Today marks Cindy's three year anniversary working for Psych2Go. She coordinates and assigns projects to our wonderful animators and ensure that everything has quality control. She also works behind the scenes on ways we could improve and build psych2go. If you haven't met her yet, she has a TH-cam channel dedicated to planners and stickers. Be sure to support here there: th-cam.com/users/kqx
So many people are hard on themselves for their addictions, but it’s helpful to understand that some of these factors/personality traits are passed down and not necessarily your fault. Self improvement begins with self awareness.
This is true beyond addiction. I was raised by a covert narcissist and learned more than a few Toxic ways of dealing with people and the world around me. It was with a mix of introspection, having Mother's narcissism pointed out to me in a way that I could not unsee, and then learning a new set of skills to replace the ones I grew up with (DBT in my case,) that I was finally overcoming what my childhood had taught me. Introspection is the real starting point of the change. How we get there and how hard it is to do so, is up to us. The more we try and assert control over the world around us, the more difficult introspection and change is.
1. You have a difficult time self-regulating 2:06 2. You feel apathetic 2:42 3. You are impulsive 3:11 4. You're related to someone with an addiction problem 3:29 5. You experience other mental health conditions 4:06 6. You have other certain personality traits 4:48 I hope I could help! ;D
General signs of addiction are: lack of control, or inability to stay away from a substance or behavior. decreased socialization, like abandoning commitments or ignoring relationships. ignoring risk factors, like sharing needles despite potential consequences.👍
My moms side: long line of mental disorders that skipper her generation and absolutley slammed me My dads side: long history of drug and alcohol addictions Me: well shi-
Wow I just accepted that I am an addict. I’ve been sober from alcohol for 6 months, but now I’m addicted to exercise, living healthy, and helping others with the same issue I had…
Back when I started watching Minecraft TH-cam videos around 2011 around the age of 10 (I think), my brother had already warned me that I might become addicted. Well it’s 2020 and I’m 19 now and he’s right...
This is probably the best video you could’ve posted recently. I have court tomorrow due to my alcoholism. With help, I know I can do this. I can stay sober. Despite what anybody says. It’s been almost 2 weeks now without a single drop of alcohol. Let’s just say, I feel more like myself now than I have in the past year. It actually helps your self esteem quite a bit if you sit and think about the reason to why you do things. Of course it’s upsetting but, that’s also life. Without sadness, we wouldn’t know joy.
Hey man, I know it’s been 3 years since you posted this comment, but how are you doing now? I’m also trying to quit my addictive habits, but after seeing this comment it makes me feel better that other people are out there that understand what I’m going through! I’d love to hear how you are doing right now, but I hope you are doing well!
Sometimes you just have to convert a bad addiction like gambling, excessive social media, among others to something like hiking, walking, investing, or being a workaholic (this one is kind of a mix of good and bad).
Addiction has, and still is ruining my life. Please if you find yourself starting down this road, please, please, please turn back now. Before you cant stop on your own. This is not a life for anyone.
I'm addicted to lots of things. My advice is to replace your negative addictions with positive one's. It seems to work for me. It's weird because all your friends will think your so eclectic and into so much. Little do they know all your doing in transferring the negative energy into productive things. I lapse back occasionally, but not as much as I used to. Good luck.
Good advice. I know I am always the first to get addicted to whatever. ADHD be blamed. This is why i don't drink, smoke, gamble... I have enough at my plate with my habit addictions already. Atm I fight with a developing "i-spend-money-at-a-mobile-game" addiction. Seeking help now before it gets bad.
I don't understand how someone can not be an addict. Life is a sick joke thats imposed upon us without our consent. We're forced to suffer and get older and get closer to death everyday while we watch the same thing happen to everyone around us. If we aren't suffering, then the default state is boredom which is a mild form of suffering. Anything that makes us happy gets old and quickly loses its luster.
I've always wondered why I tend to get addicted/obsessed with certain things. It started when I was in middle school when I was obsessed with a fictional character, dancing, then food, then my phone, maladaptive daydreaming, then tarot, and even now a current crush. There's more things I've had addictions to, but I rather not list them since they're kind of embarrassing and I'm not even sure if they're addictions. At the moment it's kind of awkward writing this, since it's something that I never talk about. Thankfully I haven't gone to alcohol nor drugs. I just really wish I knew why I tend to be like this and how to solve it. Am only aware that my life hasn't been the very best, (not the very worst either though), for quite a while. Currently am turning towards certain addictions instead of trying to pass my classes this semester. Am taking medication and am still waiting for a call back from a therapist to see if my insurance is eligible. In the meantime, have been very depressed and anxious. Have tried to go outside and do other stuff to calm me down, but still struggle to do work unfortunately. As you can see from this long paragraph, it can be very overwhelming. Even tend to question if I'm exaggerating or not. Really hope these issues heal. Thankfully this video has helped me understand a bit more. I'll just try to be patient, and if you made it these far, thank you for caring. Sorry if I overwhelmed you. Hope you have a good day.
