Timestamps: 0:23 - Disclaimers 1:09 - Get ready to use these skills 1:38 - #1 Get grounded in the present moment if you experience depersonalization or derealization 4:41 - #2 Make friends with your anxiety 6:31 - #3 Change your body’s chemistry 9:12 - #4 Stop fighting your thoughts 13:17 - #5 Opposite action 14:22 - #6 Use a coping skill 17:39 - #7 -Do something you love 18:53 - #8 Recharge 19:38 - #9 Remember your why 20:28 - #10 Get help 21:46 - Long term treatment
Thank you for all the assistance with helping me to sort my thoughts and anxiety out in a way that's healthy, and not harmful in a mental way. A lot of times, I berate myself mentally for being "afraid" or anxious about something, or to try or do something, but I need to remember what you said about...okay, so, what would someone without anxiety do?....and then give that a try. You know your stuff, and I appreciate the coping tools.
Thay happened to me, if it feels like your supposed to be doing something but don't know what it is 1st thing in the morning. That was just before I found my" gift". You will trip over your gift when the time is right and you owe it to the world to share that because that's why your here.
I feel the same, I even have the thoughts of ending this but we have to believe people got healed from this, so can we :) When you experience the attack, don't forget about us. Let's suffer together and let's get healed together
I believe that we all know whats eating us up. If you going to try to settle with what your told is life then you will have those uncomfortable feelings whenever you least expect it. The only answer is to change the things you can and embrace the things you can not
@@picalingo5244 Take action today to enjoy life.For more relief sit on a chair or on the ground and do the simple alternate nostril breathing meditation twice a day for 5-10 minutes for relief from anxiety as it reprogrames the mind. This is practiced all over the world. Watch the videos on Google search. Inhale-exhale slowly and feel the relaxed feeling flowing in your mind and body. . Negative thoughts will reduce. Make meditation a daily habit and enjoy life. Shyaaam Sir-Mentor-Counselor.
@@adamsparks3448 the way that I deal with it now is, I receive it as a guest, I acknowledge that it isn't who I am but rather look at it as it has arrived within me again ( the anxious guest) I analyze it while it is there, it's kind of like "hello darkness my old friend you've come to sit with me again" and I just let it run its course but I don't receive it within my whole being , if that makes sense. Separate yourself from it, pinpoint where the filling is located ,often times in your shoulders and in your back and focus on that for a little while but understand that it is not you and know that it will go away. It's a temporary visitor. Kind of like when your boss calls you into the office, it's uncomfortable but the moment will end.
The get grounded segment really hit home with me. Anxiety makes me feel like I’m not real. I’m so relieved to know I’m not the only one that feels like this
ok so anyone who is having an anxiety attack right now, know that the next time you see this comment it will be gone and I just went throught it, so it will pass and then you will have probably learned something about yourself
I also practice this trick when I have to do any task which makes me anxious but can you please tell me what to do when all of a sudden I have to do any task and I am anxious about it Please help me 😭
@@RandomGuy-py3el Look to get rid of anxiety-when you need to do something. I understand your fear . But look, start breathing deeply + still hold your breath as much as you can, then rub your hands on your earlobes and the palms of your hands. Still any physical exercises from squats or jumps . And then there's the life hack. Imagine that you are a fish and you are swimming with the current and-when you have a panic alarm . You feel like you're in a cage. But imagine that you have no panic and you are free - you need to learn to see more around you. Look at objects or people and divert your fear to something else
Anxiety makes me feel sick to my stomach, and part of my anxiety was over medical issues which doesn't help at all. I decided to try to review my CBT skills and this video really helped. Thank you.
Although I am a Russian person who lives in Russia, I often watch videos related to getting rid of fear and anxiety. And I always write them down in my notebook. And the most important fear is our thoughts . We are afraid of what is not there. Either we are afraid to do something that we don't know, or if we had a negative experience .. Personally, how I motivate myself. I take deep breaths up to 10 times and stupidly go and do not care even if the alarm. And then I write down my feelings in a notebook .. And then when I have to do something again - and I'm scared - I read what I felt . And somehow it becomes easier
@@leoninsley4947 well you can’t really get anxiety to go away. Everyone has anxiety but some have it worse. It does get better and some days, weeks, or months you will have little to no anxiety
@@mwihakianne9355 dw man it’s all in your head try take your mind of it or get some rescue remedy spray or gummies they are natural and work so well hope your doing good:)
Prayer has lowered my anxiety. It has also cleared my head so i can be honest with my doctors and therapists and get more specific treatments from them.
You are a lifesaver oh my god. I’ve been battling anxiety for about 4 weeks now. One day I just woke up and was panicking all day, and that lasted for about 2-3 weeks. Only time id get a break is when I was sleeping. But I’ve gotten better, at calming myself and understanding. Now I just occasionally feel weird, it really does help knowing you’re not gonna feel this way forever. The anxiety is gonna go away, it can come from stress building up too! I love you all, you’re gonna get through this :)
I have been suffering from anxiety disorder from the start of the pandemic and the thing that helps me the most is closing my eyes and focusing on my breath whilst telling my self that this will pass. Another thing during a severe panic attack is not reacting on it and staying still. I get the urge to move in a frantic way so while i dont act upon it, it makes it easier to deal. Another major thing is meditation. It helps. You will get through this and nothing bad will happen.
@@jennifervelasquez1943 There is a solution to every problem in life if we desire. Meditation heals anxiety as it reprogrames the mind. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google and do it for 5 to 10 minutes if possible twice a day. You can sit on a chair or on the ground and do it. Inhale-exhale slowly and feel the relaxation flowing through your mind and body. Negative thoughts will reduce. Do meditation with feeling and passion to enjoy life. Shyaaam Sir-Mentor-Counselor.
Me too, I have been diagnosed with anxiety idk which one but ya. I take medicine everyday plus that I have ADHD and take medicine for that to som like ya, life is hard :/. Before I got diagnosed with anxiety I had not sleeps a hole night in one and a half year it’s sick so ya ik how anxiety feels like :/.
I went to the hospital thinking there was something wrong with my heart and lungs, only to find out I have anxiety. This video helped me really think this through. Thank you!
That’s what I’m dealing with. Sometimes I’ll just be trying to eat and for a split second I’ll think about my heart rate and it just goes up and up and that will scare me then I feel like there is something wrong with my heart then it just gets worse.
The only thing that has worked for me and has gotten me to recovery is Acceptance and Commitment therapy. I have no control over what my body does, what thoughts come into my head, though I have control over what I choose to do. Over time, those peaks have lessened and lessened. I still have my moments, though I know that they will fade. Attempting to get rid of anxiety only makes it worse, because you are expecting for it to return again so you are on guard for when you may or may not have an anxious moment. Mindfulness isn't about getting rid of anxiety, it's about allowing it to be there and accepting what is, verses what was or might be. People get caught in a loop.
