You are so right my head was spinning this morning and my Anxiety 😥 was kicking in panic attack s i worry to much depression is not good I worry too much
Make that 99.9% of us are fighting with you. There’s that 1% that may never experience anxiety, but that is rare. And that’s ok, if we educate ourselves and stay proactive with natural remedies as well as yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, and most of all transitioning into health eating habits and lifestyles. I’ve been working on myself ever since I realized I might just be a little too anxious. Also, I do a whole lot of reading on positive thinking and how to keep from having negative thoughts. There’s a great deal of resources out there, just have to dig deep to find your best avenue to take. Everyone is unique in their own way so what may work for one may not work for all. Big hugs 🤗 to you, you are definitely not alone.
Appreciate Video! Excuse me for butting in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you tried - Patlarny Priceless minutes Principle (google it)? It is a great one of a kind guide for curing panic attacks without the hard work. Ive heard some super things about it and my close friend Aubrey after a lifetime of fighting got great results with it.
It’s just adrenaline but we get scared of it unfortunately. Claire Weekes states “don’t be bluffed by a physical feeling “. Don’t add second fear. It won’t harm you. Acceptance is the key to recovery. I’m learning lol.
I've been watching Claire Weekes vids a lot lately. She pushes utter acceptance and surrender (same as Eckhart Tolle). I get the concept and o feel I'm trying so hard to accept the feelings, let them flow right through me. I'm not having issues anymore with full out attacks (palp heart, sweaty, dizziness - still get this sometimes though) etc. I had this a lot like 10-15 years ago in social settings but would go away when I was out of those places. Now I have this generalized feeling of being unwell almost all day. Feel like I've been poisoned. Psychologist says its GAD being fueled by health anxiety/hypochondria. I feel this on edge feeling all day, and have this general fear that it's more than anxiety. I'm fixated on thought that I have neurotransmitter imbalances and that if I don't find balance, I cant feel better. Its almost an OCD, obsession of feeling and thinking this way. So then I think well how can i go through acceptance and surrender when i have an actual problem that may be stopping me from recovery. I'd love to think that I'm just not accepting enough, and I can truly do it and not resist, my brain will slowly repair itself. I've read this is possible but no idea what to think anymore. Anybody else out there eith more so GAD that they were able to get over obsessions with brain chemical imbalances and find peace through acceptance. Just want to lose this feeling of being on edge and slightly nervous all day when I know there's no reason to be.
To me it feels like I'm going crazy and I can't even describe it, it's a surreal feeling of existence. It's terror. This maybe sounds weird but I'm glad I'm not the only one who has this and people can actually relate. Thanks for speaking up! ♡
Same girl ! It doesn’t sound weird at all , I was just crying wondering what’s wrong with me am I the only one.. I just searched up and found exactly what I have ,now I’m on this video .😁
i am absolutely sobbing through this entire video. the fear of grocery stores, searching for exits, the walking around the block, everything NOT working, exposure therapy being scary as fuck. i relate to every single thing you just said. i remain hopeful but oh my god, this is so hard.
Same here 😔 How are you doing now Emily? I’ve gotten a lot better over the past few months. I hope you have as well. I’m learning this an extremely slow recovery.
I know my anxiety is irrational i totally get it but the caveman part of my brain just overpowers reason at times. Its impressive how powerful our minds can be
Anytime someone opens up about anxiety and makes themselves vulnerable in order to help others is an incredible moment. Thank you for sharing your strength. Your painting videos make me feel more relaxed when I'm experiencing a high point of my generalized anxiety disorder. Thank you for all you do!
LightKnight14 that means so much, thank you. Painting is such a great calming method for me as well and has definitely helped me mentally. It’s crazy what a little quiet time can do :)
Wonder Forest can I ask what medication were you taking that made it bearable and what was your experience with the medication? I have pharmaphobia with mild agoraphobia as well and I have been struggling for 6 years and I just need a little sign of hope to get out of this darkness.
Same here after 2 years of watching these types of videos I'm really starting to see clearly now i now understand a lot more and my mind is so soooooo much better it's a wonderful feeling to have again
I have dealt with this anxiety for about two years, I will go to a store or to eat with family and I get so uncomfortable, I start feeling dizzy, my vision is kind of weird feeling, I get hot, sweaty, feeling like I just want to get out of there and I can’t. I feel so weird at times and it’s hard to explain. There are days were I’m so down and out and I truly feel like giving up. I have tried to go do things, I have tried talking with doctors. Nothing is helping. I cannot shake this and I feel like I’m alone. Does anyone else feel super dizzy out of no where, or like you are never going to be normal again. I feel crazy.
Yes!!! i get random like waves of dizziness in my head and same things i try focus on goes all weird and the more i feel it the more i stress about it. i cant explain it to anyone in a way that makes sense and i don’t know how to fix it. have you had anything which has helped since lv
You are not alone!! I have felt the same way and with other frightening symptoms like chest pain along with what you were describing. You will feel better. There is hope. And even though you feel like you're going to loose it or go crazy, you won't. Trust me, Ive been there. I don't like taking medications but some really do help and just finding someone safe to talk to and to empty all the scary feelings and thoughts is a big help!!
Don't worrie I've been doing it for about 15 years at first I didn't know what it was ,but I didn't want to let anyone know because I had a feeling that they were going to think that I was going crazy ,so I held it for a long time, some days good and some days down to the fullest , sometimes terror days because my shortness of breath and heart palpitations I been thru all that ,but one thing I'll mos said that the only thing that help me a lot it's to get involved in any sports and the main thing it's to assist to a church that will give you a lot to think positive and it gets better if you enjoy participating in the word of God , that's the only way out of this scary thought.
@Zebra M Can you stop putting out this false information. Making people believe it is solely genetic will make them think they can't change it. I don't know what kind of sick pleasure you're getting out of that but stop or I'll be reporting you.
To whomever is reading this, I am also recovering from panic disorder and agoraphobia. This was me this entire past year, it’s finally calming down thankfully. Some days are hard, some days are easy. Even though I felt terrified of doing every day things, I still forced myself to do them. Breathing and calming myself down while I was being triggered helped me find trust within myself, I can’t lie it was hard, it’s still hard but understanding that it’s purely adrenaline running through my body, and knowing that this strong feeling will pass helps me keep going. I wanted to give up many times in the beginning but just reminding myself that I’ve survived every horrible panic attack, intrusive thought, dizzy spell, the depersonalization, made me find trust within myself. This is they key, at least for me. Just showing up for yourself is winning. I now know the root cause of my anxiety and it’s still hard. But please keep going, just focus on the next minute, next hour, don’t be so forward thinking because that makes it worse. Focusing on the present moment and grounding yourself is extremely helpful. I hope you all find moments of peace in your day, y’all got this. ❤️
A water bottle is a massive security blanket for me. I can’t leave the house without it. I even bring it to restaurants. My therapist always recommended I try to let go of comfort items but honestly I still brought my water bottle with me everywhere even when I recovered from this for about six months. Recently relapsed though
Same here with my water bottle!!! I think it’s bc our throats feel tight and dried up when we get anxious. I had to have a surgery a couple of yrs ago and even snuck it into my surgery bed!😩 if I realize I don’t have my bottle, I instantly freak out. Amazing to see I’m not the only one.
His_grace_is_for_all Definitely not the only one! And you’re correct, during a panic attack your mouth does become dry so that is most likely the reason many of us carry water constantly. But! I can say with certainty, that the habit can be broken once you train your mind to realize you don’t need it :) it takes a lot of time and a lot of effort, trial and error, but it can be done! Wishing you luck on your journey :)
Thank you so much for this. My anxiety has taken over my life and I feel so alone and overwhelmed. Its seriously exhausting mentally, psychically, emotionally.
hi! i’m dealing with the same exact thing & i struggle to talk about it. i used to be super happy and never felt this way until about four months ago. it’s staring to get to the point that i can’t go anywhere however im starting to seek help like medicine that i can take whenever i need verses daily & therapy
@@lillianryan2367 since i’ve posted this comment i’ve gotten on medication and its the only reason i can function. Thank you for your sweet comment and i wish you the best. Therapy and medication is what helped me through! Good luck trust me it gets easier❤️
I'm suffering at the moment, and every day is sheer hell. I thank you from my heart for sharing your experience. It gives me hope and the will to continue.
I am usually a silent viewer but this time I will comment on how amazed I am that there's really soo many people who are going through a form of anxiety! I myself suffer from 3 forms of anxiety and reading all these comments make me realize that I am not alone facing this nightmare.
I struggle with anxiety and panic attacks right now. To be honest it was triggering to watch this video just because it is something I’m going through. But at the same time it gave me hope. Thank you! omg I’m crying. I can relate so much to fear of panic attacks coming… I’m also afraid of evenings and nights as the most vulnerable time. I am lucky to have my friends who give me a lot of support but I live alone and sometimes it is so overwhelming. I hope anyone who goes through any kind of mental issues will find help and support. I’m praying for you all
Thankyou so much for making this. I turned 20 years old yesterday and social anxiety has kept me from living my life since i was 12 years old. I dont want to do this anymore, i want to live. I refuse to hide in my house another year. Wish me luck (:
good luck! I wish you the best! I think you should read a book called Transforming problems into Happiness by Lama Zopa Rimpoche, Wisdom Publications. I bet you can buy it everywhere on the internet. You should also check mahayana buddhist teachings, if you are open to the idea. Visit www.fpmt.org and lamayeshe.com... hope this helps, a hug from Palermo, Italy...
Vincenzo Pisano I randomly came across this video in my favourites and decided to watch it again. I remember that I had left a comment and then I go back to it and it says you replied an hour ago? Life is so strange, I’m taking it as a sign. I’ll definitely look into it, thankyou so much. I just turned 21 and I’m still struggling. I’m reading a book from Marisa peer right now. I highly recommend it. It’s helped a lot with my obsessive thoughts and I have made a bit of progress. 💕
To me its the physical symptoms that make me feel "isolated" from the rest of the world. Dp/Dr is by far the scariest and worst anxiety symptom and it always makes feel discouraged to go anywhere and do stuff I like. And the sad thing is that I wasn't always like that. Few years ago I could go in a nightclub by MYSELF and walk out with new friends....imagine...
@Mizzo Jackson it’s getting better everyday .. 3 weeks ago I can barely leave my home then I forced myself to do things no matter how disoriented and scared I was .. and I promise you it will get better, just don’t avoid things you will normally do, I know it’s so difficult and overwhelming but you can do it, I know that maybe you lost the motivation to do things but you have to keep pushing.. and it will get better everyday you will feel less disoriented and more present in the reality. Just fill your mind with things that you used to enjoy, Spend your time with people .. at the beginning its difficult but you can start with someone that you feel comfortable with maybe with a family member or a friend, go out as much as possibile but don’t stress if someday you just want to rest, the constant search to fix the problem it’s what keeps dp/dr alive, You can do it (:
@@jazmin0511 You can do it! It’s absolutely not permanent .. I’m almost completely recovered.. Two month ago I was in a very dark place with derealization 24/7.. I was so confused and disoriented all the time.. I was scared about everything.. and I really thought that I could never go back to normal life again.. and that my life was over.. but it gets better everyday .. if you are struggling with dp/dr keep pushing, remember that its only temporary even when you feel terrible and think you can't do it .. you can ! believe me I was in the same position month ago. When you feel overwhelmed with strange thoughts and feelings just close your eyes and try to focus on your breath for at least 10 minutes. You can do it! I promise you that everything will be fine soon. Sorry for my English (:
I'm in the process of trying to retrain my thoughts from negative to positive. I know it's a process and at times I lose my patience because I want the healing NOW. Anxiety has made me claustrophobic, I have not gone to the movies in a good while. I'm adding it to my Goals list. I'm ready for change after dealing with anxiety a year and a half now. Thanks for sharing. It's a great success story. You are so brave. God bless and may you continue to get better and better until you are completely healed.
Thank you for speaking up on this ! Agoraphobia affects me everyday from the moment I wake up to the moment I go to sleep. It’s so motivating to see how there’s a way to ease this disorder. 💗
Hey Sofia, i just want to invite you to an anxiety, panic attack and agoraphobia support group through zoom. It’s so important to have a place where others understand you and have a place where you won’t be judged by people who don’t understand. Connect with me on Instagram @i_daniel_victor for more info. Prayers and love to all those struggling. There is hope.
