Thank you Miranda for putting these on. I have shared the chronic illnesses section to highlight them to a wider public. I have anxiety & depression, chronic migraine, widespread arthritis and fibromyalgia. I used to talk about my 'previous life' as when I was teaching, or before children and how much your life changes. Nothing compares to chronic pain and fatigue. The impact is tremendous and heartbreaking. I believe you go through a grieving period if you were 'fit and able' previously. That can take a long long time. Living in a household where there is a mixture of empathy and some sympathy to nothing but annoyance that things aren't being done leads to a big low period and it's a rut you do not have the energy or wherewithal to climb out of. Support is essential and you sink otherwise. I will look up those charities mentioned. Again, a huge thanks for doing this. Your show makes me breathless with laughter, I 'worry' as I have same of theyops you wear in them, but having just found out you are the same age - I feel better. Please keep it coming and many thanks lovely lady xx
This is so surreal. I have been a fan of yours since my teens. Your show, your books and all you do and it made me feel normal as a tall woman. And now it’s like you just understand my life with chronic illness. It makes me feel connected and that is so important. What you said in the end made my cry a little. You are lovely.
Bingo! I just came across this almost 11 months later. Your comments about chronic illness is exactly what we have said in our household since Covid hit: we've been in lock down on and off for almost 30 years when my husband first got ill. I have seen more compassion and aha!-moments towards my husband (and me) from family and friends since Covid than ever before. Other people now get it. Chronic illness ripples into the lives of those living with those who have chronic illness, where their dreams and expectations are altered, too. That creates further ripples because there's guilt and worry of the ill person about how they are impacting their family's lives. Our children's growing up seeing their father's chronic illness has made them deeply compassionate and wise beyond their years. They have learned helpfulness without the burden that pity can bring, the kind that sees the illness as separate from the person who has to endure it. I have had to learn that part, but somehow they know it instinctively, just like a child learns to talk, or walk. We would never wish a chronic illness on anyone or their family, but the many silver linings to be had are precious. And, yes, it takes extraordinary physical endurance and strength of character to be a functioning person who has a chronic illness, to live that lonely path.
Miranda...please know how much this video means to me. I suffer from all 3 of the chronic illnesses you mentioned (ME/CFS and POTS) and find compassion like this very rare from people who aren’t directly affected by an illness. Your comedy series has given me so many hours of joyous distraction. I have rewatched the episodes sooo many times that many of them are almost memorized. Thank you for being a joyous light in this world. ❤️
Thank You so very much for your share about heroes. I have EBV and Lyme. You have for the first time in my life acknowledged the difficulty of getting through each day. 💕💕 Thank you.
Dear Miranda. I was a part of Lucifer's Saviours group and someone recommended your show for more Tom Ellis. Not typical for me to join groups 😊but my son and I bonded over watching it. WELL I have now become a major fan of you, your work (sorry Tom lol) and wonderful talent, you/your show made being on lock down so much more enjoyable as well as relating to chronic illness. I haven't laughed that much in awhile while watching your show. The best medicine. Thank you for sharing these videos. Wishing you well and just wanted you to know, you are amazing. My first time I have ever commented on someone's videos. I can relate, no one can understand truly but even the smallest things/ gestured do make life so much better. Hope this video helps people to understand. ❤️ is with you. You are an inspiration!
During Covid , here in the U.S. PBS was running your show for just an hour on the late night weekend. I found it accidentally and was hooked. "Who is this woman and why haven't I seen this show before?" I cant say it enough, "Miranda Hart is a British National Treasure!" And these chats are so relevant to so many of us during these trying times and beyond! Thank you for sharing your world with all of us.
I am shocked and touched and so grateful to hear you mentioning so many diseases I have!!! Thank you for speaking for me and others who are house bound/bed bound! (Going on 30 yrs sick, 8 yrs housebound). Thank you for understanding, thank you for getting it... I adore you and your show too that someone recently turned me on to... much love! 💜
Thank you for being so real and down to earth. Sharing openly like this isn't something many celebrities tend to do. But you opening up really does confirm that you are all heart. Love oo from the USA 💞
Regarding your video about chronic illness... I am from the states and have always loved British television (I used to watch Monty Python and Benny Hill as a teen) and I happened onto your namesake show. Love it and the brilliance you bring to it. Your video popped up in my feed and the subject really hit home for me. I was a supervisor x-ray tech for over 20 years in a large trauma hospital until I injured my spine. My life changed drastically. I could no longer work and was told I'd be a paraplegic within the year...in short, I am now permanently disabled. I have kept myself out of a wheelchair but I live with constant/chronic pain that would send the average person to the emergency room seeking serious painkillers. I physically can't tolerate a lot of things I used to enjoy (beaches, walks, shopping, even dining out because I can't sit for very long on hard seats). You were spot-on about trying to find joy in the little accomplishments that most would take for granted. Your "scribbles" brought tears to my eyes...you get it. Thank you for speaking out for those of us dealing with daily struggles because of chronic illness. God bless you!
