My Story Supporting My daughter with BPD caused by a childhood trauma
Loneliness vs Being Alone: Why It Hurts More Than We Realise 🌙
by: Sami WardPublished on: 12/09/2025Being alone and feeling lonely might seem like the same thing, but for someone living with BPD/EUPD or CPTSD, the difference can be profound. Alone vs Lonely Alone is a physical state. It simply means no one is present. Some people thrive in this space — reading, walking the dogs, enjoying quiet time. Lonely is an emotional state. It’s the feeling that no one sees you, understands you, or cares about your existence. Loneliness can happen even in a crowded room.
The Post That Broke Her 💻💔
by: Sami WardPublished on: 08/09/2025The Post That Broke Her 💻💔 While we were away in France, I got a message from my daughter. She was upset, really upset. It all started with a Facebook post.
The Cycle of Guilt and Self-Blame: What’s Really Going On 🔄
by: Sami WardPublished on: 05/09/2025If there’s one emotion that seems to follow my daughter everywhere, it’s guilt. Guilt for saying no. Guilt for struggling. Guilt for not being able to do what others find easy. Even guilt for feeling guilty.
