I suffer with severe depression and anxiety and have done since I was a child. I am now 21. You’ve saved me. I’ve watched your videos for years and years. Every time I feel unable to cope, I watch one of your videos and it calms me right down. You are incredible. You’re so soothing healing to listen to. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you Douglas for not editing that part out at the end when you got emotional. It shows how invested you are in your work. As far as I know, there's no one else on TH-cam doing what you do. Man, I can really relate. There's no pain like psychological pain. You are extremely strong for going through depression and making it through multiple times like you have. Your videos have given me hope that I can make it too.
Douglas how are you?? I'm concerned. You don't know me but your videos have helped me immensely over the past couple of years. Thank you for everything you do. I hope you are well ❤ You have supported all of your viewers in hard times. Please reach out to US if you need help.
Thanks for your concern. I am surviving the pandemic and working on my new book on suicide prevention. If you know of anybody who would like to give me feedback on the manuscript, they can email me.
Me too Douglas. Your videos have helped me during the darkest times. I’m soon to be retired and feel there’s nothing for me since I’m childless and single and cannot seem to find a partner. The apps are not the best method since we’re just number. Friends seem to fall away too. I need to learn not to share innermost thoughts with people so they use against me. At this point, i don’t have reasons…just up until it’s time to retire i guess.
I'm coming to the end of my training as a counsellor. As a man who has been conditioned not to show emotions, I still sometimes struggle to show them and, when I do, I can feel ashamed. Your humility when showing your own shows me that I can do the same. I shall remember this when working with my clients. Thank you Douglas.
Sometimes I don't know how I will get out of depression but I try to gather all the hope I can to keep going, and for all of you who are struggling too I want you to know that I love you and you can overcome the pain you're facing
@@tarathe.creator At the end, I did get out of depression, and now I'm certain you all can too, depression too shall pass, as peace and contentment too shall arrive
All I have valued and cared for were taken away from me by others. 19 years of relationship, work I loved for the first time in my life, friends, love of my life, self respect, belief in my abilities.... I fought hard, but last 2-3 years is a never ending rolling down. Only my kids keeps me here. Nothing else. Everything I look at is meaningless, half translucent. It's hard to open my mouth to speak, to raise eyes to look at something. I don't look forward anything.
We have lots of animals; 2 goats, 3 sheep, 2 horses, 2 cats and one dog. When I went away for one week, one of the cats was really upset and screamed so that my partner was really concerned about the cat's health. The day I came back, the cat was healed. He just missed me so much. I love my animals so much.
I’m still trying to find my reason to stay alive. I’m in my late 20s, single. So much of my life has been a struggle, I feel it’s all been one huge depressive episode. I can find things that make me happy, but nothing gives me joy. When things get worse I’m so afraid I’m not going to be able to go on. The past couple months have been extremely tough with everything going on in the world. Thanks Doug for the videos.
So true what he said. I had such horrible time in my 20s ugghh. Things got so much better once I reached my 30s World is a beautiful place to experience
Your presence has made me survived.. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us and for being here.. You are a hero to me.. Thank you from all my heart
When you paused near the end of the video, I finished your sentence. Life has tested me severely many times. Going into my fifth year of treating Lyme, mold, thyroid/adrenal issues, and insomnia while living with my abusive ex husband and disabled son. I searched for help on TH-cam and you were there! Profound thanks! God bless you!
Every day, while I'm getting dressed, I listen to your videos so that I don't have to start my day feeling alone. You have helped me so much. You help me to keep my recovery first and foremost in my mind everyday and be aware of my thoughts and what my brain is doing, and help me to fight back. I'm still only living a half life; my kids don't have the mom that they deserve yet, and my husband is a saint for having to deal with a wife that can only make it out of bed 3 to 5 hours a day. But I haven't given; I keep listening to your videos, I keep getting out of bed, and I keep praying. And seeing your tears today tells me that you truly care about what you're doing here, and now I know that I'm not doing this alone. Thank you so much.
Thanks you for kind words. I've always said that people who suffer from depression are more courageous than the ordinary person, because it takes strength to fight on in spite of the pain. Have you read any of my books?
@@DouglasBloch I haven't yet, and I really, really hope to in the future. I have to say, it doesn't feel so courageous hiding here in my room most of the day, being afraid to leave my home. But I just keep trying to push myself.
Thank you Douglas. Although this is the first video of yours I've watched, I feel somewhat better. I've found that one of my reasons to keep living is because of my little brother. He is going to turn 7 in December. I want to see him grow, and help him. Even though we fight alot, I really love him. That's why. He would not want to grow up and remember his dead sibling, instead of having them there with him. I'm gonna turn 14 next month, and that seems like something I could look forward to. And that's all. :)
You're such a kind beacon, Douglas. Thank you for your presence on TH-cam. From my teen years until my early thirties I struggled with my identity and felt unworthly of life. Although I never tried to take my life, the thought honestly plagued me. Long story short, AlAnon and Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) helped me find self-worth as well as place my personal issues in manageable order. I am nearly sixty now! I hope everybody here comes to know how valuable they are.
Thank you Doug. I was getting so much better in April and into May and then things took a turn for the worst again. This crap is just not easy. I hope you know how valuable your videos are. You are changing lives. Thanks Doug.
Reading scripture is very helpful, it helps put things into perspective. As Jesus said 18 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. (John 15:18-19). So Jesus proves any dislike by the world is not personal its just because a person is behaving a way that the world doesn't like.
I want to keep living for my family, and also my sweet parents who gave me life and love and I want to honor them and complete the journey successfully
One breath as a time I do hope I can get through this episode. Am just exhausted I tried to go with it but some days I feel like I'm in a battle with me when I feel dispair frustrated suicidal I'm just tired doug Iv cryed that much am exhausted. Iv had shingles 12 times so far this year and I have M.E. I'd love to get back into my hobbies But at the moment all I can do is rest up. Thank you doug Peace love and light xxx
Peace and love to you. Keep reaching out. Keep being courageous. I have a chapter in my new book I would love to send you that I think will help. Send me an email and I will respond
Thank you Douglas for your videos. Last week I watched some of them and now I watch this and paused at 1:54 to write down these questions and trying to answer them. People who are reading - don't give up. I'm 44 and I've had struggle with my mental health since the age of 23.
The last minute of this video has played on repeat inside my head. Very powerful. It's been a painful week due to a sudden flare up of sciatica, a bad head/chest cold, and typical mental tumultuousness on top of all that... You are my rock, Douglas Bloch. 🙏
@@DouglasBloch Yes I heard from Robert. Thanks again for putting me in touch with him. I'm referring to the part when you say "All it takes to survive is to hold on not a day at a time, not an hour or a minute at a time but a breath at a time. If you can do that you will survive whatever you're going through." Plus seeing you get emotional from it makes it feel very relatable to us.
