That’s a hard one for me, I remember I had an amazing childhood, but some of my best memories come from hanging out with a few family friends, and out of those memories the most memorable are me crashing through their fence with a dirt bike (all but the fence made it), and having a sleepover being moved from tent to house after my friend got stung by a bee in a precarious position. I really wish I had friends like I did back then.
Depression is something I genuinely wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. It’s legit the hardest thing I’ve had to deal with & it’s so disheartening when people tell you it’s a choice. It’s one the biggest mental battles that feels like it will never end even when everything is going well in life.
The number of subscribers makes me really sad. It means a lot of people in the whole wide world are struggling, suffering and aching. 7.6 million is a lot(and is a sign of extreme pain) compared to someone like Taylor Swift who is a super popular superstar and only has 43 million subscribers. God please heal our hearts and minds 🖤
If it was a choice I definitely wouldn't choose it if it was a choice would vi have scars from cutting people Tel me to get out and do things they don't get how hard it is for me when I'm socialy awekward
I know the feeling. Even having the best day i could have... Once it ends... Just feels like it doesn't matter. All of this feels like i'm pretending to be happy. Forcing myself to be happy. What would be the difference for me if doesn't had happen? I'm just avoiding it only to comes back later...
"They don't want to kill themselves, but instead die in their sleep out of mental exhaustion." Man, did I feel identified with that. I know talking about suicide in depression is important, but most of us don't feel like that, even in our worst days. I instead feel like I'm about to collapse and that I want to just fall asleep for months until things don't feel so asphyxiating.
On the “people with depression do not want to die, they just don’t want to live like they do” I really feel that because when I say something about death it’s usually followed by how I wish to be like “reborn” in a fantasy like world. How when I think of that fantasy world it’s just a peaceful life with none of the problems I feel have now.
This is way too relatable I am not diagnosticated with depression, but i'm starting to think i should check cuz i have all the symptoms and everthing that the actually diagnosticated people say feels like something *i* would say
I'm here for you, And if you're on any social media then just check out my about me and scroll down to my socials You can add me there and we can maybe text? Let's be great friends and go through this together shall we? You're not alone in this
nothing is more suffocating and isolating than feeling like dying but being too scared and concerned for others' feelings and the aftermath, so in turn having to stay in the same state for years, feeling like a trapped monster wearing a human disguise.
@@hel2727 What has helped me to feel better about myself more than anything else is serving others. There is a joy one gets helping somone else. But because I am in the high risk group COVID has put a damper on that. So all I can do is post comments and hope that they help someone. I think it is horrible that you feel like a trapped monster. I am not negating your feelings. I just feel bad for you. Maybe you could look around yourself and see if there is a small need that someone else has that you could help them with. Drop by drop you can fill that bucket of kindness towards others and yourself. Just saying . . .
I just hate how you can't express yourself openly like you can with ADHD or other common mental traits. Telling people you might act a little off because of your depression just makes people super worried about you. But that's the opposite of what you want. You don't want anyone to worry about you or treat you differently. You just want them to know that's why you have your big ups and downs. and thats that. I don't need handouts, I can't change it, it just eez wha it eez. *hands in pocket whistling*.
Not always necessarily, some people desperately want and need someone to reach out to them and help them feel like they aren't alone and that they have someone who will listen to them. In my experience it has ALWAYS helped having someone to talk and even vent to, And even if they don't provide any insight or advice, its just comforting and relieving having that one friend to communicate with who will listen and let you get some of your emotional baggage off your chest. The sad thing is, most people going about their business want to avoid any kind of negativity at all costs, and not everyone has that one person to turn to.. The people who need attention the most seem to receive the least because of this.
@@ivyom4392 You're very welcome, but im deeply sorry to hear that you've stated that the same people who tried to help you ended up causing you trauma... nobody will truly understand how it feels to have that hopeless empty feeling inside until they've experienced depression themselves and it's incredibly disrespectful with how people who poorly understand the condition will try to convince you that you're overreacting and even going so far as to judge you and belittle the integrity of your character... as if to devalidate and undermine the genuine pain you hold in your heart. Just always remember to take care of and value yourself! And don't be afraid to reach out to someone you can trust. Have a blessed day/night ❤.
Adhd is something one is born with. It’s not on the same level as depression. And you don’t have to tell anyone you just met that your suffering with a mental health issue or learning disability. Believe me I have both and tell no one unless I need to because it’s private. It should always be private and not the first thing you tell someone, unless it happens into conversation. Other wise it can look like one is looking for sympathy. Someone knowing about one’s mental illness should be special. It’s not for everyone to know.
Having someone who is supportive and understanding.. always there for you, but also perfectly respects your boundaries while showing they genuinely care... It's one of the biggest blessings ever.
@@EagleS0ng Take responsibility for your life, actions, thoughts, joy, sorrow etc. Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
Thing is what if people isn't faking it u probably never met anyone here have you?? Don't judge people based on what u think , what if they deal with depression then what u gonna say "no his faking it"
Well what I was saying is people think that depression isn't a thing so alot of people think that, I've met my fair share of people and I didn't mean that people fake it, I meant that there are people who think like that
1. a depressed person does not necessarily look or behave sad 0:38 2. depression does not define the personality of a person suffering from it 1:14 3. depression is never a choice 1:30 4. people with depression do not want to die, they just don't want to live like they do 2:05 5. people with depression want to feel love just like everybody else 3:01 6. having a depressed friend doesn't mean you need to fix them, nor does it mean they are toxic to you 3:39 I hope I could help!
The worst thing about having depression is when your parents force you to act "normal" when they don't even try to acknowledge the problem you faced in daily lives
we wanna go off until things arent exhausting, a person in depression not necesarilly will tell you "im depressed" most people even hide it below a fake smile and actitude, dont force them to talk if they dont want to, it'll make things only worse instead choose a calm moment for them to talk, dont speed up things, people are not equally emotional and mental and most of all "DONT MAKE THEM FEEL LIKE YOU SUFFER MORE THAN THEM" (i have seen many parents that do this to make you feel bad for them, mine included)
I could be a friend to a depressed person, but having a depressed parent or sibling is much harder especially when you’ve grown up with it as you absorb their emotions. It’s true, you are not responsible for fixing them, just listen to them and give them a hug - the rest depends on them getting professional help
I would sell my soul just to go back to the days when I was so happy, my parents were proud of me, wasn't a disappointment, mentally stable and wasn't insecure
god, it’s so.. it’s so hard to represent things like this in words. People often give me crap because I have depression, and they don’t have it. This genuinely makes me feel like I can communicate everything. Thank you. ❤️❤️❤️
Psychedelic's definitely have potential to deal with mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression, I would like to try them again but it's just so hard to source here.
@ColinWatson-ei4bs I was having this constant, unbearable anxiety because of university stress. Not until I came across Sporeville , a very intelligent mycologist. He saved my life honestly
@@FelipeHidalgo-sd7nu I am feeling the same way too. I put too much on my plate and it definitely affects my stress and anxiety levels. I am also glad to be a part of his community.
I dont even have depression but when i get sad its incredibly infuriating having someone tell you "stop being depresive you're ruining the mood" its just... bruh
When I’m always sad or suicidal, I come to your videos and watch. It’s always nice to know that I’m going through the pain with people that are having the same experience as me.
@@rebelpanther1784 Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
2:05 The song 'numb little bug' - "Like you're not really happy don't you don't wanna die" If you want to try and understand how we feel (People with depression) just listen or read the lyrics to this song. I'm sure many people who have depression (Or, at least I do) love and relate to this song.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SAYING THIS. like, it’s not like I don’t wanna tell my close friends that I have depression. I want to tell them, and I want them to know. I’m just scared of their reaction and I don’t want their therapy every second of the day.
The whole time i was suffering from depression, i felt extremely exhausted and always wished to rest in a peaceful place without anyone bothering me. I absolutely hated socializing with ppl and broke ties with them bcs of my frustration. So, I never really had anyone to talk to. That same time, my mom forced me to cut ties with my precious bsf. They were always willing to talk to me. And never talked to me only bcs they needed something. They would always tell me about their day, and it made me really happy about being important to that person. After 2 months of no contact at all, we ended up at the same school and class, and they started the conversation. But during those months, something had happened to them. Something that affected their emotions and somehow became broken. I wasnt able to be there for them, even when they were for me. Having depression was the worse thing i could ever experience. The only way I was able to recover was having a talk with my mother. I told her things I was experiencing, and thankfully, she let me get back with my bsf. I truly hope that the people experiencing depression and other difficulties will be able to find happiness again, and start anew.