A good thing that helps me whenever I’m stressed and cannot think straight is try and remember what you ate for dinner three days ago. This tricks your brain think into retrieving information from the past distracting you from the present moment.
Hey man after I had covid I developed an anxiety disorder and now I feel so lost and after watching this I feel motivated in trying to recover I just wanted to thank you for this thank you so much man
Me too and now I have it again!! It's the quarantine that triggers mine. I'm constantly thinking I'm going to die! It's gotten worse since I lost my husband in2019.
I haven’t been able to sleep very well, I wake up feeling my head lightheaded and then my heart begins to race. I don’t even know why I’m getting a panic attack. Now I’m just afraid I’ll never feel normal again, cuz this stupid anxiety is ruining my life. I’m afraid of this anxiety, I don’t want to feel like this forever.
Hey! Don’t worry it really does get better! I’ll pray for you and hopefully you will feel better! If it makes you feel better your mind creates a lot of fears that most likely won’t happen in real life. This is something almost everyone goes through just look at how many famous and rich people get anxiety and depression! Or people in the military or others who have went through trauma! A lot of them manage to beat it! So you can too❤️
I’m so glad to know I’m not alone. It all of sudden triggered out if nowhere a month ago. I was at work, my mouth got super try even though i was drinking water, It wouldn’t go away. I went to the bathroom and saw my pupils were massive, ran to my boss, we took my heart rate and It was 130 and my body began to snake. Ever since, it’s like every little thing triggers It. I can’t fall asleep without feeling my heart racing, sometimes i feel like i can’t breathe and my chest is tight. I try to distract myself but It just doesn’t work. I try to talk to others, and they just say to ignore It... i sometimes will be walking and all of a sudden i feel like I’m off balanced, like I’m sinking into the floor and then my heart begins to race and i panic. I want to feel normal again so bad. But all i can do is cry
Sometimes I remind myself that anxiety is a body’s natural response to being excited! I lean into the excitement and remind myself “I’m so excited because this is an awesome experience”
For me the quickest relief is to do 4:8 breathing (in for four, out for 8). I do notice that anxiety can come with excitement as well as negative emotion.
This NEEDS to be a poster. I want this on my wall. Do a PDF to get the info out there to those needing it immediately, but also offer nice prints as merch.
@@drali The poster can be directly tied to the video by including a QR code for the video URL, and maybe even for each of the timestamps. The only problem comes when you eventually decide you MUST update the video...
Wearing a mask increased my already bad anxiety, as it felt like I'm gasping for air.... This kind of exposure therapy really is helping me....I tried using a mask while I was at home and made sure its not killing me and gradually it helped me ease the feeling when I had to go out side wearing one
I’ve been so anxious lately. My anxiety affects my eating habits and i feel a huge knot in my head and throat like their gonna burst if i breathe too hard. Sometimes it’s overwhelming to where i feel like I’m gonna go crazy. I’m definitely gonna try to work on these tips. I’m will to try anything
if you feel your anxiety is comin, just drink a lukewarm water, try to hold your breath for 8seconds then take a deep breath, and I go outside i keep myself busy with my plants and the view outside i look up in the sky and see things around me, that's my technique if my anxiety bothered me..
Hey Ali. Ive suffered from anxiety for years. I hope you know, how powerful it is for a clinical psychologist admitting openly, and share about his personal fight with anxiety. Hats of to you. I also hope you know how big it is, being treated by somone who really understand what youre going through, and not just from text books.. I always say the best midwifes have kids ;) I was once told to stop trying to "get rid" of my anxiety, rather I should take its hand and learn to lead it, not follow it.. Always gave me a powerful image. As for what has helped me.. I always find it helps to ocupy your thoughts.. Like with a game, play with your kids/nieces/nephews.. Always liked to have music close at hand, and a shower always helped me too.. Thanks for posting this. And keep up the good fight.
Malte Chr, Meditation is the permanent way to a relaxed and stress free life because it reprogrames the mind. Enter "Alternate nostril breathing meditation videos" on Google search and do the simple meditation for 10 to 15 minutes if possible twice a day. Also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation.Try to be still while doing this meditation. It can also be done sitting on a chair. Best wishes. Do meditation daily to enjoy a relaxed life. Best wishes--Shyaaam --Life Coach.
Thank you for this! You came to my school to teach about anxiety and it really helped. I especially enjoyed your relatability. You were funny, but also gave useful advice. I wasn’t able to talk to you but I just want to tell you that I appreciated your speech greatly ^^
There's more to you than just information about anxiety! Your voice and character in itself can bring me from an attack sometimes. Would love to see more videos on this topic! God bless you and your family my brother
Last week I ran my first 5k without stopping and all the time I could hear the voice in my head saying that I can do it. Forwago, thank you so much for everything!!
Mj Brooklyn, Meditation is the permanent way to a relaxed and stress free life because it reprogrames the mind. Enter "Alternate nostril breathing meditation videos" on Google search and do the simple meditation for 10 minutes if possible twice a day. Also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation.Try to be still while doing this meditation. It can also be done sitting on a chair. Best wishes. Do meditation daily to enjoy a relaxed life. Best wishes--Shyaaam --Life Coach.
Yea I think talking helps especially with a loving non judgemental person.❤️ Consider yourself lucky if you have someone who really cares. When the time comes you can't talk the anxiety is horrible
Yeah I feel like that is common, I have experienced that. Controlling my breathing is the most helpful to me (longer exhale, even holding my breath a bit at the end of the exhale). and breathing in a rhythm.
Thank you for the video. I struggle very bad with anxiety to the point I cant even go outside anymore or do anything on my own. Ive seen multiple doctors and nothing works so Im kinda alone for the ride. There were a few things you mentioned that helped me in the moment so I appreciate that thanks.
Trust me hun your not missing on much! Learn about yourself and find things your passionate about! God created us all equally. If it makes you feel better lots of Prophets who were chosen by God had anxiety/depression but they prayed to God for help! And help came running💛 and look at all the celebrities and rich people who are so unhappy still with all that money and fame bc it’s something we are all born with! It’s ok tell yourself that your truly not the only one! Hold it’s hand getting rid of it never works you gotta hold it’s hand!!!!💪🏼
@@Maxqaq Not really it seems some days are just bad and some are ok. What is helping me right now of all is that I somehow have cope with it and I just remind myself to keep breathing always from the stomache not the chest. This has been a life savior for my bad anxiety. I still struggle everyday from the moment I wake up to the moment I finally fall asleep.
I really need to try all of this. I'm always in a panic bc I'm always focused on my breathing and I feel like everytime I breathe I'll have a panic attack. I can hardly keep food down bc when I'm panicky I get sick :( I'm so tired of getting sick
Paused 11:50 took screenshot: what would you tell a friend that was struggling with his exact same situation? Wow this video is taking me a long time to get through because I am writing down notes and making mantras and I find this extremely helpful. You really know your stuff man.
