I Am Terrified - Unedited
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 31 ก.ค. 2024
- Today the vlog is me just updating you on what has happened this week and how I am feeling. I do explain why. The fear I am living with is enhanced due to the events of the week.
But everyone in the UK living with chronic illness that has no choice but to claim for funding, lives with this type of fear.
⏱ Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:46 Ollie time LOL
02:28 Brain fog, journalists & declining
05:16 Why I do this
09:46 I'm scared = WE are scared
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WHO AM I:
My name is Charlie and I am disabled. I live with chronic illness, I have a severe form of Psoriatic Arthritis and its crap! I am in pain all the time and always battling fatigue. BUT, I will not let it win. I love to learn and to laugh (even though it hurts my arthritic rib cage LOL). You will often see Ollie (she) my black Labrador. She is currently my trainee assistance dog! We are together, literally ALL the time.
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Thank you so much for reading all of this
Charlie
Stick with it Charlie, you’ve probably saved many lives and extended others. I don’t say that lightly. Lots of ❤️ x.
A veteran
Amen to that
@@pinky-ud1rt 👍
I'm so sorry you are having to go through this it's a disgrace! They are targeting you because they do not want people to claim and are absolutely determined to get even the most disabled people off benefits.
Its disgusting
Government works in lockstep with big pharma causing increase in chronic illness. Government works hard to make PIP more unattainable than ever.
And with the WEF to cull humans through sanctions,starvation, big pharma V/meds etc
No. People have always had chronic illnesses. That the Government want to allow elderly, disabled, those with chronic illnesses, those with Long Covid, and those with terminal cancer die rather than give them even a penny in help. Another reason to destroy the Tories as a party at the General Election AND the local elections.
Obviously we need to vote for labour at next general election. this stops the new plans coming in to force
@@anilvarma9081 Vote tactically. There are seats where Labour don't have a snowflakes chance in hell of getting them. Voting Labour when you should be voting Lib Dem, is likely to get you a Tory.
Voting Labour will Kill the NHS even more
I'm 24, suffering with anxiety, depression, ptsd, P.O.T.S, vasovagal syncope, neuralgia, OCD, arthritis in my hips and knees, ADHD and Autism. I still didn't feel like I was entitled to PIP and that I'm just a leech on the system. I've recently found your videos that have absolutely given me the confidence that I am entitled to extra help. It's embarrassing and frustrating that I can't work a job, I don't want to be like this and it has made me genuinely suicidal that I can never live a normal life.
Your videos have helped me with my PIP assessment phonecall. Thank you.
Very relatable.so much ignrance out of date information matched only by the lack of compassion by authorities.
I tried to leave too. Its bad enough the system being so bad that it gets us to this point, but when you find out its intentional, messes with your head.!
I worked until 2023 until I was made redundant. I already had a score of disabilities, like you and it was very difficult to keep up the work I was doing (full time - I am amazed I am still here). Anyway, on benefits now. But, I want you to know that I paid into those national insurances (in 2 countries over the span of my working life) all those years for people like you (and now me). And I have done it gladly. You are entitled to those benefits and if you can, you should get them. And hey, may be one day, you may be able to help someone else in a very different way, when you are good and ready. Perhaps not through moneys, but in deeds or simply listening to someone. That's how life works.
@@wendywebster5920 This was the nicest thing to read, thank you so much for the kind uplifting words. I really appreciate it. I'm sorry to hear that you're in the same boat, I hope it gets better.
@@artemisiou I hope you will find a balance too, Artemisiou. You deserve all the happiness in the world. I wish this to all of us.
Awww hun keep in there im the same im having really dark days
😞Charlie, don’t be scared, don’t give up or give in! What you are doing is wanted by those who are chronically ill, faced with PIP and need the help you are offering. Anyone that knows you, who has spent anytime with you, knows how kind hearted you are and how great it is to spend time with you. Stay positive. Haters always need something and someone to hate. Those of us with chronic illness just want to struggle less and you’re helping on that front.