*crying* Thank you so much for this video. I've been dealing with this for 10 years in October. I have a daughter now, she just turned 3 and I want so badly to be able to overcome this. More than I can say. It helps so much to hear you speak about it because I always feel so alone in this... God bless you ♡
I’m finding this in 2020 and I can relate to this story so much. I’ve always been anxious but the panic attacks have been crazy this year. And now I find myself avoiding a lot of things (mostly people) bc I’m embarrassed about getting one in front of them.
You’re tellin me. I was diagnosed with agoraphobia in 2018. I haven’t left my property since June 2018. No shrink seems to help they either tell me I’ll get over it in nice words or they wanna put me on ssri which I’m koo off that. If you come to my house 90% of the time you wouldn’t even know something is up. But get me a lil way from my house I flip out. It’s crazy. I’m 36 I used to snowboard black diamonds, thought trees, float rivers, jet ski, drive my 1929 Ford I spent 5 years building and now I can’t even get to the store to get a pack of cigarettes. Only time I feel bad about it is when I talk bout it.
@@adrianvasile8965 absolutely. Looking at this a year later, I am now taking medication and have made so much progress. I am now a supervisor at my job and talk to people on the daily. Anxiety is still there. It doesn’t go away. But I’ve found that the best way to cure anxiety is to take things head on. If you’re afraid of something, just go forward. Take it on. Give it your best shot
I have Social Anxiety. I get Panic Attack when I am in Public like Crowd, Bus Stop, Railway and Market. It feels like People are Judging you when they look at you.
Watching this in 2020, right before bed. Ready to sleep and take on tomorrow. I really felt your words when you said “I know you can.” Thank you. Because of the quarantine I developed severe anxiety. I’ll try my best to accept it and overcome it.
Thank you so much for sharing this. What you've said makes a lot of sense and is really helpful. You've inspired me to overcome crippling agoraphobia that I've been suffering with for a decade, which before seeing your video, I'd accepted that I'd live with forever. I'm sure it's not going to be an easy ride, but I'm excited to get my life back again. Well done you for having the strength that only people with this horrendous illness can comprehend and good luck in your future! x
I've dealt with panic disorder with agoraphobia since 6th grade (I just recently graduated college). I was prescribed medication and essentially told to "deal with it" for way too long. I was "okay" for a while, I guess. Recently, it has spiked again like it did in the beginning, and every day feels like a struggle. Even in my own bedroom, the feeling is constantly in my chest, like I'm going to have an attack, and I struggle and try to find new ways every day to calm that back down, and every day I fail. My psychiatrist is taking me off the medication for it that I'm on, and my insurance won't cover therapy (that I've found yet, anyway) and, while I don't want to give up, it's hard not to feel hopeless in these situations. Sorry for rambling on, what I really wanted to get around to saying here, was: Thank you. Sincerely. This video is the first thing I've seen in a long time where, just watching it, I felt calm. Knowing I'm not alone, like you said, is absolutely huge, and I actually created a notepad document of tips and things you said to refer back to and continuously try to work on. In an overly dramatic way to put this: this video was sort of like that light at the end of the tunnel. I can see that there's an end; it may be far away, and I may have to seriously work and push myself to get there... but there's an end. And I think that's one of the biggest things I needed to realize. Life won't always be this way, it doesn't have to be this way... And *I* am the only one who can fix it.
I just had a panic attack at 3am scaring my mom as I breathe loudly telling her “panic” and she told me to sleep with her and now I wake up and thought of things that led me to tightness in throat and I’m talking myself out of my heart beating fast. I just fear losing control of my mind This mainly developed because of this quarantine
Kat.ex3 you know I experienced the same thing I thought I was going crazy but you are not you will be ok! Seek God, he will set you free! He has not given us a spirit of fear but power love and sound mind! Prayers! 🙏🏻💖
That intro....you had me in tears too girl! I know that feeling of desperation, exhaustion, crippling fear of even carrying on. I experienced my first attack when I was about 15, I had no idea what it was. I couldn't eat, didn't want to be around people, or talk about it. I don't know how I got over it then, but I did for a few years. Then started up again a couple years ago. I pinned it to being outright stressed at my work place and lifestyle choices. Cooped and got over then too. But here recently I had an attack hit me out of no where while I was trying to eat. That was about a month ago, and I'm still struggling. I know it's and mental struggle, but I haven't been able to just focus on other things to get over the hump. It's socially crippling. It's interfering with work, when I have to hide in the bathroom to "chill out". I haven't ate much, but what I can choke down with a drink. I really don't want to seek medication either, but I'm back to a breaking point because I have no real cause of the anxiety in life, other then maybe things are going too smoothly(besides the attacks) or maybe i was triggered and it keeps triggering from past triggers....idk but I'm so glad you had the courage to talk about your experience and give advice for it too.
In 2018 I didn’t leave my house for 8 months. This year it has came back almost worse and I haven’t left my house in 3 weeks. Quit my job and everything. I understand every word of this video. The only joy I feel is when I arrive home from wherever I absolutely had to go.
Wow. Acceptance and Avoidance. Two words that really hit home. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. It illuminated some things for me that I was ...AVOIDING and why. You are strong, and courageous to explain in detail your process. I do hope that you will share more with us. Thanks for being the "light"! Merry Christmas!
I still struggle with being in public. I'm having to go through exposure therapy again where I go to a public place like a mall or the grocery store and go into as many stores as I can and just browse. It's mostly anticipatory at first and after a couple of stores I'm in a good zone. I've also picked up photography as a hobby, so I'll go into city streets and take photos and just try not to worry about any pedestrian onlookers. Some people have even given me compliments about my camera or had a chat about photography in general. Thanks for the video, it's very helpful for me.
I have met quite a few people with anxiety but I've never had someone who felt the same exact way that I do. Until this video. Might be weird but this video is extremely reassuring to me. I genuinely thought maybe I was the only one feeling like I couldn't even leave the house. This is day 1 of me getting better. Thank you so much for this video.
Your video is helping me so much. Part of having anxiety is always thinking that there's something wrong with you your heart or whatever. So I've been avoiding running and avoiding jump roping thinking it's going to hurt me. I used to run all the time as a kid. Well right now I'm jump roping 50 at a time. I feel great. I'm getting back into cardio which as a bodybuilder we usually avoid and I'm feeling good. Today's a breakthrough.
You’ve described exactly what I’m currently going through and I’m really struggling and feel like there will be no end. Thank you for showing me there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. You’re amazing ♥️
At the end of the day, tell yourself gently: ‘I love you, you did the best you could today, and even if you didn’t accomplish all you had planned, I love you anyway.
Wow. I’ve never related to an anxiety video more. Someone finally put into words the terror I’ve been feeling that rushes through my body and there are no words to describe it. I truly never imagined going through something like this, but it makes me so much happier to know someone else has gone through almost the same thing. Best to you and thank you for being so brave to share this❤️
Thank you so much for this. Currently dealing with recurring anxiety/agoraphobia since my dad passed away. This video is so so helpful more than any counselling has been xox
@@nicholeh3025 I'm sorry to hear about your mam. It's such a difficult one to process. How awful that you are dealing with a family betrayal too. The most important things you can do today are stick to your first aid kit. Example: Get out of bed. Make your bed. Shower. Get dressed (not pjs). Eat. (So important) Exercise and socialise. No matter how sad or crap I feel I stick to a routine and get up the same time every morning even if I've nowhere to go that day. I make the bed and eat my breakfast. Not a big eater in the mornings so i usually read while eating. Next I'll shower and get dressed for the day. I have a journal in my bag to write down any unpleasant thoughts feelings I'm having. The exercise bit I start small when Im comin out of a funk, I'll do housework and empty the bins taking me outside. Then I'll walk my dogs. I usually meet a neighbour or somebody familiar and say hello or stop for a chat. I get a mewspaper in the same shop and have a chat with the lady that works there. This is all part of the socialising bit. I text a friend or call relatives for a chat. Some times I'll meet a friend at wkends. This is what I do when anxiety/agraphobia starts setting in. It's usually after a flare up pain and fatigue once a month that keeps me housebound for a few days. (I have menstrual issues more than likely pcos with endo) Other than this first aid kit I am currently trying cbt. I'm thinking of going back to counselling for bereavement/my health issue.. I listen to dr aine tubridys guided mediatation if I'm panicking or in pain. It helps most times... wishing you better times to come hang in there... x
Thank you for this video, my agoraphobia has consumed my life and I am in university so my grades are suffering, I am glad I am able to find videos of other people overcoming the same issues.
Anxiety and panic has a deep root in the past traumas. It’s something us the victims have to live it. Thank for being open about it. It’s crazy how much the public don’t know about mental sickness. And how much people ignoring it. Therapy and medication has to be taken together.
I am really happy to hear that you made it, I have more faith. I think medication is the worst way to face this, just like you said the mind is the one that does the work. You are an amazing being and I'm so greatful for this video. Thankyou, bless your soul ❤❤🌸💕✨
I have been struggling with this so bad the last 5 years now I missed out on so many things with my kids and my family. I just missed my son’s wedding because I can’t leave town and his wedding is 4 hours away, I finally told him the truth but it still broke my heart! My wife is getting frustrated with and is very short with me when I struggle with what used to be simple things for me to do! I feel hopeless most of the time and don’t know where to turn next. Thanks for sharing and letting people know there is hope!
I pray for you. Please allow God or faith into your life. Look into islam and how it can heal you. Listen to surah rahman and yaseen. You can get thru this. You can heal. Trust me. Also do parasite cleanse, candida and mold can cause this. Reset the vagus nerve. Look into dnrs program
Hi my dear....i am glad i clicked on this video....i was recently diagnosed with Generalised Anxiety Disorder....i was feeling just like the beginning of your video....right now i felt like i can't get over this...i feel broken right now.....but watch this video has given me some hope to know that i will get better....just looking at the work ahead is daunting....but everyday i will keep pushing on....someday i hope to fully reclaim my life....Great Video
I feel like I’m in thick of this right now. Sometimes I’m so scared that I won’t be able to take it anymore but i fight on. I just got on medication again sigh 😔 it feels like I’m never going to get better. Even during good times, i am always mindful of anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia. I know what things trigger it but don’t know the root or core reason why i struggle with this. It’s exhausting. When I was a teenager I was fearless, I’m now 37 and feel like my world is closing in. I am asking God to help me daily. It feels good just to write this out. I’m staying in the fight. -Daniel
Sorry you're going through this again. Mine went away 2 yrs ago and came back 2 weeks ago full force. I hope you have the support and help you need. Good luck and keep fighting 🙏
BlackBear _Gaming i wonder what causes it to come and go like that? I’m thinking about starting a zoom support group for people to just be able to share and have people in their lives who can fully empathize without any judgement. Let’s connect on insta @i_daniel_victor
Hey buddy! I really hope all is well. It will get better. It might take time and an extream amount of effort. Look up Trey Jones. He will change your life. Also a good way to help is TMS. Tms alone worked for me.
Wow you are such an inspiration! This was very brave! It takes such strength and courage to post a video about your Anxiety especially the beginning to show how vulnerable you were. This is very inspirational. I'm just now well the past month getting out of the agoraphobia stage. It's so hard living with anxiety people dont get it they get mad at me and think im ditching them I've lost almost everyone My mother finally gets it and thank god because shes my best friend. God my throat is tight my heart is racing and I'm tearing up writing this....ive been like this since August....its been 8 months since I've put my life on hold. I have been trying to snap out of it lately I set some goals for myself. once im out the door I'm fine. Its getting out the door thats hard. Ive tried all the books dbt therapy one on one therapy essential oils gabapentin none of that worked. I was in cosmetology school last year and that was amazing i was so happy and able to do so much. I had to stop because i got a very large fibroid that put me on bed rest then a hysterectomy to follow that is what started the agoraphobia. I ordered an elliptical and am hoping that helps get me off my ass and out in the world more. Exercise helps me a lot. I also work from home as a consultant for an airbrush makeup company which definitely has helped me from the low point i was at a few months ago because now i have all these amazing women to talk to and that support me in my business and compliment me when i do well. They don't know about my anxiety. And I'm proud of the little things i do because it adds up. When i look good i feel good thats the first step for me n that mixed with exercise even a simple 10 minute video will help me overcome this :) i definitely do write down lists of simple things to do that i can cross off to show myself i can do it. 👑 I'm so glad i found your channel!!! I found your toning video first :) i also want to join a gym ive been trying to find someone to go with though one of my goals is to just do it on my own. I definitely believe that there are parasitic people out there. I have an empath personality so i take on other people's negative energy....its too much i do not even give those type of people the time of day anymore. I just cant. I get sucked in and then totally used. Im too nice and that attracts the narcissistic parasites .This time around I'm goimg to be around positive people in positive places doing positive uplifting things. Thank u for.this video!