@@kevinm.4410 Yeah, honestly forgot about this comment, but am glad your reply took me back to it. Things have gotten better. Did graduate high school and am entering my sophomore year in college soon. Still struggle honestly from time to time, but have gotten far. Already had a first job, and experienced a solo trip at just 19. I know that I shouldn't count my accomplishments to measure things, but this does show how I can overcome anything. Will be stubborn in trying again. Also my therapy journey has helped so much. Kind of exciting thinking about it honestly
This sounds like ADHD with a symptom of hyper focus. You become seemingly obsessed with whatever your interest at the moment is. These interests can last for as little as a couple weeks or up to years even. You may find yourself reading articles or watching TH-cam content related to your interest, and the people in your life may become tired of hearing you talk about it. I suffer from this also, see your doctor and see if they can help you. If you can manage a balanced life, you’ll be better off in the long run.
@@johncoleman7308 Thanks a lot for your comment. Mine was two years ago, but my therapist said that it's just part of my anxiety creating these symptoms that are similar to ADHD. NGL there's still a part of me that wonders, but guess it's just from my mental illnesses and experiences. Still have trouble accepting this (along with the possibility of this being a disability), but am working on it and definitely am better than how i was back then.
I'm a living example of addictive personality. Addiction has been in my family. And when it comes to me I've been "clean" for almost 4 years from my weird soda addiction 🙄 and I've been smoke free for almost 3 years. Now I'm a vape addict instead, with low strength nicotine e-juices (so much better than smoking FYI). I also have a really unhealthy relationship to sugary things like chocolate and cookies.. I shall also add that I'm suffering with depression, anxiety, ADHD and OCD. I really hit the golden ticket in the lottery of life... 🙄😩
I have been trying to work out why I am the way I am and it all comes down to this having an addictive personality. I am very grateful I came across this video ❤
*Yep, 5/6 points describe me lol. I love to gamble (lottery & casino) and although my drinking is not super frequent, when I do drink, I go hard. Other than that, I need a hobby to take up my time otherwise I feel a little worthless and bored. A goal is motivating and allows me to "get lost in it". Typing this to see if there's any others who feel the same way or at least close to it. I wouldn't consider myself addicted to any one vice, but rather addicted to the feeling of needing excitement or some sort of unique experience in order to feel whole. I also however have recently gotten into the art of self-discipline. Quit sugar, coffee, and fast food. Already feeling a lot better. I suppose the secret to enjoying life if you happen to have an addictive personality is to utilize this personality to eliminate bad habits. You can become addicted to being healthy and cutting out the unnecessary, which is what I believe will propel me immensely in the end of all things*
The video just explains that you have an addictive personality makes it easier to develop addictions not that you don’t have one. You probably are addicted but are in deep denial. I was like that for the last 4 years. Ive recently realized that I am addicted to my computer and video games and slow accepting that it’s actually a huge problem for me
I definitely get a bit addicted, but I do practice a few techniques to maintain control. The biggest is taking the occasional week off of certain things. Sometimes they start without me realizing, but if I realize, I continue for the full week. Interesting thing I've noticed is that the first few days are difficult if I know I'm doing it, but gets easier as it goes on. I don't think I've gotten addicted to a harmful degree, but it is important to maintain some control.
@Keks Dose True. But better to be able to stop for a while than to not be able to at all. I also try to keep an eye on making sure it doesn't put anything important (such as the lives of the animals I help care for) at risk, including keeping track of my behavior with those who I'm close with. That is what feels more important for me, but I know that isn't universal. Fortunately, at least I think so, I'm not using any drugs (including alcohol) unless it's for medical reasons.
@Keks Dose True. Timing a break is also an aspect, especially if I don't want to. 2 weeks before an exam, no starting a new game and no gameing at all the week leading to an exam. Working on a big assignment, no streaming videos until after it is done and I'm happy with it. Feeling particularly ill, no starting a new game, book orseries, since being sick really takes away from the enjoyment. Admittedly, aside from a vacation, there's nothing I can safely do about being a catholic. I've been addicted to cats most of my life. What do you mean "that's not what that means?" It's not my fault if you don't notice the homograph.
I'm impulsive and I know I get addicted to things really easy such as a game. Once I enjoy it, I don't stop playing and play continuously until it gets boring and repetitive or until I finish all the levels of the game, then ultimately I delete it after like 3-4 days and have withdrawal symptoms whenever I see a TH-cam video or something related to it for the next 3-4 days and then it clears up. I don't open the plays store app as I feel some kind of fog in ky brain whenever I see games on the front page and it inhibits my thinking
For the same reason, My friends at University keep asking me to try cigarette and alcohol once but I always refuse it, because I know where I can end-up, I'm really impulsive about food as well..if I like a certain kind of food I order it in huge quantities and eat until I can't eat any more. Food Addiction is fine as I eat from outside only few times and also my this impulsiveness is limited to once in two weeks which is okay and doesn't really affect me much. But the alcohol and cigarette addiction could be life threatening to me so I don't even think about it, if I do..I go and over-eat
i've been dealing with that too. the best way is to delete the game, block all videos/channels that talks about the game. I usually could quit for a few month/weeks, but then i'm back again. it would be in the middle of the night 2am , i download the game, and play the whole night i feel so ashamed, but im addicted to the adrenaline rush when i play
There's also a difference between people who are coping with addiction and those who are not coping. Yes, people need supportive loved ones to help them get professional care, but if someone is not willing to try and cope.... Run!!