Ignore the haters - anyone ‘following’ you can see how genuine you are (& absolutely NOT encouraging scroungers!) The current system is appalling! X
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Seen a report the other day that said billions in unclaimed pension credits goes unclaimed, how about government sort that out first 🙄
Worst Government in living memory
ITS BECAUSE THEY ARE TARGETING PENSIONERS NOW AND GOING INTO THEIR BANK ACCOUNTS
Its bad as we are called a liars when we are turned down and you find out that the assessors (Nurse, Paramedics, Physio Therapist) word tops your GP's word and your hospital Doctors word
Hi Charlie, I am recent subscriber after a friend sent me a link. I could not believe that someone had the courage to stick their head above the parapet while claiming PIP. It is a level of courage that is astounding. Absolutely agree with your description. Fear is so paralysing and creates tension. Take it one breath at a time. Your intent is noble and honourable. What we give out comes back to us.
Absolutely agree to this comment. Charlie is a brave soul.
I saw an article about you on the Daily Mail, which is why I followed you - because of my mum needing PIP. If I hadnt read the article I wouldnt have known about your channel, so maybe its a little bit of good publicity in some way. Thank you for your help ❤
As an ex promoter in social media and music you are correct. That is excacly how i would look at this, know your own truth, and those who don't know your truth inevitably take people on the trail to find out, in this case just a women with chronic illness helping other's. Often with what i did was to say a few things that was bait, just to make people curious, other wise they wouldn't care unfortunately sometimes it's how the system works, but trust me it work's. No one is going out to physically harm her, its just very well calculated words to try and push someone off their platform, fortunately for those doing it, it often works the other way lol, it actually brings more ettention to that person and often good things come from it. The old saying "sticks and stones can brake my bones but words will never hurt me" that's what Charlie should have in her for front mindset. Media sell media threw untruths, but even they know there's two edges to that sword.
The Daily Mail isn’t a decent newspaper. I never trust them.
@@AquariusGirl27 I never said they are decent or trusted, I just said thats where I read the article and found this channel
Obviously we need to vote for labour at next general election. this stops the new plans coming in to force
Same, an article came up in my feed that mentioned you. I'm really glad I found you Charlie... but I'm sorry you have been upset over all of it.
If the PM gets his way. With the new rules that he wants to tailor PIP. Make it more individual to person applying for it. Some of the things the PM has come out with is shocking. Reduce your payments and use the money to pay for hosptal visits for yourself instead. I did not realize I was entitled to private healthcare. As for mental health, there is a 2-year waiting list. Try investing into more of these services instead of leaving it down to charities. Deal with that instead Mr PM.
Sunak has millions invested in Pharma, it pays him well for ppl to be long term sick. Make no mistake, any changes in the system will be to implement a digital universal credit system, which will be dystopian on another level.
They want to encourage a suicide for the sick policy first, then the free euthanasia for prisoners and lazy and feckless contingents. The benefits sanctions are really designed to make people claiming housing lose their homes and with the stress of it do the above. Fit notes were originally going to be called Unfit notes but they decided against it as nudge psychology theory told them they could get a better kick off. rate by renaming to Fit rather than sick or unfit.
Or better still stop giving other countries foreign aid,they are now richer than this debt ridden country,when are we in this country going to get aid from other countries 😊
He will do it and labour will help. For instance the spying on your bank account if you are on benefits or linked to someone on benefits got three unchallenged readings already and Labour happily voted for it. Just wait til someone suggests bringing back workhouses.
He won’t be PM after this year is done with. Mark my words..👍
I was wondering how you were coping with the unwanted attention Charlie and I'm not surprised it's got to you. Hang in there if you can, you're making a huge difference. And if you can't that's also okay, your health has to come first.
Hey Charlie, I have seen the click bait news about you and some unfounded comment by another DWP You Tuber based just on what the papers wrote. I am going through the first appeal against my initial descision and a lot of my strength and determination comes from watching your videos. You reaffirm that I am entitled to PIP and not a system sponger and give advice and tips that I had not thought of. Please dont stop helping - a lot of us really need you.