Usually I don’t have depression I just feel down sometimes. To everyone who thinks they are depressed, if you’re feeling down then the next day feel good then you’re luckily not depressed, but I warn you fold your blanket daily, keep yourself tidy, exercise everyday (it can be a few walks) and set realistic goals or ask help when you’re feeling down.
I had a really few months a few years ago where I was severely depressed, wasn’t eating, just sleeping. It feels like such a dark place and I never though I’d get out of it. I can firmly say that having someone there for you that just understands you and is willing to listen to you is amazing. I didn’t really have a connection with my family and I had a friend online that would just check up on me every single day and it kept me going. If anyone out there reading this is struggling I can say to you it gets better, your still gonna have good days and bad days but it gets better I do still have days where I think I’m shit and worthless and I have found my way of dealing with it but it is challenging sometimes You can get through this ✌️
Occasionally concealing emotions is pretty normal. It might even seem like the best option in tense or public situations. But when you hide your feelings because you fear how others will react, you end up denying your own experience
I appreciate that you covered the topic of not always wanting to end your life but wanting to live differently, and the fact there isn’t always a reason for the feelings. For the past year I’ve had suicidal thoughts every 10-20 minutes and a lot of the time I didn’t actually want to. I was able to find a lot of comfort from this video, especially when you said there doesn’t have to be a reason for it. I’ve struggled quite a bit with it, and tried to deny that I had depression because I couldn’t think of a reason for it. The part about people needing to just listen and stay loyal really hit too. I’ve lost a couple of friends in the past because they complained or stopped talking to me when I wanted to talk about my problems. I haven’t talked to my parents about it yet either because just this year they found out that I have ADD, dyslexia, and I had to get a pre-cancerous spot removed; I don’t want to add more to that list right now.
I am guessing almost everyone here has experienced some form of depression. If you are here, you are getting through. People may not see it, but i do. You are doing great! Slowly, step by step. People are here for you. Love you and care for you. Dont give up. It sucks yes, its hard too. I know. But… Its not the end. You will get the love and support you deserve! Have a good day!
I don't even know. My trauma caused me to isolate myself from ages 13 to 32. No friends, no lovers. Just work and avoidance and shaming myself for not being able to go talk to people regardless of how badly I want to. I don't know what the hell is wrong with me, but it's too late to fix it. Even if I had the courage, I don't know how to be a person anymore I also feel like I should have said something about it while I was young. If i expressed these struggles when I was younger someone might have cared, but expressing them while I'm older, people just think I'm whining. But I'm no better equipped now than I was at 13. I don't know what to do.
Hey its ok your not your just now realized it and Hey it's never too late at least I don't think so..iv been in a feeling like how you been feeling a bit ..I'm only in my mid 20s ..I'm trying my best to get better tho..again I'm sorry if my advice isn't the best but I just wanta say I don't think your complaining just people mostly saying just ingou it since your an adult which I don't think that's fair:( again also depends on the people your around too I wish you the best now ok🌸🌺💖if it makes you feel better I care 💗
Your just on the same age like me, AnD yes we have something in common, i suffer some childhood trauma, having hard time meeting new people, sometimes paranoid around them..... But honestly that's probably just negative thoughts.... I always try to talk to people, but end up forgot their name and having hard time Focusing task at hands, thanks to depression....
I'm currently on the 4th point. I'm starting to realize that maybe i don't want to die and maybe just escape from my own self. I've been having thoughs of "maybe i just want to live" or "what if i try to live instead?" and honestly it scares me a lot because it's something new.. I've been struggling since 2014 (where i got diagnosed) with a double depression (suicide, been there tried that) and after all this time to starting to have thoughs of "maybe i can be better?" is WILD for me.
Watching this to know about my friend more , i have been depressed but its sort of a blur now that i am not depressed so watching this to know about it more again
I've been struggling with clinical depression for over 20yrs. My mom frustrates me when she asks "are you feeling better? Is your depression gone? I try to explain that's not how it works. It's not a cold. She just okay okays me til she changes topics. I just got used to simply saying I'm fine. If she doesnt get it by now, I don't have the mental energy to try to keep explaining myself.
It's been a while since I've been pretending to have overcome depression to have my parents leave me alone. But I know very well it's still there and doesn't look like leaving
As someone who has depression. I can definitely relate to this video. I always feel like I should tell someone about it but everytime I do. People will only say things like "Imagine pretending to have depression just got attention"
THANK YOU! I have no family support because they think I’m “choosing” to be depressed. I’ve tried explaining it to them. But they won’t listen to me. I’m going to have them watch this video. It explains everything that I’m going through. You’ve made my day so much better! I appreciate you. 🤗♥️
@@aimeejane_writings Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
Sometimes my go to thing to do when I feel depression kicking in is to seclude myself. It’s like a reflex. Like If everyone around me is happy or having a good time. I step away because I don’t want to be the one that kills the vibe.
Ajett, boy do I feel you! That’s exactly how I feel. Doesn’t seem to make anything better, but I feel like I’m trying to shield people from my negative emotions. Unfortunately, we really do need compassionate people who won’t be afraid of us but WILL listen and be there when we’re suffering.
I went to psychotherapy a few years ago, and my therapist told me that "depression is like cancer for the brain". What she meant was that the "dark thoughts" is fighting with the "good thoughts", and are winning if untreated. It's not a direct quote from her why it is, but the part about depression being like cancer for the brain stuck with me. Just because of the similarities. Change the (hypothetical) cancerous cells in your body with the anxiety, self-harming, suicide-thoughts and/or dark days and it makes sense. Left untreated it can kill you, and treatment is still not a guarantee. And one thing I would like people to know about my depression is to trust that I can do my job. If I need help I'll ask. I've come so far to know my triggers, and I will let you know if I need help or not. Don't just assume I can't do certain things because I have depression, or that I need easier tasks than everyone else. Have faith in me that I can do it, instead of taking pity on me. It makes me feel even more worthless, depressed and anxious about my work than I already am (maybe that's just me).
My best friend is suffering from depression for about a month now, and I've been trying to help her out, but I wasn't sure if I was helping, or making it worse. I felt like I might be putting pressure on her. Thanks for the vid.
Just gonna go on a mini rant here... number 6 really helped. Not so much for people around me but for me. I've struggled with depression for years and I keep pushing people away because I feel like I'd just be poison in their lives. I didnt want to be that one rainy cloud they had in their bright sunny day. So hearing that just because I may not be at my best doesnt mean I'm toxic, really helped. Thank you so much and its nice to have these videos and see that I'm not the only person who feels this way. Anyways thanks for tolerating that mini rant have a nice day :)
This is helping me so much, now I know how not to act around depressed people, basically don't be a jerk, tho I'm glad to know that I can't fix them but what I can do to help is be there for them.
also dont make it a competition. dont compare their life with yours or someone elses in a way that makes it seem like they dont have it as bad as you or other people. this makes them feel like their feelings are invalid and makes them feel guilty for not being able to just "get over it"
Yep people are always thinking "that guy is like he's faking depression just ignore him and don't talk to him" well for me I don't really care about what thee saying but I care about people who they told them that I'm faking it, sometimes they don't even understand what other people feel, they always care about stupid things that makes no sense
Shit, I couldn't finish the video. It's one of those rough weeks and the video is just too real for me to handle it without worrying anyone at home. I'll just save it and finish watching it later. Great job explaining it, especially about the "don't want to die, just have a different life". I know this video will help a lot of people in the future.