I love your raw emotion and tears you shared. It shows that we are all only human, and we need others to love, listen, and be there for us. You have so much great knowledge to share. This helps me and probably so many others. I want to see my grandchildren only because it is my son's choice that he wants children, and to be there for my pets and loved ones. This alone gives me a purpose to get up in the morning. We really don't realize most of the time how much our family and good friends really need us.
God Bless You Dr. Bloch! Personally I harbor a somewhat perverted sense of 'Pride' in not really having a good reason to stay alive!...Yet I do! Being alone in my 70s now, with no loved ones and only a few distant cousins that I don't contact that often because they have their own busy lives and families to care for, only the last two reasons you listed above; to experience the Future, and to enjoy the little things in life, would probably apply to me. Here's a reason I think few would ever had listed, thought I'm sure I'm not the only who uses the following reason to stay alive. About 8 years ago I suffered both a Pulmonary Embolism and a resulting heart attack on the same day. I think the only reason I survived this devastating medical crisis combo is that I was in a hospital parking lot, to visit my dying father in an end-of-life care ward there, and was assisted to Emergency by kind visitors who noticed my distress. To make a long story short, while I was recovering I thought, "Why did God keep me alive?" To my way of thinking, of ALL the people who was dying or close to death that same day, who deserved to live for all the reasons you listed, but unfortunately did die, why did HE keep me alive? The last person I truly loved, and cared for, for the last 18 years of his life, was dying (he passed while I was still in Intensive Care). I invested so much of my life in taking care of him that I really didn't know what to do with my life after he was gone. But, as I thought about it more, the only logic I could see from it was that "God'; Creative Source; All-That-Is, etc. MUST have had a reason for me to stay alive. So 'Alive' I will stay, just to see, day by day, what is happening to this World and my Fellow Man...and hoping for a "Happy End' for us all.
Just at the end when you got very emotional it showed your humility and humanity.I look foreward to seeing and listening to YOU again Douglas.Keep strong!
Thanks John. I was wondering if anybody was going to comment on that. By the way I love that Joni Mitchell painting from her album clouds. Or perhaps it’s a different album.
What if none of this applies? I drove away all family and friends, don't have pets, don't really look forward to anything. Even after a year of having a general upswing (work, school, working out, good diet, consistent sleep schedule, etc.), I've fallen back down to a pit of no hope. What's next? Why stay?
You are so inspirational, Douglas and are very easy to listen to. I purchased your "Healing from Depression" book. I'm already on chapter 10, the first weekend of receiving it. You truly are a God send to many people suffering and are loved and looked up to. Be very proud of yourself. I wish you continued success in all aspects of your life as you enrich so many other lives.
Thank you for your kind words. I’m glad the book is helpful. Unfortunate only sold about 200 copies a year. I hope that one day it is available to more people
I think this is your best video yet, it’s so true about just taking it a minute and breath at a time. Thank you Doug and I’m so grateful that you are alive. Reason #7- Doug needs to live to make people have hope!
Douglas this is one of my favorite videos. Thank you! And our of all the TH-cam channels I’ve seen, this one received the most positive feedback. If you were a restaurant or hotel you would be a 5 star!
Douglas thank you so much! Your videos are helping as I go through this 6th round of relapse. But you give me so much hope and inspiration!! I always try to tell myself like you always say ...... “this too shall pass!” Take care Douglas, see you on the next live chat!!
Thanks so much for your videos Doug! I’m a father, husband, and pastor who has chronic back problems which cause suicidal depression and incessant anxiety attacks. I’m currently on Lexapro which has helped tremendously with anxiety attacks and quite a bit with depression. I watch your videos from time to time and I really appreciate all you do to help people. Today was a rough day and your videos have helped me a lot! Thanks 🙏
Douglas the reason for you to stay alive is for all the wonderful assistance, advice and help you offer in guiding us who suffer. I send you much gratitude for all you do and for the help you have offered me.
Thankyou for this I’ve survived my tw suicidal episodes as well and I’m doing much better thanks to many things including what you do Thankyou so much 👏🏻💛
If you have survived a suicidal episode perhaps you might be interested in looking at my manuscript of my new book on suicide prevention. I write about tools and coping strategies and I'm looking for people who have been suicidal to give me feedback on whether or not the information is helpful. If you would like me to email you a few chapters please email me, douglasbloch@gmail.com
I just have no friend left Doug, I don't want to be alone anymore, being as alone as I am makes life not worth living Ether way I still appreciate your videos
Have you thought about reaching out to a therapist for joining support groups. Or maybe even joining a club or taking a class. These are ways that you can meet people. Having a counselor can be very helpful and supportive. I encourage you to reach out if you can
@@DouglasBloch I did martial arts which really was the spark to my life, something happened the last time I was at a new gym and I never felt comfortable, or right to go back there. Maybe I need to find a new gym, but I just took it as it was that part of my life ending because I never had the motivation or want to go to another gym, but yes I need some form of group. Thank you
I suggest you try another gym. You might have a different experience. Also if you go to the website of the national alliance on mental illness you might be able to find support groups in your area. nami.org you might also want to look at the website of the Depression bipolar support alliance
My best friend was Cannelle. She was a beautiful dog. She passed away last summer at the good old age of 13 years old. It took me weeks to get over her death and still when I think of her, I get emotional. She gave me unconditional love. A year before she passed away, I had rescued a little terrier mixed (a little male). He is now my companion. I also rescued a little black cat who had been abandoned by its mother. He too is my friend. He is the feral cat who meows at my window every morning because, he wants to come in. I am allergic to cats but I let him in. I prefer the company of animals to the company of humans. I have made my home a "human-free zone". It is going to stay that way.
Beautiful video, Douglas. You really add a unique and personal human touch to your mental health videos. Some great practical solutions in this video too! Keep on truckin’, and know that you are a loved man, Douglas Bloch! ❤️
Dude I love your channel! I love how honest and vulnerable you are! It’s actually comforting to know that a psychologist has felt these feelings too. Thanks for all your advice!
Oh sweet a list of 5 things I don't have nice. Staying alive a breath at a time is about right. Whenever I here someone say things will get better always makes me so angry. I've been told this for 30 years. Yeah for some things get better. Some of us are just broken into small pieces that there's no putting ourselves together again.