I am blessed to find this video. As someone who gets panick attacks, the the cold water HELPED SO MUCH!!!!! When I feel my anxiety is creeping up, this strategy prevented me from having a panick attack and stopped dead and made me calm down as welll as other tips! THANK YOU!!!
My anxiety started with a bad high one time my heart started beating really fast and I couldn't control it or my breathing now every time my heart beats fast and I can't catch my breath I start to panic like I might die.
Playing this video on loop all night and just relaxing and following the instructions whenever I wake up with a night terror had been so helpful. Your voice is calming and the techniques help to ground me.
Thank you so much for these videos. You have absolutely no idea how helpful this was. I love how you actually give useful tips that are more explained than just saying “practice breathing.” So grateful! I’ve been having the same ocd intrusive thoughts that I will lose every job after being fired one time 5 years ago and I haven’t been able to get past it, fearing I’ll be homeless later in life, that no one wants to hire me, constant worry and it’s kept me from moving forward with becoming a Licened MFT, even though I know I would absolutely love that field. My imposter syndrome is so bad.
I will tell you my secret - how I will cope with anxiety. I started a diary and write there-appreciate it for the day. Plus, even if I'm afraid to do something, I reread what I wrote out - what I need to do or recommendations when there is an alarm. And how to get rid of it . And I do. Yes, first there is an alarm. But she's not always with you. It's just that we drive our brain into a negative state and this causes anxiety
Great suggestions, Dr. Mattu! I really like the idea of having a worry time because then I can feel like I'm addressing those concerns instead of trying to ignore them. Thanks! Live long and prosper. :)
These are a wide variety of techniques to use. I've used some before and yes it takes a while to figure out what works best for you. This also give me tips to use journalling in a different way. And I'm definitely going to put couple of techniques on trial and error soon. Such videos have been a source of self help for me, which have helped me reduce the intensity of my anxiety in specific situations.
Awesome to hear! Journaling can be a great tool but you also don’t need to do it forever. I dive in and out of journaling based on what’s going on in my head.
That’s awesome that you use journaling! Have you ever tried song writing for your mental health? As a board certified music therapist working in mental health, I find that for my folks who struggle with writing for long periods of time lyric writing a good format for them.
Alex Young, Meditation is the permanent way to a relaxed and stress free life because it reprogrames the mind. Enter "Alternate nostril breathing meditation videos" on Google search and do the simple meditation for 10 minutes if possible twice a day. Also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation on Google search. Don't move too much while doing this meditation. It can also be done sitting on a chair. Best wishes. Do meditation daily to enjoy a relaxed life. Best wishes--Shyaaam --Life Coach.
I am a licensed counselor in Pittsburgh Pa, who has specialized treating OCD for over 25 years.. Now with tele-health and having access to share a video and resources at my finger tips your videos specifically OCD are just life changing not just for me as someone trying to help someone in pain with OCD..but also to my patients and their love ones..Awesome job.!!!!!.fantastic videos..!!!! This is exactly where you were meant to be ..You are changing lives with your creativity and knowledge and you don't even know it!!! THANK YOU... MICHAEL CONNELLY
I just wanted to comment about this helped me calm down when having a sudden anxiety attack. My parents had a really bad fight and it took awhile for it to affect me, it was sudden but I tried to do the breathing technique I usually use. It wasn't doing anything, I was able to stay calm enough to think about finding more techniques. The 5-4-3-2-1 helped me the most. I'm so thankful for videos like this
I’m sorry your parents arguing, caused you anxiety. This happens in our household too. I’m a mom, and I know how it also effects my son, when his dad and I argue. I’m glad you’re seeking help. I’m seeking help too !
I had brain surgery in the back of my head, which tends to cause psychiatric issues. Throughout the day, especially when I'm not talking to or with someone, I'll suddenly get a gut sinking, deep anxiety that's triggered by nothing and can seem endless. When that happens, I like to take my shoes off. Lie down. Set a ten minute timer. Fold my hands on my stomach. Close my eyes. Then just. Wait out the ten minutes. I think of it as cleansing my mind and body of all stimuluses. When I get up after those ten minutes, I feel like my body has reset, and I can get moving again. This is my first psych lesson from Doctor Ali, and I feel the video is jam-packed with content he could have spread over ten videos instead of one. I feel that attention to detail rather than quantity really shows how deeply he wants to help the viewer. I look forward to watching more.
*The moment you relax in your chair and become more stressed because the beat of your heart is rocking you back and forth* --Actually kinda comfortable. But freaking me out. Just want to get through these next 4 weeks... and pass with an A or B... I'm so behind.
Thank you so much. I felt anxiety over giving away some toys and things from my house. I'm telling myself that I was BRAVE for letting go of these things. I remind myself of others who have lost EVERYTHING and I imagine others will enjoy those items...
I think ima have a heart attack randomly , I went to the emergency room and they told me it was anxiety . The soreness in my arm and chest scares me though
@@hannahkate2271 don’t know if this still happens to you but i had Chest pain which caused a severe (worst I’ve had) panic attack. Went to the doctors and got diagnosed with costochondritis. Nothing huge, needed Tylenol for 2 weeks and it got better. Just know it’s not a heart attack, i promise!!!
This video helped me to calm down from a severe anxiety attack, by writing all the information down, Thanks so much!! I appreciate this video so much right now
For me it has changed so much over the years, now I get sick, vomiting, diarrhea. The when there's nothing more that comes out, I'm just incredibly nauseous. It's been over 24h now but my stomach is still cramping and if I give into my anxiety I will start shaking and vomiting again... Right now i can feel the tingly feeling I get when it wants to creep up.... I wish I could stop it quicker.
Anxiety has been constant lately, I enjoy nothing, trying seems impossible, I just want it all to end,I’ll keep trying your techniques, I enjoy your demeanor
ur awesome this totally cooled me down from a panic I have anxiety and ptsd and it often interferes with just existing , this brought me back to ground level
I have horrid anxiety when going to the doctor. Doesn't matter how good they are and me knowing they are good doctors, or that I need one at the moment, my anxiety takes over. Going to the dentist tomorrow. I can't sleep, eat etc. I hope, really hope this videos helps :(
I’ve been having anxious feelings throughout my body for almost a week since my last panic attack. I am very physically active, eat healthy and so on . This is all new to me and it’s scaring me honestly to the point I feel sick. I need help and I’m scared
AMAZING video! 👍I’m going through it, with anxiety so bad right now and this video was beyond helpful! I am so grateful for you taking the time to be so detailed, organized and specific with everything in this video. Thank you
Thank you so much, Dr. Have lived with anxiety for so many years. Have tried most of what you advise and I will keep trying. Your videos are wonderful, so many of them have made life better. Thanks again.
