laurie and Kiki also compare notes on their heart issues (Kiki’s heart attack and Laurie’s heart rhythm disorder) and how they used DBT skills to cope through the attacks themselves and the subsequent treatment and recovery.
The conversation also touches on the challenges of traditional DBT resources and the importance that accessibility is improved for people who are neurodiverse, queer or live with disabilities. Kiki shares about their transition from clinical work to creating resources for a wider audience to help meet these accessibility needs.
In this episode we talked about A LOT of things so here’s a linked list of all of it!
Kiki’s books and resources
Upcoming event feat Laurie and Kiki Other DBT Resources we chatted about:
Other resources:
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| Walking With Love: Sashbear, Family Support & the Power of Community (feat. Lynn and Sandy) | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:47:52 | |
This week we're joined by Sashbear Foundation founder Lynn Courey and Sandy, a family partner involved in Sashbear's Family Connections Program. The Sashbear Foundation, is an internationally recognized Canadian charity focused on supporting families affected by borderline personality disorder (BPD) and emotion dysregulation. Sashbear was created following Lynn's family's tragic loss of a daughter to suicide. Both Lynn and Sandy share about the impact of peer support for families as well as the importance of normalizing conversations about mental health, decreasing stigma and advocacy. May is borderline personality disorder awareness month and Sashbear hosts fundraising and awareness walks across Canada (and in France!) this summer. Join the Super Feeler team and register for your local walk here! 2025 Sashbear Walks:
Even if you aren't in Canada you can still donate to this important cause to show your support. Throughout our conversation we highlight the beauty found within the BPD community and we hope to see you out wearing orange at the walks to connect with this amazing community even further. To learn more about Sashbear's Family Connections program click here! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: PLEASE | 21 Feb 2025 | 01:10:04 | |
Meet our new DBT Skills series guests Kat and Heather! In this episode we break down the PLEASE skill from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. It's an IMPORTANT one. If you're new to the PLEASE skill here's a little breakdown for you! P – Physical Health: Address any physical illness, injuries, or medical concerns. Follow doctor’s recommendations and take medications as prescribed. By following PLEASE, you reduce emotional vulnerability and improve overall mental stability, making it easier to manage distress and regulate emotions effectively. Get your own copy of 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to follow along with us! PLUS get the PLEASE Skill handout Laurie talks about in the show here! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Experience of Suicidality During the Pandemic (feat. Dr. Juveria Zaheer) | 14 Feb 2025 | 00:51:29 | |
Dr. Juveria Zaheer is an expert in suicide risk assessment and prevention, a psychiatrist and a literal Jeopardy superstar. She is currently exploring the impacts of the COVID pandemic on suicidality and how the pandemic impacted Canadians. Together we discuss the complexities of suicidality, the need for accessible targeted treatments and why it’s important for people with lived experience to be involved in research. There’s still time to share about your own experience in the Suicide and the COVID-19 pandemic: Understanding Canadian stories research study. The study is currently looking for participants who:
If you want to learn more about the study click here! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Cope Ahead | 07 Feb 2025 | 00:20:27 | |
Cope Ahead is a particularly helpful life skill from dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) that helps us preparing for difficult interactions by coming prepared with healthy coping strategies. Laurie, Dave and Megan discuss how they use this skill to help manage social interactions and family dynamics. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Poetry, Sobriety, and Healing (feat. Mercedes Killeen) | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:41:43 | |
Mercedes Killeen is a writer and mental health advocate who has struggled throughout her life with anxiety, depression, BPD, and alcohol addiction. In this episode, Mercedes shares her story of working towards sobriety, seeking mental health treatment, and healing through writing/creativity.