Edit: TW- mentions of sewer slide and self harm Hey Psych2go, or whatever I should call your channel, I just wanted to say some stuff real quick. I know your probably not going to see this but...who knows? maybe you will. Basically I just got diagnosed with depression a few weeks ago, and your videos have been very helpful. They've distracted me from self harm, they've distracted me from suicidal urges, and they distract me from breaking down in the middle or class lol. They helped me find coping mechanisms before I got a therapist, and they've made me feel basically just stronger. I just wanted to thank you so much. Your videos are making my stupid 13 year old brain feel better. HaPpY chEmIcaLs! Also I wanted to ask, how are you today? Or night? Idk, just wanted to say thank you
Thank you for sharing. It means the world to us to know that our videos have helped you and others in the same boat. We are here to support you. You got this!
You guys are speaking right to me and telling me things I wish I could share with others myself. It’s a terribly exhausting existence, and it seems you’re spot on with how I’m feeling most of the time. Thank you.
This channel is always so helpful. As someone who suffers from Major Depressive Disorder and has for my whole life so far this video helps me share to others that it isn't a choice and isnt always easy to explain. Thank you
when I tell someone I feel depressed, they give me very unhelpful advice. And a lot of times they make fun of me or just say to “cheer up”. I’m so tired of people doing these things. I just want to be happy. Then also when I laugh or it seems like I’m happy, they start to think I’m faking my own sadness. I just someone to listen to me, but no one I know will. I hope to whoever has these feelings have a very good, happy life
@@strwbrry112 Sister ignore him he is just playing with people everywhere who already in trouble I suggest you to hear Quran will give peace of mind and help you to decrease stress and depression Please click my Dp and click to playlist where you will find surah Rahman listen to it
I can relate to this, everyday just seems to get worse at every passing day. I have depression and extreme anxiety, (or at least what my therapist says) and everyone around me think it’s a big fat joke, which it’s not. My parents always criticize me for not talking to people and being alone all the time, and my aunt just says “just smile and everything will be ok”. I’ve even had a time when I was in a group project and was too afraid to join the talk. Then a person from another table came to me and said “You need to stop this, your not being very nice”, which really hurt me because I’m not the one who wants to see people suffer, or even just hurt people. But to those suffering: I know a lot of people had said it before, but thing will get better, and I’ll be here, wherever/whoever you are, I’ll always be here supporting you. P.S. Sorry for the long comment and stupid text
Hey, I can relate to you and I am sorry you don’t have support from your family. Mental health is not a joke or should be dismissed. But this is only temporary pain even though it feels like forever. I wish you the best in life❤️
It’s okay, I don’t personally suffer from any of these things (I haven’t been diagnosed) but I understand how you feel. My family constantly tries to force me to interact with people and go to parties even though I constantly feel like I’m being judged/watched. Whenever I have to go to social events or do public speaking, I constantly feel nauseous and tired. My family just dismisses it as me being “selfish“ and “childish“ sometimes and I constantly worry about what could happen. Your comment isn’t dumb because you’re being brave enough to talk about it and showing your experiences which many people can relate to.
As someone who has being suffering from depression for years, it is overwhelming when people barely even know from what you are coming from. And even if people know its background, it has been a tough life for me. I was laughed at for having depression by my mother, who is a doctor (and who has obviously known the medical side of this) and bashed at by my classmates (the majority who do psychology and learn about a ton of mental illnesses) just because I had asked for a tiny break from the teacher because I was suffering from a panic attack during class. Sometimes, people just *NEVER* learn...😐😐 And to all those who are suffering from depression out there: I know it sounds cliche to say this, but the sun will shine brightly after the darkest storm. Even when we are going through rough situations, there will be a day where we could all stay in a meadow of flowers when we will finally be accepted as who we are. So, don't end your life here, don't stop it. They say things will get better, but if you feel like it doesn't, take a pause from everything. Lots of love and cookies🍪🍪💖💖 and sorry for this looonngggg comment hehe😅
That was so spot on. I’m in constant mental and physical pain. Everyday is a struggle. It takes me hours to get dressed. Its a good day if I keep myself fed with ACTUAL food. I dont want to commit anything. I just want the pain to stop. I just….need a break. And I want my family to stop making me feel like I‘m making their lifes so much harder because of my depression…
I used to suffer depression, but I realized on why I obtained such a mental illness that it opened my eyes about my life and what Im doing with it and on how much time I have wasted having so much regrets on my actions such as playing video games, family issues, trouble at studying, negativity, socially awkward etc. I fought hard against it by myself for months and found new ways on how to become the better version of myself, now today I can proudly say I am now cured from depression and I seriously want to study because my passion is to become an astronomer and meteorologist, willing to spend 10 years each job :)
This video was so relatable, it hurts. Especially the "they don't want to die" part. It's so true, I don't want to die, but I also don't want to live like this. I want to feel free again, it's been a long time since I did.
To further expand on how it feels like to have depression (combined with a lot of other stuff like being socially anxious and other metal illnesses), it's like a never ending awkward feeling in your stomach that you wake up with, if you even got any sleep, it quickly progresses throughout your body and by the time you get to school any and all motivation is gone and you just sleep through the entire day. Having to sit alone at lunch because you don't fit in and aren't social. Doing anything and everything to cover your face because you hate it so much. The list goes on, my good days are generally days where I don't see my face and don't get into trouble one way or another. Bad days on the other hand, I wouldn't even wish anything close to it on my worst enemy.
I really hate it when someone finally knows I have depression, then they treat me very differently. They will stop invite me to some party cuz they believe that I'm not in the mood for social life and too tired to get out from my bed. To this day, I just keep quiet about my depression, not until I can find someone that would willing to learn about it more instead of making assumption
Thank you for saying that people suffering from depression are not always sad. I am a positive, perky person yet I suffer from Major Depressive Disorder and several other mental health disorders. People are always surprised when they find out that I suffer from depression because I am so upbeat, but it is a terrible struggle to maintain "an even keel" so to speak, and daily tasks are like mountains to climb.
If you were my friend and your depression idc your still my bestie and I'll give you happy memories you'll never forget so that the next time your down you can think of the good memories and get better 🥺❤️ take care every one 🤗
I had a breathe of relief when you said number four my mom doesn’t get this at all and the fact that someone actually knows this is reliving to me thank you so much
Last point is incredibly important to me. My friends blame me being in depression on me and one even called me cringe for expressing my depression. I've been pushing them away quite a bit because they simply got too close. But what hits the hardest is when I stand up for myself they beat me down to the point the depression gets worse.
I swear Psych2go knows me better than my own parents and the rest of the around me. Finally we ( the ones screaming for some understanding) are understood.... I couldn't have described it better. Thank you Psych2go for doing this. 🙏🏻
3:39 thank you. I used to stop watching videos from this channel because you guys throw the word "toxic" around way too much like a permanent label. Thank you for being considerate. I suffer with chronic depression since i was 16 and now i'm 32. Still no fix, and only agravating more and more. Specially now as my fiancee canceled our plans and just left when I most needed support of some other life issues. People can be very cruel to someone who suffers from depression like they are an alien form of life or are "just having a lack of will".
This might be one of the most important videos you've made thus far (though they are all excellent!). I mean this even from the perspective of a person with recurrant major depressive disorder who often struggles to explain these things to friends and family. Thank you for helping me develop my vocabulary and articulating the feelings I struggle to give voice to!
Number 4 is so relatable, I've been there before and still am.. Mostly because I have a lot to go through or just thinking too much, especially when it comes to Doctor appointments, School Homework/meeting with parents & many more. Who ever is going through the Depressed time right now, I just want you to know, that there will ALWAYS be at least ONE person that can Truly Help You or Understands you more than others. Of course, its very difficult to actually be able to find/know who THAT ONE person is. It takes time and patience to find them, but some of you might actually already know who it is, whenever is your BFF/friend, family, Teacher, Therapist or anyone such as Doctors/Nurses/Police & other.
I greatly agree. My family did not know and still doesn't know how bad mine can be. Thank you for posting this . Gives me hope that more people acknowledge this
Please don't tell me to get over it or snap out of it. It makes me feel invalid and it hurts very much. Depression is a real disease and you can't just snap out of it. I've struggled with this since my teens years and will continue to have this for the rest of my life. I'm still me rather I have good days or bad days.