@@tsurek Take some action today to be happy in life. Sit on a chair or on the ground and do the simple alternate nostril breathing meditation twice a day for 5-10 minutes for relief from anxiety as it reprogrames the mind. It is practiced all over the world. Watch the videos on Google search. Inhale-exhale slowly and feel the relaxed feeling. Negative thoughts will reduce. Make meditation a daily habit and enjoy life. Shyaaam Sir-Mentor.
@@tsurek I found out what it was! We're all forced to be like the other humans like school work car house.... show people on fb, and looks for acceptance , please stop that. We get lost in the made up grind and want to coast free of worry. Well to be honest I realized that grind is holding us all back like a pacifier. The truth is that we all have something to offer this world and when you find out what it is then you will be free. Don't work for a boss, if you do, forget it. You have a fuel inside you and don't know what its for. That is a special fire and fuel you have for your "nitch" This is the best advice you will ever get. It changed my life but started with the book called "the secret" to help me make drastic changes
Sometimes I get anxious without reason. I just feel like there is a major problem. But I think I actually am able to think myself out of this anxiety. I will just stop and really think WHAT is happening or has happened around me that might get me in trouble me in trouble. I will go through what I did in the day, in the week, think about work or my relationships, and I will really think hard about everything around me to see what is wrong. If I can’t think of anything, then I just tell myself everything is alright. I start doing something like the “grounding” technique he mentions. I breathe deeply, listen to my surroundings, and just comfort myself by repeating to myself that everything is allright. I’m fine, I’m safe, everything is fine. And this usually does it. I really calm down. Now, if I get anxious because a real problem is happening. Maybe I didn’t think about it at the time, but it just now popped up in my mind: then I can 1) try to see if there is anyway I can solve it right now. 2) If I can’t, I write it down and make a plan on what to do first thing in the morning. 3) Remind myself that tomorrow morning I will probably not even think it is as a big deal as I think it is right now (as it usually happens to me) and I will either solve it or discuss it with someone to help me solve it. Sometimes this helps me calm down enough that at least I can go to sleep (because this also usually happens at night), and sometimes, I won’t be able to get over it and just accept I will sleep badly but take comfort that tomorrow it will be better.
Thank you so much for this video! As someone whom never experienced severe anxiety before - the techniques here are really helpful and logical (coming from a psych major myself) - I developed pretty severe anxiety by dealing with daily chest and back pains for the last six months or so - been checked by doctors several times and everything with my heart comes back fine - no physical issues - what they do tell me is that I have an msk issue related to stress and anxiety - they advised therapy and anti-stress drugs moving forward - I am also going to see a physio and chiropractor next week to see what is going on physically here - but it's scary - I get the anxiety attacks basically anywhere and they can last from 10 minutes to up to 2 hours - always thinking I'm going to keel over and die - just terrible thoughts really when the science is telling me otherwise - but the brain can be our best friend and also worst enemy with anxiety - now I know! I will definitely try some of these techniques for sure to get me feeling like a normal human again :)
same here im feeling like i have a heart problem or something because i have a trouble in breathing sometimes feel like dying from heart attack until the doctor checked me and said it's only stress anxiety.
Same here! Had Covid 3 months ago and I was never super sick, but the stress and anxiety made me feel horrible. 3 months later I am still freaking out any little pain anywhere!
God Bless. You are strong. Your are valuable. You count. You are loved. You are unique. The world loves you. You are beautiful. You are smart. You are healthy. You are kind and loving. You can do it. You have peace at your fingertips. You are serenity. You are Happy. ❤🙏
This video is a great reminder. I know a lot of these techniques already, but in the moment when I experience anxiety, I usually forget them/forget to do them.
my anxiety has gotten so bad i’ve gone to the hospital twice this week. i lost 2 close loved ones in the same week just this month.. could this be the reason my anxiety is getting so bad?
For me the best to way to ground myself with dpdr is to remember what my life till now is. Remembering and going through emotional memories grounds me better than any excercise. Once I start remembering and feeling I start feeling my feet, my back, everything
I don't usually find anxiety help videos actually helpful but there were lots of tips in this video that I have never heard about before and seem like good ideas. Thanks for this video! I feel like next time I have an anxiety attack I can deal with it better.
I recently got anxiety about a month ago, and I have never dealt with it before and I’m struggling because I hate not feeling like myself, I think my root was because of I locked up one time trying to dealing something I was eating and it scared me. But I thought it was acid reflux or something so I got endoscopy and everything was fine. And I still get anxious a lot because I keep thinking about how I don’t feel like my self and how bad I want too and that just makes it worse.
Thank God for life Hi am sorry for the introduction in your comment but I find you attractive and interesting I don't know if I could be your friend so we can get to know each other more and thank you
Decades ago a very nice psychologist I was seeing gave me a worry stone. I've carried one in my pocket since. I've also gifted others with one. They seem to be extremely helpful!
i have very bad anxiety, i will start crying when i think of something horrible that happened in the past so long ago. i really need somebody to talk to instead of holding it in, especially when i feel lonely. only my mom and my older sister get what im going through right now. i just really need comfort😭
Hey! I just saw you talk at my school, and you were great! I had a question, but I was 1. Too nervous to get up and 2. We barely had any time. So, my question is: how can I deal with self harm? I’ve been clean for over a year and a half, but I’ve been falling deeper into a pit, and it feels inescapable. It also doesn’t help with the stress of school and social life. I know this is off the main point of the video, but I wasn’t able to get my question out earlier today. Thanks!
I have had this situation for years. Ever since when I was a young child, I experienced separation anxiety or just anxiety in general. I always would feel sick to my stomach or I cry (because that’s what little kids do if they get scared) When I got a phone, things calmed down dramatically because I was aware that I can call my parents anytime I felt unsafe. Everything was fine for a while until I hit middle school. That’s when I had social anxiety. It got worse over the years, and right now I’m a freshman . I’m not doing very well with anxiety but hopefully I’ll make through it soon. Thanks for the coping methods, it helped me a lot 😊 Edit: Just fixing some spelling mistakes
Hi I understand what you are going through in the last two years I have suffered from anxiety and terrible separation anxiety I in a state when people leave me I hope this helps you understand that you are not alone it's not a nice place to be in hope you are feeling better soon 🙏
@@junegoodings3973 Be careful what you feed your mind. To feel better reduce negative thoughts and overthinking. Avoid comparing, reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. It is very simple. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed, avoid moving too much and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Observe your breath sensations before sleep, in college, at work, taking a walk, when reading, -------anytime-anywhere. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.
@@shyaaammeneen63 thank you for your reply it is very helpful.hopefully I can start to stop feeding my mind on all the negative things and practice breathing properly thank you 🙏
@@junegoodings3973 Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Since many years I have made it a habit to observe my breath sensations even during my normal activities and I am feeling relaxed and healthy. Anywhere-anytime it can be done. The best part is nobody comes to know that you are doing the breath observing practice as there is no deep breathing or sound. Reduce watching negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Read my msg and do the practice regularly. Best wishes. Sr. Counsellor.