I don't know how I ran across this but it came at a much needed time in my life. I've battled with crippling anxiety for years now, and it's something that I wouldn't wish on anyone. I'm getting better slowly but long ways from where I want to be. Thank you so much for this..you are a blessing to me.
Wow.. your story and my story are almost identical. I was first affected by panic disorder and agoraphobia around 10 years ago.. and I’ve had years in between where I’ve been fairly okay, but it has flared up a couple of times (right now being one of those times). It seems to kick me in the teeth when it comes back with a vengeance like this, because I feel like I’m back sliding into a place I wish I never had to visit ever again. But.. in hearing how insanely similar our stories are, it reminds me that I am not alone, that my thoughts are not abnormal from others who suffer from the same thing, and that we can overcome this by making changes in our lives and challenging ourselves daily. Thank you so much for sharing this 🙌
I got my first panic attack feb 2020 and I got everything under control around feb 2021. It was a long and difficult journey but I was proud for how far I had come with it. Unfortunately in Jan of these year I had my first panic attack and I still cant figure out how I had one. I thought I was completely over feeling so helpless against it. Ever since then, things have gotten really bad again for me and I won't lie, it has been hard to stay positive about it. The reason I wanted to leave this here is for anyone else that feels like giving up. Please know that there is someone else here still trying with you. You are not alone and I know how hard it is. We will get through this together. Please please please don't give up. I believe in you.
Thanks for sharing! My experience was SO similar to yours, as was my road to recovery. And getting this information out there so that people stop feeling ashamed and alone is so important. Mental health needs to be tended to just like physical health. I remember one of the things that finally got me to make that appointment and go to the doctor was my mother saying, "If you broke your leg, would you just lay there, hoping it would get better? Of course not." You would seek help and not feel embarrassed about it. It's just a thing. And tending to your health as a whole person--spiritual, physical, mental--is in order for everyone! Bless you for using your platform to get this on the table.
Thank you so much for this. I’ve always had anxiety and intrusive thoughts but hadn’t had an actual panic attack / constant anxiety this severe until June 10. I had a panic attack so severe that I called 911 thinking it was something else. It was the first time that after I was aware of the panic attack, my symptoms didn’t really subside. Eventually they did and I was okay until the next Monday, early in the A.M. Since June 17th, I can’t shake my panic. I’ve pretty much been in a constant state of tremors/shakes, fast heartbeat, fear and tight/exhausted muscles. Sleep is pretty much... well, it’s hard and for some reason I get a little more panic-y before I can actually sleep. I made a psychiatry appointment and therapy for tomorrow and though I do feel so scared and like I’ll never get better, part of me knows that that just can’t be true. I’m exhausted but I’m really going to try and heal from this. My doctor prescribed a mild anxiety medicine for me yesterday that makes it bearable and allows me to get some rest. I agree that I don’t want to rely on a medicine. Especially because today I had thoughts like, “The medicine has run out. Now I’m more anxious again.” But I think that seeing a therapist who specializes in my fears will really help. Thank you so much for your story. I was feeling all of the same things.
Thank you for this. This is the most relatable video I have watched on anxiety, in my case. Every day I have to drive, and every day it’s so hard. I wake up every morning with anxiety because I know I have to drive. It makes me feel nauseous & my stomach gets upset. Sometimes I feel jittery, like I can’t stop moving because if I sit still then my anxiety consumes me. I never want to go anywhere or hang out with anyone because I’m scared to drive anywhere “new”. I also got into a car accident last year, it happened right after I started finally getting comfortable driving. I have a 2 year old as well, so driving is even more scary knowing you have to also protect your child from crazy drivers. I never want to hang with people because I feel uncomfortable, I feel like everyone judges my every move. Which probably isn’t true but I always feel like I have to be 100% perfect with everything. I always feel like people are talking behind my back about me. I just have a hard time trusting others because a lot of people in my life have broken my trust with them.
I'm glad you found a video that you can relate to. Your driving issues definitely sound like how I was. I just wanted you to know though, that nobody expects you to be perfect. Nobody is... and once you can accept that I think it might help. The "so what" mentality helped me a lot. If somebody is talking about me... so what? If somebody is judging me... so what? If I feel anxious about something... so what?! You have to know that these are such small moments in time and they pass. Stuff happens... it passes, and we move on. It's the worry about having these things happen that hold us back... but in the end, all of that worrying is useless because, good or bad, the outcome passes. I hope that made sense!
Thank you for this video. Feels grounding and comforting in a sense, that someone out there understands and has experienced what my mind puts me through on a daily basis. Its so exhausting, and embarrassing. It makes me feel like a liability, and everything I say or any kind of opinion I share is stupid or not listened to if I don’t get a response. Which results in me speaking with such little confidence in my words. Makes me avoid all possible interactions with people where there’s the chance that I wouldn’t be able to leave the conversation or end it when I needed to without seeming rude or weirding someone out or feeling like it’s going to make someone have a bad opinion towards me. Glad to hear you’re not dealing with this anymore.
Thank you so much for sharing, watching your video has given me hope! I have been suffering from severe agoraphobia + panic attacks for years and haven’t felt able to travel anywhere away from my home for over 4 years. I have recently been trying exposure therapy and it is truly terrifying! I have panic attacks every time and I haven’t even made it to the gateway of my drive yet! Dealing with this is so incredibly hard and it seems that only those who have experienced panic attacks can understand and have compassion. Thank you for sharing your story and raising awareness, I relate to every word you said . Creating art seems to be the only thing that helps quite my mind from worrying. Your video has given me hope to keep trying and to keep fighting xxx 😊💚🙏.
I have been suffering with extreme and anxiety and agoraphobia for 6 months. I was admitted to a psychiatric crisis unit in December 2020 and have been doing trauma therapy since January this year. The weather is lovely outside and I really want to go for a walk. I didn't think I could do it until watching this video. Thank you for reminding me that I am not alone in this and that I will recover. I'm off for a walk now!
@@martham556 I used to take antidepressants and anti anxiety medication. Now I take a Vitamin D tablet when I wake up and a small dose of antipsychotic medication to help me fall asleep.
@@katemagee7866 thank you! I got prescribed lexapro and buspirone but so scared to take it :( I hear thry make sinus problems worse and I already have a severe septum deviation :( but I can't take the anxiety attacks anymore
This video is SOOO powerful to me. Almost every little thing mentioned I'm very familiar with. I feel like I finally found someone who knows the feelings I have and made a video about it Seeing this has given me the biggest amount of hope I have had in too long to remember. Thank you!
HI I am a new mom to a toddler and a 6month old baby and experiencing the same things you have mentioned in this video right now in my life...many times I beat myself up because I hate to feel this way, I am so scared that I can not raise my children to be normal children because of this problem I have..but u inspire me today! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR COURAGE TO BE OPEN ABOUT THIS and the advices u gave I hope to do soon. GOD BLESS YOU!
Thank you for posting this. I have been agoraphobic for 12 years now, and I can’t stand this pain & fear anymore. I try so hard to get everyone I know to understand what’s going on with me, but usually they just don’t get it. That’s okay though because I don’t understand it myself. To anyone suffering from this crippling disorder, keep fighting & never give up! ❤️
You are a badass. This video is perfect! Thanks woman 🖤 A big thing that helped me was telling myself that I’m not trapped...that I don’t HAVE to do anything. Like yes I should go to this doctors appointment but i don’t HAVE to go. I have a choice. So therefore I didn’t panic and feel trapped. I was okay with going cuz I knew it was my choice and I could always leave or cancel. I hope that makes sense.
Your video is everything I am experiencing. I turned 39 last year and all of a sudden I couldn't drive, couldn't shop, I have quit numerous jobs because of this. BEST VIDEO EVER.
I know that struggle all too well. I truly applaud you and others like us, who are trying to help not only ourselves, but those who don't know or could begin to understand this pain. One thing I have learned when I am beginning to "feel overwhelmed" is to just breathe. I have a tendency to forget to breathe so when I realize that my breathing is labored or I feel weighed down, I try and take a deep breath. It helps me to refocus and get my task (s) done. I am still on an anti-depressant, and had to be after our family lost my brother-in-love right before Thanksgiving 2013. I do not like the fact that I need medication, but I am learning to accept I am doing what I need to do to take care of myself. Lastly, but most important, I have a tremendous faith. "This too shall pass." It always does. Without God in my life, how lost I would be?! Everyone deals with stress at some point in life. Some just have more difficulty with coping with it. We all have trials and tests and need help along the way. And it is ok to reach out when you realize that you cannot do it all on your own.
Breathing is a great tool in the moment as well. I know that a lot of people with anxiety take shallow breaths and we need to focus and breath with our stomachs as well. Definitely helps for sure! The medication thing was a huge obstacle for me as well. I am still on one SSRI and plan on getting off it soon. You have to do it slowly though so it will take some time. I am glad that there is another person like you who totally understands :) we need more of that!
I am so thankful i found this video, This is excatly how i feel, I also have agoraphobia and am starting to get the feeling there is no hope. i get so mad at myself for allowing myself to have attacks, I cant go enjoy things i once loved and im not really sure how i got here, i am in therapy but it dosnt seem to be helping me, they have tried many different medications and so far no luck, i just want to be able to leave my house again and enjoy life, thank so much for taking the time to make this, ! i needed it,
I love you Dana. You are so sweet and delicate and I think it’s a double edged sword because it also gives a predisposition to anxiety. I’m so glad you’re doing amazing now. Big hugs from Australia!
Thank you for sharing your story. I can relate to almost everything you said in this video. I’ve only been suffering with panic disorder and agoraphobic for just over a year but you said you had problems for 7 years, which must of been so difficult. I’m glad you are better now :)
Thank you for sharing your story. You're such a strong person and whatever you shared has given me hope as someone who is currently struggling with agoraphobia. There's nowhere to go but up from here. ✨
I don’t know if you’ll see this, but thank you for this video. I’ve hit rock bottom with my agoraphobia. Ive always had good years and bad years but covid really just made me plummet to my worst. This has been really inspirational and gives me hope that I can come out of this. Thank you 💕
I came across this video last night while I was lying in bed contemplating normalcy. I was very touched by this video but I was happy to know that I'm not alone. I suffer from all of these symptoms but the one that stood out was the fear of simply driving. I stress way to quick about what seems silly. Thank you so so much for posting this video. And the rawness of the intro is what hooked me. I just subscribed to this channel. Keep doing what you're doing, you are helping people without even knowing it. Thanks again! Glad you are doing better
I am so happy that you took something away from this video. It took me a long time to post it, but when I did I also realized how "normal" these issues actually are and how NOT alone I was. I have received SO MANY messages and comments from others who suffer with the same issues since posting this, so please know that you truly are not alone :)
my anxiety takes over my life, i can’t enjoy things anymore because of it. i’ve been losing friendships and relationships with people because of it, and that makes me put the blame on myself and i end up never forgiving myself. my adhd doesn’t help because my mind is always overwhelming as is. it’s so tiring
It feels good to hear that I am not alone. And yes; I agree, baby steps making you experience quietness is key. Inner peace is a muscle. We were not taught it maybe. But it is possible! Don’t give up. Lots of love ❤️
I have a panic attack disorder/OCD. The OCD started when I was very young, (about 7 years old) and the panic attacks started when I was about 18. (I’m 21 now.) I remember my first panic attack being breathing related. I was focusing to much on how I was breathing, and it started to feel as though I was breathing manually instead of instinctually. Suddenly my mind made me believe I was going to stop breathing, so it went into panic mode. I COULDNT BREATH. I started rocking myself, and trying everything in my power to ignore this feeling. (Note to self: never ignore panic symptoms, address them) NOTHING HELPED. At the time I didn’t know anything about panic attacks, so I thought I was having some serious health problem. I felt extremely dizzy, and sick to my stomach. The room was spinning, and my fingers and feet cramped up and went numb. It felt like I wasn’t in control of my body, or anything around me. How could I forget the heart flutters in my chest? Felt like someone kept knocking on my chest like it was made of wood. Finally I grounded myself with the help of my family, and some water. OH, a fan blowing on me also really helped. After 3 years of dealing with this anxiety, I’m STILL scared of encountering another one of those panic attacks. The thought of it happening in public terrifies me. It got to the point where I couldn’t eat anymore. I was scared of things in food that could cause heart attacks or any health problem, so I started starving myself! You know how hard it is to find foods with little to no sugar?? NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE. I went from 155lbs, down to 118lbs in 3 months. It was not good for me at all. Basically, I was lying to myself. I kept telling myself “it’s gotta be the caffeine, or the sugar.. maybe if I cut it all out I’ll be okay!” Nope. I was wrong. Less sugar and caffeine definitely helps, but I don’t recommend completely cutting it cold turkey. Anyways, 3 years down the road I still experience anxiety, after trying everything. I’ve tried therapy, medication, breathing techniques, and so much more. I can’t wait for the day where I find that thing that does help and I can be free from worry. I wish you all luck on this journey, you’re not alone.