To purchase your own digital copy of tulips, click here. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Opposite Action | 24 Jan 2025 | 00:20:57 | |
Time to discuss Opposite Action! Long story short - Opposite Action means doing the opposite of what you want to do when what you want to do isn't effective. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Breaking Down BPD Stigma Through Research (feat. Dr. Amanda Uliaszek) | 17 Jan 2025 | 00:52:22 | |
Dr. Amanda Uliaszek, associate professor at the University of Toronto, joins Super Feeler to discuss her passion for research for people living with borderline personality disorder, reducing stigma, and including people with lived experience in the research process. We discuss the importance of a strengths-based approach to BPD, the challenges of conducting research, and the complexities around diagnosis and the symptom of emptiness. To learn more about the work of Amanda's lab (called STEPP) including how to sign up to participate in research studies click here. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Check the Facts and Emotion Regulation Overview | 10 Jan 2025 | 00:50:55 | |
We're diving into the complexities of emotion regulation as we start unit 3 of our DBT Skills Series. Together Dave, Laurie and Megan explore the role of emotion regulation skills in our life, what our core values are, and how we use the dialectical behaviour therapy skill Check the Facts in our lives. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| My Suicide Crisis and First Inpatient Treatment (part 2. feat. Aaron) | 03 Jan 2025 | 00:57:29 | |
In this episode, my husband Aaron and I discuss my first inpatient/residential treatment experience at a crisis response facility called CRESST. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| My Suicide Crisis (part 1 - feat Aaron) | 27 Dec 2024 | 00:40:50 | |
My husband Aaron joins to share about my recent suicide crisis, how we worked together to try and overcome it, and how we tried to navigate a complicated medication change together. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Validation | 20 Dec 2024 | 00:26:37 | |
Validation is so important for people living with borderline personality disorder (BPD). In this episode we discuss the DBT Skill of validation including the complexities of giving and receiving validation, the challenges of navigating emotional conversations, and the techniques that can enhance effective communication. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Pushing Away and Distracting | 18 Apr 2025 | 00:54:17 | |
In this episode we focus on distraction techniques, emotional regulation, and navigating relationships. Kat talks about 'future faking' in relationships and we all talk about how helpful the idea of "worry appointments" is! The conversation emphasizes the balance between distraction and avoidance, and how understanding these skills can lead to better emotional health and relationships Throughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| A Transformative Treatment Experience (part 2 - feat. Anita) | 13 Dec 2024 | 00:57:31 | |
Anita is back for part 2 to discuss their transformative experience at Heartwood Centre for Women. They explore the impact of community support, the complexities of gender identity, and the importance of self-discovery. Anita shares their insights on resilience, personal growth, and the unique perspective that comes from navigating the highs and lows of life as a Super Feeler. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Small Town Queer Living with BPD (part 1 - feat. Anita) | 06 Dec 2024 | 00:47:50 | |
Anita (they/them) discusses the complexities of being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD), struggling with substance use and being queer in a small communtity. They share about the impact of a community of family (chosen and blood) and how a caring and compassionate treatment team can make all of the difference. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: DEAR MAN | 29 Nov 2024 | 00:35:57 | |
DEAR MAN is Laurie's favorite DBT skill. If you've listened to any episodes of this series or her previous podcasts you'll have heard ALL about it. But it's such a helpful skill that there's always an excuse to hear other examples where it's used. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| The Healing Power of Nature (feat. Shannon) | 22 Nov 2024 | 01:05:10 | |
Shannon (@natureanditsnoise) shares about her BPD diagnosis, how supportive family role models impacted how she reacted to her diagnosis and the impact of nature as a healing space for her. Shannon emphasizes the power of the Super Feeler community has on her journey and the unique strengths that come with being a Super Feeler. You can listen to Shannon's podcast If These Trees Could Talk (@ifthesetreescouldtalk.podcast) and her episode about her journey around suicide here. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Clarifying Priorities | 15 Nov 2024 | 00:40:20 | |
