In this episode, we introduce a crisis story: Josef's personal experience, narrated by himself. Nicole and Bella talked to another mental health warrior, Josef, and they had a healthy and open conversation about his diagnosis, support as a POC and member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and how mental health affects incarceration and relationships.
Disclaimer: The title of this podcast and its contents are not intended to in any way promote, encourage, or advocate suicide or any form of self-harm. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide and needs support, please call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Guest:
· Josef
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theantisocialborderline
Email: theantisocialborderline@gmail.com
Quora:https://www.quora.com/profile/The-Antisocial-Borderline?ch=17&oid=1115749301&share=bf6a6dd7&srid=u2KZkC&target_type=user
In the episode on June 5th, you will hear:
· 0:00 Intro
· 1:07 Trigger Warning
· 1:30 Intro to Josef & Crisis His Story
· 1:59 Josef's Personal Crisis Story (Narrated by Himself)
(Beginning of Interview)
· 4:48 A Introduction to Josef
· 7:27 The Backstory: Support for BPD on Quora and The Antisocial Borderline
· 10:51 The Stigma of BPD and The Challenges
· 17:03 Acceptance of BPD Amongst Communities
· 21:15 Advice to Younger Self
· 23:54 Dating as a pwBPD (Person with BPD)
· 30:42 Safe Spaces as a POC and Member of the LGBTQIA+ community
· 36:42 Mental Health and Incarceration, and How They Affect One Another
· 50:30 Love Letter to BPD
· 55:15 Josef’s Last Words
(End of Interview)
· 57:15 Closing Statement from Bella and Nicole
· 58:07 BPD Daily Mantra
· 58:24 Outro
· 59:41“Breathe” by Timi: https://youtu.be/QLvYE1ZBru8?si=LmYqAVIwvh2VJEyb
Episode Resources:
· Website, support group, free career coaching: https://www.showmegrace.org/
· Crisis Hotline - Call or Text 988 or Chat At 988lifeline.org