Please please please do not listen to the idiots, you have a good heart, you are doing a great job, don't let anyone make doubt of your intentions, you helped me so much to understand my own sickness and how to talking about it and being open about it, again please don't listen to them
How do you ignore the biggest idiot called Rishi the leader of the government
Charlie. I hear you and I knew this would happen because people can be so jealous of anyone getting a penny more than they do. They don’t think of all the pain and heartache,all the things you miss because of your illness. The DWP WILL BE HAPPY BECAUSE THEY WOULD WANT YOU TO BE PICKED ON AND BULLIED BECAUSE YOUR helping so many
People get what they deserve . stay brave stay true to yourself. You are amazing and so appreciated. ❤❤❤
Your videos helped to stop me having a complete mental breakdown when my review form came in. I am working hard on a university course and trying to keep my head above the water, and the PIP funds the things I couldn't get via Disabled Students Funding (aka DSA). Losing my PIP would mean I lose the things I need but can't get to help me study. At the time I was knee-deep in assignment hell, the form came through and I found you + your videos to help me calm down and do the form. That is how you have personally impacted me for the better - I sent the form off in time because of you and now I have a chance I otherwise would not have had, to remain in education. Thank you.
After a work related injury in 2021 which resulted in an amputation and extremely limited mobility, I had dealings with PIP and ESA.
My confidence is at an all time low, and anxiety at a high. Even making a phone call to these departments triggers dread and panic.
Not knowing the system and the trick questions they pull equated to me being awarded zero points.
They do make you feel like you're feigning injury, and i can completely understand now why some people take their lives.
Every step i take is a painful fight. Sleeping is practically non existent, and there doesn't seem to be anyone willing to help.
It's so difficult struggling to do things we all take for granted before a sudden injury or illness changes your entire life.
Citizens advice help 😊
You cannot feign the loss of a limb!! These demons(I believe there is something wrong with them spiritually and it isn't good) are working from a script and it is not for the good of humanity
Keep going. Don't give up!
My health got worse and I applied to have my payment increased. They took me off entirely. You're amazing
I have psoriatic arthritis too and currently going to a tribunal because of the mobility part. I'm not leaving the flat whatsoever and your videos have helped me so much in preparation. Hang on in there, support is there for you too.
Keep up your great work, like you say, there should be no need for people like you, but God sent you..
We need Angels like you Charlie..
Thank you, for what you do..
Hi I think you do a wonderful thing helping people on this channel, the DWP failed to tell me what I am entitled to, been with my socal worker 2 years and yesterday he says I am entitled too pip why didn't he tell me 2 years ago I've been struggling with my illness, struggling with liveing crazy that's my moan over keep safe every one 🎉🎉🎉
Sending hugs and courage. I've read a few of the articles online, and they all read like -
"Shock! Horror! A chronically sick TH-camr (who absolutely deserves support from a humane society) is shockingly helping other chronically sick people (who absolutely deserve support from a humane society), get support for their needs from a callus government! This is horrifying!
Will anyone think of the poor millionaires with their tax loopholes and the corporate greed and wage theft, these chronically ill people are stealing millionaires money!"
Sensationalism from LBC
HEADLINE: TH-camr who fills out PIP applications for £650 each says she has ‘only ever lost one claim in six years’
Buried in the text: Her TH-cam videos do advise viewers "before booking me PLEASE watch the guides as I am trying to provide all of the information for FREE!"
Don't let the bastards grind you down. The government will move onto another target and leave us alone you watch. You help a lot of people.
People gets sick because lack of treatment of Gp and hospital! It's always delays, difficulty to get an appointment etc !
Hi, my parter suffers from cfs and she has really bad brain Fog. And is really worried people think she's faking because they only see her when she is feeling okay for about 1- 4/5 hours a day, but I see her when she is really bad. So I know she feels useless, because she was a hard worker so she feels guilty. People do not understand. I feel so bad for her, it makes sad for her. 😢 sorry for the rant.
Message received and understood Charlie. I suffer with illness and can completely sympathise and I am judged in the little town I live every time I leave the house. I would love to share a day in the life with the doubters - at least let them live in my head because they wouldn’t last a day! Keep going and giving support and we shall support you however we can. Thank you for everything lovely. ❤ Xxx
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Charlie I’m a very recent subscriber but I thank God for people like you. It’s easy to say but all this newspaper bs will be gone when the next thing comes along. But your help and advise is greatly needed. I’m praying for you. Also I’m so grateful for all your time and support that you give via your TH-cam videos. The energy you use to all this cannot be monetised!!!! Bless you. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Don't worry about the haters. You have help me try again after 20years . Still thank you. I,ve lost my home, my kids inheritance and my business., from a knee injury. Family of seven service on tax credits.......its hard... but we have love
your not alone Charlie, spot on with the embarassment and humiliation. I have just been moved to the new Scottish system and am due a review in May/ June I am really scared I fought so hard to get the funding to start with because I really needed it. Most people don't understand the shame of the questions they make you , push you, hound you to answer, the places they make you go.
