Day life Quote by Valerie Porr M.A
““This painful mental illness is not fair, but saying it is not fair does not change anything. Thinking that you should not have to work so hard to get through everyday life with someone with BPD does not change the fact that this is what you need to do.””
About This Quote
Acknowledges that unfairness of mental illness doesn’t alter the need for personal effort and coping strategies.
In simple terms: Unfairness doesn’t excuse effort.
Accept reality, seek coping tools.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- daily self‑care
- support groups
- workplace accommodations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance self‑care with external help?
- What coping strategies work best for you?
May overlook systemic barriers and need for external support.