When I was suicidal, I could not think of any reasons to stay alive. However, there were some reasons that I did not want to die, such as the fear of death or not wanting to who people who would be left behind. Here is a link from my new website that lists reasons not to die instead of reasons to stay alive. Let me know if you can identify with any of them. I hope you can. www.overcomingsuicidalpain.com/home/reasons-to-stay-alive/reasons-not-to-make-an-attempt-2/
I never thought I'd be searching for this kind of video:'\ ....i dont know what is the purpose of life anymore ugh So young yet my life so hard (Thanks sir!)
Ok, with all due respect, those reasons to stay alive strike me more as excuses to keep going out of fear of death. Life, like anything else in it, is a cost-benefit endeavor. Do the benefits justify the cost? Sooner or later, if we're honest with ourselves, the answer becomes inevitably a hard no. In my 20s I had barely seen or experienced much of what life had to offer. So yes, life at that point was a promising situation packed full of still-to-be-fulfilled dreams. At 50 I have traveled the world, loved, been loved, gotten stoned, drunk, taken a selfie with the Monalisa, been to many concerts, been married, and done everything I ever wanted. There's nothing else left but the routine of being alive. Either through aging or lack of resources to fulfill our dreams many of us come to that one moment of clarity when it's obvious that we have outlived life's benefits.
Thank you Douglas! As both a new therapist, and one who struggles with depression and anxiety - this information is invaluable! So funny I was just talking about Viktor Frankl - and the girl who spoke of "those three" the tiny leafs she could see from her window. Thanks again - look forward to reading your work!💚
Living is difficult for people with mental health issues . I think that support it absolutely key here. The more resources you have around you, the better your chances, in fact the certain your chances are of surviving. Unfortunately, not everyone survives happily, but it is better than the carnage presented by the alternative. Good luck everyone.
life sentence for a crime I don't remember committing.. it's been decades and yet the feels do not change, it almost feels that this is a divine destiny to leave on my own regard.
When I was suicidally depressed, I was convinced that my life was over and that I had no more purpose for which to live. But it turned out my brain was not telling me the truth. After I got better, life improved in a way that I could not have imagined. What kind of things have you tried to feel better? Have you Benn able to talk to a counselor?
@@DouglasBloch I have not bothered with talking to counselor because it will never give me what I need. I rather just wait for it all to get to the point of no return and then I will set out for the get back. I have felt this way my whole life... I realised this world is cold and heartless and no one really truly ever cares, it's alway about the personal wellbeing before anything. what bothers me is people think they can act this way and expect to not get a return on their wrong doings and I am supposed to just keep taking it in strive..well I am at the point where I am going for the get back. there's point where someone just doesn't have anything else keeping them grounded, call me crazy but I'm not looking forward to more and more future let downs of the long arm of life. i've learned nothing works out for me like it does everyone else. I always get the short fuck of it and I am sick of it and yearn for the world to feel what I felt for this past 20 years. it's time to go for me and the world wont stop, people will still be awful to each other and if I stay I kno mylife just gets worse and worse, that is proven. all I know is sorrow and dark clouds that follow
Thank you so much for your advice. such very valuable. Sometimes, I feel that way but at the moment, my mind snapped back to the positive and good things. Like one side of my shoulders is a devil and the other side is angel/spirit ancestors.
It have always believed when we can not find anything to go on , when it is all just suffering , we get no breaks and there is nothing to look forward to....it is a time to go to light, leave space for otherson this Earth. I t costs so much energy and money to keep humans here who do not want to.....maybe one day a law and understanding will come fr those who suffer and society help to relieve their pain the most human possible way....(if there is something like it)...No..I am not in need of any suisicde hot line number just deeply reflecting on my feelings to the matter...J
I don’t have any reason to live I’m homeless jobless no children no family no friends no relationship no one cares about me and someone stole my dog there’s no reason for me to live. I’ve already attempted suicide 3xs and was unsuccessful I’ve been diagnosed with MDD anxiety which comes along with panic attacks I’m also Bipolar 2 and suicidal tendencies I’m a hopeless person
The problem for me is I can't figure out what the problem is and I don't know how to approach somebody about it yet I won't be able to figure out what the problem is without telling anybody
Thank you Doug *SUBSCRIBER HUGS* 🥰 I'm still here partly because of you as well. I enjoy your videos, your jokes/funnies at the beginning of your videos as well, sometimes you're the only one who can make me smile! I appreciate that you are here 🤗
I no longer have any pets, any friends or any family that I’m close to. Many people have hated me even though I’m an empathic nice person. Humanity is quite insane and I’ve been here for some reason that is no longer worth staying for so I wait for my soul group to take me home but why can’t I decide to make the decision myself rather than waiting like a fool?
Doug I agree with you.The small things in life which gives me joy while I am suffering from pain everyday caused to me by alienation from my children and grandchildren.
A lot of is depressed people don't have "people" we've isolated and lost connection this wanted to end it. Also anhedonia is hell and finding a purpose can seem impossible. If we could find a purpose and more important find real connection which is hard because depression robs you of that. Next if we could find something to look forward to is what we long for as well but profound hopelessness robs is of that . When none of the mess work and when you've been robbed of all of the above you just run out of life force. I wish this wasn't so true but it is. To add insult to injury we seem to go through a dark night of the soul and feel cut off from God so there goes spirituality. So tell me where does someone go who is completely screwed ?
Hello. My advice is, step one, to walk out your house and start walking, walk as much as you can everyday. When this becomes effortless and your health is ok then start jogging, but if not then walking is good enough. Step two, wake up in the morning and write a list of small manageable things you want to do that day, try and do as many as possible but if you do none of them because you cant be bothered then that's ok too, so dont attach your self esteem to the list, treat the list like a friend not an enemy. Step three , stop reading or watching anything to do with psychology or self help etc and get yourself a book to read in the form of a novel but stay clear of psychology or existential novels etc and find something light hearted full of laughter and adventure etc. I say to stay away from psychology because ignorance is bliss. Step four would be to try and find ways that suit you to socialise more, like throwing yourself off a cliff into a cookery course or something, or take guitar lessons. And if you struggle to look forward to things you've got to try and fake it until you make it. Hope this helps, start walking today!
Thank you. What you have listed here is more than ny therapist has done for me. It a really great outline that I think I can follow. Thank you so much for the very thoughtful reply.
