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Support for People Affected by BPD

Self-Care Guidelines

Self-care is essential for maintaining emotional well-being and building resilience. Here are comprehensive guidelines for taking care of yourself while dealing with BPD or supporting someone with BPD.

Physical Self-Care

Sleep Hygiene

  • Consistent sleep schedule
  • Relaxing bedtime routine
  • Comfortable sleep environment
  • Limited screen time before bed

Exercise

  • Regular physical activity
  • Walking in nature
  • Yoga or stretching
  • Dance or movement

Nutrition

  • Regular meals
  • Balanced diet
  • Hydration
  • Mindful eating

Emotional Self-Care

Emotional Awareness

  • Journaling
  • Emotion tracking
  • Art expression
  • Music therapy

Stress Management

  • Meditation
  • Deep breathing
  • Progressive relaxation
  • Guided imagery

Boundaries

  • Setting limits
  • Saying no
  • Time management
  • Energy conservation

Social Self-Care

Healthy Relationships

  • Maintain supportive connections
  • Regular check-ins with friends
  • Family time
  • Group activities
  • Support group participation

Communication

  • Express needs clearly
  • Practice active listening
  • Share feelings appropriately
  • Ask for help when needed
  • Give and receive feedback

Spiritual Self-Care

Connection

  • Nature walks
  • Meditation
  • Prayer
  • Mindful moments

Purpose

  • Volunteer work
  • Helping others
  • Personal values
  • Life meaning

Growth

  • Self-reflection
  • Learning
  • Personal development
  • Goal setting

Professional Self-Care

Work-Life Balance

  • Set work boundaries
  • Take regular breaks
  • Use vacation time
  • Maintain routine
  • Practice time management

Career Development

  • Professional goals
  • Skill development
  • Networking
  • Mentorship
  • Continued education

Daily Self-Care Checklist

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Self-Care Resources

→ Download Self-Care Workbook → Self-Care Assessment Tool → Weekly Planning Template

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