I am so so impulsive and I never know when to stop. I feel like I need a constant hit of simulation and that has definitely caused a lot of problems in my life
Don't ever use any addictive substance cuz from the way it sounds it would be a quick trip to hell by the way you look really pretty in your picture and I don't mean that in a creepy or weird way
@@jennifersimonian2103 Yeaaaa, I have avoided all substances as a result because I know that could easily lead to trouble. Oh, not creepy, THANK YOU!!! I really hope you have a great rest of your day :)
OMG me too!! I'm worried that I'm addicted to the internet and throwing my life away when I should be studying for an entrance exam that can make or break my career.😖😖
I see myself as an addict with a knowledge of harm reduction. If I could be on drugs and alcohol all the time, I definitely would be. But I know that I can't, so I space it out. I can at least control that part.
I’ve always thought that an addictive personality is also someone who drops an addition (or bad habit) and picks up another one. In other words they always do everything in excess. Like my brother in law. Everyone in his family has some kind of addiction some worse then others. And my brother in law use to drink in excess and eat in excess then he gave that up and picked up smoking he gave that up and picked up gambling. Now he’s doing keto I hope that doesn’t become and addition.
I struggled with addiction, when i was bored i ate, i made a lot of mugcakes and ate a lot of candies and well my mom said she was gonna get all the ingredients to make mugcakes into the trashcan and i cried like 2 days. It was horrible i didn’t knew what to do, I get really anxious when i want to do something but i cant. The good thing is that now i dont want candies like I wanted and im doing other things.
My mom and grandma have highly addictive personalities, that's kinda how it started. I'm currently trying to break the addiction because it's becoming problematic. I did it before, I can do it again.
Im proudly addicted to multiple substances and behaviors because i feel good about it, everyone wants me to change but i don't really want. I'm depressive and Suicdal, so best i can do is medicate myself.
I'm bipolar, I've been dealing with a depression episode lately thinking I want to be alone and drink to death. I've never had alcohol but I know I would be a mess if I tried it, I really don't care much about it
I feel like I've done it before and I can do it again. This is very helpful because when you know what to expect you are better prepared to handle it. 👍💛
I just thought it was weird to be addicted to exercise, but then I realized that might be me. I tend to pace a lot outside, but now I do it a lot, even in cold weather. My yard is full of grassless muddy patches from being pacing back and forth. I will go outside whenever I feel twitchy or overexcited.
the thing I like about this channel is CUTE ANIMATION, GOOD ADVICE, REFERENCES, HILARIOUS STUFF and... Most importantly the narrator says *THANK YOU* literally every time for the love and support 👍👍👍👍👍
I have a lot of general symptoms of an addictive personality. This is coming from someone with a father whose alcohol addiction was so bad that he now has permanent brain damage and has to stay in a nursing home even though he’s only in his 60s. It’s a part of why I avoid drinking too much because I know if I get too interested in it it could potentially be problematic. And it’s why I just never got into drugs or anything like that. But I do seem to have a hard time controlling how much fast food I eat. Luckily I could probably be a lot worse, but it can be so hard to control my diet. I have to force myself not to eat crap more than once a week. It may also tie in with why I seem to ignore risks and am generally an impulsive person. Pretty much my whole family all have addictive personalities so it would probably explain a lot.
Tomorrow I will be 18 weeks heroine/benzo and general illicit drug free. Its been hard but can be done. I suggest changing your mind set, easier said than done though 😌
My father was an alcoholic. So I stay away from alcohol. Good thing I don’t like it. The problem is I love sugar!!! And I allow myself two Slurpees a week. OK sometimes three. Today is Slurpee day. Or maybe tomorrow. Can’t wait for my next Slurpee. Funny how there is a donut commercial after the video. Got a love a good donut too!! Hey Psych2Go, I love your channel!! 💕
I'm worried that I'm addicted to the internet and throwing my life away when I should be studying for an entrance exam that can make or break my career.😖😖
I think I’m addicted to TH-cam and can’t really consistently do my assignments. I have one for 23:59 today and I haven’t even finished watching the instructional video yet because I’m a scaredy cat...I might just have to submit what I have...This has been going on for a while now especially since I took a college leave since last year’s offline college was a complete mess...
If the 12-step "questions" are anything to go by, addiction is differentiated from habit by what one gives up to serve the habit. Watching TH-cam instead of TV is not an addiction. Watching TH-cam instead of cuddling your S.O., cleaning the kitchen, or sleeping enough to not be a zombie in the A.M., is an addiction.
Talking about that slow creep where an addict needs more risk and intensity to compensate for a depreciating dopamine rush made me think about some things my dad told me. (He was a recovering addict and a rehab councilor, for context.) Prior to becoming a councilor, he quit drug use but tried to just drink less. When he kept getting drunk, he quit drinking only to become addicted to food. He then began to quit eating what he referred to as "trigger foods" until he soon became addicted to gaming. My mom once recalled a moment where he turned to her and said "I think I know my problem; I'm addicted to MORE." My dad was an intense person and things were often dialed up to 10 with him. Addictions came naturally to him because it took so much to move him. Someone who's having a bad day might only need a chocolate or two to lighten their mood. Someone who's heart is on fire and who's mind is racing like a bullet train off the rails... it might take a little more. That's what happened to my dad. Nothing was ever enough and that hungry beast inside him just couldn't be sated.