I don't have loved ones. My constant persistent depressive disorder robs me of any pleasure, and I find no satisfaction from a purpose and could never find one. I'm not allowed to have a pet in this tiny one room council flat. I will never have any positive future experiences, and will never be able to afford or be well enough to to on holiday, or do something out of the ordinary. I get no pleasure from the little things, they are not enough when set against the pain and misery. My memories are not pleasant, and even the few nice ones I have hurt me to recall because I will never have them again. I have nothing to live for. Your video was very kind and compassionate. I don't wish to be rude. You will have helped thousands I have no doubt. For me, life was a mistake. All the best.
@@DouglasBloch bless you, yep i have had a relapse. Was doing so well, but many hard stressors the last four months, all came together. I cant tell you how much your video helped me. Truely. You are a God Send. Bless you, and hope you are well. Hugs x
Hey doug I had a question. How did you know you were out of a major depressive episode? Granted you have had a few by now. Did one morning you wake up feeling a little joy. Because this 6 month episode feels permanent. Was fine before this and now it feels like brain damage. But you got through it right?
One of my episodes came to an end when I woke up one morning and felt better. But even after that it took another four months to fully recover. The other Healings occurred gradually. I was keeping a 1-10 scale with 10 being the highest pain. My psychiatrist told me that if I could keep it at two or below for six weeks, then that would mean I was out of the episode. Your depression is not permanent. It only feels that way. You can and will recover
If in terrible distress, it wouldn't hurt to look up (or Google) a licensed neurologist (or call the hospital to ask where you can find one). The way that your brain communicate messages to itself (and chemical imbalances) can be better detected, and from what I have learned, can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and treatment for very specific faulty connections inside of the brain. A professional licensed neurologist could very well lead you in the right direction of what to do and where to go to after taking brain scans and deciding on a treatment. And just keep asking and asking them any small question every step of the way, so that you can find out how you can get from here to there, and where you want to be. 🙂
Megz8008 hmm interesting definitely makes sense. But other than antidepressants theres really not much else for treatments right? So what would be examples of a neurologist helping you?
@@DTvidsx20 I personally haven't been to a neurologist, but have thought about it from time to time. But there is a neurology center in my city (and I am sure to God that there would be one in every city, since neurologists are also used to give brain scans concerning other matters such as head trauma, and determining whether or not someone has a condition such as schizophrenia, autism, alzheimers, and many more dehabilitating conditions). Dr. Phil also sends many of his clients to a neurologist if he wants to get a more accurate idea of what is going on in someone's brain, to see why messages in the brain aren't being communicated properly with itself. But in any case, give your local hospital a phone call and ask and ask what you can do and where you can go. Don't hang up without a full answer, because sometimes receptionists aren't the best people to talk to. If the receptionist doesn't know then ask them, "Well can you please transfer me to someone who DOES know?!" The times we live in . . . I tell you!
I suffer with severe depression and anxiety and have done since I was a child. I am now 21. You’ve saved me. I’ve watched your videos for years and years. Every time I feel unable to cope, I watch one of your videos and it calms me right down. You are incredible. You’re so soothing healing to listen to. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
You are very welcome.
Thank you Douglas for not editing that part out at the end when you got emotional. It shows how invested you are in your work. As far as I know, there's no one else on TH-cam doing what you do. Man, I can really relate. There's no pain like psychological pain. You are extremely strong for going through depression and making it through multiple times like you have. Your videos have given me hope that I can make it too.
Thanks Rachael.
Douglas how are you?? I'm concerned. You don't know me but your videos have helped me immensely over the past couple of years. Thank you for everything you do. I hope you are well ❤ You have supported all of your viewers in hard times. Please reach out to US if you need help.
Thanks for your concern. I am surviving the pandemic and working on my new book on suicide prevention. If you know of anybody who would like to give me feedback on the manuscript, they can email me.
Amen 🙏
It's an adventure to heal from mental illness
Me too Douglas. Your videos have helped me during the darkest times. I’m soon to be retired and feel there’s nothing for me since I’m childless and single and cannot seem to find a partner. The apps are not the best method since we’re just number. Friends seem to fall away too. I need to learn not to share innermost thoughts with people so they use against me. At this point, i don’t have reasons…just up until it’s time to retire i guess.
every waking moment is a war but i realize i more resourceful about surviving so much hell to keep moving forward.
Imagine a place where it’s always night and you are holding on faith for a dawn that never comes
Perhaps the dawn is just around the corner. Are you reaching out for support?
Tats why we reach out positively😊
I'm coming to the end of my training as a counsellor. As a man who has been conditioned not to show emotions, I still sometimes struggle to show them and, when I do, I can feel ashamed. Your humility when showing your own shows me that I can do the same. I shall remember this when working with my clients. Thank you Douglas.
Tortoise Gamer I encourage and celebrate your success of awareness, best wishes in your chosen profession.
How are you doing 1 year later?
Sometimes I don't know how I will get out of depression but I try to gather all the hope I can to keep going, and for all of you who are struggling too I want you to know that I love you and you can overcome the pain you're facing
Thank you for your encouraging comment
Love you too ❤
@@tarathe.creator At the end, I did get out of depression, and now I'm certain you all can too, depression too shall pass, as peace and contentment too shall arrive
I don't want to leave my dog 😔 He is the only reason I am here... living hell
Can't leave him 🐾❤️
All I have valued and cared for were taken away from me by others. 19 years of relationship, work I loved for the first time in my life, friends, love of my life, self respect, belief in my abilities.... I fought hard, but last 2-3 years is a never ending rolling down.
Only my kids keeps me here. Nothing else. Everything I look at is meaningless, half translucent. It's hard to open my mouth to speak, to raise eyes to look at something. I don't look forward anything.
Yep. My family ghosted me because spouse is covert narcissist. Now just waiting until my mom dies. She is the onky reason I am still here.
When depressed everything is utter pointless even I know this too shall pass .
Me too.
We have lots of animals; 2 goats, 3 sheep, 2 horses, 2 cats and one dog. When I went away for one week, one of the cats was really upset and screamed so that my partner was really concerned about the cat's health. The day I came back, the cat was healed. He just missed me so much. I love my animals so much.
Lovely story
I’m still trying to find my reason to stay alive. I’m in my late 20s, single. So much of my life has been a struggle, I feel it’s all been one huge depressive episode. I can find things that make me happy, but nothing gives me joy. When things get worse I’m so afraid I’m not going to be able to go on. The past couple months have been extremely tough with everything going on in the world. Thanks Doug for the videos.
Hang in there. The 20s are tough decade. Things get better as you get older. Your best days are yet to come
So true what he said. I had such horrible time in my 20s ugghh. Things got so much better once I reached my 30s
World is a beautiful place to experience
Did you find one? Are you there?
I’m here right now because of this video. A year later and I just ran across of this video. Thank you
Thanks Claire. I received your email and sent you a reply. Let me know if you received it. Thanks.