Ignore anything printed in The Sun! I just about to start going through your videos.
Charlie I just want to thank-you for all your information, your words helped me with my recent tribunal this week and I won and had no fear; compare this with my last tribunal 6 years ago when I was a jibering wreck and doubted myself. The tribunal had made up their minds from paperwork I had submitted and I think wanted to award me more points above what I expected; it only lasted 40mins by telephone. Thank-you and never ever give up what you are doing to help people. Your help is needed by so many
❤ keep being you! Thank you so much for helping to change lives. You are right, it dies destroy people going through the process. Hopefully we can all fight back with you & help to change that. You’re not alone, Charlie. Stand as tall as your arthritis will allow. We’re all tired of shrinking at home 🎉
Wonderful lady 🤩 amazing work thank you so much for the information you share with us!
Not all ilnesses are noticible, I have IBS, A Hiatus hernia, Asthma, along side Spondylitis in my neck and lower spine. Arthritis in my hips and knees all things which aren't noticinle to everyone. And I have PTSD. People will say well you look ok to me . I'd love to see them spend a week in my shoes , just because you cant see pain doesn't mean it's not there. Take care and thank you for all the help and advice. you've given us.❤️
You have inspired me so much, and helped me sort through the mire, that is p.i.p so thank you Charlie ❤
In Scotland PIP is now being replaced by ADP. Another change!!!! Let’s hope this is better than the change from DLA to PIP was. They had people being forced to come in for interviews one case for example was for a lady who had suffered a stroke left blind in one eye and one side of her body no longer worked. The person who was supposed to interview her took one look and awarded her full amount and apologised for all the trouble she had gone through to come for the interview. It’s shocking. Supposedly ADP won’t be doing interviews I don’t know if that a good or bad thing. There’s only so much you can covey via the form. But also the absolute anxiety and being judged and “diagnosed “ by a person with no knowledge of your illness was a disgusting joke 😢
Yes i heard about that in Scotland, but now isn't it the case for the whole of UK, they want to bring it all under one umbrella, which in my opinion isn't such a bad idea..but we'll see, elections are coming up for local mayor's so alot will be said. And we all know a lot will be the same old 💩
its not better, my form was a joke- severe life threatening anaemia, that my doctor stated was caused diet) is according to them not malnutrition
@@Heligany
Well I've not experienced the outcome, so i take the word from someone who has that it's not a better choice. Am i surprised? No, it seems everything is just geared around what they can achieve and never mind the community they are supposed to serve
thank you for all your help. you are amazing.
Awww Charlie - you are brilliant! You have really helped so many people. The government have made their position on PIP claims clear and to target someone like you is their way to disempower people. You have so many friends - keep going girl x x
I've not seen whats happened but I can well imagine. Those of us who are affected with chronic illness understand everything and back you 100% You've helped so many of us and will continue to do so. I hope everything works out for you x EDIT...OK I've looked up things and as you say f**k em. You've got this, we've got this!
Charlie you helped me so much. I can’t thank you enough. Please don’t doubt yourself. You are amazing ❤
Please stay strong, we need people like you fighting our corner. There are so many justified claims being refused more and more.
I was given your channel from someone only a few days ago and already you have helped me tremendously. You are a beacon of light and life to those of us who need some help with these people. Your awesome. We can all see you are not well and we can see when you are having a worse day. And you still try your best to help people. Haters will always hate. But there's more of us who love you. We will be your strength against the haters and we will be your support team. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the help you have already given me with your advise. God bless you Charlie. Many blessings Amanda 🙏🕊️🙏🕊️💗
The example of the stirrups in the town centre was so on point as a woman I totally relate to that and what the DWP puts us through on a yearly/ bi-yearly basis so deeply degrading. Have to literally beg for what is legally ours.
Same
The news horrified me
Living (by which I mean existing) with constant pain and FEAR is an appalling, debilitating state to be in.
I want you to know that you have inspired and informed me and made a substantial positive difference to my life.
Stick at it; politicians don't care a toss, you make a real difference.
Simply have to be ready for whatever change comes next. Again.
Sending big hugs, love and light from North Yorkshire to you Charlie 💜💜💜
It would only be a hit job. I would not bother with interviews. The government is only bothered about the money.