Lol where I live everybody smokes. (Except my mother, but she was pregnant most of my life,& kids under 12 year old). My family, my boyfriend, all of my friends... It's normal, I don't see it as a huge problem (just a light-medium problem I guess) I know that it's not in America, because on TH-cam they are always like: WTF SMOKING THAT'S LIKE SOO BAD! DON'T DIE I LOVE YOU Which is really dramatic to me hahaha But they do other unhealthy things, like super big fastfood menu's and taking the car everyday, when they just could cycle and be there in an hour lolll
Every single one of these signs is also strongly associated with ADHD... and people with ADHD have a much higher risk of developing addictions due to lower dopamine levels in the brain. So PSA to anyone reading this who relates to this video: Please get tested for ADHD if testings are accessible to you!! If you have ADHD, the easiest and most successful way to treat your addictive personality is to treat your ADHD.
I am struggling with an fantasizing daydreaming addiction ever sense my childhood and teen trauma it happens where I can’t control at first I loved it but now it just wanted to escape reality where I have no love life and no job and live with my mom I can’t help it but reality made me this way 😔
Is there also something like the Anti-Addictive personality? Like... you have someone in your family who had to deal with an addiction and now you a real aversion for the very thing they were addicted to (and I'm not talking about being afraid of also developing an addictive behavior in this or any other direction). Sorry if the question sounds weird but I'm curious if that is a thing...
Today marks Cindy's three year anniversary working for Psych2Go. She coordinates and assigns projects to our wonderful animators and ensure that everything has quality control. She also works behind the scenes on ways we could improve and build psych2go. If you haven't met her yet, she has a TH-cam channel dedicated to planners and stickers. Be sure to support here there: th-cam.com/users/kqx
happy 3 yr anniversary cindy!! 💗
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Aww happy anniversary
I loved her channel 😍😍im also a stationary lover🥰🥰❤️❤️😀😊😊
Happy 3 years anniversary cindy!💓💗
So many people are hard on themselves for their addictions, but it’s helpful to understand that some of these factors/personality traits are passed down and not necessarily your fault. Self improvement begins with self awareness.
Yes! Awareness is key.
True fact.
This is true beyond addiction. I was raised by a covert narcissist and learned more than a few Toxic ways of dealing with people and the world around me. It was with a mix of introspection, having Mother's narcissism pointed out to me in a way that I could not unsee, and then learning a new set of skills to replace the ones I grew up with (DBT in my case,) that I was finally overcoming what my childhood had taught me.
Introspection is the real starting point of the change. How we get there and how hard it is to do so, is up to us. The more we try and assert control over the world around us, the more difficult introspection and change is.
you're right but there are people who say that to avoid fighting the addiction and acknowledging that they have it.
@@hel2727 True, they're just two extremes: hard work without self compassion, and self compassion without hard work
1. You have a difficult time self-regulating 2:06
2. You feel apathetic 2:42
3. You are impulsive 3:11
4. You're related to someone with an addiction problem 3:29
5. You experience other mental health conditions 4:06
6. You have other certain personality traits 4:48
I hope I could help! ;D
WEEK AGO. HOW.
@@eemeli7093 Maybe it's "member only" thing
time travel comfiremed ;)
@@choerryerim that's partiality 😭
@@akellagayatri ikr
Sign #7: You click on TH-cam videos less than 2 minutes after they're up.
Yep
Uhhhh that's totally not me even tho I kinda just woke up amd already on my phone
@Cristina Forsythe Oh hello :P
Hello there
Damnit
General signs of addiction are: lack of control, or inability to stay away from a substance or behavior. decreased socialization, like abandoning commitments or ignoring relationships. ignoring risk factors, like sharing needles despite potential consequences.👍
Uh oh
darn!
“You may be related to someone who is an addict”
My moms whole side of the family: hello🤠
Same and my father's side too
they be doing CRACK over there 💀
Hola niño
my mum: has had an eating disorder since she was a teen
my dad: a coke addict
me: 🤠
My moms side: long line of mental disorders that skipper her generation and absolutley slammed me
My dads side: long history of drug and alcohol addictions
Me: well shi-
My heart goes out to all those struggling with crippling lemon juice addiction.
It's so hard to quit thx
Man... It's horrible. Praying for dem
Wow I just accepted that I am an addict. I’ve been sober from alcohol for 6 months, but now I’m addicted to exercise, living healthy, and helping others with the same issue I had…
No joke addicted to TH-cam videos. Odds are many people reading this are too, especially with so many people indoors.
Back when I started watching Minecraft TH-cam videos around 2011 around the age of 10 (I think), my brother had already warned me that I might become addicted. Well it’s 2020 and I’m 19 now and he’s right...
So true...
yup. i switch between being addicted to youtube and addicted to instagram/tiktok ughhhh
This is probably the best video you could’ve posted recently. I have court tomorrow due to my alcoholism. With help, I know I can do this. I can stay sober. Despite what anybody says. It’s been almost 2 weeks now without a single drop of alcohol. Let’s just say, I feel more like myself now than I have in the past year. It actually helps your self esteem quite a bit if you sit and think about the reason to why you do things. Of course it’s upsetting but, that’s also life. Without sadness, we wouldn’t know joy.
Sound of applause! You are on the right path and show good self awareness. You got this!
Hey man, I know it’s been 3 years since you posted this comment, but how are you doing now? I’m also trying to quit my addictive habits, but after seeing this comment it makes me feel better that other people are out there that understand what I’m going through! I’d love to hear how you are doing right now, but I hope you are doing well!