Thank you so much for this Miranda! You have so beautifully said what has been on my heart. I have an undiagnosed chronic illness that doctors cannot figure out. I was actually supposed to go to the Mayo Clinic here is the USA so they can try and figure it out but understandably, the appointment was cancelled with no reschedule in sight. My family and friends are very supportive but to have someone understand like this is such a blessing. You are one of my favorite people and I appreciate you being able to make me laugh and cry at the same time. Love oo!
You have given me so much hope just to hear you speak so candidly about this. To also really pull the mask off of chronic illness and expose what we really face day to day. It is just fantastic! Thank you!!! It has been interesting to watch the world join my lifestyle and try to cope with it even though they can get out and work or excercise and I can't. Yet they still are struggling mentally. I don't wish this on anyone.
Thanks for all if this Miranda. I have been home bound for a decade, and mostly bed bound for the past 6 years from a rare illness (not mentioned here -or almost anywhere), and it had surprised me how many mixed feelings it brought up when ppl started talking about being stuck at home etc etc after only a few days. I hadn't anticipated what it would bring up. I do seem to be well suited to get through lockdown though (years of practice!) if it wasn't for the virus and my pesky immunosuppressed body that makes it quite scary, especially when you have to depend on others to noy spread it (and I live with family that are resistant to the precautions generally and the extra ones for the severely high risk have been a battle I am not winning at all. It's disheartening to say the least to realize the extra caution/cleaning to keep you alive doesn't feel worth it to them- heartbreaking more than disheartening really.) Thank you for speaking on this and seeing us. I know you have been one of us but it's still easier for you to not say anything publicly- but I very much appreciate that you have. Look forward to watching the other 2 videos you posted today and hopefully more lockdown vids of all different types throughout all this. Thanks for all you create and share with us xxx
Miranda, I love your work. I'm in the United States and I rewatch your sitcom so often, it's the best. I wanted to point out that the chronic painful illness called interstitial cystitis, needs more research to find a cure. Peace ❤️
i love your heart, Miranda! I've been chronically ill for 16 years and I wish I could help everyone! My art is part of my "medicine" and I create every day no matter how I feel because it ALWAYS makes me at least a little better. You are incredible and lovely!!! Sandy xxxxxxx
I’m so appreciative of your Chatty Ramblings. I’m sending love from New York City. It’s pretty hellish here at the moment but I’m grateful to be able to connect with humans all over the world who are in the same boat through social media. Be well.
I loved what you just said❤️ this lockdown is very hard for me as I suffer from severe anxiety and depression and at Christmas time I tried to take my life which would have made it about my sixth attempt to try and end my life. Sense of lockdown I have not been able to see my CPN on a weekly basis and I have not been able to go to my support groups all I can do is try and get through each day as it comes and know that I can pick up the phone if my depression overwhelms me. I had not really thought about The people who are constantly stuck at home and never have an ending and can never get out because of their severe illness but now I will try to. The one thing I like is the fact that British comedians and actors are managing to try and put videos up to try and cheer us all up and that is great.