I know one day I’ll be in an airport, moving to the city of my dreams and think « I’m glad I made it »
Your presence has made me survived.. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us and for being here.. You are a hero to me.. Thank you from all my heart
When you paused near the end of the video, I finished your sentence. Life has tested me severely many times. Going into my fifth year of treating Lyme, mold, thyroid/adrenal issues, and insomnia while living with my abusive ex husband and disabled son. I searched for help on TH-cam and you were there! Profound thanks! God bless you!
Thank you Laura what Sentence was it that you mentioned
@@DouglasBloch That you hang on minute to minute sometimes.
Quality is in the small things. Sitting in the garden , with a cup of tea, reading a book ,walking in nature, seing the trees and wildlife .
Yes
Every day, while I'm getting dressed, I listen to your videos so that I don't have to start my day feeling alone. You have helped me so much. You help me to keep my recovery first and foremost in my mind everyday and be aware of my thoughts and what my brain is doing, and help me to fight back. I'm still only living a half life; my kids don't have the mom that they deserve yet, and my husband is a saint for having to deal with a wife that can only make it out of bed 3 to 5 hours a day. But I haven't given; I keep listening to your videos, I keep getting out of bed, and I keep praying. And seeing your tears today tells me that you truly care about what you're doing here, and now I know that I'm not doing this alone. Thank you so much.
Thanks you for kind words. I've always said that people who suffer from depression are more courageous than the ordinary person, because it takes strength to fight on in spite of the pain. Have you read any of my books?
@@DouglasBloch I haven't yet, and I really, really hope to in the future. I have to say, it doesn't feel so courageous hiding here in my room most of the day, being afraid to leave my home. But I just keep trying to push myself.
@@jessicawassung8431 how r u feeling now?
How are you feeling, Jessica?
God Bless.
Thank you Douglas. Although this is the first video of yours I've watched, I feel somewhat better. I've found that one of my reasons to keep living is because of my little brother. He is going to turn 7 in December. I want to see him grow, and help him. Even though we fight alot, I really love him. That's why. He would not want to grow up and remember his dead sibling, instead of having them there with him. I'm gonna turn 14 next month, and that seems like something I could look forward to. And that's all. :)
You're such a kind beacon, Douglas. Thank you for your presence on TH-cam. From my teen years until my early thirties I struggled with my identity and felt unworthly of life. Although I never tried to take my life, the thought honestly plagued me. Long story short, AlAnon and Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) helped me find self-worth as well as place my personal issues in manageable order. I am nearly sixty now! I hope everybody here comes to know how valuable they are.
That's a beautiful testimony. Aren't 12 step groups wonderful?
Thank you Doug. I was getting so much better in April and into May and then things took a turn for the worst again. This crap is just not easy. I hope you know how valuable your videos are. You are changing lives. Thanks Doug.
I'm glad they have been helpful
Reading scripture is very helpful, it helps put things into perspective. As Jesus said 18 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. (John 15:18-19). So Jesus proves any dislike by the world is not personal its just because a person is behaving a way that the world doesn't like.
I want to keep living for my family, and also my sweet parents who gave me life and love and I want to honor them and complete the journey successfully
Beautiful ❤
🤝
One breath as a time
I do hope I can get through this episode.
Am just exhausted I tried to go with it but some days I feel like I'm in a battle with me when I feel dispair frustrated suicidal I'm just tired doug
Iv cryed that much am exhausted.
Iv had shingles 12 times so far this year and I have M.E.
I'd love to get back into my hobbies
But at the moment all I can do is rest up.
Thank you doug
Peace love and light xxx
Peace and love to you. Keep reaching out. Keep being courageous. I have a chapter in my new book I would love to send you that I think will help. Send me an email and I will respond
Thank you Douglas for your videos. Last week I watched some of them and now I watch this and paused at 1:54 to write down these questions and trying to answer them. People who are reading - don't give up. I'm 44 and I've had struggle with my mental health since the age of 23.
You're welcome. And I agree with your message. Don't give up five minutes before the miracle
The last minute of this video has played on repeat inside my head. Very powerful. It's been a painful week due to a sudden flare up of sciatica, a bad head/chest cold, and typical mental tumultuousness on top of all that...
You are my rock, Douglas Bloch. 🙏
I'm glad the vet last-minute was helpful. What did I say? Have you heard from Robert
@@DouglasBloch Yes I heard from Robert. Thanks again for putting me in touch with him. I'm referring to the part when you say "All it takes to survive is to hold on not a day at a time, not an hour or a minute at a time but a breath at a time. If you can do that you will survive whatever you're going through." Plus seeing you get emotional from it makes it feel very relatable to us.
yes doug life happens very very fast so be consistent about pursuing your dreams.
Why depression is worst in the morning or when you wake up and gets better and better as the day progress .
That is the way that depression cycles
@@DouglasBloch . Haha 😂. Claire weeks also said the same thing about anxiety 😂. I wish there is some alien technology to cure it. Haha
I love your raw emotion and tears you shared. It shows that we are all only human, and we need others to love, listen, and be there for us. You have so much great knowledge to share. This helps me and probably so many others. I want to see my grandchildren only because it is my son's choice that he wants children, and to be there for my pets and loved ones. This alone gives me a purpose to get up in the morning. We really don't realize most of the time how much our family and good friends really need us.
Memories bout goin to fine dining places or restaurants keeps me alive
I don't think I'd have made it through these last couple years minus Douglas videos. Thank you again Sir
I'm glad they helped.
God Bless You Dr. Bloch! Personally I harbor a somewhat perverted sense of 'Pride' in not really having a good reason to stay alive!...Yet I do! Being alone in my 70s now, with no loved ones and only a few distant cousins that I don't contact that often because they have their own busy lives and families to care for, only the last two reasons you listed above; to experience the Future, and to enjoy the little things in life, would probably apply to me. Here's a reason I think few would ever had listed, thought I'm sure I'm not the only who uses the following reason to stay alive. About 8 years ago I suffered both a Pulmonary Embolism and a resulting heart attack on the same day. I think the only reason I survived this devastating medical crisis combo is that I was in a hospital parking lot, to visit my dying father in an end-of-life care ward there, and was assisted to Emergency by kind visitors who noticed my distress. To make a long story short, while I was recovering I thought, "Why did God keep me alive?" To my way of thinking, of ALL the people who was dying or close to death that same day, who deserved to live for all the reasons you listed, but unfortunately did die, why did HE keep me alive? The last person I truly loved, and cared for, for the last 18 years of his life, was dying (he passed while I was still in Intensive Care). I invested so much of my life in taking care of him that I really didn't know what to do with my life after he was gone. But, as I thought about it more, the only logic I could see from it was that "God'; Creative Source; All-That-Is, etc. MUST have had a reason for me to stay alive. So 'Alive' I will stay, just to see, day by day, what is happening to this World and my Fellow Man...and hoping for a "Happy End' for us all.