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Sometimes you just have to convert a bad addiction like gambling, excessive social media, among others to something like hiking, walking, investing, or being a workaholic (this one is kind of a mix of good and bad).
For anyone struggling with addiction.. just take it one day at a time. You can do this 🖤
Thank you 😭
Addiction has, and still is ruining my life. Please if you find yourself starting down this road, please, please, please turn back now. Before you cant stop on your own. This is not a life for anyone.
I'm addicted to lots of things. My advice is to replace your negative addictions with positive one's. It seems to work for me. It's weird because all your friends will think your so eclectic and into so much. Little do they know all your doing in transferring the negative energy into productive things. I lapse back occasionally, but not as much as I used to. Good luck.
Good advice. I know I am always the first to get addicted to whatever. ADHD be blamed. This is why i don't drink, smoke, gamble... I have enough at my plate with my habit addictions already. Atm I fight with a developing "i-spend-money-at-a-mobile-game" addiction. Seeking help now before it gets bad.
Help im addicted to breathing its like I can't live without it..... :(
THIS. THIS NEEDS TO BE TOP COMMENT.
"DO NOT MY FRIENDS, GET ADDICTED TO WATAAH" -Immortan Joe
Why does this comment only have 46 likes?
Bruchhhhhhhhh
The mom lock so pschyo😊
I don't understand how someone can not be an addict. Life is a sick joke thats imposed upon us without our consent. We're forced to suffer and get older and get closer to death everyday while we watch the same thing happen to everyone around us. If we aren't suffering, then the default state is boredom which is a mild form of suffering. Anything that makes us happy gets old and quickly loses its luster.
So I guess everyone is first
first in our heart
@@Psych2go smoooth 😄
@@Psych2go Aww,, tysm!
Yes
@@Psych2go ❤️
Omg this whole channel's animation is so adorable >.
Thank you so much :) We are glad you like it
I thought I was the only person who felt this way! Lol so freaking cute!
As this addiction can be directed towards desire depending on one's personality, people have tendency towards enjoying different stuff :o
I've always wondered why I tend to get addicted/obsessed with certain things. It started when I was in middle school when I was obsessed with a fictional character, dancing, then food, then my phone, maladaptive daydreaming, then tarot, and even now a current crush. There's more things I've had addictions to, but I rather not list them since they're kind of embarrassing and I'm not even sure if they're addictions. At the moment it's kind of awkward writing this, since it's something that I never talk about. Thankfully I haven't gone to alcohol nor drugs. I just really wish I knew why I tend to be like this and how to solve it. Am only aware that my life hasn't been the very best, (not the very worst either though), for quite a while. Currently am turning towards certain addictions instead of trying to pass my classes this semester. Am taking medication and am still waiting for a call back from a therapist to see if my insurance is eligible. In the meantime, have been very depressed and anxious. Have tried to go outside and do other stuff to calm me down, but still struggle to do work unfortunately. As you can see from this long paragraph, it can be very overwhelming. Even tend to question if I'm exaggerating or not. Really hope these issues heal. Thankfully this video has helped me understand a bit more. I'll just try to be patient, and if you made it these far, thank you for caring. Sorry if I overwhelmed you. Hope you have a good day.
I took the time to read what you said. I really hope you’re doing okay
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@@kevinm.4410 Yeah, honestly forgot about this comment, but am glad your reply took me back to it. Things have gotten better. Did graduate high school and am entering my sophomore year in college soon. Still struggle honestly from time to time, but have gotten far. Already had a first job, and experienced a solo trip at just 19. I know that I shouldn't count my accomplishments to measure things, but this does show how I can overcome anything. Will be stubborn in trying again. Also my therapy journey has helped so much. Kind of exciting thinking about it honestly
This sounds like ADHD with a symptom of hyper focus. You become seemingly obsessed with whatever your interest at the moment is. These interests can last for as little as a couple weeks or up to years even. You may find yourself reading articles or watching TH-cam content related to your interest, and the people in your life may become tired of hearing you talk about it. I suffer from this also, see your doctor and see if they can help you. If you can manage a balanced life, you’ll be better off in the long run.
@@johncoleman7308 Thanks a lot for your comment. Mine was two years ago, but my therapist said that it's just part of my anxiety creating these symptoms that are similar to ADHD. NGL there's still a part of me that wonders, but guess it's just from my mental illnesses and experiences. Still have trouble accepting this (along with the possibility of this being a disability), but am working on it and definitely am better than how i was back then.
Sign 1: You watch anime until 3am on a school night.
I feel called out
Lol yeah
This is ✨me✨
Not gonna lie but this was me as a teenager (almost daily) lol.
I feel so exposed
I'm a living example of addictive personality.
Addiction has been in my family. And when it comes to me I've been "clean" for almost 4 years from my weird soda addiction 🙄 and I've been smoke free for almost 3 years. Now I'm a vape addict instead, with low strength nicotine e-juices (so much better than smoking FYI).
I also have a really unhealthy relationship to sugary things like chocolate and cookies..
I shall also add that I'm suffering with depression, anxiety, ADHD and OCD. I really hit the golden ticket in the lottery of life... 🙄😩
Omg that is so strange😳 i literally googled „signs of an addictive personality“ yesterday. Now I feel uneasy
Perhaps, this was a sign from the universe. How are you doing these days?