I didn't even know it was possible to stop feeling this way. I thought I'd just be stuck mostly like this for the rest of my life. Seeing someone heal and get better a bit at least gives me some hope. Thank you 😁
I had panic disorder about 8 years ago. I got better by taking sertraline and going to therapy. I recently had a relapse after a very stressful week and am back to sertraline. I just want to say that the only way you can understand anxiety disorders is by experiencing them yourself. We are brave to face our fears and these problems in life. And NO, YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Hello. How long did you take sertraline for? I was prescribed it and have been on it for 4 weeks. I really don't want to be on meds for the rest of my life...
The being on someone else's time (appointments, meetings, etc.) thing....wow, I relate to that EXACTLY. I've never heard anyone else say that gave them anxiety until now. I'm only 7 minutes into the video and it's like your explaining my experiences back to me. Thank you so much for this.
Dam I feel exactly what you are saying I’m about to quit my job cuz I can’t handle it . As a truck driver being stuck in traffic triggers my panic attack
You are stronger than you think. Its awesome that you are putting your health first. I have struggled holding down jobs due to mental health also and finally i decided I can't keep torturing myself.
@@1318amber I also have panic attacks being stuck in traffic. Have you guys found a way to deal with it? I avoid freeways because I’m afraid of being in a stand still and not being able to get out 😢
Thank you so much for this video ❤️ I think it was very helpful to me, the feeling when you know that you're not alone and other people feel the same thing that you feel is amazing 😭❤️
I don’t do grocery shopping. It causes me such anxiety because I have to make choices. And I’ll stand there way too long trying to choose something that I just get tired of being in the store. It’s awful. Really would like to go grocery shopping again without that.
Watching this 5 years later and I feel so much less alone. This video, these comments.. it helps. Anxiety is so isolating. I'm in the rough of it right now, hoping to get myself out and live a better life soon.
This helps me to be hopeful that I will be ok. Thank you for this and your strength. I completely understand this as it cripples me to do normal everyday things. It’s already getting better and I’m on the way to recovery.
The thing that saved me was medication meant strictly for anxiety. But I am not the average anxiety sufferer. Couldn't even walk outside to check my mailbox. Also I had and still have situational depression which isn't a chemical problem, but I really think that people truly crippled by panic and anxiety should try a benzo for just long enough to get 'out there' and wean off or only take it so short term and seldomly they don't need to. Unfortunately for me, I'm severe and stuck in my situation so until I can have a better home life and feel safe, will I even be able to eat without this medication, which at this point would take a very long time to safely wean from. When I tried, I was actually too paralyzed with fear of people and interaction to leave my bedroom. But on the medication, I stayed in school a solid year but failed my clinical portion due to factors not relating to anxiety, my clinical instructor had a drug problem quit without letting any of us know and when I found out she had left it was due to following the schools protocol for politely leaving the medical facility if anyone (and this person was my superior) threatens you in any way, and this was physical. The lady was a nutcase for sure and I'd done nothing wrong, but I don't think in the long run working in a lab or anything medical related is or was for me so for now I'm focusing on what I originally went to university for: Writing. BTW picked your post to reply to because it sounds like something I could have written, and then saw it wasn't long ago you posted so hope you're doing well and as cliché as it is, you're not the only one even though it sure as hell feels like it :)
Let me be honest... my problems feel so bad man... Like, I came into this video with the mindset that it was going to be another video talking about everyday anxiety. But then I seen that breakdown from you just talking about it and it hit home... that looked like when I tried opening up to my parents about my anxiety. That's the reason I kept watching and I'm so glad I did... thank you so much.
I always say...Medication is not a cure but medication is what can give you a fighting chance to do the mental work yourself. Thank you for sharing your journey 🌟💞
I have had some level of anxiety my whole life, during times of stress it would turn into panic attacks and depersonalization. I realized this year that I've started developing agoraphobia from the lockdowns and social isolation without even realizing it. I realized this after taking care of a patient who was extremely agoraphobic. She was such a doll, but I could tell she was way outside her comfort zone being in the hospital and it mirrored my own issues. It goes against every fiber in my being, but I'm going to overcome it, even if I have to pretend I'm ok for awhile. I'm only 25 and I can't let this ish stop me from living! The last time I almost had a panic attack I was able to slow down my breathing and stop it, it boosted my confidence a lot. Meditation has helped as well. I am truly praying for everyone in this country struggling with this now. People with anxiety always seem to have very kind and sensitive personalities, I hope you all can be as strong as you are sweet! ❤️
I’ve struggled with anxiety all of my life. I use to think oh I don’t have anxiety but I look back now and know I did(still do). My panic attacks start when I start worrying about my health but there’s nothing wrong with me I’m perfectly healthy, but my brain tells me otherwise. I freaking hate it. I know I’m fine but I don’t feel fine. My siblings are always telling me oh there’s nothing to worry about and I know there’s nothing to worry about but my anxiety doesn’t seem to think so. Sorry I just had to tell someone I don’t have anyone else
literally me i fixate on my health or breathing and get panic attacks because of it, but it’s so annoying cause nothing is wrong but im in constant fear of i dont even know what, can’t even put into words how i feel
I havent come across someone with my issues, until watching this. Everything you were saying was exactly how i feel and what is hard for me. Its so crippling. Im praying i can get out of this
As a fellow anxiety person, while I agree that it can be scary to dive into exposure therapy. When you've built up a base of confidence it's good to keep challenging yourself and your anxious assumptions. Try as much as you can, you'll improve.
Thank you for talking about this.... no one will ever understand. I turned down so many invitations to things..... I felt safe in my bed under covers. Grocery stores are the worst.
Hello there, l am going through anxiety and finding very hard to live like this anymore. I am pretending to be ok and l am tires of it. You are so inspiring to me and really admired your self confidence and creativity. I am very creative person and there is alot that l wanna share and make youtube videos and it has been very difficult to start with my mood and fears and not being confident enough. I am really tired of this and sad to be like this and frustrated not put out everything that l want in life. All you said it did make me cry.
First, a big hug to you. Please don’t feel like you should give up. Changes don’t happen over night, so just try to change small things every day. I promise you that you can do what you want to.
I cried on the floor, beging for someone to help me, i called my friend to help me out, so he did, i managed to calm down. The anxeity has been present for a year, and also years ago, i just didn't notice it as much. It's a never ending terror, just doesn't stop. I go to work, but it's hell in my head, and there is always loud buzzing in my ears, i feel like i have gone crazy. Every day is the same.... can't stop going to work, have to pay the bills.
I want to think you I’m a 29 yeaR old man & it’s so comforting to know I’m not alone....it makes u feel like your going crazy and you alone because it’s your mind, but these videos helped me get out my funk today
Thank you so much for sharing. I have been dealing with severe anxiety and panic attacks do over a year now. I have stopped going to events and am completely happy just staying home. It takes me hours to get enough nerve to get up and go somewhere. And when I do I have TH-cam videos playing to avoid my mind wondering and triggering a panic attack. In June I started watercolor painting which helps the anxiety and taking GABA has helped with panic attacks But I haven't found anything to help with the agoraphobia. I will be trying out the steps you mentioned. Again thanks for sharing and merry Christmas
It used to take me hours to get myself out the door as well. I hope the steps I mentioned can help you. It's tough but you have to force yourself to get out of the house and become comfortable outside of home as well. I wish you the best and know you can do it :)
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When you have anxiety, it’s so all consuming that you feel you’re the only one in the entire world with it.
You are so right my head was spinning this morning and my Anxiety 😥 was kicking in panic attack s i worry to much depression is not good I worry too much
Out of my whole life I've only seen couple of people with anxiety issues and I just feel so alone and trapped in my body
Omg ikr my anxiety be bouncing off the wall 💯
I don’t like to hear 👂 a lot of bad news the Anxiety bad news
It gets too me too much
I'm not alone 7623 people's are with me
Fighting🙏
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Make that 99.9% of us are fighting with you. There’s that 1% that may never experience anxiety, but that is rare. And that’s ok, if we educate ourselves and stay proactive with natural remedies as well as yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, and most of all transitioning into health eating habits and lifestyles. I’ve been working on myself ever since I realized I might just be a little too anxious.
Also, I do a whole lot of reading on positive thinking and how to keep from having negative thoughts. There’s a great deal of resources out there, just have to dig deep to find your best avenue to take. Everyone is unique in their own way so what may work for one may not work for all. Big hugs 🤗 to you, you are definitely not alone.
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Appreciate Video! Excuse me for butting in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you tried - Patlarny Priceless minutes Principle (google it)? It is a great one of a kind guide for curing panic attacks without the hard work. Ive heard some super things about it and my close friend Aubrey after a lifetime of fighting got great results with it.
I don't even call it anxiety or panic. I feel I am being terrorized by it sometimes. It feels like terror.
You can overcome this!
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Yes, exactly... Like there's some terrorist inside
Well you start to panic when you realize you're far from your comfort zone fk agoraphobia
Not 30 minutes ago I thought something similar, that it was like a damned demon tormenting me.
for those who don't understand. the best way to describe severe anxiety is terror. sheer terror.
Tortute
Total terror i fill tormented total hell
More like tortue
@@ToanTheNomad sometimes if i have a gun near me i would put a whole in my head
Like sitting next to a hungry lion.
It’s just adrenaline but we get scared of it unfortunately. Claire Weekes states “don’t be bluffed by a physical feeling “. Don’t add second fear. It won’t harm you. Acceptance is the key to recovery. I’m learning lol.
Browngirl yo i think u just hit the nail on the head saying that’s it’s just adrenaline cuz it really just is that.
So true
Ahhh yes!!!
I've been watching Claire Weekes vids a lot lately. She pushes utter acceptance and surrender (same as Eckhart Tolle). I get the concept and o feel I'm trying so hard to accept the feelings, let them flow right through me. I'm not having issues anymore with full out attacks (palp heart, sweaty, dizziness - still get this sometimes though) etc. I had this a lot like 10-15 years ago in social settings but would go away when I was out of those places. Now I have this generalized feeling of being unwell almost all day. Feel like I've been poisoned. Psychologist says its GAD being fueled by health anxiety/hypochondria. I feel this on edge feeling all day, and have this general fear that it's more than anxiety. I'm fixated on thought that I have neurotransmitter imbalances and that if I don't find balance, I cant feel better. Its almost an OCD, obsession of feeling and thinking this way. So then I think well how can i go through acceptance and surrender when i have an actual problem that may be stopping me from recovery. I'd love to think that I'm just not accepting enough, and I can truly do it and not resist, my brain will slowly repair itself. I've read this is possible but no idea what to think anymore. Anybody else out there eith more so GAD that they were able to get over obsessions with brain chemical imbalances and find peace through acceptance. Just want to lose this feeling of being on edge and slightly nervous all day when I know there's no reason to be.