Timestamps:
0:23 - Disclaimers
1:09 - Get ready to use these skills
1:38 - #1 Get grounded in the present moment if you experience depersonalization or derealization
4:41 - #2 Make friends with your anxiety
6:31 - #3 Change your body’s chemistry
9:12 - #4 Stop fighting your thoughts
13:17 - #5 Opposite action
14:22 - #6 Use a coping skill
17:39 - #7 -Do something you love
18:53 - #8 Recharge
19:38 - #9 Remember your why
20:28 - #10 Get help
21:46 - Long term treatment
Bro I derealization I need help on how to get through this
Your the best
You described everything im going through
Thank you for all the assistance with helping me to sort my thoughts and anxiety out in a way that's healthy, and not harmful in a mental way. A lot of times, I berate myself mentally for being "afraid" or anxious about something, or to try or do something, but I need to remember what you said about...okay, so, what would someone without anxiety do?....and then give that a try. You know your stuff, and I appreciate the coping tools.
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I don't want to live with this, i had a life with out anxiety, I want it back.
Thay happened to me, if it feels like your supposed to be doing something but don't know what it is 1st thing in the morning. That was just before I found my" gift". You will trip over your gift when the time is right and you owe it to the world to share that because that's why your here.
Just hang in there, it gets better :)
I feel the same, I even have the thoughts of ending this but we have to believe people got healed from this, so can we :)
When you experience the attack, don't forget about us. Let's suffer together and let's get healed together
I believe that we all know whats eating us up. If you going to try to settle with what your told is life then you will have those uncomfortable feelings whenever you least expect it.
The only answer is to change the things you can and embrace the things you can not
@@picalingo5244 Take action today to enjoy life.For more relief sit on a chair or on the ground and do the simple alternate nostril breathing meditation twice a day for 5-10 minutes for relief from anxiety as it reprogrames the mind. This is practiced all over the world. Watch the videos on Google search. Inhale-exhale slowly and feel the relaxed feeling flowing in your mind and body. . Negative thoughts will reduce. Make meditation a daily habit and enjoy life. Shyaaam Sir-Mentor-Counselor.
We are not alone We will together fight anxiety together 🙏🏼
YES
Yes
YES
yes and we will win one day ✌️✌️
Ryt
Anxiety is physically crippling , it's like an itch on your heart that is severe that you can't scratch
Exactlyyyyy
Been dealing with it for 5 days straight and it’s the first time dealing with it
@@adamsparks3448 the way that I deal with it now is, I receive it as a guest, I acknowledge that it isn't who I am but rather look at it as it has arrived within me again ( the anxious guest) I analyze it while it is there, it's kind of like "hello darkness my old friend you've come to sit with me again" and I just let it run its course but I don't receive it within my whole being , if that makes sense. Separate yourself from it, pinpoint where the filling is located ,often times in your shoulders and in your back and focus on that for a little while but understand that it is not you and know that it will go away. It's a temporary visitor. Kind of like when your boss calls you into the office, it's uncomfortable but the moment will end.
Me too😭😭😭😭😭😭 and I couldn't sleep I can't breathe .. panic attack
more like a knife in your heart
The get grounded segment really hit home with me. Anxiety makes me feel like I’m not real. I’m so relieved to know I’m not the only one that feels like this
It’s one of the worst feelings aside from the fight/flight sensation
This makes me feel so much better that I’m not the only one, it makes me feel like I’m not actually here or not real
@@jessicacoley1812 Right or that awful panic fog that's hard to come down from
Amen
same dude :)
Sometimes I get anxious for no reason no reason at all.
Every Day!
i have general ideas why i’m anxious. but when i am anxious, it’s just a physical feeling that cripples everything i do
I get so anxious I’ll feel the anxiety in my hands and feet, they’ll start tingling and feeling like they’re not even a part of my body anymore
ME TOO! Rotten isn't it?
Do you ever feel fear for no reason or that you are going to die?
I almost lost it. But it past after a hour . And I feel at peace. It will pass. Take control. Be patient. Your not the only one
I feel like i'm the only one!
Thanks bro
I needed that!!!
i love whoever is reading this
❤️❤️❤️
Love you back!
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UwU 💖❤️💖😌🥰
What helps me is reading the comments, and knowing that I am not alone🙏🏿
+1
Same it helped me knowing that my feeling isn't just mine
ok so anyone who is having an anxiety attack right now, know that the next time you see this comment it will be gone and I just went throught it, so it will pass and then you will have probably learned something about yourself
Put a like and there will be no alarm
I also practice this trick when I have to do any task which makes me anxious but can you please tell me what to do when all of a sudden I have to do any task and I am anxious about it
Please help me 😭
@@RandomGuy-py3el Look to get rid of anxiety-when you need to do something. I understand your fear . But look, start breathing deeply + still hold your breath as much as you can, then rub your hands on your earlobes and the palms of your hands. Still any physical exercises from squats or jumps . And then there's the life hack. Imagine that you are a fish and you are swimming with the current and-when you have a panic alarm . You feel like you're in a cage. But imagine that you have no panic and you are free - you need to learn to see more around you. Look at objects or people and divert your fear to something else
Thank you
Exactly but im not sure if im having a heart attack!
I feel chest pain
Anxiety makes me feel sick to my stomach, and part of my anxiety was over medical issues which doesn't help at all. I decided to try to review my CBT skills and this video really helped. Thank you.
Although I am a Russian person who lives in Russia, I often watch videos related to getting rid of fear and anxiety. And I always write them down in my notebook. And the most important fear is our thoughts . We are afraid of what is not there. Either we are afraid to do something that we don't know, or if we had a negative experience .. Personally, how I motivate myself. I take deep breaths up to 10 times and stupidly go and do not care even if the alarm. And then I write down my feelings in a notebook .. And then when I have to do something again - and I'm scared - I read what I felt . And somehow it becomes easier
Same here I have health anxiety
Same! It might cause me stomach pains or nausea. I’m sure it will go away eventually though. It does for most people.
Has it gone away?
@@leoninsley4947 well you can’t really get anxiety to go away. Everyone has anxiety but some have it worse. It does get better and some days, weeks, or months you will have little to no anxiety
My anxiety makes me feel like my throat will close or is closing makes me feel like I’ll stop breathing
I'm feeling this right now!it's so bad😫
@@mwihakianne9355 dw man it’s all in your head try take your mind of it or get some rescue remedy spray or gummies they are natural and work so well hope your doing good:)
@@wolfs4242 are u better lol I'm going through dpdr right now and it sucks
Yea same had this for a long time I guess my anxiety is severe
i always have a bottle of water when i go out because of this
Prayer has lowered my anxiety. It has also cleared my head so i can be honest with my doctors and therapists and get more specific treatments from them.