I have been trying to work out why I am the way I am and it all comes down to this having an addictive personality. I am very grateful I came across this video ❤
I'm not addicted to Amanda's voice, really. OK... so I listen to these videos over and over again... but I'm not addicted.
i'd say early but i can't compete with time travelers.
Well, you could still be the first to claim, "That's me!", here... lmfao
True. But you could become one if you pay Psi the right price so he'll let you use his time machine.
I absolutely love this channel 💖
Samee
*Yep, 5/6 points describe me lol. I love to gamble (lottery & casino) and although my drinking is not super frequent, when I do drink, I go hard. Other than that, I need a hobby to take up my time otherwise I feel a little worthless and bored. A goal is motivating and allows me to "get lost in it". Typing this to see if there's any others who feel the same way or at least close to it. I wouldn't consider myself addicted to any one vice, but rather addicted to the feeling of needing excitement or some sort of unique experience in order to feel whole. I also however have recently gotten into the art of self-discipline. Quit sugar, coffee, and fast food. Already feeling a lot better. I suppose the secret to enjoying life if you happen to have an addictive personality is to utilize this personality to eliminate bad habits. You can become addicted to being healthy and cutting out the unnecessary, which is what I believe will propel me immensely in the end of all things*
I think I'm becoming more addictive cause of high school stress (._.")
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Same I just hate School [Yeah My Bad]
Omg we have the same first name and last name initial lol
Psych2Go: sings you are an addictive person
Jeff with a bast amount of cocain: good that im not related with any of this points
It's a good thing I recognize my mistakes- oh wait I don't have any!
huh, I guess the fbi, wants to learn more about itself too
*signs
Ima show my mom this see I'm not addicted to games
ThE vIdEo Is LyInG tO yOu, YoU nEeD tO sToP pLaYiNg ViDeOgAmEs YoU aRe AdDiCtEd To ThEm
I'm addicted to TH-cam😅😅😅
I'm addicted to life. I can't live without it.
The video just explains that you have an addictive personality makes it easier to develop addictions not that you don’t have one. You probably are addicted but are in deep denial. I was like that for the last 4 years. Ive recently realized that I am addicted to my computer and video games and slow accepting that it’s actually a huge problem for me
@@danielyuan9862 good addition
Sign 1: You play Minecraft far too much
I feel personally attacked
uh oh
Is there such things as too much?
shh, nobody had to know....
Okay I guess I don’t need to watch the vid
Happy anniversary Cindy! I just wanted to say how grateful I am to you for being here! Thanks for all of your hard work!
Thanks for the kind words! She's still here to this day. How are you doing?
THE VOICE BEHIND IS INCREDIBLE
I definitely get a bit addicted, but I do practice a few techniques to maintain control. The biggest is taking the occasional week off of certain things. Sometimes they start without me realizing, but if I realize, I continue for the full week. Interesting thing I've noticed is that the first few days are difficult if I know I'm doing it, but gets easier as it goes on. I don't think I've gotten addicted to a harmful degree, but it is important to maintain some control.
@Keks Dose True. But better to be able to stop for a while than to not be able to at all. I also try to keep an eye on making sure it doesn't put anything important (such as the lives of the animals I help care for) at risk, including keeping track of my behavior with those who I'm close with. That is what feels more important for me, but I know that isn't universal. Fortunately, at least I think so, I'm not using any drugs (including alcohol) unless it's for medical reasons.
@Keks Dose True. Timing a break is also an aspect, especially if I don't want to. 2 weeks before an exam, no starting a new game and no gameing at all the week leading to an exam. Working on a big assignment, no streaming videos until after it is done and I'm happy with it. Feeling particularly ill, no starting a new game, book orseries, since being sick really takes away from the enjoyment.
Admittedly, aside from a vacation, there's nothing I can safely do about being a catholic. I've been addicted to cats most of my life. What do you mean "that's not what that means?" It's not my fault if you don't notice the homograph.
Adhd, boredom, anxiety and addiction. 😪🧠
The way his brain smiles.... That's me...
Thanks, this video was extremely needed.
Glad it was helpful! Did you resonate with it?
@@Psych2go I did! I love all of your videos!!! They help me connect with others and myself, thank you! 😊✨
I'm impulsive and I know I get addicted to things really easy such as a game. Once I enjoy it, I don't stop playing and play continuously until it gets boring and repetitive or until I finish all the levels of the game, then ultimately I delete it after like 3-4 days and have withdrawal symptoms whenever I see a TH-cam video or something related to it for the next 3-4 days and then it clears up. I don't open the plays store app as I feel some kind of fog in ky brain whenever I see games on the front page and it inhibits my thinking
For the same reason, My friends at University keep asking me to try cigarette and alcohol once but I always refuse it, because I know where I can end-up, I'm really impulsive about food as well..if I like a certain kind of food I order it in huge quantities and eat until I can't eat any more. Food Addiction is fine as I eat from outside only few times and also my this impulsiveness is limited to once in two weeks which is okay and doesn't really affect me much. But the alcohol and cigarette addiction could be life threatening to me so I don't even think about it, if I do..I go and over-eat
i've been dealing with that too. the best way is to delete the game, block all videos/channels that talks about the game.
I usually could quit for a few month/weeks, but then i'm back again.
it would be in the middle of the night 2am , i download the game, and play the whole night
i feel so ashamed, but im addicted to the adrenaline rush when i play
I love meat, And will become the PIRATE KING. Be my nakama join me!