Yep, best thing in this situation is to say nothing to those who only seek their agenda I.e selling papers or story's. Like most things, this will just go, especially if Charlie herself doesn't feed into it, because that's excacly what they want, so they then can twist a narrative. You can't do that when there's no words spoke too twist.
@@digitaldogs233 Count dankula said something similar. At first he trusted the journalist would "tell his side of the story", but it was a lie.
@@Jeremiah59
I've watched him for year's and the "Mad lads" content is great. But yes he spoke on that, and wished he never trusted them to give his side of the story, they just added things in, misquoted him, and basically lied..so yer never trust the media, unless it's a independent one. But even then be mindful of what you say, more better be mindful of what you don't.
At the end of the day , the British public , should asking why is the government so happy to pay millions of aid and support to illegal foreigners , but not sort our NHS out . Maybe chronic sick need support . Not a PM that wants to kick us when we are down . Carry on the good fight . We need more fighters like you . I feel your pain . ❤
Well said❤
5340 - Please stop blaming another marginalised and vulnerable group for this government's cruelty....
@@wendymitchell587Yes, exactly- doing that is exactly what the government wants us to do- they want us to blame fellow human beings instead of them to deflect from their failings. It's a genuine political tactic- look it up. And most importantly- don't fall for it! Hold the government accountable for their actions, not others they are also harming! Always be wary when the government and the media tries to make you scared of anyone different to you.
I love you Charlie, you're amazing!
Is good in the past having chats with you as such on here (youtube) like confirming things or likely at least verifying things.
Hey, you are doing good work and are helping so many! You are needed! Sending you all the love possible! ❤️
I'm sorry you're having to deal with all of this. Like you I always wished there was someone to help people understand the system.I thought of doing it myself. I am very thankful for your channel💗
Only just got my PIP from going to court after 2 years ! The judge awarded me with full PIP there and then. It shoud’nt need to be like this. 😢
it shouldn't.
we need to change our mindset, and expect cruelty, tyranny and lack of support.
thanks to youtube we can become stronger together
We need people like you please keep shining your light, I have the same illness as you and continue to work still but it’s getting so hard I had to fight for pip and that’s so wrong I struggle and make so many adjustments to my daily life xx
I am so sorry you are going through this. It's terrible that people crucify others who only have a good heart and good intentions. Your videos have helped me so much in winning my sons Pip Award this year. I'm currently writing my appeal for my own while following your videos advice. Without you, I wouldn't have had a clue where to start.
I know it's hard, but stay strong. Focusing on helping others is the right way to do it as it's clearly what's in your heart. We value you. Don't let haters drag you down.
I was fired from my job 17 years ago, and 2 years prior to that almost lost that job due to health issues which today are much more extensive than they were back then. However prior to that I've worked full time from the age of 18; I used to work 60-70 hours a week for years, to the point I collapsed (I was diagnosed with exhaustion by a gp who signed me off for a month) & have never fully recovered. I can literally count on my hands how often I leave my house in a year & I never do without assistance, I can't dress or bathe myself & yet PIP continue to say that I'm perfectly capable. I'm scared too, not only do we have to live with the fact that we can't live relatively normal lives, that we are vulnerable but now we have to deal with all this too - when will it end?
Charlie You are awesome. Hold your head high. Although this week will have been awful for you but on a positive PIP is being talked about. You have certainly touched a nerve as they seem to be on the attack and that means there is more to the story than what they have decided. You only have this channel as the DWP unfit for purpose. Please just keep going as your information is so important to people like me with chronic illness. I am waiting for an MR on a COC and thanks to your common sense approach I have had more confidence. I am more than happy to push to the next step if not successful… which hand on heart before I found you I would not have done so xxxxxx ❤❤❤❤❤
I think you are amazing. You helped me by not feeling so alone and so scared.
❤ you are helping us out . Those who can’t see this aren’t worth it. Xxx kindness and understanding xxx Thank you sweet xx
Sending you loving thoughts Charlie, you had the courage to stick your head above the parapet and have helped many people. Please don't let 'them' grind you down xx
You’re lovely Charlie …you have helped so many vulnerable people…Your channel is amazing…Please don’t stop we love you …X♥️
You have helped me explain how my illness effects me and I sent your link to my friend he now can make a little sense of what is going on with his body. He was so depressed not knowing what was happening to him. You have helped him and his young family find a way to cope. He still got 0 points for pip so now appealing. You have helped us so much. No words can say how greatful we are. I know the fear your talking about. People don't see us when we can't get out of bed. Or if we make it to the chair how exhausting it is just sitting.