Fast heart rate is what scares me when I leave the house
To me it feels like I'm going crazy and I can't even describe it, it's a surreal feeling of existence. It's terror. This maybe sounds weird but I'm glad I'm not the only one who has this and people can actually relate. Thanks for speaking up! ♡
@@NilsExp for how long did you use zoloft?
That explains perfectly my condition
Definitely doesn't sound weird!! That's exactly the way I feel and its hard to explain to someone who has never felt that way!!
Same girl ! It doesn’t sound weird at all , I was just crying wondering what’s wrong with me am I the only one.. I just searched up and found exactly what I have ,now I’m on this video .😁
@@butterflyb3716 me too
i am absolutely sobbing through this entire video. the fear of grocery stores, searching for exits, the walking around the block, everything NOT working, exposure therapy being scary as fuck. i relate to every single thing you just said. i remain hopeful but oh my god, this is so hard.
Same here 😔 How are you doing now Emily? I’ve gotten a lot better over the past few months. I hope you have as well. I’m learning this an extremely slow recovery.
Me too. Am trying to see that agoraphobia is a locked in protection mode. 25 years. Am trying to now go for it. Wish you well
@@amykelley9727 hi Amy, I am hanging in there! Its still really difficult but progress is definitely being made. Thank you. I hope you are well!
Same here.. 💞
same here. I am going thru the exact same thing. God save me!
To whoever is reading this I pray you will all find peace and over come anxiety it’s hard but not impossible I believe in you all have a amazing day
thank you.
Amen 🙏 thank you
AMEN
Thank you 😊 I hope you have a good day to 😇
Amen, thank you
I know my anxiety is irrational i totally get it but the caveman part of my brain just overpowers reason at times. Its impressive how powerful our minds can be
Megan Trawick exactly!
That makes it more annoying.
Any luck getting through it?
Anytime someone opens up about anxiety and makes themselves vulnerable in order to help others is an incredible moment. Thank you for sharing your strength. Your painting videos make me feel more relaxed when I'm experiencing a high point of my generalized anxiety disorder. Thank you for all you do!
LightKnight14 that means so much, thank you. Painting is such a great calming method for me as well and has definitely helped me mentally. It’s crazy what a little quiet time can do :)
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Wonder Forest can I ask what medication were you taking that made it bearable and what was your experience with the medication? I have pharmaphobia with mild agoraphobia as well and I have been struggling for 6 years and I just need a little sign of hope to get out of this darkness.
Same here after 2 years of watching these types of videos I'm really starting to see clearly now i now understand a lot more and my mind is so soooooo much better it's a wonderful feeling to have again
I have dealt with this anxiety for about two years, I will go to a store or to eat with family and I get so uncomfortable, I start feeling dizzy, my vision is kind of weird feeling, I get hot, sweaty, feeling like I just want to get out of there and I can’t. I feel so weird at times and it’s hard to explain. There are days were I’m so down and out and I truly feel like giving up. I have tried to go do things, I have tried talking with doctors. Nothing is helping. I cannot shake this and I feel like I’m alone. Does anyone else feel super dizzy out of no where, or like you are never going to be normal again. I feel crazy.
Yes!!! i get random like waves of dizziness in my head and same things i try focus on goes all weird and the more i feel it the more i stress about it. i cant explain it to anyone in a way that makes sense and i don’t know how to fix it. have you had anything which has helped since lv
You are not alone!! I have felt the same way and with other frightening symptoms like chest pain along with what you were describing. You will feel better. There is hope. And even though you feel like you're going to loose it or go crazy, you won't. Trust me, Ive been there. I don't like taking medications but some really do help and just finding someone safe to talk to and to empty all the scary feelings and thoughts is a big help!!
Happening to me right now. I hate it
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Don't worrie I've been doing it for about 15 years at first I didn't know what it was ,but I didn't want to let anyone know because I had a feeling that they were going to think that I was going crazy ,so I held it for a long time, some days good and some days down to the fullest , sometimes terror days because my shortness of breath and heart palpitations I been thru all that ,but one thing I'll mos said that the only thing that help me a lot it's to get involved in any sports and the main thing it's to assist to a church that will give you a lot to think positive and it gets better if you enjoy participating in the word of God , that's the only way out of this scary thought.
I am 26 and my agoraphobia has taken over my life. Thanks for sharing
What are your symptoms? I feel like a friend of mine might be going through this
I'm 25 and I get it 😢
I'm also 26 and my agoraphobia is also taking over. How are you ? Any better? Or in the same state?
Sara P sorry. So young
@Zebra M Can you stop putting out this false information. Making people believe it is solely genetic will make them think they can't change it. I don't know what kind of sick pleasure you're getting out of that but stop or I'll be reporting you.
To whomever is reading this, I am also recovering from panic disorder and agoraphobia. This was me this entire past year, it’s finally calming down thankfully. Some days are hard, some days are easy. Even though I felt terrified of doing every day things, I still forced myself to do them. Breathing and calming myself down while I was being triggered helped me find trust within myself, I can’t lie it was hard, it’s still hard but understanding that it’s purely adrenaline running through my body, and knowing that this strong feeling will pass helps me keep going. I wanted to give up many times in the beginning but just reminding myself that I’ve survived every horrible panic attack, intrusive thought, dizzy spell, the depersonalization, made me find trust within myself. This is they key, at least for me. Just showing up for yourself is winning. I now know the root cause of my anxiety and it’s still hard. But please keep going, just focus on the next minute, next hour, don’t be so forward thinking because that makes it worse. Focusing on the present moment and grounding yourself is extremely helpful. I hope you all find moments of peace in your day, y’all got this. ❤️
Thank you for this comment ❤️
i had agoraphobia about 20 years ago lasted about 4 years.but i am overly anxious and the cycle is happening again.has anyone else experienced this
A water bottle is a massive security blanket for me. I can’t leave the house without it. I even bring it to restaurants. My therapist always recommended I try to let go of comfort items but honestly I still brought my water bottle with me everywhere even when I recovered from this for about six months. Recently relapsed though
K x • me too
Totally get it.. it’s a very common thing with those of us who suffer from panic attacks. I do the same.
Same here with my water bottle!!! I think it’s bc our throats feel tight and dried up when we get anxious. I had to have a surgery a couple of yrs ago and even snuck it into my surgery bed!😩 if I realize I don’t have my bottle, I instantly freak out. Amazing to see I’m not the only one.
His_grace_is_for_all Definitely not the only one! And you’re correct, during a panic attack your mouth does become dry so that is most likely the reason many of us carry water constantly. But! I can say with certainty, that the habit can be broken once you train your mind to realize you don’t need it :) it takes a lot of time and a lot of effort, trial and error, but it can be done! Wishing you luck on your journey :)
Omg same i got a panic attack because there was no water beside me
what REALLY helped me with my anxiety was a book called DARE by Barry McDonagh
Im also following the dare response and agree it does really help
Going to check this out now, thank you!
Wolfferoni Claire Weekes is the best.
hello! can you share me the book! I badly need help for my anxiety! Please help me! Thanks
rhealyn quisel if u want you can listen to Claire Weekes through audiobooks for free if u have a library card.
Thank you so much for this. My anxiety has taken over my life and I feel so alone and overwhelmed. Its seriously exhausting mentally, psychically, emotionally.
hi! i’m dealing with the same exact thing & i struggle to talk about it. i used to be super happy and never felt this way until about four months ago. it’s staring to get to the point that i can’t go anywhere however im starting to seek help like medicine that i can take whenever i need verses daily & therapy
but i want you to know that you will be okay, we will get through this, we are not alone but we have to start the journey today❤️
@@lillianryan2367 since i’ve posted this comment i’ve gotten on medication and its the only reason i can function. Thank you for your sweet comment and i wish you the best. Therapy and medication is what helped me through! Good luck trust me it gets easier❤️
me too . hopefully you can get better
@@lillianryan2367 how are you doing now?
I'm suffering at the moment, and every day is sheer hell. I thank you from my heart for sharing your experience. It gives me hope and the will to continue.
Look up EFT
26:50 for the tips
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I am usually a silent viewer but this time I will comment on how amazed I am that there's really soo many people who are going through a form of anxiety! I myself suffer from 3 forms of anxiety and reading all these comments make me realize that I am not alone facing this nightmare.
I struggle with anxiety and panic attacks right now. To be honest it was triggering to watch this video just because it is something I’m going through. But at the same time it gave me hope. Thank you! omg I’m crying. I can relate so much to fear of panic attacks coming… I’m also afraid of evenings and nights as the most vulnerable time. I am lucky to have my friends who give me a lot of support but I live alone and sometimes it is so overwhelming. I hope anyone who goes through any kind of mental issues will find help and support. I’m praying for you all
This is the first video that actually made me feel like I had hope for overcoming agoraphobia, thank u
Thankyou so much for making this. I turned 20 years old yesterday and social anxiety has kept me from living my life since i was 12 years old. I dont want to do this anymore, i want to live. I refuse to hide in my house another year. Wish me luck (:
I know you can make it through this tough time.
Wonder Forest Thankyou (: ♡
good luck! I wish you the best! I think you should read a book called Transforming problems into Happiness by Lama Zopa Rimpoche, Wisdom Publications. I bet you can buy it everywhere on the internet. You should also check mahayana buddhist teachings, if you are open to the idea. Visit www.fpmt.org and lamayeshe.com... hope this helps, a hug from Palermo, Italy...
Vincenzo Pisano I randomly came across this video in my favourites and decided to watch it again. I remember that I had left a comment and then I go back to it and it says you replied an hour ago? Life is so strange, I’m taking it as a sign. I’ll definitely look into it, thankyou so much. I just turned 21 and I’m still struggling. I’m reading a book from Marisa peer right now. I highly recommend it. It’s helped a lot with my obsessive thoughts and I have made a bit of progress. 💕
@@madisona8774 I'm here in case you need anything…
To me its the physical symptoms that make me feel "isolated" from the rest of the world. Dp/Dr is by far the scariest and worst anxiety symptom and it always makes feel discouraged to go anywhere and do stuff I like. And the sad thing is that I wasn't always like that. Few years ago I could go in a nightclub by MYSELF and walk out with new friends....imagine...
Omg I relate so much ...UGH😒 I would go anywhere alone!!
I'm feeling like this now .. isolated, dp/dr is so scary I can barely get out of my home .. I'm so sad I'm feeling like I'm going crazy :(
@Mizzo Jackson it’s getting better everyday .. 3 weeks ago I can barely leave my home then I forced myself to do things no matter how disoriented and scared I was .. and I promise you it will get better, just don’t avoid things you will normally do, I know it’s so difficult and overwhelming but you can do it, I know that maybe you lost the motivation to do things but you have to keep pushing.. and it will get better everyday you will feel less disoriented and more present in the reality. Just fill your mind with things that you used to enjoy, Spend your time with people .. at the beginning its difficult but you can start with someone that you feel comfortable with maybe with a family member or a friend, go out as much as possibile but don’t stress if someday you just want to rest, the constant search to fix the problem it’s what keeps dp/dr alive, You can do it (:
@@micol1205 reading this made me feel a little more motivated to fight my anxiety and feel better
@@jazmin0511 You can do it! It’s absolutely not permanent .. I’m almost completely recovered.. Two month ago I was in a very dark place with derealization 24/7.. I was so confused and disoriented all the time.. I was scared about everything.. and I really thought that I could never go back to normal life again.. and that my life was over.. but it gets better everyday .. if you are struggling with dp/dr keep pushing, remember that its only temporary even when you feel terrible and think you can't do it .. you can ! believe me I was in the same position month ago. When you feel overwhelmed with strange thoughts and feelings just close your eyes and try to focus on your breath for at least 10 minutes. You can do it! I promise you that everything will be fine soon. Sorry for my English (:
I'm in the process of trying to retrain my thoughts from negative to positive. I know it's a process and at times I lose my patience because I want the healing NOW. Anxiety has made me claustrophobic, I have not gone to the movies in a good while. I'm adding it to my Goals list. I'm ready for change after dealing with anxiety a year and a half now. Thanks for sharing. It's a great success story. You are so brave. God bless and may you continue to get better and better until you are completely healed.
Thank you and I am confident that you can do it too!!
You explained my anxiety spot on , I'm struggling with it bad right now.
