Let's chat about Alternate Rebellion - could this be the most important time in recent history to be talking about this DBT skill?The conversation explores the complexities of rebellion, bravery, and the importance of sharing personal stories in the context of mental health and healing.Trigger warning: Throughout the episode we speak about sexual assault, abuse and other potentially triggering topics. Please listen with caution and take good care of yourself if you listen. Throughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! Thank you for listening!
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The Power of Accessible DBT Skills (feat. Dr. Kiki Fehling)
Dr. Kiki Fehling, a super feeler psychologist, author, influencer, and super feeler joins the pod to talk all about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), its accessibility, and the importance of skills for all parts of life. Kiki shares about their journey learning DBT while training as a psychologist and their desire to develop more accessible DBT-based resources. Laurie and Kiki also compare notes on their heart issues (Kiki’s heart attack and Laurie’s heart rhythm disorder) and how they used DBT skills to cope through the attacks themselves and the subsequent treatment and recovery. The conversation also touches on the challenges of traditional DBT resources and the importance that accessibility is improved for people who are neurodiverse, queer or live with disabilities. Kiki shares about their transition from clinical work to creating resources for a wider audience to help meet these accessibility needs. In this episode we talked about A LOT of things so here’s a linked list of all of it! Kiki’s books and resourcesSelf-Directed DBT Skills: A 3-Month DBT Workbook to Regulate Intense Emotions and Create Lasting Change with Dialectical Behavior TherapyDBT Cards for Coping Skills: 125 DBT Skills and Strategies to Find Balance, Joy, and Purpose Upcoming event feat Laurie and KikiClick here to get tickets to the BPD Society of BC’s Virtual BPD Awareness Day Event that Laurie and Kiki are speaking at on May 8th 2025!Other DBT Resources we chatted about:DBT RU VideosDBT for Life BookDBT-Informed Art Therapy Book The Game of Real Life GameThe Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook of DBT Skills BookDBT Skills: Radical Acceptance Podcast Episode Other resources:Rest Is Resistance BookLaziness Does Not Exist BookNow Matters Now WebsiteIf you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! Thank you for listening!
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Walking With Love: Sashbear, Family Support & the Power of Community (feat. Lynn and Sandy)
This week we're joined by Sashbear Foundation founder Lynn Courey and Sandy, a family partner involved in Sashbear's Family Connections Program. The Sashbear Foundation, is an internationally recognized Canadian charity focused on supporting families affected by borderline personality disorder (BPD) and emotion dysregulation. Sashbear was created following Lynn's family's tragic loss of a daughter to suicide. Both Lynn and Sandy share about the impact of peer support for families as well as the importance of normalizing conversations about mental health, decreasing stigma and advocacy. May is borderline personality disorder awareness month and Sashbear hosts fundraising and awareness walks across Canada (and in France!) this summer. Join the Super Feeler team and register for your local walk here! 2025 Sashbear Walks:Ottawa, ON: May 3Burnaby, BC: May 10 - Laurie will be there! Come say hi! Saskatoon, SK: May 24Steinbach, MB: May 24Toronto, ON: May 25Edmonton, AB: May 30St. John, NB: June 8St. John's, NL: June 14Montreal, QC: September 14Virtual Walk: May 1 to September 30Even if you aren't in Canada you can still donate to this important cause to show your support. Throughout our conversation we highlight the beauty found within the BPD community and we hope to see you out wearing orange at the walks to connect with this amazing community even further. To learn more about Sashbear's Family Connections program click here! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! Thank you for listening!
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DBT Skills: Pushing Away and Distracting
In this episode we focus on distraction techniques, emotional regulation, and navigating relationships. Kat talks about 'future faking' in relationships and we all talk about how helpful the idea of "worry appointments" is! The conversation emphasizes the balance between distraction and avoidance, and how understanding these skills can lead to better emotional health and relationshipsThroughout this series we're using the book 'DBT for Life' by Diana Partington to guide our discussions. Get your own copy to follow along with us! If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! Thank you for listening!
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Losing Your Child to the System While Navigating Your Own Abuse (feat. Kati)
This week I’m joined by Kati, who shares her journey with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). Kati discusses her experiences as a young mother and the impact of childhood trauma on her own life.She shares about her abusive relationship, the loss of custody of her son, and her path to healing through therapy and community support.Join Kati and Laurie at the next session of The Super Feelers Club by clicking here. Trigger warnings: child family services, child apprehension, sexual and relationship abuse.If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! Thank you for listening!
Dive into the experiences of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).Hear powerful stories from individuals with lived experience, their families, researchers, and mental health professionals. Each episode provides a strength-based perspective on mental health, filled with humor, raw emotion, and validation.Every other week you will learn from a group of Super Feelers about how they navigate the world using Dialectic Behavioural Therapy skills. Whether you’re navigating these challenges yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to understand more about the complexities of emotional regulation, Super Feeler is here to inform, inspire, and connect. Subscribe to the pod to find hope, understanding, and community on your feed every week.Together, we explore the complexities of these conditions in a way that celebrates the beauty of feeling strongly.
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