Hang in there and do what you need to to get through. I know how hard it must be to not have your normal supports, routine, or many of the things you are used to doing or having access to to try to cope. I had a very hard time in my teens and 20s and it can be so rough when things change suddenly. Just remember do what you need to do if it's all positive things that's great but if it's old habits or not great things that's ok to as long as it keeps you alive; bc staying alive is top priority- everything else can be worked on later. It may not seem that way in some moments but it is true. Sometimes you just have to get through the days and deal with how you did that later. I've been homebound/bed bound for 6 years now due to an illness they didn't realize I had so got pretty bad before they caught it if you have friends or family that have been isolated bc of illness the most important thing you can do is to just call, email, or message them and ask how they're doing and what they've been up to (movies, shows, things they've read online etc). It might help you feel like you have more support and connections as well (which always helps with my depression). Things that seem tiny can have a big impact when you don't get to see ppl & others are just 'waiting for you to get better/back to normal', if it looks like that day will never come ppl wanting to be part of your life and keep up makes a huge difference. I hope you know what I mean, not trying to tell you what to do on this (I feel I am wording things badly) just that it doesn't take big things to connect and have an impact. I'm so tired I shouldn't be trying to write right now, but your comment kinda hit me about where I was at a different part of my life and just know that their are ppl who don't even know you that want you here in this world. Their's not a wrong way to survive all this, the survive is the important bit. (Sorry for writing so much) xxx
Annie Thyme thank you so much it means a lot to hear from others who have suffered or are suffering I am so sorry you are bedbound sometimes to think of your depression and anxiety and don’t think about others who could be worse off than you. Thanks again and stay safe.❤️
A couple of days ago on the BBC, Miranda Hart was on about her Comedy hero; Eric Morecambe from Morecambe & Wise. How he helped inspire her to go into comedy. During the interview she said: "Comedy is important. I mean, not that it's saving lives or anything (...)" And when she said that i thought; No, comedy doesnt save lives the way a doctor might do, but it DOES really save lives! And i know that because the escapism of comedy saves me more times than i would like to admit to. Chronic illness is like jailtime without the crime. The neverending Lockdown life! It hurts you as much mentally as it does physically. And i know that if i hadnt had the escapism of comedy on a daily basis i wouldnt be alive today; From Miranda Hart, Brendan O'Carroll, Michael McIntyre, all the way back to Ronnie Barker, Morecambe & Wise, John Cleese and so many countless others. I watch as much comedy from the 70ties, 80ties and 90ties as i do todays. From things like; Are You Being Served, Only Fools and Horses, Fawlty Towers, Allo Allo, Blackadder... to todays; Not Going Out, QI, Would I Lie to You, and ofcourse Mrs. Brown's Boys! ♥️ I'm so very thankfull for the Mrs Brown's Christmas and New Years episodes every year still, 'cause when Miranda ended, it broke my heart.. And when my Miranda Series 3 DVD got scratched 6 months ago, i cried my eyes out because replacing it here in the Netherlands is very difficult. Love you Forever, Miranda!! ♥️💋 Thank you!! 🙏😘💐
This is a situation of desperation... Especially when you might be in charge of the health of others... Me my elderly mother. My humor has been heightened and elevated by watching you Miranda. Your hart is a joy to listen to...my situation is grim... But my life is worth enjoying... Ever little bit of happiness feels much more valuable..
So happy to see your post today and what appropriate and thoughtful subjects you’ve covered!! I have a few chronic illnesses and understand completely the isolation it can bring. I love that you are encouraging positivity at this time and I too have high hopes that this will help all mankind to pursue a new, different and better normal. Please know my family are huge fans and we’ve watched the Miranda show over and over during this quarantine. We can always count on you to provide lots of belly laughs!! Thanks for the heads up that you have an online shop - going right now to get some “Miranda goodies” to help your causes❣️❣️❣️ Hugs from Upper East Tennessee - USA
If there is any silver lining to this historical era, we are in complete agreement about the earth and wildlife finally getting a chance to breathe. That has been on the forefront of my mind these last weeks as we've seen cleaner skies above major cities. Stay safe *our dear International Treasure*. SDH to you from Virginia, USA. (Social distance hugs) Breasticles. LOVE IT. Like everyone else here, I'm here by choice and we all understand you very clearly. Thank you for caring about chronic illnesses. I'm one of the high risk, vulnerable folks with lupus (SLE/DL/MCTD), fibro, COPD and several other interesting things. Such fun. Love you kiddo and can't wait to get to hear you reading your book live. (By the way, is the DVD available for USA zone?) You really do get it about chronic illness. People often blow off the severity of the illness of people like me who look okay or have a strong voice. They don't grasp that what's going on with my illnesses are mostly internal, systemic issues that affect various organs, the joints, muscles, and even skin (as in discoid lupus). Just because we look okay on the outside doesn't mean we are okay on the inside. And just because my voice is strong doesn't mean I feel strong. Sometimes, my voice is the strongest thing about me (unless I've been sick a few days and haven't bothered to bathe because I'm alone and just don't feel up to it. lol) The frustration is the worst part. I don't mind my own company or being alone. I mind that I want to mop the kitchen floor and can't because I can't breathe and exert at the same time. I can do one, or the other, but not both at the same time. It's frustrating waiting for when I feel better to get to do something I love like sew, garden, play with my dog, or hang out with friends, because I wait and wait and it just doesn't happen, or, the worst for me, is not getting to dance. I love to dance, even home alone, I love to dance but, I just can't "right now" and in my head, I'm waiting for when i feel better so I can dance. I just want to dance stupidly on my own like nobody's watching and sing at the top of my lungs like nobody's listening. Sometimes, the frustration turns to anger but, not often. I was first diagnosed with lupus when most people died from lupus soon after their diagnoses. My doctors said, "maybe 5 years". I told them that I intended to outrun it. Here it is, 40 years later and I'm still above ground and not in an urn. So, attitude toward chronic illness is the major thing--try to outsmart it, outrun it, and don't let it beat you. It might get you down from time to time, but make yourself get back up even if you have to roll around on the floor to do it! Oh, Miranda, Romeo (my soon to be 6 years old, champagne, Lhasa Apso) says Peggy is a cute gal and he sends wags and woofs her way. -- RoseMarie
So wise in her insights...what a multi-talented gifted person...thank you for using your talents and god-given giftings for the good of all. So few understand it's not about them.