All of us will. But u cant choose to be weak. U have to know u are as strong and as capable as everyone else. I have depression but im the happy guy. U have to keep going cuz u have to. Even if u dont want to. But thats okay
As someone who has been grappling with depression and suicide for over 30 years, it always makes me chuckle whenever someone says to go get help, go talk to someone or to talk to them. Like, talking isnt going to solve my problems, dying on the other hand definitely would. I'm sure the day I put an iron in my mouth will be a day I can finally get some relief
honestly can y'all just shut up about the "remember, you're not alone in this" or something like that. because i TRIED venting to people, and that went horribly wrong. I've probably went insane and started venting to myself, making up scenarios, crying every night.
Nobody else wants to know. I've been there. It's too hard for them to deal with, and to be fair, would you want to go there by choice? Take care, my friend.
I started bawling on number 5 It’s true, especially with the animated scene I don’t think I’m worthy, and I’m currently on the road to recovery but man it hurts still to be lonely, it’d be nice to have someone wait for me yet also be there for me
@@m00se40 True man , people should atleast be kind and respectful even if they dont necessarily agree with the other person , and I wish people behaved like decent human beings with a brain when disagreeing with something and kept in mind to only respectfully express their opinions without insulting the thing which the other person likes or has a bias with
I relate alot. Have been living with major depressive disorder since ~13 i am now 34. If anything i would say the feeling of depression is utterly exhausting putting pn a brave face doing what normal people do but every fibre of your being wants to shut down and listen to silence or sleep is debilatating. 10/10 would not recommend. Love the channel please continue the good work.
When someone says,o,c'mon it's not that serius u are overreacting,it just makes u more depressed and it feels like they don't care about you,and this leads to self harm ☠️
Ka lindi, Take responsibility for all aspects of your life. Avoid watching negative social media and comparing your life with neighbours, friends or relatives. Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
I have a friend who I think had depression, so everyday I ask if she's okay and do my best to comfort / help her find a way to choose to be happy and I listen. This helped a lot, and now im pretty sure she does have it. She's getting better everyday, and I think she is almost completely out of depression! :D
If ur saying I'm depressed, I’m not. And I technically wasn't lying, because I changed what I thought.. So I didn't really lie? I didn't know what I know now. So-
I have a friend who suffers deform depression and anxiety. They have medication to manage it all. I didn’t know how to help them when they’re down or stressed but now I have a better idea of how to so that. Thank you so much for this video, it will help guide me to listening to my friend.
Dysthymia seems to fit, since I can vividly remember a sense of absolute futility at age 5. Does one ever feel "normal" or "average?" I know there is a genetic component, but coupling it with a violently abusive childhood only exacerbates the condition several fold.
Yes. This video exactly described what I’ve been contemplating I don’t want to live or die My life is a stress and I just want to have some peace But dying would leave problems for the people I care about So it’s an existence of just doing what you can to just exist
My best friend suffers from depression pretty badly. I've grown to know how to be there for him but I'm watching this video just in case there's things I wouldn't think about. By far, he's one of the best influences on my life.
This is exactly what i wish people understood. Especially point 4. I don't want to leave,i just want to live a normal life:/ Thank you so much for doing this video. Have a nice day/night:)
How do I comfort my friend who has bipolar when she can’t escape the exhausting parts of her life? too young to move out, family issues, feels like there’s nothing left, I’m not sure how to help her.
Number 4: so so true. Like just waiting for the "candle to burn durn". Also, the line from "Mad World" (song by Michael Andrews) "the dreams in which I'm dying are the best I've ever had" always hits right into my feelings... It's even literally true. I've had these dreams several times and they were always so good, especially when I mostly have bad ones. I had a serious seizure a while ago (triggered by other psychosomatic issues) and the first clear thought after coming to was a big disappointment and almost anger to have woken up again. II had not planned this but it would have been the perfect oportunity to finally be freed from all the "pain" of being alive. This and so much more. It is terribly hard. Thank you for your work of spreading awareness about mental health issues. And much strengt to oll of you out there who suffer in similar ways, or to the relatives to see their loved ones suffer and feel helpless too.
What's your happiest childhood memory? Comment below.
I don't have one, and if I did, I'd forget.
When me and all my childhood friends were playing together at my babysitter’s. I can’t recall an actual moment, but I know I enjoyed those times.
That’s a hard one for me, I remember I had an amazing childhood, but some of my best memories come from hanging out with a few family friends, and out of those memories the most memorable are me crashing through their fence with a dirt bike (all but the fence made it), and having a sleepover being moved from tent to house after my friend got stung by a bee in a precarious position.
I really wish I had friends like I did back then.
Can't think of one
Your honor that is highly offensive
Depression is something I genuinely wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. It’s legit the hardest thing I’ve had to deal with & it’s so disheartening when people tell you it’s a choice. It’s one the biggest mental battles that feels like it will never end even when everything is going well in life.
Yeah.. I’m 11 years old and already got depression (not self diagnosed) 😭
Thank goodness it’s over!
The number of subscribers makes me really sad. It means a lot of people in the whole wide world are struggling, suffering and aching. 7.6 million is a lot(and is a sign of extreme pain) compared to someone like Taylor Swift who is a super popular superstar and only has 43 million subscribers. God please heal our hearts and minds 🖤
If it was a choice I definitely wouldn't choose it if it was a choice would vi have scars from cutting people Tel me to get out and do things they don't get how hard it is for me when I'm socialy awekward
@@RomeoandGabbar I’m 10 and have depression
I know the feeling. Even having the best day i could have... Once it ends... Just feels like it doesn't matter. All of this feels like i'm pretending to be happy. Forcing myself to be happy. What would be the difference for me if doesn't had happen? I'm just avoiding it only to comes back later...
"They don't want to kill themselves, but instead die in their sleep out of mental exhaustion." Man, did I feel identified with that. I know talking about suicide in depression is important, but most of us don't feel like that, even in our worst days. I instead feel like I'm about to collapse and that I want to just fall asleep for months until things don't feel so asphyxiating.
5 DAYS AGOOO?????!
HOW IS THAT 5 DAYS AGO
THIS WAS JUST POSTED HOW DID U-
@@Sky_Dragon_OwO Oh my I actually didn’t notice that until you mentioned it😧
If anyone said first, that's a lie lol
On the “people with depression do not want to die, they just don’t want to live like they do” I really feel that because when I say something about death it’s usually followed by how I wish to be like “reborn” in a fantasy like world. How when I think of that fantasy world it’s just a peaceful life with none of the problems I feel have now.
One of my best friends passed away two weeks ago, and I just keep thinking how lucky she is because now she is in a better place.
This is way too relatable
I am not diagnosticated with depression, but i'm starting to think i should check cuz i have all the symptoms and everthing that the actually diagnosticated people say feels like something *i* would say
I'm here for you, And if you're on any social media then just check out my about me and scroll down to my socials
You can add me there and we can maybe text? Let's be great friends and go through this together shall we?
You're not alone in this
nothing is more suffocating and isolating than feeling like dying but being too scared and concerned for others' feelings and the aftermath, so in turn having to stay in the same state for years, feeling like a trapped monster wearing a human disguise.
@@hel2727 What has helped me to feel better about myself more than anything else is serving others. There is a joy one gets helping somone else. But because I am in the high risk group COVID has put a damper on that. So all I can do is post comments and hope that they help someone.
I think it is horrible that you feel like a trapped monster. I am not negating your feelings. I just feel bad for you. Maybe you could look around yourself and see if there is a small need that someone else has that you could help them with. Drop by drop you can fill that bucket of kindness towards others and yourself. Just saying . . .
I just hate how you can't express yourself openly like you can with ADHD or other common mental traits. Telling people you might act a little off because of your depression just makes people super worried about you. But that's the opposite of what you want. You don't want anyone to worry about you or treat you differently. You just want them to know that's why you have your big ups and downs. and thats that. I don't need handouts, I can't change it, it just eez wha it eez. *hands in pocket whistling*.
Fr, and even after getting so much help, that "help" was the type of help that traumatized me... I might still have my ups and downs
Not always necessarily, some people desperately want and need someone to reach out to them and help them feel like they aren't alone and that they have someone who will listen to them. In my experience it has ALWAYS helped having someone to talk and even vent to, And even if they don't provide any insight or advice, its just comforting and relieving having that one friend to communicate with who will listen and let you get some of your emotional baggage off your chest. The sad thing is, most people going about their business want to avoid any kind of negativity at all costs, and not everyone has that one person to turn to.. The people who need attention the most seem to receive the least because of this.