Dive into interpersonal effectiveness skills from dialectical behaviour therapy with Laurie, Shanthi and Dave! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Setting Boundaries, Breaking Cycles and Doing Better for Our Kids (feat. Chelsea) | 08 Nov 2024 | 01:20:36 | |
Chelsea shares her journey as a superfeeler and how it has impacted her life. She discusses her struggles with postpartum depression, psychosis, OCD, and mastitis after giving birth to her son. Chelsea talks about her decision to quit her job and enroll in school, only to face the challenges of online learning and being diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood. She also opens up about her experiences with self-medication and hospitalization, as well as her diagnosis of ADHD and the positive impact of medication. Throughout the episode, Chelsea reflects on her family relationships and how she's had to learn to prioritize her own well-being and set boundaries for herself and her son to help break the cycle of invalidation and trauma that she experienced. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Effectively | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:25:14 | |
In this episode, Laurie, Shanthi, and Dave the DBT Skill Effectively, using Chapter 5 of the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| The Borderline Barrister (feat. Megan) | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:46:21 | |
Megan (@borderlinebarrister) was first diagnosed with BPD while in law school. She discusses her experiences with mental health throughout her life, including struggles with anxiety and panic attacks. Megan discusses her journey of living with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and the impact it has had on her relationships, including with her parents and her partner. Megan shares her decision to be open about her diagnosis and create the Instagram account BorderlineBarrister to raise awareness around professionals living with this diagnosis and provide support for others with BPD. She highlights the need for positive role models and representation in the BPD community. Of note, Megan is part of the DBT Skills series - so be sure to check those episodes out to learn more about how she uses skills in her day to day life! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Describe | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:31:26 | |
This episode delves into the intricacies of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), focusing on the mindfulness unit and the 'Describe' skill. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Riding the Storm (feat. Ryan) | 11 Oct 2024 | 00:42:44 | |
Ryan Harland (IG: @ridingthestorm11977) is the author of Riding the Storm: A Memoir of Mental Illness and a father of 2. He shares about the impacts of his own childhood trauma, including parental sexual abuse and physical violence, in the development of his emotionally unstable personality disorder (aka borderline personality disorder or emotional intensity disorder). This episode highlights a lot of potentially triggering topics including childhood abuse, sexual abuse, date rape, death of family members, etc. Please listen with care for yourself. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Losing Your Child to the System While Navigating Your Own Abuse (feat. Kati) | 11 Apr 2025 | 00:55:37 | |
This week I’m joined by Kati, who shares her journey with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). Kati discusses her experiences as a young mother and the impact of childhood trauma on her own life. She shares about her abusive relationship, the loss of custody of her son, and her path to healing through therapy and community support. Join Kati and Laurie at the next session of The Super Feelers Club by clicking here. Trigger warnings: child family services, child apprehension, sexual and relationship abuse. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Stop and Observe | 04 Oct 2024 | 00:24:51 | |
We dive into the Stop and Observe skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and how it can be applied in various situations. Dave, Shanthi, Megan and Laurie discuss the challenges of remembering to use the skills in the heat of the moment and share tips on how to remind oneself. They also talk about using the stop skill in family gatherings, conflicts, and crisis situations. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Taking Action Against Stigma (feat. Sonia) | 27 Sep 2024 | 00:47:52 | |
Sonia (@_soniastewart_) is a great example of what it means to be an ally to people with specific highly stigmatized mental health challenges and what you can do to help break down stigma when you see it. Sonia is a Masters of Counselling student who reached out to Laurie after her program was providing stigmatizing, unbiased and harmful stereotypes in their course work about BPD. She knew that it was important for her cohort to hear from someone who lives with BPD and does lots of advocacy on stigma to better support them clinicians. She believes that by doing so they can learn to work with the person in front of us, not by their label or what the DSM-5 tells us we should expect. To learn more about Laurie and Sonia's friend Brent you can watch his Ted Talk about living with Schizophrenia here If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Wise Mind | 20 Sep 2024 | 00:25:29 | |