You are a lifesaver oh my god. I’ve been battling anxiety for about 4 weeks now. One day I just woke up and was panicking all day, and that lasted for about 2-3 weeks. Only time id get a break is when I was sleeping. But I’ve gotten better, at calming myself and understanding. Now I just occasionally feel weird, it really does help knowing you’re not gonna feel this way forever. The anxiety is gonna go away, it can come from stress building up too! I love you all, you’re gonna get through this :)
Thank you for the hope!
I have been same
I feel the same.started weeks ago
Same 😞😢
I have been suffering from anxiety disorder from the start of the pandemic and the thing that helps me the most is closing my eyes and focusing on my breath whilst telling my self that this will pass. Another thing during a severe panic attack is not reacting on it and staying still. I get the urge to move in a frantic way so while i dont act upon it, it makes it easier to deal. Another major thing is meditation. It helps. You will get through this and nothing bad will happen.
I really got bad when my father had bypass surgery. Never been the same since
Always remember anxiety does pass. It is only temporary. It will pass I promise ❤❤
🥰hope
Urs msg gave me some hope
Maybe its temporary🥺❤
I’m on day 4/night 3 of anxiety and very little sleep. Hoping it will ease off soon! 🙏
Everyday I feel anxious about something bad happening, thank you for this
I feel the same
Same here!
Same
@@jennifervelasquez1943 There is a solution to every problem in life if we desire. Meditation heals anxiety as it reprogrames the mind. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google and do it for 5 to 10 minutes if possible twice a day. You can sit on a chair or on the ground and do it. Inhale-exhale slowly and feel the relaxation flowing through your mind and body. Negative thoughts will reduce. Do meditation with feeling and passion to enjoy life. Shyaaam Sir-Mentor-Counselor.
Me too, I have been diagnosed with anxiety idk which one but ya. I take medicine everyday plus that I have ADHD and take medicine for that to som like ya, life is hard :/.
Before I got diagnosed with anxiety I had not sleeps a hole night in one and a half year it’s sick so ya ik how anxiety feels like :/.
Just hearing you speak helped me cope. I felt like I was in a therapy session. Thank you for this!
Happy to hear it helped!
@Rebecca Rangel same here
Same here
Me too!
I went to the hospital thinking there was something wrong with my heart and lungs, only to find out I have anxiety. This video helped me really think this through. Thank you!
That’s what I’m dealing with. Sometimes I’ll just be trying to eat and for a split second I’ll think about my heart rate and it just goes up and up and that will scare me then I feel like there is something wrong with my heart then it just gets worse.
I feel breathlessness daily...
@@anishshahi8216 Are you okay now?
I had panic attack too
Oh my God we're the same . I've done alot of laboratories as well and only to find out i have severe anxiety
Hey all i m suffering from same i feel like i will die suddenly my heart gets fast i m chanting mantra it relief little but i want solution for this
The only thing that has worked for me and has gotten me to recovery is Acceptance and Commitment therapy. I have no control over what my body does, what thoughts come into my head, though I have control over what I choose to do. Over time, those peaks have lessened and lessened. I still have my moments, though I know that they will fade.
Attempting to get rid of anxiety only makes it worse, because you are expecting for it to return again so you are on guard for when you may or may not have an anxious moment.
Mindfulness isn't about getting rid of anxiety, it's about allowing it to be there and accepting what is, verses what was or might be. People get caught in a loop.
A good thing that helps me whenever I’m stressed and cannot think straight is try and remember what you ate for dinner three days ago. This tricks your brain think into retrieving information from the past distracting you from the present moment.
Just reminding myself I’m not actually in physical danger gave me instant relief.
Hey man after I had covid I developed an anxiety disorder and now I feel so lost and after watching this I feel motivated in trying to recover I just wanted to thank you for this thank you so much man
Me too and now I have it again!! It's the quarantine that triggers mine. I'm constantly thinking I'm going to die! It's gotten worse since I lost my husband in2019.
I haven’t been able to sleep very well, I wake up feeling my head lightheaded and then my heart begins to race. I don’t even know why I’m getting a panic attack. Now I’m just afraid I’ll never feel normal again, cuz this stupid anxiety is ruining my life. I’m afraid of this anxiety, I don’t want to feel like this forever.
Same like you sir_Doza
Hey! Don’t worry it really does get better! I’ll pray for you and hopefully you will feel better! If it makes you feel better your mind creates a lot of fears that most likely won’t happen in real life. This is something almost everyone goes through just look at how many famous and rich people get anxiety and depression! Or people in the military or others who have went through trauma! A lot of them manage to beat it! So you can too❤️
I’m so glad to know I’m not alone. It all of sudden triggered out if nowhere a month ago. I was at work, my mouth got super try even though i was drinking water, It wouldn’t go away. I went to the bathroom and saw my pupils were massive, ran to my boss, we took my heart rate and It was 130 and my body began to snake. Ever since, it’s like every little thing triggers It. I can’t fall asleep without feeling my heart racing, sometimes i feel like i can’t breathe and my chest is tight. I try to distract myself but It just doesn’t work. I try to talk to others, and they just say to ignore It... i sometimes will be walking and all of a sudden i feel like I’m off balanced, like I’m sinking into the floor and then my heart begins to race and i panic. I want to feel normal again so bad. But all i can do is cry
i thought it was me alone getting this is horrible
Same here!! My heart is racing when I wake up! Feeling dizzy and hearing a ringing in my ears :(
does anyone else get anxiety when you get excited or overwhelmed? it feels like i need to throw up and i can’t sit down... what helps?
same I literally can't sit anywhere or even lay down
G bruh
Sometimes I remind myself that anxiety is a body’s natural response to being excited! I lean into the excitement and remind myself “I’m so excited because this is an awesome experience”
@@deannascorner8112 thanks needed that
For me the quickest relief is to do 4:8 breathing (in for four, out for 8). I do notice that anxiety can come with excitement as well as negative emotion.
This NEEDS to be a poster. I want this on my wall. Do a PDF to get the info out there to those needing it immediately, but also offer nice prints as merch.
That’s a REALLY good idea!!!
@@drali The poster can be directly tied to the video by including a QR code for the video URL, and maybe even for each of the timestamps. The only problem comes when you eventually decide you MUST update the video...
Wearing a mask increased my already bad anxiety, as it felt like I'm gasping for air.... This kind of exposure therapy really is helping me....I tried using a mask while I was at home and made sure its not killing me and gradually it helped me ease the feeling when I had to go out side wearing one
If you feel like this you shouldn’t wear one
Just had Dr. Mattu speak at my school, and I was excited to find the same informative, helpful info on his channel!