@@soldyrkare5790 ah yes, like the call for help... I've actually experienced it way before. Thank you for mentioning it :)
@@ivyom4392 You're very welcome, but im deeply sorry to hear that you've stated that the same people who tried to help you ended up causing you trauma... nobody will truly understand how it feels to have that hopeless empty feeling inside until they've experienced depression themselves and it's incredibly disrespectful with how people who poorly understand the condition will try to convince you that you're overreacting and even going so far as to judge you and belittle the integrity of your character... as if to devalidate and undermine the genuine pain you hold in your heart. Just always remember to take care of and value yourself! And don't be afraid to reach out to someone you can trust. Have a blessed day/night ❤.
Adhd is something one is born with. It’s not on the same level as depression. And you don’t have to tell anyone you just met that your suffering with a mental health issue or learning disability. Believe me I have both and tell no one unless I need to because it’s private. It should always be private and not the first thing you tell someone, unless it happens into conversation. Other wise it can look like one is looking for sympathy. Someone knowing about one’s mental illness should be special. It’s not for everyone to know.
"it's not you, it's me." Is literal. It's my brain making me feel depressed not you.
They want it to be about them, so they don't have to try to understand you.
Having someone who is supportive and understanding.. always there for you, but also perfectly respects your boundaries while showing they genuinely care... It's one of the biggest blessings ever.
How lucky! Cherish those people!
I wish i could have someone like that.. I would do that to my beloved one, my friend or family but um i dont have friends so um
I have people who care for me and I still feel horrible
I often still feel terrible too. For me, it's a matter of having someone I can feel comfortable with confiding in when things become too overwhelming.
@@EagleS0ng Take responsibility for your life, actions, thoughts, joy, sorrow etc. Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
You can hear in Amanda's voice how much she relates to depressed people and how upset she is by people thinking that they're faking it
Mhm!
Thing is what if people isn't faking it u probably never met anyone here have you?? Don't judge people based on what u think , what if they deal with depression then what u gonna say "no his faking it"
Well what I was saying is people think that depression isn't a thing so alot of people think that, I've met my fair share of people and I didn't mean that people fake it, I meant that there are people who think like that
1. a depressed person does not necessarily look or behave sad 0:38
2. depression does not define the personality of a person suffering from it 1:14
3. depression is never a choice 1:30
4. people with depression do not want to die, they just don't want to live like they do 2:05
5. people with depression want to feel love just like everybody else 3:01
6. having a depressed friend doesn't mean you need to fix them, nor does it mean they are toxic to you 3:39
I hope I could help!
Why does this have no likes?? This comment is literally a life saver
How was this comment five days ago-
@@MouldyLimbs member
@@MouldyLimbs or they just time travelled…. i’ve done it before 😏
@@lazyproeagle ohhh
The worst thing about having depression is when your parents force you to act "normal" when they don't even try to acknowledge the problem you faced in daily lives
True
@@fela54j7 poor account
@e rip e
It's sad, but yes, that is true.
yes
we wanna go off until things arent exhausting, a person in depression not necesarilly will tell you "im depressed" most people even hide it below a fake smile and actitude, dont force them to talk if they dont want to, it'll make things only worse instead choose a calm moment for them to talk, dont speed up things, people are not equally emotional and mental and most of all
"DONT MAKE THEM FEEL LIKE YOU SUFFER MORE THAN THEM" (i have seen many parents that do this to make you feel bad for them, mine included)
I know it sucks when someone says i have been through worse than you i think people like that need to not say anything at all
Those are the type of people that ticks me off
they don't want to die, they just don't want to live like how they're lving now. Bruh this line is sick. I LOVE IT
you won't let me live, you won't let me die.
Fr.....This line was Soo true I felt that in the bottom of my heart 🥺
I agree i just want thing to get back before the pandemic 😠💔😭
@@mememan6322 true
And to have someone there to listen and understand these ideas is a blessing!
My mom told how she went through depression, she described it as a feeling that make you wish you had something to want or enjoy.
Hope er'body is havin a snazzy day.
What do you mean by snazzy? :P
☺️💞💞 me too, shnazzy day 😉
No
@@Psych2go According to the dictionary, it means, “stylish and attractive”
@@Psych2go 🙆🏻♀️nAeviS🚶🏻♀️we🦗love🦛you
More like this is for parents. 6 things that parents should know about teen depression
Or parents with adult children with depression
yeah
@@downhomesunset Yes, it's often forgotten, thanks for precising it !
Not just teen but all their children.. Cuz not just big kids have depression
... or general public about the potential risk of mistaking depression
I could be a friend to a depressed person, but having a depressed parent or sibling is much harder especially when you’ve grown up with it as you absorb their emotions. It’s true, you are not responsible for fixing them, just listen to them and give them a hug - the rest depends on them getting professional help
I would sell my soul just to go back to the days when I was so happy, my parents were proud of me, wasn't a disappointment, mentally stable and wasn't insecure
You are no disappointment, you are a wonderful and necessary addition to this world!!
I feel the same way. I used to have people who cared about me back then.
You are special and they are the ones who are wrong for judging you. You matter, Jesus loves you, and I love you ❤️
This channel is a Heaven. You described these things that real hard for us to express in words
god, it’s so.. it’s so hard to represent things like this in words. People often give me crap because I have depression, and they don’t have it. This genuinely makes me feel like I can communicate everything. Thank you. ❤️❤️❤️
Psychedelic's definitely have potential to deal with mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression, I would like to try them again but it's just so hard to source here.
@ColinWatson-ei4bs I was having this constant, unbearable anxiety because of university stress. Not until I came across Sporeville , a very intelligent mycologist. He saved my life honestly
@KatherineKassandra Sporeville
@lG
@@FelipeHidalgo-sd7nu I am feeling the same way too. I put too much on my plate and it definitely affects my stress and anxiety levels. I am also glad to be a part of his community.
Does Sporeville ship?
I dont even have depression but when i get sad its incredibly infuriating having someone tell you "stop being depresive you're ruining the mood" its just... bruh
When I’m always sad or suicidal, I come to your videos and watch. It’s always nice to know that I’m going through the pain with people that are having the same experience as me.
Life is hard, and it's not easy to handle that much pain.
😭
I don't know if I have depression but I often wish I wasn't alive
@@rebelpanther1784 people with depression does not just want to die, but escape the life they live, it might be depression that you have
@@rebelpanther1784 Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
2:05
The song 'numb little bug' - "Like you're not really happy don't you don't wanna die" If you want to try and understand how we feel (People with depression) just listen or read the lyrics to this song. I'm sure many people who have depression (Or, at least I do) love and relate to this song.
This is a really good song recommendation. I definitely relate to the lyrics.
Me too :3
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SAYING THIS. like, it’s not like I don’t wanna tell my close friends that I have depression. I want to tell them, and I want them to know. I’m just scared of their reaction and I don’t want their therapy every second of the day.
The whole time i was suffering from depression, i felt extremely exhausted and always wished to rest in a peaceful place without anyone bothering me. I absolutely hated socializing with ppl and broke ties with them bcs of my frustration. So, I never really had anyone to talk to. That same time, my mom forced me to cut ties with my precious bsf. They were always willing to talk to me. And never talked to me only bcs they needed something. They would always tell me about their day, and it made me really happy about being important to that person. After 2 months of no contact at all, we ended up at the same school and class, and they started the conversation. But during those months, something had happened to them. Something that affected their emotions and somehow became broken. I wasnt able to be there for them, even when they were for me. Having depression was the worse thing i could ever experience. The only way I was able to recover was having a talk with my mother. I told her things I was experiencing, and thankfully, she let me get back with my bsf. I truly hope that the people experiencing depression and other difficulties will be able to find happiness again, and start anew.
Usually I don’t have depression I just feel down sometimes.
To everyone who thinks they are depressed, if you’re feeling down then the next day feel good then you’re luckily not depressed, but I warn you fold your blanket daily, keep yourself tidy, exercise everyday (it can be a few walks) and set realistic goals or ask help when you’re feeling down.