Just at the end when you got very emotional it showed your humility and humanity.I look foreward to seeing and listening to YOU again Douglas.Keep strong!
Thanks John. I was wondering if anybody was going to comment on that. By the way I love that Joni Mitchell painting from her album clouds. Or perhaps it’s a different album.
@@DouglasBloch You are a wonderful man Douglas. Thank you for all you do. It upset me to see you upset. Thank you for being here.
@@richardccarrot I got so upset about it too. I'm sending you so much love, Douglas ❤ And to everyone reading this, I love you guys, we can do it.
Thank you Douglas! You have a very calming effect on me. Keep up your great work!
That is my intention. I'm working on a new book on suicide prevention called "when it hurts too much to live."
i will survived just to show my critics i CAN do it one day at a time
Thank you I need it to hear this
What if none of this applies? I drove away all family and friends, don't have pets, don't really look forward to anything. Even after a year of having a general upswing (work, school, working out, good diet, consistent sleep schedule, etc.), I've fallen back down to a pit of no hope. What's next? Why stay?
You are so inspirational, Douglas and are very easy to listen to. I purchased your "Healing from Depression" book. I'm already on chapter 10, the first weekend of receiving it. You truly are a God send to many people suffering and are loved and looked up to. Be very proud of yourself. I wish you continued success in all aspects of your life as you enrich so many other lives.
Thank you for your kind words. I’m glad the book is helpful. Unfortunate only sold about 200 copies a year. I hope that one day it is available to more people
another amazing way is to look at extraordinary videos and determination memories of your past tat can help u through so much hell
Bless you Douglas, I hope you're doing okay in these strange times
I think this is your best video yet, it’s so true about just taking it a minute and breath at a time. Thank you Doug and I’m so grateful that you are alive. Reason #7- Doug needs to live to make people have hope!
You are very welcome
Thanks Douglas! I've been suffering from Anxiety for 3 years. This video really helps.
Douglas this is one of my favorite videos. Thank you! And our of all the TH-cam channels I’ve seen, this one received the most positive feedback. If you were a restaurant or hotel you would be a 5 star!
Thanks for Your kind words
So many people have sad moments. I’m having a sad moment. Thank you for the good information. It’s important to remember.
Douglas thank you so much! Your videos are helping as I go through this 6th round of relapse. But you give me so much hope and inspiration!! I always try to tell myself like you always say ...... “this too shall pass!” Take care Douglas, see you on the next live chat!!
Thanks Douglas. Hope you are doing well 😊
Thank you Douglas, your channel saved my life. Thank you for being here ❤
You are so welcome
Awe bless you Douglas for not missing a day xxxx 💚
Thanks so much for your videos Doug! I’m a father, husband, and pastor who has chronic back problems which cause suicidal depression and incessant anxiety attacks. I’m currently on Lexapro which has helped tremendously with anxiety attacks and quite a bit with depression. I watch your videos from time to time and I really appreciate all you do to help people. Today was a rough day and your videos have helped me a lot! Thanks 🙏
You're more than welcome. What part of the world do you live in?
Douglas Bloch I’m originally from TN but I’ve lived in Kalamazoo, MI since 2013.
@@riverjaoHow are you feeling now?
I'll pray for you. God Bless.
Douglas the reason for you to stay alive is for all the wonderful assistance, advice and help you offer in guiding us who suffer. I send you much gratitude for all you do and for the help you have offered me.
I’m glad I can be of help
Thankyou for this I’ve survived my tw suicidal episodes as well and I’m doing much better thanks to many things including what you do Thankyou so much 👏🏻💛
If you have survived a suicidal episode perhaps you might be interested in looking at my manuscript of my new book on suicide prevention. I write about tools and coping strategies and I'm looking for people who have been suicidal to give me feedback on whether or not the information is helpful. If you would like me to email you a few chapters please email me, douglasbloch@gmail.com
Douglas Bloch yeah absolutely I’ll give you my email!
Are you going to email it to me or simply place it here
Douglas Bloch Hi! I believe my email went through if not I can send it through again!😊👍🏻
I just have no friend left Doug, I don't want to be alone anymore, being as alone as I am makes life not worth living
Ether way I still appreciate your videos
Have you thought about reaching out to a therapist for joining support groups. Or maybe even joining a club or taking a class. These are ways that you can meet people. Having a counselor can be very helpful and supportive. I encourage you to reach out if you can
@@DouglasBloch I did martial arts which really was the spark to my life, something happened the last time I was at a new gym and I never felt comfortable, or right to go back there. Maybe I need to find a new gym, but I just took it as it was that part of my life ending because I never had the motivation or want to go to another gym, but yes I need some form of group. Thank you
I suggest you try another gym. You might have a different experience. Also if you go to the website of the national alliance on mental illness you might be able to find support groups in your area. nami.org you might also want to look at the website of the Depression bipolar support alliance
My best friend was Cannelle. She was a beautiful dog. She passed away last summer at the good old age of 13 years old. It took me weeks to get over her death and still when I think of her, I get emotional. She gave me unconditional love. A year before she passed away, I had rescued a little terrier mixed (a little male). He is now my companion. I also rescued a little black cat who had been abandoned by its mother. He too is my friend. He is the feral cat who meows at my window every morning because, he wants to come in. I am allergic to cats but I let him in. I prefer the company of animals to the company of humans. I have made my home a "human-free zone". It is going to stay that way.
Like many others kind of you have discovered the healing power of pets
Beautiful video, Douglas. You really add a unique and personal human touch to your mental health videos. Some great practical solutions in this video too! Keep on truckin’, and know that you are a loved man, Douglas Bloch! ❤️
I’m really enjoying your videos! I feel more hopeful and inspired now. Thank You!
You are very welcome.
Oh Douglas......❤️❤️❤️ So well spoken, straight from the heart, that’s what makes you so special. Thank you.
Excellent video! I'm so glad you are here, you are invaluable!
Sending you hugs and love! 🤗😊
Yes, one breath at a time. It sounds like it may help me. Thank you, Douglas.
For me its definitely my dogs that keep me going.
Yes, that is very common for a pet to be a reason to stay alive
Dude I love your channel! I love how honest and vulnerable you are! It’s actually comforting to know that a psychologist has felt these feelings too. Thanks for all your advice!