In this episode, Laurie and her guests Dave, Shanthi and Megan discuss the concept of wise mind in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They share personal experiences and insights on how wise mind combines emotional and rational thinking, and how it can help individuals make better decisions. The guests also talk about the importance of acknowledging wins and using pros and cons lists to practice wise mind. They highlight the value of intuition and the need to find a balance between emotion mind and reasonable mind. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Cultural Norms that Impact our Symptomology (feat. Bora) | 13 Sep 2024 | 01:08:10 | |
Bora is a 31 year old engineer and a mother of two who immigrated from Albania to the USA as a child. She shares about the impacts of a variety of cultural norms (like that of her home country, xenophobia in the US, her profession, academia, and childcare services) that have had a profound impact on her mental wellness. Stay tuned for a second episode with Bora where we'll dive into parenting. Just a note: Laurie had some audio issues on this episode but thankfully Bora's audio is great after the 2 minute mark. Sorry about that! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Mindfulness | 06 Sep 2024 | 00:33:36 | |
In this episode, Laurie and her guests Shanthi, Dave and Megan discuss the book DBT for Life and the concept of mindfulness in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills for Life (feat. Diana) | 30 Aug 2024 | 01:11:39 | |
Diana Partington (@sufferingoptional), author of DBT for Life, discusses her personal journey with dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and the importance of accessible DBT skills. She highlights that DBT is not just for individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), but for anyone who experiences intense emotions and really just all people. DBT for life is a wonderful and unique guide to DBT skills, featuring color illustrations, short stories, and straightforward language to make the content accessible and engaging. Throughout the conversation, Laurie and Diana explore the experiences and challenges faced by individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and other highly sensitive people (or Super Feelers). The concept of being a Super Feeler emphasizes the positive aspects of heightened emotions and the potential for increased compassion, creativity, and intuition and resonates with both Laurie and Diana. Be sure to follow both Diana (@sufferingoptional) and learn more from her website www.dbtforlife.com! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Rock Bottom and The Climb Back Up (feat. Antonia) | 24 Aug 2024 | 00:41:39 | |
Antonia shares her journey of being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and her experiences with addiction, mental health, and relationships. She discusses her rock bottom moments and the challenges she faced in seeking help. Antonia emphasizes the importance of finding the right counselor and medication combination that works for her. She also highlights the role of her Indigenous culture and its vital importance in her healing journey. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Introducing The Super Feeler Podcast (feat. Dean) | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:44:53 | |
Welcome to the Super Feeler podcast! In this first episode Laurie and her dad, Dean, we're here to introduce the concept of Super Feelers and share a bit about Laurie's life story with a variety of mental health issues including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, and some possible undiagnosed conditions like OCD and a couple of eating disorders. She also talks about her physical health challenges, such as chronic pain and SVT. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Self Soothing with the Five Senses | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:23:58 | |
Self-soothing isn’t just about bubble baths and candles—it’s about survival. In this episode we discuss the DBT skill of self-soothing through the five senses, exploring how sensory awareness can be a lifeline in our hardest moments. Self-soothing looks different for everyone, so you'll hear from Dave, Laurie, Heather, Kat and Shannon about our own favorite ways to soothe. Throughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Navigating Estrangements and Legal Battles (feat. Katelyn) | 28 Mar 2025 | 01:10:30 | |
Katelyn shares about her journey through estrangement from her parents, the legal battles that ensued, and the impact on her mental health.
While she doesn’t have a BPD diagnosis she is certainly a Super Feeler and her journey is super relatable to many of us.