I had a really few months a few years ago where I was severely depressed, wasn’t eating, just sleeping. It feels like such a dark place and I never though I’d get out of it. I can firmly say that having someone there for you that just understands you and is willing to listen to you is amazing. I didn’t really have a connection with my family and I had a friend online that would just check up on me every single day and it kept me going. If anyone out there reading this is struggling I can say to you it gets better, your still gonna have good days and bad days but it gets better
I do still have days where I think I’m shit and worthless and I have found my way of dealing with it but it is challenging sometimes
You can get through this ✌️
Same with me dude ❤️🥺🥺🥺🥺 u expressed me 😭
Occasionally concealing emotions is pretty normal. It might even seem like the best option in tense or public situations. But when you hide your feelings because you fear how others will react, you end up denying your own experience
I appreciate that you covered the topic of not always wanting to end your life but wanting to live differently, and the fact there isn’t always a reason for the feelings. For the past year I’ve had suicidal thoughts every 10-20 minutes and a lot of the time I didn’t actually want to. I was able to find a lot of comfort from this video, especially when you said there doesn’t have to be a reason for it. I’ve struggled quite a bit with it, and tried to deny that I had depression because I couldn’t think of a reason for it. The part about people needing to just listen and stay loyal really hit too. I’ve lost a couple of friends in the past because they complained or stopped talking to me when I wanted to talk about my problems. I haven’t talked to my parents about it yet either because just this year they found out that I have ADD, dyslexia, and I had to get a pre-cancerous spot removed; I don’t want to add more to that list right now.
Happy Halloween Psych2goers 🎃. Candy corn: Love it or Leave it? 🎃💙
Love it even tho i dont go trick or treating cause its not popular in indonesia
Love it!🎃
Nah
It's kinda gross
Depends on my mood, sometimes it’s good sometimes it’s not 🎃🍂
I am guessing almost everyone here has experienced some form of depression.
If you are here, you are getting through. People may not see it, but i do. You are doing great! Slowly, step by step. People are here for you. Love you and care for you.
Dont give up. It sucks yes, its hard too. I know. But… Its not the end. You will get the love and support you deserve!
Have a good day!
This made me tear up. I wish you a beautiful life :)
Thank you ❤️
Thank you ❤
I don't even know. My trauma caused me to isolate myself from ages 13 to 32. No friends, no lovers. Just work and avoidance and shaming myself for not being able to go talk to people regardless of how badly I want to. I don't know what the hell is wrong with me, but it's too late to fix it. Even if I had the courage, I don't know how to be a person anymore
I also feel like I should have said something about it while I was young. If i expressed these struggles when I was younger someone might have cared, but expressing them while I'm older, people just think I'm whining. But I'm no better equipped now than I was at 13. I don't know what to do.
Hey its ok your not your just now realized it and Hey it's never too late at least I don't think so..iv been in a feeling like how you been feeling a bit ..I'm only in my mid 20s ..I'm trying my best to get better tho..again I'm sorry if my advice isn't the best but I just wanta say I don't think your complaining just people mostly saying just ingou it since your an adult which I don't think that's fair:( again also depends on the people your around too I wish you the best now ok🌸🌺💖if it makes you feel better I care 💗
@@kimberlybogert7031 I've realized it since my early 20's, I just never had the courage or support needed to overcome it.
@@kimberlybogert7031 thanks for the well wishes though!
@@blaireofhylia1572 oh ok am sorry I didn't know but I understand and no need to Thank 🌺🌸you take care now ok💖
Your just on the same age like me, AnD yes we have something in common, i suffer some childhood trauma, having hard time meeting new people, sometimes paranoid around them.....
But honestly that's probably just negative thoughts....
I always try to talk to people, but end up forgot their name and having hard time Focusing task at hands, thanks to depression....
I'm currently on the 4th point. I'm starting to realize that maybe i don't want to die and maybe just escape from my own self. I've been having thoughs of "maybe i just want to live" or "what if i try to live instead?" and honestly it scares me a lot because it's something new..
I've been struggling since 2014 (where i got diagnosed) with a double depression (suicide, been there tried that) and after all this time to starting to have thoughs of "maybe i can be better?" is WILD for me.
Watching this to know about my friend more , i have been depressed but its sort of a blur now that i am not depressed so watching this to know about it more again
@@fela54j7 Yo stop spamming..... Some people here are minors lol like shut tf up
I've been struggling with clinical depression for over 20yrs. My mom frustrates me when she asks "are you feeling better? Is your depression gone? I try to explain that's not how it works. It's not a cold. She just okay okays me til she changes topics. I just got used to simply saying I'm fine. If she doesnt get it by now, I don't have the mental energy to try to keep explaining myself.
Depression is a hard thing to deal with.
It's been a while since I've been pretending to have overcome depression to have my parents leave me alone. But I know very well it's still there and doesn't look like leaving
So sorry to hear that, tell a friend or tell your mom directly to make her understand what your going through
As someone who has depression. I can definitely relate to this video. I always feel like I should tell someone about it but everytime I do. People will only say things like "Imagine pretending to have depression just got attention"
THANK YOU! I have no family support because they think I’m “choosing” to be depressed. I’ve tried explaining it to them. But they won’t listen to me. I’m going to have them watch this video. It explains everything that I’m going through. You’ve made my day so much better! I appreciate you. 🤗♥️
why do these videos just touch my heart i am currently suffering from depression these videos just sooze it down a bit and help alot
I've said this before: Depression is like cancer. It eats away at it's victim until there's nothing left. Speaking from experience.
Spot on. I hope you’re doing well ❤️
@@aimeejane_writings Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
@@aimeejane_writings thanks. you too.
This is all so true. It actually really gets upsetting when people say "People with depression are attention seekers"
Sometimes my go to thing to do when I feel depression kicking in is to seclude myself. It’s like a reflex. Like If everyone around me is happy or having a good time. I step away because I don’t want to be the one that kills the vibe.
Ajett, boy do I feel you! That’s exactly how I feel. Doesn’t seem to make anything better, but I feel like I’m trying to shield people from my negative emotions. Unfortunately, we really do need compassionate people who won’t be afraid of us but WILL listen and be there when we’re suffering.
I went to psychotherapy a few years ago, and my therapist told me that "depression is like cancer for the brain". What she meant was that the "dark thoughts" is fighting with the "good thoughts", and are winning if untreated. It's not a direct quote from her why it is, but the part about depression being like cancer for the brain stuck with me. Just because of the similarities. Change the (hypothetical) cancerous cells in your body with the anxiety, self-harming, suicide-thoughts and/or dark days and it makes sense. Left untreated it can kill you, and treatment is still not a guarantee.
And one thing I would like people to know about my depression is to trust that I can do my job. If I need help I'll ask. I've come so far to know my triggers, and I will let you know if I need help or not. Don't just assume I can't do certain things because I have depression, or that I need easier tasks than everyone else. Have faith in me that I can do it, instead of taking pity on me. It makes me feel even more worthless, depressed and anxious about my work than I already am (maybe that's just me).
I really relate to that last part. It sucks to see those pitying looks when you tell people you're depressed and doesn't help with self worth at all.
My best friend is suffering from depression for about a month now, and I've been trying to help her out, but I wasn't sure if I was helping, or making it worse. I felt like I might be putting pressure on her. Thanks for the vid.
its crazy how people cant openly express they emotions even i bottle my emotions so much i became numb to it
I honestly don’t know how many days I’ve wanted something to happen that ends with me dying, or going to bed and dying in my sleep.
Same
Just gonna go on a mini rant here... number 6 really helped. Not so much for people around me but for me. I've struggled with depression for years and I keep pushing people away because I feel like I'd just be poison in their lives. I didnt want to be that one rainy cloud they had in their bright sunny day. So hearing that just because I may not be at my best doesnt mean I'm toxic, really helped. Thank you so much and its nice to have these videos and see that I'm not the only person who feels this way. Anyways thanks for tolerating that mini rant have a nice day :)
This is helping me so much, now I know how not to act around depressed people, basically don't be a jerk, tho I'm glad to know that I can't fix them but what I can do to help is be there for them.
also dont make it a competition. dont compare their life with yours or someone elses in a way that makes it seem like they dont have it as bad as you or other people. this makes them feel like their feelings are invalid and makes them feel guilty for not being able to just "get over it"
@@Jzombi301 yes and that too.