I just found your chambles and you are spot on. Thank you for bringing this issue of chronic illnesses to light. There is a reason for this pandamic and we will see it all clearly in the future. Hopefully we will all be more sensitive to others and show love to all.
Hi Miranda I'm from West London, your my favourite you always put a smile on my face in these very depressing times Take care, stay well and don't stop the rambling we need you. Good luck with that book that your planning on writing and don't worry I'll be there to buy your book. Much luv to you all the best.
Oh Miranda Hart you are a bright light in these times. My circle of peeps are entering a new head space of reality that this will be a longer ways from any type of true desired normalcy, be it because of the weight of human suffering, we are more one then we have ever been. Keep on posting. Any shananigans are very welcomed. Be well. From Montreal, Canada.
Your my fave person me and my friend always call eachother stevie (me) and Miranda (my bff) you are our inspiration and our fave actors I’m so happy that you are posting keep posting hope you well. Chloe
I just think you are a lovely caring and inspiring person and your comedy has enriched my life over the years. I've been re-reading some of your books because they make me smile and help me to cope in these difficult times. I wish you were on tv more. How about some new 'Miranda' when all this is over?
Thank you Miranda for making me smile, but I must confess that I am struggling...I don't know what my purpose is? And I don't see a reason to find one anymore
BadWolfBay22 try to comfort yourself, life is a journey, not a destination. Don’t put pressure on yourself to “figure it out”. Try and listen to your heart and do things that make you happy, even if it’s something tiny like growing a tomato plant or learning a new skill. You’re beautiful and perfect the way you are. Enjoy your journey. Have faith in yourself ❤️❤️❤️
There's a rather lovely British TH-camr named Jessica Kelgren-Fozard who has POTS and EDS. She talks about all kinds of things like that, and more, on her channel.
I need your halp my ex-friend has really put me down you are the one person how makes me happy . I got made fun of in school because first I liked to watch you that killed me and I have a close relationship with my teacher I got so down I give up and if I am honest Thats why I just need to say thank you and I love you 💕(I just got your book the best of Miranda) I don’t have I think I am a girl with the lost smile love oo
Thank you Miranda for putting these on. I have shared the chronic illnesses section to highlight them to a wider public. I have anxiety & depression, chronic migraine, widespread arthritis and fibromyalgia. I used to talk about my 'previous life' as when I was teaching, or before children and how much your life changes. Nothing compares to chronic pain and fatigue. The impact is tremendous and heartbreaking. I believe you go through a grieving period if you were 'fit and able' previously. That can take a long long time. Living in a household where there is a mixture of empathy and some sympathy to nothing but annoyance that things aren't being done leads to a big low period and it's a rut you do not have the energy or wherewithal to climb out of. Support is essential and you sink otherwise. I will look up those charities mentioned. Again, a huge thanks for doing this. Your show makes me breathless with laughter, I 'worry' as I have same of theyops you wear in them, but having just found out you are the same age - I feel better. Please keep it coming and many thanks lovely lady xx
This is so surreal. I have been a fan of yours since my teens. Your show, your books and all you do and it made me feel normal as a tall woman. And now it’s like you just understand my life with chronic illness. It makes me feel connected and that is so important. What you said in the end made my cry a little. You are lovely.
Bingo! I just came across this almost 11 months later. Your comments about chronic illness is exactly what we have said in our household since Covid hit: we've been in lock down on and off for almost 30 years when my husband first got ill. I have seen more compassion and aha!-moments towards my husband (and me) from family and friends since Covid than ever before. Other people now get it. Chronic illness ripples into the lives of those living with those who have chronic illness, where their dreams and expectations are altered, too. That creates further ripples because there's guilt and worry of the ill person about how they are impacting their family's lives. Our children's growing up seeing their father's chronic illness has made them deeply compassionate and wise beyond their years. They have learned helpfulness without the burden that pity can bring, the kind that sees the illness as separate from the person who has to endure it. I have had to learn that part, but somehow they know it instinctively, just like a child learns to talk, or walk. We would never wish a chronic illness on anyone or their family, but the many silver linings to be had are precious. And, yes, it takes extraordinary physical endurance and strength of character to be a functioning person who has a chronic illness, to live that lonely path.
