#cluster c culture is

[cluster-c-pds-culture-is]

DPD culture is not being able to form an opinion on certain media until you watch a review on it or hear someone you know talk about it, and when you do form an opinion, hearing another person's opinion on it can cause your opinion to shift to that one instead.

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[a-healthy-dose-of-apathy]

me when my personality disorder actually impacts my life and doesn’t just make me a cool manic pixie dream girl (i will have this realization twice a week)

[sleeplessv0id]

sometimes the distractions fail, and I am forced to confront the fact that I am still as sick as I've always been.

[npd-avpd-culture-is]

NPD + AvPD Culture Is wanting to become a hermit and not talk to anyone ever again but needing validation and praise from others to live

[narcissisticpdcultureis]

NPD + AVPD culture is being so fucking spiteful when you see people with friends in public having a good time. Why do you get to be in public normally and I don't. Why do you get friends and I don't. How do you make friends easily and I don't. I don't get it it's unfair I just want what they have

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[hpdcultureis]

HPD + DPD + PPD culture is making so much shit up for attention because fuck no i'm not telling you anything about my life but also i need to be interesting enough that they don't leave me.

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[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 🐾

[the-egos-own]

Uh, apparently a ton of larger cluster b blogs tend to have a trend of a prevalent chronic harasser(s) not leaving them alone at all for months? This isn't worrying in the slightest. /s This is the third blog I've seen with a serial stalker, why is this common?? 😭

[cluster-c-pds-culture-is]

cluster c with cluster b culture is being self-centered in the most pathetic self-deprecating way possible

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[reddit-007]

Hey there, lovely souls. 💛 If you’re living with Avoidant Personality Disorder (AvPD), you know how tough it can be to feel like you’re stuck between wanting connection and being paralyzed by fear of rejection. But here’s the good news: practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques at home can be a game-changer. ✨

CBT is all about challenging negative thoughts and gradually building healthier behaviors, and you don’t need to wait for a therapy session to start making progress. Let’s talk about how you can gently incorporate CBT into your daily life to overcome AvPD.

1. Challenge Negative Thoughts 🧠

AvPD often fills your mind with harsh self-criticism, like:

"I’ll embarrass myself if I try."

"They’re going to judge me."

"I’m not good enough to be here."

Start catching these thoughts when they pop up. Ask yourself:

What evidence do I have for or against this thought?

Is this thought 100% true, or could there be another perspective?

What would I say to a friend if they had this thought?

Write down the kinder, more balanced responses. Over time, this can rewire your brain to be less harsh on yourself.

2. Practice Gradual Exposure 🌟

Avoidance feels safe, but it keeps you stuck. Start small:

Say “hi” to a neighbor or a cashier.

Reply to one text you’ve been avoiding.

Join an online forum or group where you can participate anonymously.

Each little step chips away at the fear. Remember, courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s taking action despite it.

3. Rewrite the Story 📝

Sometimes we carry painful assumptions from the past, like, “I’ll always be rejected.” Practice rewriting the story:

Reflect on situations where people did accept or value you.

Remind yourself that one bad experience doesn’t define all future interactions.

This helps create space for new, positive experiences to take root.

4. Keep a Success Journal 📖

Every time you do something brave—no matter how small—write it down. Examples:

“I made eye contact with someone today.”

“I went to a social event for 10 minutes.”

“I spoke up in a meeting.”

Reading these wins will remind you how far you’ve come on tough days. 🌈

5. Be Patient with Yourself 💕

Healing takes time, and setbacks are normal. Treat yourself with compassion. Celebrate progress, not perfection. You’re learning to be your own best friend, one step at a time.

✨ Remember: You’re not broken. You’re growing. Practicing CBT at home isn’t just about reducing symptoms—it’s about building a life where you feel safe. ___________

This Recovery Workbook will Help You Practcie This Therapeutic roadmap 🌻

[dependent-broderline-culture-is]

Everyday claims that they are supportive of mental health until you have dependent personality disorder and become dependent on another person. basically to run part of your life

[sleeplessv0id]

I don't believe in God. anymore

but I hope he loved me. at least once.

[dpd-culture-is-blog]

dpd culture is i only ever want to be with my dp .. no one else seems to matter.

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[npd-avpd-culture-is]

npd and avpd culture is simultaneously jumping for joy and jumping off a cliff when someone says “we should hang out more”

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[narcissisticpdcultureis]

NPD + AvPD culture is I'd rather die than be embarrassed or be rejected . Like genuinely just kill me, please don't embarrass me 😭

- sacrifice

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[hpdcultureis]

HPD + NPD + DPD culture is needing constant attention from one specific person or I’ll just keel over and die 🫠

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