Audreona Harrell me too honey
Same here, it's nice to know there's others out there feeling the exact same way. Nice to know I'm not alone
The Anxiety Guy has so many amazing resources on his TH-cam channel
The struggle always seem never ending and I am waiting for that one day i can fight it back! This is inspiring
Amen!
Brave, brave, sooo brave... Thank you for sharing... We all struggle with hard, weakening times in our lives... Talking about this is so important.
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Thank you for speaking up on this ! Agoraphobia affects me everyday from the moment I wake up to the moment I go to sleep. It’s so motivating to see how there’s a way to ease this disorder. 💗
Hey Sofia, i just want to invite you to an anxiety, panic attack and agoraphobia support group through zoom. It’s so important to have a place where others understand you and have a place where you won’t be judged by people who don’t understand. Connect with me on Instagram @i_daniel_victor for more info. Prayers and love to all those struggling. There is hope.
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Thank you so much for this video. I've been dealing with this for 10 years in October. I have a daughter now, she just turned 3 and I want so badly to be able to overcome this. More than I can say. It helps so much to hear you speak about it because I always feel so alone in this...
God bless you ♡
I’m finding this in 2020 and I can relate to this story so much. I’ve always been anxious but the panic attacks have been crazy this year. And now I find myself avoiding a lot of things (mostly people) bc I’m embarrassed about getting one in front of them.
Have you made any progress?
You’re tellin me. I was diagnosed with agoraphobia in 2018. I haven’t left my property since June 2018. No shrink seems to help they either tell me I’ll get over it in nice words or they wanna put me on ssri which I’m koo off that. If you come to my house 90% of the time you wouldn’t even know something is up. But get me a lil way from my house I flip out. It’s crazy. I’m 36 I used to snowboard black diamonds, thought trees, float rivers, jet ski, drive my 1929 Ford I spent 5 years building and now I can’t even get to the store to get a pack of cigarettes. Only time I feel bad about it is when I talk bout it.
Not very different, for me breathlessnesa is really horrible
COVID definitely didn’t help
@@adrianvasile8965 absolutely. Looking at this a year later, I am now taking medication and have made so much progress. I am now a supervisor at my job and talk to people on the daily. Anxiety is still there. It doesn’t go away. But I’ve found that the best way to cure anxiety is to take things head on. If you’re afraid of something, just go forward. Take it on. Give it your best shot
I have Social Anxiety. I get Panic Attack when I am in Public like Crowd, Bus Stop, Railway and Market. It feels like People are Judging you when they look at you.
Watching this in 2020, right before bed. Ready to sleep and take on tomorrow. I really felt your words when you said “I know you can.” Thank you. Because of the quarantine I developed severe anxiety. I’ll try my best to accept it and overcome it.
The place you have fought to get yourself to today is just where you deserve to be. Great work! ♡
Thank you so much for sharing this. What you've said makes a lot of sense and is really helpful. You've inspired me to overcome crippling agoraphobia that I've been suffering with for a decade, which before seeing your video, I'd accepted that I'd live with forever. I'm sure it's not going to be an easy ride, but I'm excited to get my life back again. Well done you for having the strength that only people with this horrendous illness can comprehend and good luck in your future! x
Thank you for making this video. I never heard anyone describe what I’ve been going through for years and you’ve given me hope.
I've dealt with panic disorder with agoraphobia since 6th grade (I just recently graduated college). I was prescribed medication and essentially told to "deal with it" for way too long. I was "okay" for a while, I guess. Recently, it has spiked again like it did in the beginning, and every day feels like a struggle. Even in my own bedroom, the feeling is constantly in my chest, like I'm going to have an attack, and I struggle and try to find new ways every day to calm that back down, and every day I fail. My psychiatrist is taking me off the medication for it that I'm on, and my insurance won't cover therapy (that I've found yet, anyway) and, while I don't want to give up, it's hard not to feel hopeless in these situations. Sorry for rambling on, what I really wanted to get around to saying here, was: Thank you. Sincerely. This video is the first thing I've seen in a long time where, just watching it, I felt calm. Knowing I'm not alone, like you said, is absolutely huge, and I actually created a notepad document of tips and things you said to refer back to and continuously try to work on. In an overly dramatic way to put this: this video was sort of like that light at the end of the tunnel. I can see that there's an end; it may be far away, and I may have to seriously work and push myself to get there... but there's an end. And I think that's one of the biggest things I needed to realize. Life won't always be this way, it doesn't have to be this way... And *I* am the only one who can fix it.
Hope you are doing better. Stay in the fight. It might not be easy but you will find those moments that makes it worth it in the end. ❤😊
Practice the Claire weekes method
I just had a panic attack at 3am scaring my mom as I breathe loudly telling her “panic” and she told me to sleep with her and now I wake up and thought of things that led me to tightness in throat and I’m talking myself out of my heart beating fast. I just fear losing control of my mind
This mainly developed because of this quarantine
I hear that alot lately. This pandemic has also triggered mine as well. I hope you are able to get support and help. 🙏
You will not lose control of your mind. Trust me I know from experience, it’s very uncomfortable feeling but you won’t go crazy.
ZeusObey _Gaming thank you, since that day I had tons of ups and downs and right now I am at 85%
Kat.ex3 you know I experienced the same thing I thought I was going crazy but you are not you will be ok! Seek God, he will set you free! He has not given us a spirit of fear but power love and sound mind! Prayers! 🙏🏻💖
I believe the word “pandemic” has triggered a lot of people prone to health anxiety during this time ☀️
That intro....you had me in tears too girl! I know that feeling of desperation, exhaustion, crippling fear of even carrying on. I experienced my first attack when I was about 15, I had no idea what it was. I couldn't eat, didn't want to be around people, or talk about it. I don't know how I got over it then, but I did for a few years. Then started up again a couple years ago. I pinned it to being outright stressed at my work place and lifestyle choices. Cooped and got over then too. But here recently I had an attack hit me out of no where while I was trying to eat. That was about a month ago, and I'm still struggling. I know it's and mental struggle, but I haven't been able to just focus on other things to get over the hump. It's socially crippling. It's interfering with work, when I have to hide in the bathroom to "chill out". I haven't ate much, but what I can choke down with a drink. I really don't want to seek medication either, but I'm back to a breaking point because I have no real cause of the anxiety in life, other then maybe things are going too smoothly(besides the attacks) or maybe i was triggered and it keeps triggering from past triggers....idk but I'm so glad you had the courage to talk about your experience and give advice for it too.
In 2018 I didn’t leave my house for 8 months. This year it has came back almost worse and I haven’t left my house in 3 weeks. Quit my job and everything. I understand every word of this video. The only joy I feel is when I arrive home from wherever I absolutely had to go.
Are you okay? How are you doing
You will overcome this 🦾
How are you now ?
I'm stuck again right now too
Do you have social anxiety
Wow. Acceptance and Avoidance. Two words that really hit home. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. It illuminated some things for me that I was ...AVOIDING and why. You are strong, and courageous to explain in detail your process. I do hope that you will share more with us. Thanks for being the "light"! Merry Christmas!
Thank you for commenting! YES those two things are so important to think about. I'm glad that they resonated with you!
I still struggle with being in public. I'm having to go through exposure therapy again where I go to a public place like a mall or the grocery store and go into as many stores as I can and just browse. It's mostly anticipatory at first and after a couple of stores I'm in a good zone.
I've also picked up photography as a hobby, so I'll go into city streets and take photos and just try not to worry about any pedestrian onlookers. Some people have even given me compliments about my camera or had a chat about photography in general.
Thanks for the video, it's very helpful for me.
Brave woman. So generous to think of helping others! Wishing you all the best!
I have met quite a few people with anxiety but I've never had someone who felt the same exact way that I do. Until this video. Might be weird but this video is extremely reassuring to me. I genuinely thought maybe I was the only one feeling like I couldn't even leave the house. This is day 1 of me getting better. Thank you so much for this video.
Know how you feel Im so struggling with it right now 😢 x
Your video is helping me so much. Part of having anxiety is always thinking that there's something wrong with you your heart or whatever. So I've been avoiding running and avoiding jump roping thinking it's going to hurt me. I used to run all the time as a kid. Well right now I'm jump roping 50 at a time. I feel great. I'm getting back into cardio which as a bodybuilder we usually avoid and I'm feeling good. Today's a breakthrough.
You’ve described exactly what I’m currently going through and I’m really struggling and feel like there will be no end. Thank you for showing me there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. You’re amazing ♥️
At the end of the day, tell yourself gently: ‘I love you, you did the best you could today, and even if you didn’t accomplish all you had planned, I love you anyway.
Wow. I’ve never related to an anxiety video more. Someone finally put into words the terror I’ve been feeling that rushes through my body and there are no words to describe it. I truly never imagined going through something like this, but it makes me so much happier to know someone else has gone through almost the same thing. Best to you and thank you for being so brave to share this❤️
Thank you so much for this. Currently dealing with recurring anxiety/agoraphobia since my dad passed away. This video is so so helpful more than any counselling has been xox
Tee Cleere hi, I’m in the process of the same thing. I lost my mom and family betrayal. Any luck dealing with this?
@@nicholeh3025 I'm sorry to hear about your mam. It's such a difficult one to process. How awful that you are dealing with a family betrayal too. The most important things you can do today are stick to your first aid kit. Example: Get out of bed. Make your bed. Shower. Get dressed (not pjs). Eat. (So important) Exercise and socialise. No matter how sad or crap I feel I stick to a routine and get up the same time every morning even if I've nowhere to go that day. I make the bed and eat my breakfast. Not a big eater in the mornings so i usually read while eating. Next I'll shower and get dressed for the day. I have a journal in my bag to write down any unpleasant thoughts feelings I'm having. The exercise bit I start small when Im comin out of a funk, I'll do housework and empty the bins taking me outside. Then I'll walk my dogs. I usually meet a neighbour or somebody familiar and say hello or stop for a chat. I get a mewspaper in the same shop and have a chat with the lady that works there. This is all part of the socialising bit. I text a friend or call relatives for a chat. Some times I'll meet a friend at wkends. This is what I do when anxiety/agraphobia starts setting in. It's usually after a flare up pain and fatigue once a month that keeps me housebound for a few days. (I have menstrual issues more than likely pcos with endo) Other than this first aid kit I am currently trying cbt. I'm thinking of going back to counselling for bereavement/my health issue.. I listen to dr aine tubridys guided mediatation if I'm panicking or in pain. It helps most times... wishing you better times to come hang in there... x
Thank you for this video, my agoraphobia has consumed my life and I am in university so my grades are suffering, I am glad I am able to find videos of other people overcoming the same issues.
Anxiety and panic has a deep root in the past traumas. It’s something us the victims have to live it. Thank for being open about it. It’s crazy how much the public don’t know about mental sickness. And how much people ignoring it. Therapy and medication has to be taken together.
I am really happy to hear that you made it, I have more faith. I think medication is the worst way to face this, just like you said the mind is the one that does the work. You are an amazing being and I'm so greatful for this video. Thankyou, bless your soul ❤❤🌸💕✨
I have been struggling with this so bad the last 5 years now I missed out on so many things with my kids and my family. I just missed my son’s wedding because I can’t leave town and his wedding is 4 hours away, I finally told him the truth but it still broke my heart! My wife is getting frustrated with and is very short with me when I struggle with what used to be simple things for me to do! I feel hopeless most of the time and don’t know where to turn next. Thanks for sharing and letting people know there is hope!