Thank you so much!!
Oh sweet a list of 5 things I don't have nice. Staying alive a breath at a time is about right. Whenever I here someone say things will get better always makes me so angry. I've been told this for 30 years. Yeah for some things get better. Some of us are just broken into small pieces that there's no putting ourselves together again.
When I was suicidal, I could not think of any reasons to stay alive. However, there were some reasons that I did not want to die, such as the fear of death or not wanting to who people who would be left behind. Here is a link from my new website that lists reasons not to die instead of reasons to stay alive. Let me know if you can identify with any of them. I hope you can. www.overcomingsuicidalpain.com/home/reasons-to-stay-alive/reasons-not-to-make-an-attempt-2/
Thank you for the video, Douglas. I will try to go one breath at a time and focus on things to look forward to in the coming weeks. Stay well sir.
Thank you.
Thank you Douglas. Such an uplifting video. Great advice as always. I nearly cried when you cried too! You have come so far and I hope I get there too
Wow, thank you
I never thought I'd be searching for this kind of video:'\ ....i dont know what is the purpose of life anymore ugh
So young yet my life so hard
(Thanks sir!)
You are welcome
How are you today? I hope better. Sending hugs 😊
God bless you Doug. You're a beautiful soul!
Wow, thank you
Douglas. U r a brave soul.became little emotional.dont worry
biking around a nice neighborhood might help with nice trees and nature
Wow this is unbelievably comforting. Feel I’m in the room with you. What a blessing you are happy to have found your videos
I’m very glad my videos have been helpful to you
Douglas, you are a big inspiration! Your videos are super helpful. Life is worthy for people like you!
Thank you for your kind words
Ok, with all due respect, those reasons to stay alive strike me more as excuses to keep going out of fear of death. Life, like anything else in it, is a cost-benefit endeavor. Do the benefits justify the cost? Sooner or later, if we're honest with ourselves, the answer becomes inevitably a hard no. In my 20s I had barely seen or experienced much of what life had to offer. So yes, life at that point was a promising situation packed full of still-to-be-fulfilled dreams. At 50 I have traveled the world, loved, been loved, gotten stoned, drunk, taken a selfie with the Monalisa, been to many concerts, been married, and done everything I ever wanted. There's nothing else left but the routine of being alive. Either through aging or lack of resources to fulfill our dreams many of us come to that one moment of clarity when it's obvious that we have outlived life's benefits.
Maybe there are still some experiences awaiting you. Perhaps You can ask to be shown a purpose in life
i want to live for the library wealth of knowledge and wisdom there
Douglas, May you be happy. May you be well. May you be safe. May you be peaceful and at ease. A Blessing for you and all you do for others.
Thank you
This was helpful. Thank you for sharing this one and good luck for future ones.
Thank you Douglas! As both a new therapist, and one who struggles with depression and anxiety - this information is invaluable! So funny I was just talking about Viktor Frankl - and the girl who spoke of "those three" the tiny leafs she could see from her window. Thanks again - look forward to reading your work!💚
Who is the girl who spoke of those tiny leafs. Was she in Victor Frankl's book? Are you thinking of reading my book healing from depression?
cured my depression thank you
Thank you so much, Douglas
You're welcome.
Living is difficult for people with mental health issues . I think that support it absolutely key here. The more resources you have around you, the better your chances, in fact the certain your chances are of surviving. Unfortunately, not everyone survives happily, but it is better than the carnage presented by the alternative. Good luck everyone.
A smart way of answering tat question ask yourself where wat who do you see myself happily ever after.
And they say everything happens for a reason but sometimes I feel like I see no reason why some things are happening in my life.
Bless you and thank you Douglas. What a wonderful, perfect, practical video. So helpful, useful, meaningful, and true 💙☀️💙☀️
You are welcome. Did you get my email about sending in the chess problem?
It's like living dead and numb 😭 , feel like Utter pointless to live. Mental Epidemic and it's resistant.
Try to change your environment and it may drastically change you.
i love you. you have a purpose
We are gonna all be gone eventually so might aswell stick around as long as we can😂
Been there too. But life is better than the alternative. Have hope 🌞🙏🏻
me too
When one considers how much a funeral costs these days, it's a pretty good argument for hanging around.
(A little light entertainment).
life sentence for a crime I don't remember committing.. it's been decades and yet the feels do not change, it almost feels that this is a divine destiny to leave on my own regard.
When I was suicidally depressed, I was convinced that my life was over and that I had no more purpose for which to live. But it turned out my brain was not telling me the truth. After I got better, life improved in a way that I could not have imagined. What kind of things have you tried to feel better? Have you Benn able to talk to a counselor?
Here is a website I created on Overcoming Suicidal Pain I published. You might find something helpful on it. www.overcomingsuicidalpain.com
@@DouglasBloch I have not bothered with talking to counselor because it will never give me what I need. I rather just wait for it all to get to the point of no return and then I will set out for the get back. I have felt this way my whole life... I realised this world is cold and heartless and no one really truly ever cares, it's alway about the personal wellbeing before anything. what bothers me is people think they can act this way and expect to not get a return on their wrong doings and I am supposed to just keep taking it in strive..well I am at the point where I am going for the get back. there's point where someone just doesn't have anything else keeping them grounded, call me crazy but I'm not looking forward to more and more future let downs of the long arm of life. i've learned nothing works out for me like it does everyone else. I always get the short fuck of it and I am sick of it and yearn for the world to feel what I felt for this past 20 years. it's time to go for me and the world wont stop, people will still be awful to each other and if I stay I kno mylife just gets worse and worse, that is proven. all I know is sorrow and dark clouds that follow
Yeah I'm 18 and ive attempted suicide several times im trying to fight it though
I`m sorry for your pain Isaiah. I am going through a depression at the moment and the pain is so difficult. Please accept my love and best wishes
Fight Isaiah. Trust me, you're worth it
@@hogarthay same to you frank if I can fight it so can you I'm not perfect but we can get through it
Love and healing to all of you ❤
@@VanessaParedes thank you Vanessa😊
Thank you so much for your advice. such very valuable. Sometimes, I feel that way but at the moment, my mind snapped back to the positive and good things. Like one side of my shoulders is a devil and the other side is angel/spirit ancestors.
You can do it!
