Challenge Accepted. An Interview with Jay Skeeters.

Challenge Accepted. An Interview with Jay Skeeters.

From From Borderline to Beautiful: Hope and Help for BPD with Rose Skeeters, MA, LPC, PN2 by Rose Skeeters

May 19, 2026 · 45 min

About this episode

Jay and Rose Skeeters discuss practical strategies for embracing challenges and building resilience in the recovery journey.

Discover how shifting perspectives and managing the weight we carry can transform the recovery journey. Join Jay and Rose Skeeters as they explore practical strategies for embracing challenges, maintaining patience, and building resilience through metaphorical weightlifting. In this episode: The analogy of weight on the bar as a metaphor for challenges in recovery Why growth involves discomfort and how to navigate it The importance of adjusting the "weight" when recovery feels overwhelming How routine and self-awareness can help lighten the load The significance of perspective shifts in overcoming negativity Practical steps to recognize and reduce mental weight and negativity routines The role of identity, purpose, and agency in sustained recovery Strategies for developing cognitive empathy in relationships The power of patience, consistency, and self-compassion in mastering skills Encouragement to start small: one actionable step each day Register for the Summer 2026 Support Group on June 3 Today! ⁠ Need individual support? Schedule a session with Rosehere: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

People in this episode

Host: Rose Skeeters

Guest: Jay Skeeters

Topics covered

  • recovery
  • resilience
  • mental health
  • self-awareness
  • cognitive empathy
  • personal growth
  • patience

Keywords

  • weightlifting
  • mental weight
  • identity
  • purpose
  • agency
  • self-compassion
  • actionable steps

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Thrive Online Counseling

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