Miranda...please know how much this video means to me. I suffer from all 3 of the chronic illnesses you mentioned (ME/CFS and POTS) and find compassion like this very rare from people who aren’t directly affected by an illness. Your comedy series has given me so many hours of joyous distraction. I have rewatched the episodes sooo many times that many of them are almost memorized. Thank you for being a joyous light in this world. ❤️
Me too!! I'm with you!! Sick 30 yrs, housebound bedbound for 8...
Thank you for showing so much compassion and understanding. Thank you for lifting the issue of chronic illness and ME. Greetings from Finland.
Thank You so very much for your share about heroes. I have EBV and Lyme. You have for the first time in my life acknowledged the difficulty of getting through each day. 💕💕 Thank you.
Dear Miranda. I was a part of Lucifer's Saviours group and someone recommended your show for more Tom Ellis. Not typical for me to join groups 😊but my son and I bonded over watching it. WELL I have now become a major fan of you, your work (sorry Tom lol) and wonderful talent, you/your show made being on lock down so much more enjoyable as well as relating to chronic illness. I haven't laughed that much in awhile while watching your show. The best medicine. Thank you for sharing these videos. Wishing you well and just wanted you to know, you are amazing. My first time I have ever commented on someone's videos. I can relate, no one can understand truly but even the smallest things/ gestured do make life so much better. Hope this video helps people to understand. ❤️ is with you. You are an inspiration!
During Covid , here in the U.S. PBS was running your show for just an hour on the late night weekend. I found it accidentally and was hooked. "Who is this woman and why haven't I seen this show before?" I cant say it enough, "Miranda Hart is a British National Treasure!" And these chats are so relevant to so many of us during these trying times and beyond! Thank you for sharing your world with all of us.
I am shocked and touched and so grateful to hear you mentioning so many diseases I have!!! Thank you for speaking for me and others who are house bound/bed bound! (Going on 30 yrs sick, 8 yrs housebound). Thank you for understanding, thank you for getting it... I adore you and your show too that someone recently turned me on to... much love! 💜
Thank you for being so real and down to earth. Sharing openly like this isn't something many celebrities tend to do. But you opening up really does confirm that you are all heart. Love oo from the USA 💞
Regarding your video about chronic illness... I am from the states and have always loved British television (I used to watch Monty Python and Benny Hill as a teen) and I happened onto your namesake show. Love it and the brilliance you bring to it. Your video popped up in my feed and the subject really hit home for me. I was a supervisor x-ray tech for over 20 years in a large trauma hospital until I injured my spine. My life changed drastically. I could no longer work and was told I'd be a paraplegic within the year...in short, I am now permanently disabled. I have kept myself out of a wheelchair but I live with constant/chronic pain that would send the average person to the emergency room seeking serious painkillers. I physically can't tolerate a lot of things I used to enjoy (beaches, walks, shopping, even dining out because I can't sit for very long on hard seats). You were spot-on about trying to find joy in the little accomplishments that most would take for granted. Your "scribbles" brought tears to my eyes...you get it. Thank you for speaking out for those of us dealing with daily struggles because of chronic illness. God bless you!
Thank you so much for this Miranda! You have so beautifully said what has been on my heart. I have an undiagnosed chronic illness that doctors cannot figure out. I was actually supposed to go to the Mayo Clinic here is the USA so they can try and figure it out but understandably, the appointment was cancelled with no reschedule in sight. My family and friends are very supportive but to have someone understand like this is such a blessing. You are one of my favorite people and I appreciate you being able to make me laugh and cry at the same time. Love oo!
You have given me so much hope just to hear you speak so candidly about this. To also really pull the mask off of chronic illness and expose what we really face day to day. It is just fantastic! Thank you!!! It has been interesting to watch the world join my lifestyle and try to cope with it even though they can get out and work or excercise and I can't. Yet they still are struggling mentally. I don't wish this on anyone.