I am diagnosed with depression and entered this movie out of curiosity.
I've never felt so understood before. Great work.
Yep people are always thinking "that guy is like he's faking depression just ignore him and don't talk to him" well for me I don't really care about what thee saying but I care about people who they told them that I'm faking it, sometimes they don't even understand what other people feel, they always care about stupid things that makes no sense
@@fela54j7 stop spaming
Shit, I couldn't finish the video. It's one of those rough weeks and the video is just too real for me to handle it without worrying anyone at home. I'll just save it and finish watching it later. Great job explaining it, especially about the "don't want to die, just have a different life". I know this video will help a lot of people in the future.
Edit: TW- mentions of sewer slide and self harm
Hey Psych2go, or whatever I should call your channel, I just wanted to say some stuff real quick. I know your probably not going to see this but...who knows? maybe you will. Basically I just got diagnosed with depression a few weeks ago, and your videos have been very helpful. They've distracted me from self harm, they've distracted me from suicidal urges, and they distract me from breaking down in the middle or class lol. They helped me find coping mechanisms before I got a therapist, and they've made me feel basically just stronger. I just wanted to thank you so much. Your videos are making my stupid 13 year old brain feel better. HaPpY chEmIcaLs! Also I wanted to ask, how are you today? Or night? Idk, just wanted to say thank you
Good to know these videos have helped you and give you a reason to keep fighting. Best of luck with everything.
Thank you for sharing. It means the world to us to know that our videos have helped you and others in the same boat. We are here to support you. You got this!
You guys are speaking right to me and telling me things I wish I could share with others myself. It’s a terribly exhausting existence, and it seems you’re spot on with how I’m feeling most of the time. Thank you.
This channel is always so helpful. As someone who suffers from Major Depressive Disorder and has for my whole life so far this video helps me share to others that it isn't a choice and isnt always easy to explain. Thank you
when I tell someone I feel depressed, they give me very unhelpful advice. And a lot of times they make fun of me or just say to “cheer up”. I’m so tired of people doing these things. I just want to be happy. Then also when I laugh or it seems like I’m happy, they start to think I’m faking my own sadness. I just someone to listen to me, but no one I know will. I hope to whoever has these feelings have a very good, happy life
@the sewer pig huh?
@@strwbrry112
Sister ignore him he is just playing with people everywhere who already in trouble
I suggest you to hear Quran will give peace of mind and help you to decrease stress and depression
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I can relate to this, everyday just seems to get worse at every passing day. I have depression and extreme anxiety, (or at least what my therapist says) and everyone around me think it’s a big fat joke, which it’s not. My parents always criticize me for not talking to people and being alone all the time, and my aunt just says “just smile and everything will be ok”. I’ve even had a time when I was in a group project and was too afraid to join the talk. Then a person from another table came to me and said “You need to stop this, your not being very nice”, which really hurt me because I’m not the one who wants to see people suffer, or even just hurt people.
But to those suffering:
I know a lot of people had said it before, but thing will get better, and I’ll be here, wherever/whoever you are, I’ll always be here supporting you.
P.S. Sorry for the long comment and stupid text
Hey, I can relate to you and I am sorry you don’t have support from your family. Mental health is not a joke or should be dismissed. But this is only temporary pain even though it feels like forever. I wish you the best in life❤️
Your text was not/ is not stupid. It always helps to be able to express how you feel.
It’s okay, I don’t personally suffer from any of these things (I haven’t been diagnosed) but I understand how you feel. My family constantly tries to force me to interact with people and go to parties even though I constantly feel like I’m being judged/watched. Whenever I have to go to social events or do public speaking, I constantly feel nauseous and tired. My family just dismisses it as me being “selfish“ and “childish“ sometimes and I constantly worry about what could happen. Your comment isn’t dumb because you’re being brave enough to talk about it and showing your experiences which many people can relate to.
"The always happy neighbor or friend you have, may actually be struggling with mental health inside."
*No truer words have been spoken.*
As someone who has being suffering from depression for years, it is overwhelming when people barely even know from what you are coming from.
And even if people know its background, it has been a tough life for me. I was laughed at for having depression by my mother, who is a doctor (and who has obviously known the medical side of this) and bashed at by my classmates (the majority who do psychology and learn about a ton of mental illnesses) just because I had asked for a tiny break from the teacher because I was suffering from a panic attack during class.
Sometimes, people just *NEVER* learn...😐😐
And to all those who are suffering from depression out there:
I know it sounds cliche to say this, but the sun will shine brightly after the darkest storm. Even when we are going through rough situations, there will be a day where we could all stay in a meadow of flowers when we will finally be accepted as who we are. So, don't end your life here, don't stop it. They say things will get better, but if you feel like it doesn't, take a pause from everything.
Lots of love and cookies🍪🍪💖💖 and sorry for this looonngggg comment hehe😅
Thank you ❤️❤️
That was so spot on. I’m in constant mental and physical pain. Everyday is a struggle. It takes me hours to get dressed. Its a good day if I keep myself fed with ACTUAL food.
I dont want to commit anything. I just want the pain to stop.
I just….need a break.
And I want my family to stop making me feel like I‘m making their lifes so much harder because of my depression…
I used to suffer depression, but I realized on why I obtained such a mental illness that it opened my eyes about my life and what Im doing with it and on how much time I have wasted having so much regrets on my actions such as playing video games, family issues, trouble at studying, negativity, socially awkward etc.
I fought hard against it by myself for months and found new ways on how to become the better version of myself, now today I can proudly say I am now cured from depression and I seriously want to study because my passion is to become an astronomer and meteorologist, willing to spend 10 years each job :)
You are amazing!! Extremely happy for this comeback :)
This video was so relatable, it hurts. Especially the "they don't want to die" part. It's so true, I don't want to die, but I also don't want to live like this. I want to feel free again, it's been a long time since I did.
To further expand on how it feels like to have depression (combined with a lot of other stuff like being socially anxious and other metal illnesses), it's like a never ending awkward feeling in your stomach that you wake up with, if you even got any sleep, it quickly progresses throughout your body and by the time you get to school any and all motivation is gone and you just sleep through the entire day. Having to sit alone at lunch because you don't fit in and aren't social. Doing anything and everything to cover your face because you hate it so much. The list goes on, my good days are generally days where I don't see my face and don't get into trouble one way or another. Bad days on the other hand, I wouldn't even wish anything close to it on my worst enemy.
I really hate it when someone finally knows I have depression, then they treat me very differently. They will stop invite me to some party cuz they believe that I'm not in the mood for social life and too tired to get out from my bed. To this day, I just keep quiet about my depression, not until I can find someone that would willing to learn about it more instead of making assumption
well if it makes you feel any better, I understand.
depression isn't your identity.
thank you for spreading awareness. videos like this are reasons why the people around us help support each other
Thank you for saying that people suffering from depression are not always sad. I am a positive, perky person yet I suffer from Major Depressive Disorder and several other mental health disorders. People are always surprised when they find out that I suffer from depression because I am so upbeat, but it is a terrible struggle to maintain "an even keel" so to speak, and daily tasks are like mountains to climb.
If you were my friend and your depression idc your still my bestie and I'll give you happy memories you'll never forget so that the next time your down you can think of the good memories and get better 🥺❤️ take care every one 🤗
this was a really good way of portraying the intense feelings of depression that are often not thought of. THIS is depression.
People with depression do not want to die. They just don't want to live like they do.
Damn, my life expressed in just two lines.
hopefully we'll all find a way to finally be able to do the opposite of the second one..
because life can change... right?
I had a breathe of relief when you said number four my mom doesn’t get this at all and the fact that someone actually knows this is reliving to me thank you so much
i appreciate these kinds of videos so much.. they're very important to me. im addicted to psych2go now!
Last point is incredibly important to me.
My friends blame me being in depression on me and one even called me cringe for expressing my depression.
I've been pushing them away quite a bit because they simply got too close.