Together we explore the complexities of family dynamics and parenting, the role of secrets, and the healing power of art and expression. That leads us to a few tangents including: drag king goals, the strange impact of stress on physical health, experiences with sexual assault and Laurie’s rants about how diet culture is changing but not necessarily for the better. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Radical Acceptance | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:48:59 | |
It's time for the most controversial of all DBT skills! Radical acceptance.... or shall we say "radical reality"? This week we talk about distress tolerance skills in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), with a focus on (one of) Laurie's favorite skills radical acceptance. We dive into the struggles of radical acceptance, the difference between willingness and willfulness, and how this skill can sometimes feel really invalidating. Throughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| International Advocacy for Personality Disorders (feat. Åse-Line) | 14 Mar 2025 | 00:59:28 | |
Åse-Line Baltzersen shares about her experiences living with and recovering from personality disorders, particularly in the context of living in Norway. Åse-Line shares her journey from diagnosis to recovery, her involvement in international advocacy, and the evolving understanding of personality disorders throughout the world. To learn more about the International Society of the Study of Personality Disorders Lived Experience Committee click here. To learn more about the ISSPD Congress in Boston click here. Abstracts are due by March 31st 2025! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Identifying Your Values | 07 Mar 2025 | 00:40:34 | |
While it's not a DBT "skill" per se, figuring our what your values are and learning how to live them weaves into a lot of DBT skills. The DBT Skills panel (Dave, Kat, Heather and newest member Shannon) explore how understanding our personal values can lead to a more fulfilling life through self-reflection. We also talk a bit about the Kaizen philosophy which is all about the power of small steps in achieving personal goals. Throughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Navigating the Wounded Parts of Myself (feat. Daniel) | 28 Feb 2025 | 00:58:43 | |
Daniel Mojica (@__mojii._), is a 21-year-old university student navigating life with borderline personality disorder (BPD). In this episode Daniel shares his journey of self-discovery, the challenges he faced growing up in an invalidating environment, and how he came to terms with his diagnosis. Together we explore themes of self-discovery, community engagement, and the complexities of emotions and relationships. Daniel shares his journey of wanting to help others while navigating his own struggles with identity, mental health and the significance of acknowledging emotions and the journey towards self-love and acceptance. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| BPD Symptoms: Impulsivity | 18 Jul 2025 | 01:09:14 | |
Impulsivity is so much fun and so harmful often at the same time. It is really the most dialectic of the borderline personality disorder symptoms. Together the panel shares about our experiences with impulsivity and how it presents as part of BPD and ADHD. We finish off the episode sharing how we have learned to manage our impulsivity to prevent some of the harms associated without losing our fun and exciting lives that are often brought in through impulsivity. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Using Your Platform to Raise Awareness (feat. Darcy) | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:29:21 | |
Darcy is Miss Personality Northern Alberta and uses her platform to talk about borderline personality disorder. While Darcy hasn't been diagnosed with BPD she identifies with the disorder. Together we explore the impact of her childhood circumstances including a really challenging divorce, and how she found her voice through pageantry. Learn more about personality pageants click here. Find her on instagram @darcystanly and @catchthesplit Find her blog here. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Alternate Rebellion | 09 May 2025 | 00:35:18 | |
Let's chat about Alternate Rebellion - could this be the most important time in recent history to be talking about this DBT skill? The conversation explores the complexities of rebellion, bravery, and the importance of sharing personal stories in the context of mental health and healing. Trigger warning: Throughout the episode we speak about sexual assault, abuse and other potentially triggering topics. Please listen with caution and take good care of yourself if you listen. Throughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| BPD Symptoms: Chronic Feelings of Emptiness | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:59:37 | |
Chronic feelings of emptiness are a tough symptom to describe if you haven't experienced it before. In the third episode of the BPD Symptoms Mini Series Laurie is joined by Kat, Shane, and Shannon to talk about one of the lesser understood but deeply impactful symptoms of BPD. We touch on where this feeling (or lack of feeling) shows up in our lives, its connection to dissociation and childhood trauma, and what helps when the emptiness feels overwhelming. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| No Longer Denying Diagnosis Leads to Normal-ish Parenting (feat. Jennifer) | 27 Jun 2025 | 01:01:26 | |
Jennifer is a marriage and family counsellor living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She shares her personal journey, including her experiences with therapy, the importance of receiving the correct information/diagnosis in order to plan treatment, parenting, and the stigma she’s experienced. *just a note that Laurie refers to Jennifer in the episode as a counsellor rather than a therapist. That's Laurie's Canadian talking. Jennifer is a Licensed Marriage and Family THERAPIST so for the purpose of this episode please consider those to be synonymous words.* Some of the resources that helped Jennifer the most are: The books she's read to/with her kids:
The books she's used for herself/her clients:
And here are the two articles Jennifer wrote in December 2024: Laurie's to watch BPD documentary: A Football Life documentary about BPD hero Brandon Marshall If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| BPD Symptoms: Unstable and Intense Interpersonal Relationships | 20 Jun 2025 | 01:15:36 | |
It's week 2 of the BPD Symptoms mini series! This week, Laurie, Heather, Kat, and Shane sit down to talk about the rollercoaster of intense relationships — you know, the ones that swing between idealization and devaluation, splitting, with favorite people and kind of take over our lives.... We unpack what it’s like to move through the world with the ability to connect deeply in the first moment, the fear of losing it, and the positives and negatives of the intensity of the relationships. We talk A LOT about splitting and favorite people/persons. From family to friendships to romantic partners — including polyamorous and non-traditional setups — we reflect on what makes relationships so complicated (and so meaningful) for those of us with BPD. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Why Certification Matters: Discussing DBT-LBC Certification (feat. Meredith Meyer, LMFT) | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:51:31 | |
Meredith Meyer, LMFT, from the DBT Linehan Board of Certification comes on The Super Feeler Podcast to talk about the significance of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) certification and full DBT programs that are properly aligned with Marsha Linehan’s vision. We also discuss what brought DBT into Meredith’s life, its application in marriage and family therapy, the importance of peer support, If you’ve always wondered what it means to have “full/comprehensive” DBT, why certification is a thing, how to find the best DBT therapists, or are looking into certification for yourself this is episode will be a super helpful listen! We talk a lot about the need for accessible mental health treatment and the significance of finding the right therapist or program. Find links for everything we talked about here!
If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| BPD Symptoms: Frantic Efforts to Avoid Real or Imagined Abandonment | 06 Jun 2025 | 01:25:21 | |
Welcome to a brand new Super Feeler mini-series! Every other week, we're diving deep into the nine symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) with a panel of people who live it! In our first episode, we’re talking about frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandonment — a symptom that many of us feel in our bones. We get into what this looks like in relationships, parenting, friendships, and how we've started to build more self-trust and resilience. This series will feature some Super Feelers you already know and love (Dave, Shannon, Kat and Heather) and welcomes a new member to our panel Shane! FYI Laurie's mic was abandoning her on this episode so the audio quality is not as good as usual - it'll be back to it's normal quality next week! SORRY!!!! Even the perfectionist in me couldn't force these fine folks to re-record an entire episode because of a tech issue. If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Creating a Life Worth Living Through DBT (feat. @the.mindful.wildflower) | 30 May 2025 | 00:54:27 | |
Michelle, the creator of the IG page @the.mindful.wildflower shares about her journey with BPD, diving head first into DBT and what it was like to move across the country, quit her job and go through a breakup all at once. Michelle shares her journey of navigating friendship, healing and recovery in a new place and how it has motivated her to help others learn DBT skills. GIVEAWAY!!!! Go to @the.mindful.wildflower on instagra to enter! You could win:
Check out her sticker collection here! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| DBT Skills: Diana Joins Skills Cast To Chat | 23 May 2025 | 01:29:50 | |
Diana Partington is back to talk with our DBT Skills cast about what it was like to listen to us work through her book together! Together we discuss about the transformative power of DBT and the importance of community support in the journey of recovery. A lot of tears are shed - thank you for being on this beautiful journey with us. Check out Diana's new project at community.dbtforlife.com ! Throughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Mental Health Advocacy on Campus (feat. Kails) | 16 May 2025 | 00:37:53 | |
Kails (@prettybpdpisces) joins the pod to share about her BPD journey and how it led her to mental health advocacy. She discusses her work with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and her efforts to create a more supportive mental health community on her university campus. To learn more about her university club click here! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||
| Queer, Neurodivergent and Finding Community (feat. Shane) | 25 Jul 2025 | 01:11:19 | |
Shane (@cvvnty_boi44) joins for a solo episode to share about his life story. From experiencing a hard divorce as a child, to cross country moves, breakups, navigating substance use, transitioning, and discovering his BPD and ADHD, Shane's personal journey is a rollercoaster that led him to finding the Queer community he so loves and becoming a Super Feeler! Shane's story highlights the challenges faced by the queer community and the ongoing journey of self-discovery and acceptance as well as the struggle that self-medicating with substance use can add to mental health issues. Reach out to Shane to learn more about his Queer Support Group by DMing him on instagram @cvvnty_boi44 If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! | |||