I’ve been so anxious lately. My anxiety affects my eating habits and i feel a huge knot in my head and throat like their gonna burst if i breathe too hard. Sometimes it’s overwhelming to where i feel like I’m gonna go crazy. I’m definitely gonna try to work on these tips. I’m will to try anything
if you feel your anxiety is comin, just drink a lukewarm water, try to hold your breath for 8seconds then take a deep breath, and I go outside i keep myself busy with my plants and the view outside i look up in the sky and see things around me, that's my technique if my anxiety bothered me..
@@doreenanoralcoseba8904 my problem is that I’m agoraphobic
I’m with you on this. How are you doing now?
@@istaynstilettos I’m doing way better now thankfully! I appreciate you for asking!
@@doreenanoralcoseba8904 thank you so much
Hey Ali. Ive suffered from anxiety for years. I hope you know, how powerful it is for a clinical psychologist admitting openly, and share about his personal fight with anxiety. Hats of to you. I also hope you know how big it is, being treated by somone who really understand what youre going through, and not just from text books.. I always say the best midwifes have kids ;)
I was once told to stop trying to "get rid" of my anxiety, rather I should take its hand and learn to lead it, not follow it.. Always gave me a powerful image.
As for what has helped me.. I always find it helps to ocupy your thoughts.. Like with a game, play with your kids/nieces/nephews.. Always liked to have music close at hand, and a shower always helped me too..
Thanks for posting this. And keep up the good fight.
Thanks so much for your wonderfully supportive comment and feedback!!! 🖖🏽
Malte Chr, Meditation is the permanent way to a relaxed and stress free life because it reprogrames the mind. Enter "Alternate nostril breathing meditation videos" on Google search and do the simple meditation for 10 to 15 minutes if possible twice a day. Also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation.Try to be still while doing this meditation. It can also be done sitting on a chair. Best wishes. Do meditation daily to enjoy a relaxed life. Best wishes--Shyaaam --Life Coach.
Wow, you got it !
Thank you for this! You came to my school to teach about anxiety and it really helped. I especially enjoyed your relatability. You were funny, but also gave useful advice. I wasn’t able to talk to you but I just want to tell you that I appreciated your speech greatly ^^
There's more to you than just information about anxiety! Your voice and character in itself can bring me from an attack sometimes. Would love to see more videos on this topic! God bless you and your family my brother
Last week I ran my first 5k without stopping and all the time I could hear the voice in my head saying that I can do it. Forwago, thank you so much for everything!!
Your one of my coping skills. Thank you. Going through grief now.
Mj Brooklyn, Meditation is the permanent way to a relaxed and stress free life because it reprogrames the mind. Enter "Alternate nostril breathing meditation videos" on Google search and do the simple meditation for 10 minutes if possible twice a day. Also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation.Try to be still while doing this meditation. It can also be done sitting on a chair. Best wishes. Do meditation daily to enjoy a relaxed life. Best wishes--Shyaaam --Life Coach.
My problem is once the panic attack hits my mind is soo powerful I cannot reason with it.
same here
Whenever I get anxious I feel like I can’t speak. The anxiety goes away until someone asks me to talk and then it comes back worse than before
Yea I think talking helps especially with a loving non judgemental person.❤️
Consider yourself lucky if you have someone who really cares. When the time comes you can't talk the anxiety is horrible
Yeah I feel like that is common, I have experienced that. Controlling my breathing is the most helpful to me (longer exhale, even holding my breath a bit at the end of the exhale). and breathing in a rhythm.
Thank you for the video. I struggle very bad with anxiety to the point I cant even go outside anymore or do anything on my own. Ive seen multiple doctors and nothing works so Im kinda alone for the ride. There were a few things you mentioned that helped me in the moment so I appreciate that thanks.
same here!
Trust me hun your not missing on much! Learn about yourself and find things your passionate about! God created us all equally. If it makes you feel better lots of Prophets who were chosen by God had anxiety/depression but they prayed to God for help! And help came running💛 and look at all the celebrities and rich people who are so unhappy still with all that money and fame bc it’s something we are all born with! It’s ok tell yourself that your truly not the only one! Hold it’s hand getting rid of it never works you gotta hold it’s hand!!!!💪🏼
Hey, im currently having the Same Problem. Did you find any success in getting better?
@@rikyv9538 thank you for that
@@Maxqaq Not really it seems some days are just bad and some are ok. What is helping me right now of all is that I somehow have cope with it and I just remind myself to keep breathing always from the stomache not the chest. This has been a life savior for my bad anxiety. I still struggle everyday from the moment I wake up to the moment I finally fall asleep.
I really need to try all of this. I'm always in a panic bc I'm always focused on my breathing and I feel like everytime I breathe I'll have a panic attack. I can hardly keep food down bc when I'm panicky I get sick :( I'm so tired of getting sick
Exactly same...thinking of breath
@@arctictern726 that is everyday for me.. UGH
I got sent home from work for getting sick from an anxiety attack so I'm there with you
@@harleypaynter5848 I'm so sorry
I hope you are better today!
Paused 11:50 took screenshot: what would you tell a friend that was struggling with his exact same situation? Wow this video is taking me a long time to get through because I am writing down notes and making mantras and I find this extremely helpful. You really know your stuff man.
So happy to hear it's helpful!
I am blessed to find this video.
As someone who gets panick attacks, the the cold water HELPED SO MUCH!!!!! When I feel my anxiety is creeping up, this strategy prevented me from having a panick attack and stopped dead and made me calm down as welll as other tips!
THANK YOU!!!
My anxiety started with a bad high one time my heart started beating really fast and I couldn't control it or my breathing now every time my heart beats fast and I can't catch my breath I start to panic like I might die.
Same bro
Same with me as well, I've stopped smoking since then.
You should breath in and out through your noise not through your mouth.kerp your mouth close as much you can
Playing this video on loop all night and just relaxing and following the instructions whenever I wake up with a night terror had been so helpful. Your voice is calming and the techniques help to ground me.
I hope you’re doing better!! I’m struggling with anxiety right now but hopefully it will all get better. You’ve got this🤍!
Most underrated TH-cam channel. Doin the good work.
Thank you so much for these videos. You have absolutely no idea how helpful this was. I love how you actually give useful tips that are more explained than just saying “practice breathing.” So grateful! I’ve been having the same ocd intrusive thoughts that I will lose every job after being fired one time 5 years ago and I haven’t been able to get past it, fearing I’ll be homeless later in life, that no one wants to hire me, constant worry and it’s kept me from moving forward with becoming a Licened MFT, even though I know I would absolutely love that field. My imposter syndrome is so bad.
God, thank you so much my friend ! I was having a attack on a 12 hour shift by myself and I found this video it saved me ! Thank you
Thank you for your video, I pray all of us can completely overcome this.
