Sami WardThe week after a psychiatric discharge isn’t calm; it’s fragile. A mother shares the truth about post-crisis exhaustion, fragile hope, and learning to breathe again.
Sami WardA parent’s honest guide to understanding relapse after psychiatric discharge, why it happens, what to look for, and how to stay grounded through it.
Sami WardWhen crisis eases, trust becomes the hardest part. One mum shares the reality of home leave, hidden precautions, and hope after a BPD crisis.
Sami WardBeing 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.
Sami WardThe 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.
Sami WardIf 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.