YOU ARE NOT ALONE - A companion online community discussion board for The Mental Illness Happy Hour podcast with Paul Gilmartin

Just read this amazing memoir, The Buddha and The Borderline, and would recommend it to anyone who struggles with BPD or even just aspects of BPD (as I do). I found so much to relate to, and reading about her emotions and thought processes helped clarify a lot of things for me. It's also inspired me to finally go out and find a meditation group. This is something I've been meaning to do for years.

Has anyone else read this book? What did you think of it?

I agree. I thought it was a great book. Of all the BPD books I have read, this had the best descriptions of what it feels like. I love when she describes the pain as it feels like you are burning alive. I think I actually yelled "YES!" out loud at that point. I was thinking finally someone gets it and can put it into words. Not sure if you have tried DBT yet, but it was a total game changer for me!

I want to read it now that I've read your post. I've been wanting to visit a Buddhist temple and connect with people there.