Series 5: Borderline in Wonderland - Emotions like storms. Love like fire. A heart that’s too big for this tiny teacup world.

E99: Trial by Heart: The Internal Critic Dressed Like a Queen

In this episode of Wonderland Unlocked, we step into the Queen of Hearts’ courtroom—but this time, the trial is internal.

“Trial by Heart” explores the ruthless inner critic so many of us with BPD carry: the voice that shouts “Off with your head!” at the slightest misstep.

We unpack how this harsh self-judgment forms, why it feels like it’s in charge, and how it ties into shame, perfectionism, and emotional survival.

With compassion and curiosity, we’ll challenge the crown-wearing critic and begin reclaiming our right to be imperfect and human.

Because maybe—just maybe—we deserve more than a sentence handed down by fear.