#avpd safe

[the-abandoned-director]

thought people would like this 👍🏼

[livingzomboy]

some of yall forgot, so im gonna remind you:

- Moral Purity is unattainable. This is recognized in philosophy too.

-Moral purity culture today is HEAVILY ableist

- Immoral actions can be justified

- Your personality disorder doesnt make you a "bad person" even if it makes you do "bad" things

- Moral Purists are NOT welcome in real leftist spaces

-Moral Purity is pushed even more in christianity, which should tell you all you need to know.

- You deserve love , even if moral purists label you a "bad person"

- You deserve love. Period. Full Stop.

[mewos-laptop]

Shoutout to folks w/ low, little, or no empathy, we're really cool actually. /srs

[delphientropy]

personality disorder symbol

a symbol for personality disorders in general rather than a specific disorder, like how the rainbow infinity symbol is often used as a symbol of all neurodivergent disorders

i do know that PDs are neurodivergent, i just wanted to create a symbol that encompassed all personality disorders specifically

the lightbulb represents personality, state of mind, and coping mechanisms due to trauma

the sprout represents growth and hopes to destigmatize these disorders, as well as healing from trauma. the sprout can also mean growing and thriving in places you arent expected to as a "fuck you" to ableists, if the healing symbolism isnt to your liking.

[psychotic-tbh]

Shoutout to folks with Personality Disorders. Y’all don’t get enough support and deal with so much ableism/sanism, it’s unreal.

And to folks without PDs, pls do your best to support PwPDs. We’re not free of ableism til we’re all free of it!

[bpdmaxxer]

[solitaryschizoid]

neurotypicals be like if you have a personality disorder you're either a Cluster Asshole, Cluster Bitch, or a Cluster Cunt

[a-sip-of-milo]

Self-proclaimed empaths only believe in redemption until it's someone with a personality disorder.

Self-proclaimed empaths only believe in self-worth until it's someone with a personality disorder.

Self-proclaimed empaths only believe in good days and bad days until it's someone with a personality disorder.

Self-proclaimed empaths only believe it's okay to make mistakes until the person who makes the mistake is a person with a personality disorder.

It's disgusting.

[a-healthy-dose-of-apathy]

[ontheoutside-lookingin]

If you say something shady about npd/bpd/aspd/did/scizospec/any other commonly vilified conditions…ew disgusting I will block you so fucking fast

[avpd-polls]

[chronicsymptomsyndrome]

I know its been talked about but not nearly enough… it is infuriating how easy it is to find advice for parents and/or partners of people with [insert any number of disorders and conditions here], but not a single fucking result written for and/or by any actual human people actually living with the actual disorder

[therapeutic007]

🌟 How to Practice Self-ERP and CBT for AVPD

Step 1: Identify Your Triggers

What situations do you avoid (e.g., speaking in groups, meeting new people)?

Write them down and rank them by how much anxiety they cause.

Step 2: Start with Small Exposures (ERP)

Pick a low-anxiety trigger and plan to expose yourself to it.

Example: Say hello to a coworker instead of avoiding eye contact.

Resist the urge to “escape” or self-criticize during the exposure.

Celebrate the effort, not the outcome.

Step 3: Challenge Your Thoughts (CBT)

When avoidance or anxiety strikes, ask yourself:

“What’s the evidence that my fear will come true?”

“What’s a more realistic way to view this situation?”

Replace critical self-talk with affirming statements: “I am learning and growing. Perfection isn’t required.”

Step 4: Track Your Progress

Keep a journal of your exposures and thought challenges.

Reflect on your wins, no matter how small.

Step 5: Practice Self-Compassion

Healing takes time, and setbacks are part of the process.

Treat yourself with kindness, as you would a close friend.

💡 The Path to Healing

While AVPD might make the world feel like a scary, judgmental place, it doesn’t define your future. Self-guided ERP and CBT give you the tools to rebuild your relationship with yourself and others, step by step. Over time, those walls of avoidance can come down, revealing a life where connection feels possible—and safe. 🌱💛

Start Your Recovery Plan Now 🐾

[dead-orange-club]

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[alexandraisyes]

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