Thank you for you help and dedication. I found you at the 11th hour and thanks to what I could listen to the night before my interview certainly helped. Fortunaty I have got my award! But there was still something which was very cleverly worded where I scored 0. The question was 'do you have a driving licence?' "yes" 'can you drive?' "Yes" means I have good concentration as driving requires complex skills! The fact on my form states that I can't drive all of the time and the reasons why was completely ignored! Do what you can and keep safe.💖
Charlie your amazing your advice is amazing, I wouldn’t have got through my pip tribunal without watching you TH-cam.
Everyone that I’ve spoken to I have put them onto your TH-cam.
All that journalists are after is a story they can print regardless of what you tell them they will twist it to their advantage.
You’re an amazing person. ❤️❤️
I am so sorry, I totally know how you are feeling, stay strong, only you know your own truth, stay strong in that. God bless you and I will be praying for you. Don't let fear make you a prisoner ❤
Stay strong Charlie, chronic illness is not easy and stress makes it even more of an up hill battle 💜sending virtual gentle hugs 💜
Thank you so very much for your hard work and brave defence of us all Charlie. I'm really sad to hear that you've been made to feel like this, I hope you can find comfort in the fact we think you're utterly amazeballs. Sending big gentle hugs xxx
Hi Charlie hope your well as can be thanks for your knowledge and support keep up the good work helping all of US and most importantly your self stay strong Many thanks 🙏
I am so sorry that this happened to you. You have helped so many ppl. Hold onto that. It’s so hard to see you like this. It’s time for us to support you. Xxxx
I’m so sorry you are suffering at the hands and voices of others. All I can do is say Thank you Thank you Thank you for what you are doing for so many of us in desperate need.
Hi Charlie, Im so sorry you are going through this. Stay strong my friend, you are amazing for what you do to help so many of us living with chronic illness. Please take care of yourself and ignore the nasty haters. Thinking of you my friend, sending you hugs 💜🫂
❤ if I could I'd give you a big hug. You are a beautiful lady and we are all behind you 🎉
Hi Charlie, I just wanted to say that I found you last week because of the media attention and I'm really glad I did. I watched a couple of short videos and subscribed straight away because I knew I would be in need of your advice at some point, although I didn't realise how soon. I got a text this morning saying my PIP needs renewing so I imagine I'll be spending a lot of time watching your videos over the next few weeks.
I'm sorry things are so difficult for you at the moment. I really hope the heat dies down quickly so you can continue to help those of us who need you without being hassled by idiots who have no idea how difficult and humiliating the PIP process can be.
You really are providing a vital service.
I'm sorry to see you ate going through this. Chronic illness chronic fatigue is real, it's debilitating only people going through it will truly understand 😢😢
I found you at your start I have passed on your website to many people , ignore the haters keep doing what you doing the people you help will lift you above the hate ❤
You 're brave, to do this. You stand for something. You have a lot of supporters. Keep up the goid work! Dont let others patronise you. You re helping the vulnerable..
Please do not stop what your doing you are giving out GOOD Information x
You are a beautiful person person and don't forget that we will support you all the way God bless
Great video. No one will ever understand chronic mental illness unless they have been touched by it. It doesn't just affect patients, it affects loved ones too. Presenting well does not mean you are well, it means you are masking and that is unsustainable. Do you honestly know what is really going through people's minds when you're talking to them? Do you understand how dangerous it can be to give any responsibility to, work alongside or be served by someone who presents well but really isn't ? Too many of those with mental illness present well and tell you that they are capable, when they can't even cross the Road safely. It is a mammoth task convincing them they are not well, because they are a danger to themselves and others.
Stay strong Charlie don't fear. They want you to fear so they can feed on it, that's food to them. Nothing bad will happen to you just stay strong and tell them where to go
Love you Charlie, thank you for everything you do girl! ♥
keep doing what you have been doing ,helping so many people chronically I’ll as you are I’ll blessings ❤from liverpool
You started this channel with a good heart and looking to help people. The media always want to demonise someone because it sells. The more they can sell, the more revenue they earn. They don't care who they hurt or attack. It's an acceptable form of bullying. I for one thank you even though I can't even get a claim form- I've been writing since August 23.