How 1 week aho
I love meat too
you what
1 week ago??
Hope you have a space for me
There's also a difference between people who are coping with addiction and those who are not coping. Yes, people need supportive loved ones to help them get professional care, but if someone is not willing to try and cope.... Run!!
I am so so impulsive and I never know when to stop. I feel like I need a constant hit of simulation and that has definitely caused a lot of problems in my life
I'm impulsive too.
Don't ever use any addictive substance cuz from the way it sounds it would be a quick trip to hell by the way you look really pretty in your picture and I don't mean that in a creepy or weird way
@@kenrickbautista6141 yea it's something I'm working on!!
@@jennifersimonian2103 Yeaaaa, I have avoided all substances as a result because I know that could easily lead to trouble. Oh, not creepy, THANK YOU!!! I really hope you have a great rest of your day :)
OMG me too!!
I'm worried that I'm addicted to the internet and throwing my life away when I should be studying for an entrance exam that can make or break my career.😖😖
I knew I was addicted to anime, I just knew it.
I see myself as an addict with a knowledge of harm reduction. If I could be on drugs and alcohol all the time, I definitely would be. But I know that I can't, so I space it out. I can at least control that part.
I’ve always thought that an addictive personality is also someone who drops an addition (or bad habit) and picks up another one. In other words they always do everything in excess. Like my brother in law. Everyone in his family has some kind of addiction some worse then others. And my brother in law use to drink in excess and eat in excess then he gave that up and picked up smoking he gave that up and picked up gambling. Now he’s doing keto I hope that doesn’t become and addition.
I’m addicted to my crush :( and I can’t stop
I struggled with addiction, when i was bored i ate, i made a lot of mugcakes and ate a lot of candies and well my mom said she was gonna get all the ingredients to make mugcakes into the trashcan and i cried like 2 days.
It was horrible i didn’t knew what to do, I get really anxious when i want to do something but i cant.
The good thing is that now i dont want candies like I wanted and im doing other things.
My mom and grandma have highly addictive personalities, that's kinda how it started. I'm currently trying to break the addiction because it's becoming problematic. I did it before, I can do it again.
Im proudly addicted to multiple substances and behaviors because i feel good about it, everyone wants me to change but i don't really want.
I'm depressive and Suicdal, so best i can do is medicate myself.
take a minute to appreciate those animations and the efforts for the video 👏🏻
Thank you! Do you still prefer this animation style?
I'm bipolar, I've been dealing with a depression episode lately thinking I want to be alone and drink to death. I've never had alcohol but I know I would be a mess if I tried it, I really don't care much about it
How much water did you drink?
@@dfquartzidn6151 ???
@@itsmartina9458 What kind of drink do you like?
I feel like I've done it before and I can do it again. This is very helpful because when you know what to expect you are better prepared to handle it. 👍💛
Yes, knowing ahead can help you prep for the future. How are you doing now?
when you're so early this more likes than to views
I love when youtube is drunk
I just thought it was weird to be addicted to exercise, but then I realized that might be me. I tend to pace a lot outside, but now I do it a lot, even in cold weather. My yard is full of grassless muddy patches from being pacing back and forth. I will go outside whenever I feel twitchy or overexcited.
This is so cute I love the art style
Good job Cindy!
I agree with the thrill seeking behavior aspect of an addict....This video is good because it looks at a complex simplistically...❤️
Thanks for the feedback!
I'm addicted to these cute characters 😍😍😍
the thing I like about this channel is CUTE ANIMATION, GOOD ADVICE, REFERENCES, HILARIOUS STUFF and... Most importantly the narrator says *THANK YOU* literally every time for the love and support 👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you so much for the feedback 😀 We're glad you enjoyed this video!!
@@Psych2go welcome :)
I have a lot of general symptoms of an addictive personality. This is coming from someone with a father whose alcohol addiction was so bad that he now has permanent brain damage and has to stay in a nursing home even though he’s only in his 60s. It’s a part of why I avoid drinking too much because I know if I get too interested in it it could potentially be problematic. And it’s why I just never got into drugs or anything like that. But I do seem to have a hard time controlling how much fast food I eat. Luckily I could probably be a lot worse, but it can be so hard to control my diet. I have to force myself not to eat crap more than once a week. It may also tie in with why I seem to ignore risks and am generally an impulsive person. Pretty much my whole family all have addictive personalities so it would probably explain a lot.
Tomorrow I will be 18 weeks heroine/benzo and general illicit drug free. Its been hard but can be done. I suggest changing your mind set, easier said than done though 😌
"you are impulsive" me: un yeah a little
Also me watching the video when suddenly I get a new notification: *immediately goes to say notification*
1:56 I have never wanted to stop.
Me telling myself to stop:
Me >Killed> Me, Using weapon "Me" lvl 9,999,999,999,999,999,999,999
>Me is on a 92,928,929,625,757,626,128 killstreak
I love this chanel so much i learn more here than school
Thank you for this video
Thank you for watching!
I clicked so fast I didn't have time to read the title so I just understand the title by what she is saying. 🤣
Thanks!!I never knew/saw the signs!
These animations are so cute!! 😍
passion can turn into a problem with shopping, drinking, gambling or some other addiction.
Im soo happy ❤️u r doing a lot hard work and making videos for us everyday 😀😊🥰❤️i appreciate ur work🔥😍😍
yay! happy third anniversary to Cindy here!
