Description

Overview

Across the Line of a Borderline is a bold, heartfelt exploration of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), written by 24-year-old Lebanese author Mia Mechrek. Through raw honesty, humor, and compassion, Mia takes readers on a journey that is both deeply personal and universally relatable — blending memoir, real recovery stories, and practical therapeutic tools.

The book is not only a survival guide for those struggling with BPD, but also a lifeline for families and loved ones who seek to understand and support without judgment. At its heart, it is a call to break the silence around mental health in Lebanon and the Arab world, where stigma continues to overshadow truth and healing.

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Content Summary

The book is structured into thematic chapters that mirror the challenges and breakthroughs of BPD:

Emotional Intensity – Understanding the whirlwind of feelings and learning to regulate overwhelming emotions.

Identity Struggles – Searching for a sense of self amidst constant shifts and inner conflict.

Relationships & Turbulence – The push-and-pull between intimacy and fear of abandonment.

Impulsivity & Emptiness – Navigating risky behaviors, self-sabotage, and the haunting void within.

Resilience & Healing – Tools for emotional regulation, self-soothing, creativity, and resilience.

Each chapter blends personal narrative, therapeutic strategies, and interactive workbook exercises, making the book both reflective and practical. Readers are invited not just to learn, but to engage with their own healing journey.