I pray for you. Please allow God or faith into your life. Look into islam and how it can heal you. Listen to surah rahman and yaseen. You can get thru this. You can heal. Trust me. Also do parasite cleanse, candida and mold can cause this. Reset the vagus nerve. Look into dnrs program
Hi my dear....i am glad i clicked on this video....i was recently diagnosed with Generalised Anxiety Disorder....i was feeling just like the beginning of your video....right now i felt like i can't get over this...i feel broken right now.....but watch this video has given me some hope to know that i will get better....just looking at the work ahead is daunting....but everyday i will keep pushing on....someday i hope to fully reclaim my life....Great Video
I feel like I’m in thick of this right now. Sometimes I’m so scared that I won’t be able to take it anymore but i fight on. I just got on medication again sigh 😔 it feels like I’m never going to get better. Even during good times, i am always mindful of anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia. I know what things trigger it but don’t know the root or core reason why i struggle with this. It’s exhausting. When I was a teenager I was fearless, I’m now 37 and feel like my world is closing in. I am asking God to help me daily. It feels good just to write this out. I’m staying in the fight. -Daniel
Sorry you're going through this again. Mine went away 2 yrs ago and came back 2 weeks ago full force. I hope you have the support and help you need. Good luck and keep fighting 🙏
BlackBear _Gaming i wonder what causes it to come and go like that? I’m thinking about starting a zoom support group for people to just be able to share and have people in their lives who can fully empathize without any judgement. Let’s connect on insta @i_daniel_victor
@@MrDanielresendez
I wonder too. I was doing so good for 2 years...that would be awesome. Ok I will check it out
Hey buddy! I really hope all is well. It will get better. It might take time and an extream amount of effort. Look up Trey Jones. He will change your life. Also a good way to help is TMS. Tms alone worked for me.
mooky wilson thanks I will do that
Wow you are such an inspiration! This was very brave! It takes such strength and courage to post a video about your Anxiety especially the beginning to show how vulnerable you were. This is very inspirational. I'm just now well the past month getting out of the agoraphobia stage. It's so hard living with anxiety people dont get it they get mad at me and think im ditching them I've lost almost everyone My mother finally gets it and thank god because shes my best friend. God my throat is tight my heart is racing and I'm tearing up writing this....ive been like this since August....its been 8 months since I've put my life on hold. I have been trying to snap out of it lately I set some goals for myself. once im out the door I'm fine. Its getting out the door thats hard. Ive tried all the books dbt therapy one on one therapy essential oils gabapentin none of that worked. I was in cosmetology school last year and that was amazing i was so happy and able to do so much. I had to stop because i got a very large fibroid that put me on bed rest then a hysterectomy to follow that is what started the agoraphobia. I ordered an elliptical and am hoping that helps get me off my ass and out in the world more. Exercise helps me a lot. I also work from home as a consultant for an airbrush makeup company which definitely has helped me from the low point i was at a few months ago because now i have all these amazing women to talk to and that support me in my business and compliment me when i do well. They don't know about my anxiety. And I'm proud of the little things i do because it adds up. When i look good i feel good thats the first step for me n that mixed with exercise even a simple 10 minute video will help me overcome this :) i definitely do write down lists of simple things to do that i can cross off to show myself i can do it. 👑 I'm so glad i found your channel!!! I found your toning video first :) i also want to join a gym ive been trying to find someone to go with though one of my goals is to just do it on my own. I definitely believe that there are parasitic people out there. I have an empath personality so i take on other people's negative energy....its too much i do not even give those type of people the time of day anymore. I just cant. I get sucked in and then totally used. Im too nice and that attracts the narcissistic parasites .This time around I'm goimg to be around positive people in positive places doing positive uplifting things. Thank u for.this video!
Here's a hug.... I understand where your coming from
I don't know how I ran across this but it came at a much needed time in my life. I've battled with crippling anxiety for years now, and it's something that I wouldn't wish on anyone. I'm getting better slowly but long ways from where I want to be. Thank you so much for this..you are a blessing to me.
Wow.. your story and my story are almost identical. I was first affected by panic disorder and agoraphobia around 10 years ago.. and I’ve had years in between where I’ve been fairly okay, but it has flared up a couple of times (right now being one of those times). It seems to kick me in the teeth when it comes back with a vengeance like this, because I feel like I’m back sliding into a place I wish I never had to visit ever again. But.. in hearing how insanely similar our stories are, it reminds me that I am not alone, that my thoughts are not abnormal from others who suffer from the same thing, and that we can overcome this by making changes in our lives and challenging ourselves daily. Thank you so much for sharing this 🙌
I got my first panic attack feb 2020 and I got everything under control around feb 2021. It was a long and difficult journey but I was proud for how far I had come with it. Unfortunately in Jan of these year I had my first panic attack and I still cant figure out how I had one. I thought I was completely over feeling so helpless against it. Ever since then, things have gotten really bad again for me and I won't lie, it has been hard to stay positive about it. The reason I wanted to leave this here is for anyone else that feels like giving up. Please know that there is someone else here still trying with you. You are not alone and I know how hard it is. We will get through this together. Please please please don't give up. I believe in you.
Thanks for sharing! My experience was SO similar to yours, as was my road to recovery. And getting this information out there so that people stop feeling ashamed and alone is so important. Mental health needs to be tended to just like physical health. I remember one of the things that finally got me to make that appointment and go to the doctor was my mother saying, "If you broke your leg, would you just lay there, hoping it would get better? Of course not." You would seek help and not feel embarrassed about it. It's just a thing. And tending to your health as a whole person--spiritual, physical, mental--is in order for everyone! Bless you for using your platform to get this on the table.
That is a good way to think about it! Mental health is totally as important as physical health and should be treated as such. xox
Thank you so much for this. I’ve always had anxiety and intrusive thoughts but hadn’t had an actual panic attack / constant anxiety this severe until June 10. I had a panic attack so severe that I called 911 thinking it was something else. It was the first time that after I was aware of the panic attack, my symptoms didn’t really subside. Eventually they did and I was okay until the next Monday, early in the A.M. Since June 17th, I can’t shake my panic. I’ve pretty much been in a constant state of tremors/shakes, fast heartbeat, fear and tight/exhausted muscles. Sleep is pretty much... well, it’s hard and for some reason I get a little more panic-y before I can actually sleep. I made a psychiatry appointment and therapy for tomorrow and though I do feel so scared and like I’ll never get better, part of me knows that that just can’t be true. I’m exhausted but I’m really going to try and heal from this. My doctor prescribed a mild anxiety medicine for me yesterday that makes it bearable and allows me to get some rest. I agree that I don’t want to rely on a medicine. Especially because today I had thoughts like, “The medicine has run out. Now I’m more anxious again.” But I think that seeing a therapist who specializes in my fears will really help.
Thank you so much for your story. I was feeling all of the same things.
Thank you for this. This is the most relatable video I have watched on anxiety, in my case. Every day I have to drive, and every day it’s so hard. I wake up every morning with anxiety because I know I have to drive. It makes me feel nauseous & my stomach gets upset. Sometimes I feel jittery, like I can’t stop moving because if I sit still then my anxiety consumes me. I never want to go anywhere or hang out with anyone because I’m scared to drive anywhere “new”. I also got into a car accident last year, it happened right after I started finally getting comfortable driving. I have a 2 year old as well, so driving is even more scary knowing you have to also protect your child from crazy drivers. I never want to hang with people because I feel uncomfortable, I feel like everyone judges my every move. Which probably isn’t true but I always feel like I have to be 100% perfect with everything. I always feel like people are talking behind my back about me. I just have a hard time trusting others because a lot of people in my life have broken my trust with them.
I'm glad you found a video that you can relate to. Your driving issues definitely sound like how I was. I just wanted you to know though, that nobody expects you to be perfect. Nobody is... and once you can accept that I think it might help. The "so what" mentality helped me a lot. If somebody is talking about me... so what? If somebody is judging me... so what? If I feel anxious about something... so what?! You have to know that these are such small moments in time and they pass. Stuff happens... it passes, and we move on. It's the worry about having these things happen that hold us back... but in the end, all of that worrying is useless because, good or bad, the outcome passes. I hope that made sense!
Thank you for this video. Feels grounding and comforting in a sense, that someone out there understands and has experienced what my mind puts me through on a daily basis.
Its so exhausting, and embarrassing.
It makes me feel like a liability, and everything I say or any kind of opinion I share is stupid or not listened to if I don’t get a response. Which results in me speaking with such little confidence in my words. Makes me avoid all possible interactions with people where there’s the chance that I wouldn’t be able to leave the conversation or end it when I needed to without seeming rude or weirding someone out or feeling like it’s going to make someone have a bad opinion towards me.
Glad to hear you’re not dealing with this anymore.
You described everything I'm experiencing. I had a friend share this video to me. I'm just stunned but happy to know I'm not alone.
You’re definitely not alone 🙏🏾💕
Thank you so much for sharing, watching your video has given me hope!
I have been suffering from severe agoraphobia + panic attacks for years and haven’t felt able to travel anywhere away from my home for over 4 years. I have recently been trying exposure therapy and it is truly terrifying! I have panic attacks every time and I haven’t even made it to the gateway of my drive yet! Dealing with this is so incredibly hard and it seems that only those who have experienced panic attacks can understand and have compassion. Thank you for sharing your story and raising awareness, I relate to every word you said . Creating art seems to be the only thing that helps quite my mind from worrying. Your video has given me hope to keep trying and to keep fighting xxx 😊💚🙏.
I have been suffering with extreme and anxiety and agoraphobia for 6 months. I was admitted to a psychiatric crisis unit in December 2020 and have been doing trauma therapy since January this year. The weather is lovely outside and I really want to go for a walk. I didn't think I could do it until watching this video. Thank you for reminding me that I am not alone in this and that I will recover. I'm off for a walk now!
Are you taking any supplements or antidepressants?
@@martham556 I used to take antidepressants and anti anxiety medication. Now I take a Vitamin D tablet when I wake up and a small dose of antipsychotic medication to help me fall asleep.
@@katemagee7866 thank you! I got prescribed lexapro and buspirone but so scared to take it :( I hear thry make sinus problems worse and I already have a severe septum deviation :( but I can't take the anxiety attacks anymore
@@martham556 If you've been prescribed them, there's no harm in trying them out. It's up to you whether you want to stick with them or not!
This video is SOOO powerful to me. Almost every little thing mentioned I'm very familiar with. I feel like I finally found someone who knows the feelings I have and made a video about it Seeing this has given me the biggest amount of hope I have had in too long to remember. Thank you!
HI I am a new mom to a toddler and a 6month old baby and experiencing the same things you have mentioned in this video right now in my life...many times I beat myself up because I hate to feel this way, I am so scared that I can not raise my children to be normal children because of this problem I have..but u inspire me today! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR COURAGE TO BE OPEN ABOUT THIS and the advices u gave I hope to do soon. GOD BLESS YOU!
Thank you for posting this. I have been agoraphobic for 12 years now, and I can’t stand this pain & fear anymore. I try so hard to get everyone I know to understand what’s going on with me, but usually they just don’t get it. That’s okay though because I don’t understand it myself. To anyone suffering from this crippling disorder, keep fighting & never give up! ❤️
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You are a badass. This video is perfect! Thanks woman 🖤 A big thing that helped me was telling myself that I’m not trapped...that I don’t HAVE to do anything. Like yes I should go to this doctors appointment but i don’t HAVE to go. I have a choice. So therefore I didn’t panic and feel trapped. I was okay with going cuz I knew it was my choice and I could always leave or cancel. I hope that makes sense.
Yes girl! I do the same thing and it helps so much to make that distinction in your head!
This comment is everything! I can’t feel pressured, it has to be a choice I’m making.
Your video is everything I am experiencing. I turned 39 last year and all of a sudden I couldn't drive, couldn't shop, I have quit numerous jobs because of this. BEST VIDEO EVER.
I know that struggle all too well. I truly applaud you and others like us, who are trying to help not only ourselves, but those who don't know or could begin to understand this pain.
One thing I have learned when I am beginning to "feel overwhelmed" is to just breathe. I have a tendency to forget to breathe so when I realize that my breathing is labored or I feel weighed down, I try and take a deep breath. It helps me to refocus and get my task (s) done.
I am still on an anti-depressant, and had to be after our family lost my brother-in-love right before Thanksgiving 2013. I do not like the fact that I need medication, but I am learning to accept I am doing what I need to do to take care of myself.
Lastly, but most important, I have a tremendous faith. "This too shall pass." It always does. Without God in my life, how lost I would be?!
Everyone deals with stress at some point in life. Some just have more difficulty with coping with it.
We all have trials and tests and need help along the way. And it is ok to reach out when you realize that you cannot do it all on your own.
Breathing is a great tool in the moment as well. I know that a lot of people with anxiety take shallow breaths and we need to focus and breath with our stomachs as well. Definitely helps for sure! The medication thing was a huge obstacle for me as well. I am still on one SSRI and plan on getting off it soon. You have to do it slowly though so it will take some time. I am glad that there is another person like you who totally understands :) we need more of that!