It's been 3 minutes and everyone is already here oml-
Addicted to Haikyuu xD
XD
I'm addicted from watching your videos! So helpful, relaxing, and informative! UwU
Glad you like them! Which video is your favorite ?
All of em' (/≧▽≦)ﾉ*.✧
I used to be addicted to self harm
how are you doing now?
My father was an alcoholic. So I stay away from alcohol. Good thing I don’t like it. The problem is I love sugar!!! And I allow myself two Slurpees a week. OK sometimes three. Today is Slurpee day. Or maybe tomorrow. Can’t wait for my next Slurpee. Funny how there is a donut commercial after the video. Got a love a good donut too!! Hey Psych2Go, I love your channel!! 💕
I’m addicted to Social media amd I go to it after having panic attacks alwatd
I’m addicted to watch too long on my phone hours screen time on You Tube too. Same.
I'm worried that I'm addicted to the internet and throwing my life away when I should be studying for an entrance exam that can make or break my career.😖😖
I think I’m addicted to TH-cam and can’t really consistently do my assignments. I have one for 23:59 today and I haven’t even finished watching the instructional video yet because I’m a scaredy cat...I might just have to submit what I have...This has been going on for a while now especially since I took a college leave since last year’s offline college was a complete mess...
If the 12-step "questions" are anything to go by, addiction is differentiated from habit by what one gives up to serve the habit. Watching TH-cam instead of TV is not an addiction. Watching TH-cam instead of cuddling your S.O., cleaning the kitchen, or sleeping enough to not be a zombie in the A.M., is an addiction.
Wow. That says a lot! Thanks
Can you create another video about substance abuse, addiction symptoms and recovery please?
Talking about that slow creep where an addict needs more risk and intensity to compensate for a depreciating dopamine rush made me think about some things my dad told me. (He was a recovering addict and a rehab councilor, for context.) Prior to becoming a councilor, he quit drug use but tried to just drink less. When he kept getting drunk, he quit drinking only to become addicted to food. He then began to quit eating what he referred to as "trigger foods" until he soon became addicted to gaming. My mom once recalled a moment where he turned to her and said "I think I know my problem; I'm addicted to MORE."
My dad was an intense person and things were often dialed up to 10 with him. Addictions came naturally to him because it took so much to move him. Someone who's having a bad day might only need a chocolate or two to lighten their mood. Someone who's heart is on fire and who's mind is racing like a bullet train off the rails... it might take a little more. That's what happened to my dad. Nothing was ever enough and that hungry beast inside him just couldn't be sated.
Even smoking is very addictive.... believe me , my roommate was very addictive to it to the point where it became problematic
Yeah, smoking is bad too because it is bad for your health.
Dont smoke!
Lol where I live everybody smokes. (Except my mother, but she was pregnant most of my life,& kids under 12 year old). My family, my boyfriend, all of my friends... It's normal, I don't see it as a huge problem (just a light-medium problem I guess)
I know that it's not in America, because on TH-cam they are always like: WTF SMOKING THAT'S LIKE SOO BAD! DON'T DIE I LOVE YOU Which is really dramatic to me hahaha
But they do other unhealthy things, like super big fastfood menu's and taking the car everyday, when they just could cycle and be there in an hour lolll
your voice is so calming
Me: I am a recovering alcoholic with three years of sobriety
Also me: I need to watch this to be validated
Dang good job! I’m proud you’re trying to improve yourself and get better :)
congrats!
I'm proud of you 🤗🤗
Thakyou for providing this informations 😊😇
Oh shit!!!! I am an addictive personality 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️😢😢😢
Every single one of these signs is also strongly associated with ADHD... and people with ADHD have a much higher risk of developing addictions due to lower dopamine levels in the brain. So PSA to anyone reading this who relates to this video: Please get tested for ADHD if testings are accessible to you!! If you have ADHD, the easiest and most successful way to treat your addictive personality is to treat your ADHD.
I'm addicted to your animations.
I addicted to lo-fi music!
Thank you for the video :)
My pleasure! We hope this video helped you!
In terms of the topic, I feel like there are things I can and should learn from this.
Awesome video.
I love your videos 👉👈💕💕💕
Your Voice is So Sweet and Soothing 🥰
Is this why I become a regular at every coffee shop I visit on my way to work? WOW lol
I am struggling with an fantasizing daydreaming addiction ever sense my childhood and teen trauma it happens where I can’t control at first I loved it but now it just wanted to escape reality where I have no love life and no job and live with my mom I can’t help it but reality made me this way 😔
That’s interesting. Have things gotten better?
Lets face it addiction is tough on families and dangerous in general whether it be food or herion!!
Thank you!!
You're welcome! Did you find it insightful?
Yes! Very hehe...
May I ask to how avoid it ?
Or can you make a video about to avoid Addictive Personality
You should get on Spotify!
Is there also something like the Anti-Addictive personality? Like... you have someone in your family who had to deal with an addiction and now you a real aversion for the very thing they were addicted to (and I'm not talking about being afraid of also developing an addictive behavior in this or any other direction). Sorry if the question sounds weird but I'm curious if that is a thing...
Addiction is not the escape🙏🏾
Addicted to ow, today I refrained myself from reinstalling the game for the umpteenth time. Hopefully I can get through the next day, and the next...