Thanks for all if this Miranda. I have been home bound for a decade, and mostly bed bound for the past 6 years from a rare illness (not mentioned here -or almost anywhere), and it had surprised me how many mixed feelings it brought up when ppl started talking about being stuck at home etc etc after only a few days. I hadn't anticipated what it would bring up. I do seem to be well suited to get through lockdown though (years of practice!) if it wasn't for the virus and my pesky immunosuppressed body that makes it quite scary, especially when you have to depend on others to noy spread it (and I live with family that are resistant to the precautions generally and the extra ones for the severely high risk have been a battle I am not winning at all. It's disheartening to say the least to realize the extra caution/cleaning to keep you alive doesn't feel worth it to them- heartbreaking more than disheartening really.)
Thank you for speaking on this and seeing us. I know you have been one of us but it's still easier for you to not say anything publicly- but I very much appreciate that you have. Look forward to watching the other 2 videos you posted today and hopefully more lockdown vids of all different types throughout all this. Thanks for all you create and share with us xxx
Love from the US! Thank you for your lovely message. Ppl don't understand chronic illness or chronic pain. It's a personal hell.😟
Miranda, I love your work. I'm in the United States and I rewatch your sitcom so often, it's the best. I wanted to point out that the chronic painful illness called interstitial cystitis, needs more research to find a cure. Peace ❤️
If we go back to normal we've missed the lessons.
Absolutely ! the worst thing we can do is go back to 'normal'.
Were lessons learnt after the 1918 Spanish flu? If we had taken them on board we probably wouldn't be going through what we are now!
Absolutely
Please bring back your sitcom, that would be the best medicine!
Dear Miranda, thank you so much. Wonderful bit of love for chronic sufferers. Well chatted and appreciated!💖💖💖
i love your heart, Miranda! I've been chronically ill for 16 years and I wish I could help everyone! My art is part of my "medicine" and I create every day no matter how I feel because it ALWAYS makes me at least a little better. You are incredible and lovely!!! Sandy xxxxxxx
I’m so appreciative of your Chatty Ramblings. I’m sending love from New York City. It’s pretty hellish here at the moment but I’m grateful to be able to connect with humans all over the world who are in the same boat through social media. Be well.
Stay well Nancy best wishes from Florida.
Melinda Hawkins Thank you, Melinda! I wish you good health and a peace of mind.
Take care Nancy and be safe. Sending a hug from long Island. :)
Cristi.DVM Thank you, Cristi. I hear that things are tough out in Long Island as well. Take care of yourself and be well.
@@nancygiorlando4059 oh sweetie,stay safe and healthy.💙 from Tennessee.
I loved what you just said❤️ this lockdown is very hard for me as I suffer from severe anxiety and depression and at Christmas time I tried to take my life which would have made it about my sixth attempt to try and end my life. Sense of lockdown I have not been able to see my CPN on a weekly basis and I have not been able to go to my support groups all I can do is try and get through each day as it comes and know that I can pick up the phone if my depression overwhelms me. I had not really thought about The people who are constantly stuck at home and never have an ending and can never get out because of their severe illness but now I will try to. The one thing I like is the fact that British comedians and actors are managing to try and put videos up to try and cheer us all up and that is great.
Hang in there and do what you need to to get through. I know how hard it must be to not have your normal supports, routine, or many of the things you are used to doing or having access to to try to cope. I had a very hard time in my teens and 20s and it can be so rough when things change suddenly. Just remember do what you need to do if it's all positive things that's great but if it's old habits or not great things that's ok to as long as it keeps you alive; bc staying alive is top priority- everything else can be worked on later. It may not seem that way in some moments but it is true. Sometimes you just have to get through the days and deal with how you did that later.
I've been homebound/bed bound for 6 years now due to an illness they didn't realize I had so got pretty bad before they caught it if you have friends or family that have been isolated bc of illness the most important thing you can do is to just call, email, or message them and ask how they're doing and what they've been up to (movies, shows, things they've read online etc). It might help you feel like you have more support and connections as well (which always helps with my depression). Things that seem tiny can have a big impact when you don't get to see ppl & others are just 'waiting for you to get better/back to normal', if it looks like that day will never come ppl wanting to be part of your life and keep up makes a huge difference.
I hope you know what I mean, not trying to tell you what to do on this (I feel I am wording things badly) just that it doesn't take big things to connect and have an impact. I'm so tired I shouldn't be trying to write right now, but your comment kinda hit me about where I was at a different part of my life and just know that their are ppl who don't even know you that want you here in this world. Their's not a wrong way to survive all this, the survive is the important bit. (Sorry for writing so much) xxx
Annie Thyme thank you so much it means a lot to hear from others who have suffered or are suffering I am so sorry you are bedbound sometimes to think of your depression and anxiety and don’t think about others who could be worse off than you. Thanks again and stay safe.❤️
Hi Miranda. Have loved your comedy for years. Still makes me laugh.