You have & continue to help so many people through this god awful process, you are definitely helping me right now, but how are you feeling right now? xx
Charlie, all I can say is thank you. I won my appeal couple of weeks back, ending 17months of stress and anxiety. Thank you for all the advice, and hope you dont mind if I pass it all on to my brother and others I know or family. Spreading the word to fight against that bunch of mendacious vultures is the best thing I can do now. Well until they somehow decide my MS is magically cured again. ps Matilda you keep an eye on them birds 🕊.
Fatigue is the worst!!I used to think I was tired in my previous life (working 60hr week in retail) - but it’s nothing compared to this😖 you just can’t fight it - and brain fog?? Forget multitasking, I can barely string a sentence together without forgetting words or what I was saying - I interrupt people so much, because if I don’t, I forget what I’m saying…I’m only 52…I feel (and look) 92😞…
glad I found your channel 🙌💖(we thank you)
Thank you for doing this. We stand with you (or sit)
Leave her alone! Charlie your a caring human being just helping others that really need it your a good samaritan ❤
Well said as always Charlie & more power to you .
It’s 3:30am and my disability keeps me awake. I always feel someone is looking at me all the time. I wish I was not unwell
You're brilliant. Deserving of my sub, and I loved the part where you say about the paranoia (fear) that someone is out there following me and waiting to photograph me in public. You're right, it is a constant living in fear. You're amazing and truthful, and you stay true to yourself, Charlie. You are inspiring ❣
I hope things get better for you soon ❤
I’ve never applied for PIP because there’s no way I could face the process….the horror stories that I’ve heard and read about I just couldn’t go through all that to then just be made out to be a liar.
Hi Charlie
Please, please, PLEASE don’t let this upset you.
I am an empath too with chronic illness and you have helped me tremendously not just by your tips but by the things you say about your illness which is very like mine ❤❤❤
The world is a sorry place just now and we desperately need warriors such as yourself to see this through 😢
I can imagine how hurtful it is but rest assured there’s so much love coming your way from the countless people you helped.
I think you are wonderful and never let the bastards drag you down.
We are all behind you and you are held in very high regard.
You look exhausted 😢
Go lie down and remember you are a treasure to most of us. ❤🙏🫂xxx
Well done Charlie, keep up the good work, at the very least, by watching your videos people will understand that chronic illness comes in *many guises and facets* and can happen to *ANYONE* at any time
So sorry that things are so tough for someone as kind as you ❤❤❤
Babe you have done zero wrong here, you are brave and have helped alot of people. The papers will always find a target and try to degrade them to make the disabled look like scrounger. Its always been the same and will never change sadly.. Keep fighting for the good side hunny, big hugs
I live in fear of leaving my house incase someone might see me I have arthritis of the spine and multiple bulging discs I don't sleep much because of the pain and trying to get comfortable with twisting scoliosis. I'm 61 and get no help except pain medication and an occasional MRI as things change. My neck causes me constant headache And the arthritis causes chronic fatigue I haven't applied for pip, though I am on higher rate UC but soon to get the assistance needed financially I will have to apply for pip I'm scared too incase they change their decision and take the UC away too. Yep it's definitely a life style choice 🤦
Just want to give you a big thank you. After watching a couple of your videos I successfully submitted a MR for my daughter to get the PIP she was entitled to. It has made such a difference to her life. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Xx
I agree why should we have to fill in forms with daft questions when we have already been diagnosed by our own doctors it's as if the DWP do not believe you or your GP and consultant in the hospital 😡
Hey darlin it kills me that you’re going through this it’s really disgusting, having you has helped so many genuinely sick struggling people and their families, I have a few crippling issues the worst being epilepsy I have between 4/7 seizures daily and because of that I can’t leave home, keeping it short we need people like you and you should be able to help us if you choose too, but be strong like you said be strong and only do what you can and want to f##c the haters we all love you 🥰 ❤thank you so much xx
Charlie you are a inspiration yiur a light in a dark negative world - THANK YOU ❤
Please try not to be afraid Charlie you're doing a wonderful job I know from experience not all government workers are trustworthy and some will try to deny you the help your entitled to please don't give up