I am so thankful i found this video, This is excatly how i feel, I also have agoraphobia and am starting to get the feeling there is no hope. i get so mad at myself for allowing myself to have attacks, I cant go enjoy things i once loved and im not really sure how i got here, i am in therapy but it dosnt seem to be helping me, they have tried many different medications and so far no luck, i just want to be able to leave my house again and enjoy life, thank so much for taking the time to make this, ! i needed it,
I love you Dana. You are so sweet and delicate and I think it’s a double edged sword because it also gives a predisposition to anxiety.
I’m so glad you’re doing amazing now. Big hugs from Australia!
Thank you so much Violet! Big hugs to you too :)
Thank you for sharing your story. I can relate to almost everything you said in this video. I’ve only been suffering with panic disorder and agoraphobic for just over a year but you said you had problems for 7 years, which must of been so difficult. I’m glad you are better now :)
Thank you for sharing your story. You're such a strong person and whatever you shared has given me hope as someone who is currently struggling with agoraphobia. There's nowhere to go but up from here. ✨
I don’t know if you’ll see this, but thank you for this video. I’ve hit rock bottom with my agoraphobia. Ive always had good years and bad years but covid really just made me plummet to my worst. This has been really inspirational and gives me hope that I can come out of this. Thank you 💕
Hi Lucy I too struggle with those types of days. Definitely not alone. Hope you have more good days than bad!!
I came across this video last night while I was lying in bed contemplating normalcy. I was very touched by this video but I was happy to know that I'm not alone. I suffer from all of these symptoms but the one that stood out was the fear of simply driving. I stress way to quick about what seems silly. Thank you so so much for posting this video. And the rawness of the intro is what hooked me. I just subscribed to this channel. Keep doing what you're doing, you are helping people without even knowing it. Thanks again! Glad you are doing better
I am so happy that you took something away from this video. It took me a long time to post it, but when I did I also realized how "normal" these issues actually are and how NOT alone I was. I have received SO MANY messages and comments from others who suffer with the same issues since posting this, so please know that you truly are not alone :)
my anxiety takes over my life, i can’t enjoy things anymore because of it. i’ve been losing friendships and relationships with people because of it, and that makes me put the blame on myself and i end up never forgiving myself. my adhd doesn’t help because my mind is always overwhelming as is. it’s so tiring
It feels good to hear that I am not alone. And yes; I agree, baby steps making you experience quietness is key. Inner peace is a muscle. We were not taught it maybe. But it is possible! Don’t give up. Lots of love ❤️
I have a panic attack disorder/OCD. The OCD started when I was very young, (about 7 years old) and the panic attacks started when I was about 18. (I’m 21 now.) I remember my first panic attack being breathing related. I was focusing to much on how I was breathing, and it started to feel as though I was breathing manually instead of instinctually. Suddenly my mind made me believe I was going to stop breathing, so it went into panic mode. I COULDNT BREATH. I started rocking myself, and trying everything in my power to ignore this feeling. (Note to self: never ignore panic symptoms, address them) NOTHING HELPED. At the time I didn’t know anything about panic attacks, so I thought I was having some serious health problem. I felt extremely dizzy, and sick to my stomach. The room was spinning, and my fingers and feet cramped up and went numb. It felt like I wasn’t in control of my body, or anything around me. How could I forget the heart flutters in my chest? Felt like someone kept knocking on my chest like it was made of wood. Finally I grounded myself with the help of my family, and some water. OH, a fan blowing on me also really helped. After 3 years of dealing with this anxiety, I’m STILL scared of encountering another one of those panic attacks. The thought of it happening in public terrifies me. It got to the point where I couldn’t eat anymore. I was scared of things in food that could cause heart attacks or any health problem, so I started starving myself! You know how hard it is to find foods with little to no sugar?? NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE. I went from 155lbs, down to 118lbs in 3 months. It was not good for me at all. Basically, I was lying to myself. I kept telling myself “it’s gotta be the caffeine, or the sugar.. maybe if I cut it all out I’ll be okay!” Nope. I was wrong. Less sugar and caffeine definitely helps, but I don’t recommend completely cutting it cold turkey. Anyways, 3 years down the road I still experience anxiety, after trying everything. I’ve tried therapy, medication, breathing techniques, and so much more. I can’t wait for the day where I find that thing that does help and I can be free from worry. I wish you all luck on this journey, you’re not alone.
I didn't even know it was possible to stop feeling this way. I thought I'd just be stuck mostly like this for the rest of my life. Seeing someone heal and get better a bit at least gives me some hope. Thank you 😁
I had panic disorder about 8 years ago. I got better by taking sertraline and going to therapy. I recently had a relapse after a very stressful week and am back to sertraline. I just want to say that the only way you can understand anxiety disorders is by experiencing them yourself. We are brave to face our fears and these problems in life. And NO, YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
If your anxiety gets worse with stress you may like to look into zinc deficiency and pyroluria.
@@DrJanelleSinclair thanks for the tip!
My pleasure
Hello. How long did you take sertraline for? I was prescribed it and have been on it for 4 weeks. I really don't want to be on meds for the rest of my life...
The being on someone else's time (appointments, meetings, etc.) thing....wow, I relate to that EXACTLY. I've never heard anyone else say that gave them anxiety until now. I'm only 7 minutes into the video and it's like your explaining my experiences back to me. Thank you so much for this.
Dam I feel exactly what you are saying I’m about to quit my job cuz I can’t handle it . As a truck driver being stuck in traffic triggers my panic attack
Sorry to hear this. Being in traffic triggers my anxiety and panic too. Have you tried CBD oil?
You are stronger than you think. Its awesome that you are putting your health first. I have struggled holding down jobs due to mental health also and finally i decided I can't keep torturing myself.
@@1318amber I also have panic attacks being stuck in traffic. Have you guys found a way to deal with it? I avoid freeways because I’m afraid of being in a stand still and not being able to get out 😢
I have quite 5 jobs this year due to anxiety
@@asiatreska2356 panic free. Tom Bunn. Was to help people with flying originally.
Thank you so much for this video ❤️ I think it was very helpful to me, the feeling when you know that you're not alone and other people feel the same thing that you feel is amazing 😭❤️
I don’t do grocery shopping. It causes me such anxiety because I have to make choices. And I’ll stand there way too long trying to choose something that I just get tired of being in the store. It’s awful. Really would like to go grocery shopping again without that.
Watching this 5 years later and I feel so much less alone. This video, these comments.. it helps. Anxiety is so isolating. I'm in the rough of it right now, hoping to get myself out and live a better life soon.
This helps me to be hopeful that I will be ok. Thank you for this and your strength. I completely understand this as it cripples me to do normal everyday things. It’s already getting better and I’m on the way to recovery.
The thing that saved me was medication meant strictly for anxiety. But I am not the average anxiety sufferer. Couldn't even walk outside to check my mailbox. Also I had and still have situational depression which isn't a chemical problem, but I really think that people truly crippled by panic and anxiety should try a benzo for just long enough to get 'out there' and wean off or only take it so short term and seldomly they don't need to. Unfortunately for me, I'm severe and stuck in my situation so until I can have a better home life and feel safe, will I even be able to eat without this medication, which at this point would take a very long time to safely wean from. When I tried, I was actually too paralyzed with fear of people and interaction to leave my bedroom. But on the medication, I stayed in school a solid year but failed my clinical portion due to factors not relating to anxiety, my clinical instructor had a drug problem quit without letting any of us know and when I found out she had left it was due to following the schools protocol for politely leaving the medical facility if anyone (and this person was my superior) threatens you in any way, and this was physical. The lady was a nutcase for sure and I'd done nothing wrong, but I don't think in the long run working in a lab or anything medical related is or was for me so for now I'm focusing on what I originally went to university for: Writing. BTW picked your post to reply to because it sounds like something I could have written, and then saw it wasn't long ago you posted so hope you're doing well and as cliché as it is, you're not the only one even though it sure as hell feels like it :)
Let me be honest... my problems feel so bad man... Like, I came into this video with the mindset that it was going to be another video talking about everyday anxiety. But then I seen that breakdown from you just talking about it and it hit home... that looked like when I tried opening up to my parents about my anxiety. That's the reason I kept watching and I'm so glad I did... thank you so much.
I always say...Medication is not a cure but medication is what can give you a fighting chance to do the mental work yourself. Thank you for sharing your journey 🌟💞
I have had some level of anxiety my whole life, during times of stress it would turn into panic attacks and depersonalization. I realized this year that I've started developing agoraphobia from the lockdowns and social isolation without even realizing it. I realized this after taking care of a patient who was extremely agoraphobic. She was such a doll, but I could tell she was way outside her comfort zone being in the hospital and it mirrored my own issues. It goes against every fiber in my being, but I'm going to overcome it, even if I have to pretend I'm ok for awhile. I'm only 25 and I can't let this ish stop me from living! The last time I almost had a panic attack I was able to slow down my breathing and stop it, it boosted my confidence a lot. Meditation has helped as well. I am truly praying for everyone in this country struggling with this now. People with anxiety always seem to have very kind and sensitive personalities, I hope you all can be as strong as you are sweet! ❤️
I’ve struggled with anxiety all of my life. I use to think oh I don’t have anxiety but I look back now and know I did(still do). My panic attacks start when I start worrying about my health but there’s nothing wrong with me I’m perfectly healthy, but my brain tells me otherwise. I freaking hate it. I know I’m fine but I don’t feel fine. My siblings are always telling me oh there’s nothing to worry about and I know there’s nothing to worry about but my anxiety doesn’t seem to think so. Sorry I just had to tell someone I don’t have anyone else
I’m having this happen now ... I hope you are better!
literally me i fixate on my health or breathing and get panic attacks because of it, but it’s so annoying cause nothing is wrong but im in constant fear of i dont even know what, can’t even put into words how i feel
I havent come across someone with my issues, until watching this. Everything you were saying was exactly how i feel and what is hard for me. Its so crippling. Im praying i can get out of this
As a fellow anxiety person, while I agree that it can be scary to dive into exposure therapy. When you've built up a base of confidence it's good to keep challenging yourself and your anxious assumptions. Try as much as you can, you'll improve.
Thank you for talking about this.... no one will ever understand. I turned down so many invitations to things..... I felt safe in my bed under covers. Grocery stores are the worst.
Hello there, l am going through anxiety and finding very hard to live like this anymore. I am pretending to be ok and l am tires of it. You are so inspiring to me and really admired your self confidence and creativity. I am very creative person and there is alot that l wanna share and make youtube videos and it has been very difficult to start with my mood and fears and not being confident enough. I am really tired of this and sad to be like this and frustrated not put out everything that l want in life. All you said it did make me cry.
First, a big hug to you. Please don’t feel like you should give up. Changes don’t happen over night, so just try to change small things every day. I promise you that you can do what you want to.
Many thanks for sharing your ordeal to overcome anxiety. So young and so sensible. You are truly inspirational and a role model. 🙏
I cried on the floor, beging for someone to help me, i called my friend to help me out, so he did, i managed to calm down. The anxeity has been present for a year, and also years ago, i just didn't notice it as much. It's a never ending terror, just doesn't stop. I go to work, but it's hell in my head, and there is always loud buzzing in my ears, i feel like i have gone crazy. Every day is the same.... can't stop going to work, have to pay the bills.
I want to think you I’m a 29 yeaR old man & it’s so comforting to know I’m not alone....it makes u feel like your going crazy and you alone because it’s your mind, but these videos helped me get out my funk today
Thank you so much for sharing. I have been dealing with severe anxiety and panic attacks do over a year now. I have stopped going to events and am completely happy just staying home. It takes me hours to get enough nerve to get up and go somewhere. And when I do I have TH-cam videos playing to avoid my mind wondering and triggering a panic attack. In June I started watercolor painting which helps the anxiety and taking GABA has helped with panic attacks But I haven't found anything to help with the agoraphobia. I will be trying out the steps you mentioned. Again thanks for sharing and merry Christmas
It used to take me hours to get myself out the door as well. I hope the steps I mentioned can help you. It's tough but you have to force yourself to get out of the house and become comfortable outside of home as well. I wish you the best and know you can do it :)
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