Discovering your site just this day! It is October but boy is this still all relevant to life each day! Don't stop galloping Miranda! Love oo!
A couple of days ago on the BBC, Miranda Hart was on about her Comedy hero; Eric Morecambe from Morecambe & Wise. How he helped inspire her to go into comedy.
During the interview she said:
"Comedy is important. I mean, not that it's saving lives or anything (...)"
And when she said that i thought; No, comedy doesnt save lives the way a doctor might do, but it DOES really save lives! And i know that because the escapism of comedy saves me more times than i would like to admit to.
Chronic illness is like jailtime without the crime. The neverending Lockdown life! It hurts you as much mentally as it does physically.
And i know that if i hadnt had the escapism of comedy on a daily basis i wouldnt be alive today;
From Miranda Hart, Brendan O'Carroll, Michael McIntyre, all the way back to Ronnie Barker, Morecambe & Wise, John Cleese and so many countless others.
I watch as much comedy from the 70ties, 80ties and 90ties as i do todays. From things like; Are You Being Served, Only Fools and Horses, Fawlty Towers, Allo Allo, Blackadder... to todays; Not Going Out, QI, Would I Lie to You, and ofcourse Mrs. Brown's Boys! ♥️
I'm so very thankfull for the Mrs Brown's Christmas and New Years episodes every year still, 'cause when Miranda ended, it broke my heart..
And when my Miranda Series 3 DVD got scratched 6 months ago, i cried my eyes out because replacing it here in the Netherlands is very difficult.
Love you Forever, Miranda!! ♥️💋
Thank you!! 🙏😘💐
This is a situation of desperation... Especially when you might be in charge of the health of others... Me my elderly mother. My humor has been heightened and elevated by watching you Miranda. Your hart is a joy to listen to...my situation is grim... But my life is worth enjoying... Ever little bit of happiness feels much more valuable..
Thank you for putting a smile on my face.
Xx
So happy to see your post today and what appropriate and thoughtful subjects you’ve covered!! I have a few chronic illnesses and understand completely the isolation it can bring. I love that you are encouraging positivity at this time and I too have high hopes that this will help all mankind to pursue a new, different and better normal. Please know my family are huge fans and we’ve watched the Miranda show over and over during this quarantine. We can always count on you to provide lots of belly laughs!! Thanks for the heads up that you have an online shop - going right now to get some “Miranda goodies” to help your causes❣️❣️❣️ Hugs from Upper East Tennessee - USA
If there is any silver lining to this historical era, we are in complete agreement about the earth and wildlife finally getting a chance to breathe. That has been on the forefront of my mind these last weeks as we've seen cleaner skies above major cities. Stay safe *our dear International Treasure*. SDH to you from Virginia, USA. (Social distance hugs) Breasticles. LOVE IT. Like everyone else here, I'm here by choice and we all understand you very clearly. Thank you for caring about chronic illnesses. I'm one of the high risk, vulnerable folks with lupus (SLE/DL/MCTD), fibro, COPD and several other interesting things. Such fun. Love you kiddo and can't wait to get to hear you reading your book live. (By the way, is the DVD available for USA zone?)
You really do get it about chronic illness. People often blow off the severity of the illness of people like me who look okay or have a strong voice. They don't grasp that what's going on with my illnesses are mostly internal, systemic issues that affect various organs, the joints, muscles, and even skin (as in discoid lupus). Just because we look okay on the outside doesn't mean we are okay on the inside. And just because my voice is strong doesn't mean I feel strong. Sometimes, my voice is the strongest thing about me (unless I've been sick a few days and haven't bothered to bathe because I'm alone and just don't feel up to it. lol) The frustration is the worst part. I don't mind my own company or being alone. I mind that I want to mop the kitchen floor and can't because I can't breathe and exert at the same time. I can do one, or the other, but not both at the same time. It's frustrating waiting for when I feel better to get to do something I love like sew, garden, play with my dog, or hang out with friends, because I wait and wait and it just doesn't happen, or, the worst for me, is not getting to dance. I love to dance, even home alone, I love to dance but, I just can't "right now" and in my head, I'm waiting for when i feel better so I can dance. I just want to dance stupidly on my own like nobody's watching and sing at the top of my lungs like nobody's listening. Sometimes, the frustration turns to anger but, not often. I was first diagnosed with lupus when most people died from lupus soon after their diagnoses. My doctors said, "maybe 5 years". I told them that I intended to outrun it. Here it is, 40 years later and I'm still above ground and not in an urn. So, attitude toward chronic illness is the major thing--try to outsmart it, outrun it, and don't let it beat you. It might get you down from time to time, but make yourself get back up even if you have to roll around on the floor to do it!