But what hits the hardest is when I stand up for myself they beat me down to the point the depression gets worse.
I swear Psych2go knows me better than my own parents and the rest of the around me. Finally we ( the ones screaming for some understanding) are understood.... I couldn't have described it better. Thank you Psych2go for doing this. 🙏🏻
3:39 thank you. I used to stop watching videos from this channel because you guys throw the word "toxic" around way too much like a permanent label.
Thank you for being considerate. I suffer with chronic depression since i was 16 and now i'm 32.
Still no fix, and only agravating more and more. Specially now as my fiancee canceled our plans and just left when I most needed support of some other life issues.
People can be very cruel to someone who suffers from depression like they are an alien form of life or are "just having a lack of will".
This might be one of the most important videos you've made thus far (though they are all excellent!). I mean this even from the perspective of a person with recurrant major depressive disorder who often struggles to explain these things to friends and family. Thank you for helping me develop my vocabulary and articulating the feelings I struggle to give voice to!
Number 4 is so relatable, I've been there before and still am..
Mostly because I have a lot to go through or just thinking too much,
especially when it comes to Doctor appointments, School Homework/meeting with parents & many more.
Who ever is going through the Depressed time right now, I just want you to know,
that there will ALWAYS be at least ONE person that can Truly Help You or Understands you more than others.
Of course, its very difficult to actually be able to find/know who THAT ONE person is.
It takes time and patience to find them, but some of you might actually already know who it is, whenever is your BFF/friend, family, Teacher, Therapist or anyone such as Doctors/Nurses/Police & other.
The faking it part is really relatable.. People think I'm faking my depression and anxiety but unfortunately I'm not..
im so sorry..i hope you feel better dude
It's funny i have a family that believes in mental ilness but not in insomnia.
I greatly agree. My family did not know and still doesn't know how bad mine can be. Thank you for posting this . Gives me hope that more people acknowledge this
Please don't tell me to get over it or snap out of it. It makes me feel invalid and it hurts very much. Depression is a real disease and you can't just snap out of it. I've struggled with this since my teens years and will continue to have this for the rest of my life. I'm still me rather I have good days or bad days.
People who say that, just don't understand you or don't care. I hope, that you have friends and loved ones, that care about you!
All of us will. But u cant choose to be weak. U have to know u are as strong and as capable as everyone else. I have depression but im the happy guy. U have to keep going cuz u have to. Even if u dont want to. But thats okay
As someone who has been grappling with depression and suicide for over 30 years, it always makes me chuckle whenever someone says to go get help, go talk to someone or to talk to them. Like, talking isnt going to solve my problems, dying on the other hand definitely would. I'm sure the day I put an iron in my mouth will be a day I can finally get some relief
Is suicide the desired outcome, or more a wish to have never taken that first breath post utero?
@@elultimo102 the later, but changing the past is impossible so death as soon as possible is the next best option
honestly can y'all just shut up about the "remember, you're not alone in this" or something like that. because i TRIED venting to people, and that went horribly wrong. I've probably went insane and started venting to myself, making up scenarios, crying every night.
Nobody else wants to know. I've been there. It's too hard for them to deal with, and to be fair, would you want to go there by choice?
Take care, my friend.
I started bawling on number 5
It’s true, especially with the animated scene
I don’t think I’m worthy, and I’m currently on the road to recovery but man it hurts still to be lonely, it’d be nice to have someone wait for me yet also be there for me
I think most depression nowadays is caused by our society.
Indeed , people are the main problem of the world either directly or indirectly
True and social media makes it even worse
@@prudhviraj97 I don't know if most people realize just how terrible it is for us.
@@CarNerd7 I wish we could be more sympathetic with each other. It seems like the default when a disagreement happens is hostility, especially online.
@@m00se40 True man , people should atleast be kind and respectful even if they dont necessarily agree with the other person , and I wish people behaved like decent human beings with a brain when disagreeing with something and kept in mind to only respectfully express their opinions without insulting the thing which the other person likes or has a bias with
I relate alot. Have been living with major depressive disorder since ~13 i am now 34. If anything i would say the feeling of depression is utterly exhausting putting pn a brave face doing what normal people do but every fibre of your being wants to shut down and listen to silence or sleep is debilatating. 10/10 would not recommend.
Love the channel please continue the good work.
When someone says,o,c'mon it's not that serius u are overreacting,it just makes u more depressed and it feels like they don't care about you,and this leads to self harm ☠️
Ka lindi, Take responsibility for all aspects of your life. Avoid watching negative social media and comparing your life with neighbours, friends or relatives. Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within if done regularly. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
I have a friend who I think had depression, so everyday I ask if she's okay and do my best to comfort / help her find a way to choose to be happy and I listen. This helped a lot, and now im pretty sure she does have it. She's getting better everyday, and I think she is almost completely out of depression! :D
Jokes on you because I never did give up. She's fully out of depression now! Even if she never was, she's as happy as ever.
I could be lying, couldn't I? (Funny thing, I said I thought she had depression, now Im pretty sure she never had it XD)
I legit just changed it, its based on gacha -,- (my channel is based on gacha)
And she cannot have a yt channel, sooo
If ur saying I'm depressed, I’m not. And I technically wasn't lying, because I changed what I thought.. So I didn't really lie? I didn't know what I know now. So-
And then we have people having the best lives, listen to some song and say they're depressed right after
I have a friend who suffers deform depression and anxiety. They have medication to manage it all. I didn’t know how to help them when they’re down or stressed but now I have a better idea of how to so that.
Thank you so much for this video, it will help guide me to listening to my friend.
All good points. I would add 1) that it’s rarely possible to “snap out” of depression, and 2) a sense of endless hopelessness prevails.
Dysthymia seems to fit, since I can vividly remember a sense of absolute futility at age 5. Does one ever feel "normal" or "average?" I know there is a genetic component, but coupling it with a violently abusive childhood only exacerbates the condition several fold.
@@elultimo102 normally, kids want to be "spacial" and "different"
Yes. This video exactly described what I’ve been contemplating
I don’t want to live or die
My life is a stress and I just want to have some peace
But dying would leave problems for the people I care about
So it’s an existence of just doing what you can to just exist
I feel the same just do your best well try to lol im not sure if that sounds rude so sorry if it is
#1 thing people with depression want you to know is that they are depressed.
My best friend suffers from depression pretty badly. I've grown to know how to be there for him but I'm watching this video just in case there's things I wouldn't think about. By far, he's one of the best influences on my life.
This is exactly what i wish people understood.
Especially point 4.
I don't want to leave,i just want to live a normal life:/
Thank you so much for doing this video.
Have a nice day/night:)
It’s so hard to accept this video as relatable but it is
How do I comfort my friend who has bipolar when she can’t escape the exhausting parts of her life? too young to move out, family issues, feels like there’s nothing left, I’m not sure how to help her.
Watching this from a hospital bed after an OD was perfectly timed to send to my family and friends
How I would describe depression: I woke up this morning, I wish that hadn't happened.
I can relate
You've hit the nail on the head.
Thank you for helping me understand myself a little bit more, and providing me with education in general.
Another point:
They can’t just “get over it”.
Number 4: so so true. Like just waiting for the "candle to burn durn". Also, the line from "Mad World" (song by Michael Andrews) "the dreams in which I'm dying are the best I've ever had" always hits right into my feelings... It's even literally true. I've had these dreams several times and they were always so good, especially when I mostly have bad ones. I had a serious seizure a while ago (triggered by other psychosomatic issues) and the first clear thought after coming to was a big disappointment and almost anger to have woken up again. II had not planned this but it would have been the perfect oportunity to finally be freed from all the "pain" of being alive.
This and so much more. It is terribly hard.
Thank you for your work of spreading awareness about mental health issues.
And much strengt to oll of you out there who suffer in similar ways, or to the relatives to see their loved ones suffer and feel helpless too.
You should make a video on ADHD or something like that
That would help a lot
We have one actually. Did you see the recent signs you have ADHD, not laziness?
@@Psych2go hmm I’ll look I’ve not seen it, have you done one on ADD or dyslexia
This is pretty spot on I think needed to hear this. Thank you guys for making this. I felt like I was the only one. Thank you, thank you