It have always believed when we can not find anything to go on , when it is all just suffering , we get no breaks and there is nothing to look forward to....it is a time to go to light, leave space for otherson this Earth. I t costs so much energy and money to keep humans here who do not want to.....maybe one day a law and understanding will come fr those who suffer and society help to relieve their pain the most human possible way....(if there is something like it)...No..I am not in need of any suisicde hot line number just deeply reflecting on my feelings to the matter...J
Without a reason people Will perish.Thanks Douglas
I don’t have any reason to live I’m homeless jobless no children no family no friends no relationship no one cares about me and someone stole my dog there’s no reason for me to live. I’ve already attempted suicide 3xs and was unsuccessful I’ve been diagnosed with MDD anxiety which comes along with panic attacks I’m also Bipolar 2 and suicidal tendencies I’m a hopeless person
I'm sorry to hear you are in so much suffering. Is there anybody you can talk to about your pain. In Portland there is free and low cost Counseling
Thank you for this video. I’m going through a very very hard time and I’m just trying to make
It. I will try this out.
Thank you, Doug! You are an amazing, wonderful human being.
The problem for me is I can't figure out what the problem is and I don't know how to approach somebody about it yet I won't be able to figure out what the problem is without telling anybody
Why not go to a therapist or psychiatrist and talk to them about what is bothering you?
Thank you Doug *SUBSCRIBER HUGS* 🥰 I'm still here partly because of you as well. I enjoy your videos, your jokes/funnies at the beginning of your videos as well, sometimes you're the only one who can make me smile! I appreciate that you are here 🤗
Thanks so much. Nice to here from you Chris.
I appreciate you so much Douglas. Thank you.
You are very welcome
I no longer have any pets, any friends or any family that I’m close to. Many people have hated me even though I’m an empathic nice person. Humanity is quite insane and I’ve been here for some reason that is no longer worth staying for so I wait for my soul group to take me home but why can’t I decide to make the decision myself rather than waiting like a fool?
I'm sorry that you're in pain and are feeling so isolated. Do you have a counselor or therapist to talk to you about your situation?
Doug I agree with you.The small things in life which gives me joy while I am suffering from pain everyday caused to me by alienation from my children and grandchildren.
Thanks for your feedback
A lot of is depressed people don't have "people" we've isolated and lost connection this wanted to end it. Also anhedonia is hell and finding a purpose can seem impossible. If we could find a purpose and more important find real connection which is hard because depression robs you of that. Next if we could find something to look forward to is what we long for as well but profound hopelessness robs is of that . When none of the mess work and when you've been robbed of all of the above you just run out of life force. I wish this wasn't so true but it is. To add insult to injury we seem to go through a dark night of the soul and feel cut off from God so there goes spirituality. So tell me where does someone go who is completely screwed ?
Hello. My advice is, step one, to walk out your house and start walking, walk as much as you can everyday. When this becomes effortless and your health is ok then start jogging, but if not then walking is good enough. Step two, wake up in the morning and write a list of small manageable things you want to do that day, try and do as many as possible but if you do none of them because you cant be bothered then that's ok too, so dont attach your self esteem to the list, treat the list like a friend not an enemy. Step three , stop reading or watching anything to do with psychology or self help etc and get yourself a book to read in the form of a novel but stay clear of psychology or existential novels etc and find something light hearted full of laughter and adventure etc. I say to stay away from psychology because ignorance is bliss. Step four would be to try and find ways that suit you to socialise more, like throwing yourself off a cliff into a cookery course or something, or take guitar lessons. And if you struggle to look forward to things you've got to try and fake it until you make it. Hope this helps, start walking today!
Thank you. What you have listed here is more than ny therapist has done for me. It a really great outline that I think I can follow. Thank you so much for the very thoughtful reply.
@@Grungefan2018 No problem friend. Good luck on your journey forward :)
Thank you for all the videos you, have made and still make
More to come!
I don't have loved ones. My constant persistent depressive disorder robs me of any pleasure, and I find no satisfaction from a purpose and could never find one. I'm not allowed to have a pet in this tiny one room council flat. I will never have any positive future experiences, and will never be able to afford or be well enough to to on holiday, or do something out of the ordinary. I get no pleasure from the little things, they are not enough when set against the pain and misery. My memories are not pleasant, and even the few nice ones I have hurt me to recall because I will never have them again. I have nothing to live for. Your video was very kind and compassionate. I don't wish to be rude. You will have helped thousands I have no doubt. For me, life was a mistake. All the best.
Thank you Douglas, I hope you are well. You have helped me today. God bless,
You’re welcome. Nice to hear from you again
@@DouglasBloch bless you, yep i have had a relapse. Was doing so well, but many hard stressors the last four months, all came together. I cant tell you how much your video helped me. Truely. You are a God Send. Bless you, and hope you are well. Hugs x
Hey doug I had a question. How did you know you were out of a major depressive episode? Granted you have had a few by now. Did one morning you wake up feeling a little joy. Because this 6 month episode feels permanent. Was fine before this and now it feels like brain damage. But you got through it right?
One of my episodes came to an end when I woke up one morning and felt better. But even after that it took another four months to fully recover. The other Healings occurred gradually. I was keeping a 1-10 scale with 10 being the highest pain. My psychiatrist told me that if I could keep it at two or below for six weeks, then that would mean I was out of the episode. Your depression is not permanent. It only feels that way. You can and will recover
If in terrible distress, it wouldn't hurt to look up (or Google) a licensed neurologist (or call the hospital to ask where you can find one). The way that your brain communicate messages to itself (and chemical imbalances) can be better detected, and from what I have learned, can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and treatment for very specific faulty connections inside of the brain. A professional licensed neurologist could very well lead you in the right direction of what to do and where to go to after taking brain scans and deciding on a treatment. And just keep asking and asking them any small question every step of the way, so that you can find out how you can get from here to there, and where you want to be. 🙂
Megz8008 hmm interesting definitely makes sense. But other than antidepressants theres really not much else for treatments right? So what would be examples of a neurologist helping you?
@@DTvidsx20 I personally haven't been to a neurologist, but have thought about it from time to time. But there is a neurology center in my city (and I am sure to God that there would be one in every city, since neurologists are also used to give brain scans concerning other matters such as head trauma, and determining whether or not someone has a condition such as schizophrenia, autism, alzheimers, and many more dehabilitating conditions). Dr. Phil also sends many of his clients to a neurologist if he wants to get a more accurate idea of what is going on in someone's brain, to see why messages in the brain aren't being communicated properly with itself. But in any case, give your local hospital a phone call and ask and ask what you can do and where you can go. Don't hang up without a full answer, because sometimes receptionists aren't the best people to talk to. If the receptionist doesn't know then ask them, "Well can you please transfer me to someone who DOES know?!" The times we live in . . . I tell you!