Oh, Miranda, Romeo (my soon to be 6 years old, champagne, Lhasa Apso) says Peggy is a cute gal and he sends wags and woofs her way. -- RoseMarie
I love you so much Miranda. Thankyou for all the laughs these past fee years. I cant wait for any other projects/shows that you do in the future!!!
So wise in her insights...what a multi-talented gifted person...thank you for using your talents and god-given giftings for the good of all. So few understand it's not about them.
I just found your chambles and you are spot on. Thank you for bringing this issue of chronic illnesses to light. There is a reason for this pandamic and we will see it all clearly in the future. Hopefully we will all be more sensitive to others and show love to all.
Hi Miranda I'm from West London, your my favourite you always put a smile on my face in these very depressing times
Take care, stay well and don't stop the rambling we need you.
Good luck with that book that your planning on writing and don't worry I'll be there to buy your book.
Much luv to you all the best.
I was so happy hear from you. I'm a huge fan. Thank You Miranda from the U.S. All the best to you and everyone. Hang in there everyone!!!
Thank you Miranda, really interesting and helpful
I have lost 3 friends to complications of M.E. and nearly died of it myself. Bless you for this. ❤
I'm so happy to see your doing ok. I been watching your tv series of Miranda....such fun!
I will keep you in my prayers
Normal is overrated, but I would really like to give my parents a hug, and to see them hug my son. That normal, I miss.
Oh Miranda Hart you are a bright light in these times. My circle of peeps are entering a new head space of reality that this will be a longer ways from any type of true desired normalcy, be it because of the weight of human suffering, we are more one then we have ever been. Keep on posting. Any shananigans are very welcomed. Be well. From Montreal, Canada.
Hi, Miranda from Texas. Take care, hang in there! Wuv You
Hi Miranda! Love your show. #such fun. Hope you and loved ones are well. These are strange times. ⭐️
Keep on shining that brilliant light of yours Ms. Hart.
Put some links in the video description please and thank you! To your shop, and the two charities etc. 🧡❤️
Girl you have been my medicine... seriously thank you for the laughs.. big kiss karl xxxx
Your my fave person me and my friend always call eachother stevie (me) and Miranda (my bff) you are our inspiration and our fave actors I’m so happy that you are posting keep posting hope you well. Chloe
I just think you are a lovely caring and inspiring person and your comedy has enriched my life over the years. I've been re-reading some of your books because they make me smile and help me to cope in these difficult times. I wish you were on tv more. How about some new 'Miranda' when all this is over?
XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
I love the new normal quote as well. Thanks for checking in.
Looll i love miranda! She always makes me so happy ! Even in my saddest moments!
Love you so much. Take care 😊❤
hola Miranda que gusto ver que retomaste este canal , espero ver mucho mas videos de ti y de Peggy, saludos
Mi rambl'in heart? Sweet💙💙💙😊
That's a great shirt idea!
You have the biggest heart, Hart ❤
Thank you Miranda for making me smile, but I must confess that I am struggling...I don't know what my purpose is? And I don't see a reason to find one anymore
Hope you find a find a reason. I think you can! sending strength💪 and love💟
BadWolfBay22 try to comfort yourself, life is a journey, not a destination. Don’t put pressure on yourself to “figure it out”. Try and listen to your heart and do things that make you happy, even if it’s something tiny like growing a tomato plant or learning a new skill. You’re beautiful and perfect the way you are. Enjoy your journey. Have faith in yourself ❤️❤️❤️
A chronic illness that no one can see is tinnitus. It is LOUD, daily, and nobody understands ☹️
Thank you for this Miranda from the bottom of my Hart ;)
Please say the new summer product is a lilo!
Also can highly recommend Maracattack, my family loves it
I so love that you are such a beautiful person.
There's a rather lovely British TH-camr named Jessica Kelgren-Fozard who has POTS and EDS. She talks about all kinds of things like that, and more, on her channel.
I have a chronic illness as well.
I love oo so much you are what I call amazing
Good M.E. advocate & info organization is Millions Missing. They have branches in several countries.
love you! I might practice English with your videos
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i love you 😭😭
I need your halp my ex-friend has really put me down you are the one person how makes me happy . I got made fun of in school because first I liked to watch you that killed me and I have a close relationship with my teacher I got so down I give up and if I am honest Thats why I just need to say thank you and I love you 💕(I just got your book the best of Miranda) I don’t have
I think I am a girl with the lost smile love oo