I come back to this video every time Ihave an anxiety attack -including just now it's very good thank you so much. I owe you 😅
I will tell you my secret - how I will cope with anxiety. I started a diary and write there-appreciate it for the day. Plus, even if I'm afraid to do something, I reread what I wrote out - what I need to do or recommendations when there is an alarm. And how to get rid of it . And I do. Yes, first there is an alarm. But she's not always with you. It's just that we drive our brain into a negative state and this causes anxiety
Great suggestions, Dr. Mattu! I really like the idea of having a worry time because then I can feel like I'm addressing those concerns instead of trying to ignore them. Thanks! Live long and prosper. :)
Try it out and let me know how it goes! 🖖🏽
@@drali Okay :) 🖖🏽
I am grateful to God your site popped up. Thank you for helping me understand and make peace with my thoughts. I will play this video again.
These are a wide variety of techniques to use. I've used some before and yes it takes a while to figure out what works best for you. This also give me tips to use journalling in a different way. And I'm definitely going to put couple of techniques on trial and error soon. Such videos have been a source of self help for me, which have helped me reduce the intensity of my anxiety in specific situations.
Awesome to hear! Journaling can be a great tool but you also don’t need to do it forever. I dive in and out of journaling based on what’s going on in my head.
That’s awesome that you use journaling! Have you ever tried song writing for your mental health? As a board certified music therapist working in mental health, I find that for my folks who struggle with writing for long periods of time lyric writing a good format for them.
@@musicmoodandmindset8380 I haven't tried this yet. I would search more on this.
Thank you Dr. Mattu, another great video from you, what a great gift as anxiety is a terrible thing to suffer. Wishing you the best!
Thank your for your kind words and encouragement!
Thank you, I've been struggling all my life with this. This video really helped me during an anxiety wave
Alex Young, Meditation is the permanent way to a relaxed and stress free life because it reprogrames the mind. Enter "Alternate nostril breathing meditation videos" on Google search and do the simple meditation for 10 minutes if possible twice a day. Also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation on Google search. Don't move too much while doing this meditation. It can also be done sitting on a chair. Best wishes. Do meditation daily to enjoy a relaxed life. Best wishes--Shyaaam --Life Coach.
I am a licensed counselor in Pittsburgh Pa, who has specialized treating OCD for over 25 years..
Now with tele-health and having access to share a video and resources at my finger tips your videos specifically OCD are just life changing not just for me as someone trying to help someone in pain with OCD..but also to my patients and their love ones..Awesome job.!!!!!.fantastic videos..!!!!
This is exactly where you were meant to be ..You are changing lives with your creativity and knowledge and you don't even know it!!!
THANK YOU...
MICHAEL CONNELLY
I just wanted to comment about this helped me calm down when having a sudden anxiety attack. My parents had a really bad fight and it took awhile for it to affect me, it was sudden but I tried to do the breathing technique I usually use. It wasn't doing anything, I was able to stay calm enough to think about finding more techniques. The 5-4-3-2-1 helped me the most. I'm so thankful for videos like this
I’m sorry your parents arguing, caused you anxiety. This happens in our household too. I’m a mom, and I know how it also effects my son, when his dad and I argue. I’m glad you’re seeking help. I’m seeking help too !
I had brain surgery in the back of my head, which tends to cause psychiatric issues. Throughout the day, especially when I'm not talking to or with someone, I'll suddenly get a gut sinking, deep anxiety that's triggered by nothing and can seem endless.
When that happens, I like to take my shoes off. Lie down. Set a ten minute timer. Fold my hands on my stomach. Close my eyes. Then just. Wait out the ten minutes. I think of it as cleansing my mind and body of all stimuluses. When I get up after those ten minutes, I feel like my body has reset, and I can get moving again.
This is my first psych lesson from Doctor Ali, and I feel the video is jam-packed with content he could have spread over ten videos instead of one. I feel that attention to detail rather than quantity really shows how deeply he wants to help the viewer. I look forward to watching more.
*The moment you relax in your chair and become more stressed because the beat of your heart is rocking you back and forth*
--Actually kinda comfortable. But freaking me out.
Just want to get through these next 4 weeks... and pass with an A or B... I'm so behind.
I survived with all As ♡♡♡
@@JordyanBWolf congrats!
Thank you so much. I felt anxiety over giving away some toys and things from my house. I'm telling myself that I was BRAVE for letting go of these things. I remind myself of others who have lost EVERYTHING and I imagine others will enjoy those items...
I think ima have a heart attack randomly , I went to the emergency room and they told me it was anxiety . The soreness in my arm and chest scares me though
Legitimately going through the same thing. Only its been over a week now and I am stuck in a loop as I have chest pain and then I think I am dying :(
Anxiety about heart attacks and public speaking😭
@@hannahkate2271 don’t know if this still happens to you but i had Chest pain which caused a severe (worst I’ve had) panic attack. Went to the doctors and got diagnosed with costochondritis. Nothing huge, needed Tylenol for 2 weeks and it got better. Just know it’s not a heart attack, i promise!!!
I’m literally going through this. I feel the soreness in my arm and I feel like omg I’m having a heart attack. It’s such a horrible feeling.
How do you guys know it isnt a heart issue? It is what causes me to fear..
This video helped me to calm down from a severe anxiety attack, by writing all the information down, Thanks so much!! I appreciate this video so much right now
I needed to hear this. I needed to hear it so bad.
Thank you, Dr. Mattu.
me too!
Me to i really suffered with anxiety and think this will help me
You are amazing person many thanks god bless you u. Feel better after watching ur videos
Vibrational drone soundscape sessions have a powerful calming effect on my severe anxiety symptoms.
This is such a good comprehensive video. I will be coming back to this again and again.
For me it has changed so much over the years, now I get sick, vomiting, diarrhea. The when there's nothing more that comes out, I'm just incredibly nauseous. It's been over 24h now but my stomach is still cramping and if I give into my anxiety I will start shaking and vomiting again... Right now i can feel the tingly feeling I get when it wants to creep up.... I wish I could stop it quicker.
Anxiety has been constant lately, I enjoy nothing, trying seems impossible, I just want it all to end,I’ll keep trying your techniques, I enjoy your demeanor
This is an incredible video that I wish I found sooner. Thank you for making this
ur awesome this totally cooled me down from a panic I have anxiety and ptsd and it often interferes with just existing , this brought me back to ground level
I have horrid anxiety when going to the doctor. Doesn't matter how good they are and me knowing they are good doctors, or that I need one at the moment, my anxiety takes over. Going to the dentist tomorrow. I can't sleep, eat etc. I hope, really hope this videos helps :(
Thank you, you truly understand, since I started going through menopause, my anxiety has gotten worse.
So happy i found another Anxiety Video that's GOOD! And I Subscribed!
I’ve been having anxious feelings throughout my body for almost a week since my last panic attack. I am very physically active, eat healthy and so on . This is all new to me and it’s scaring me honestly to the point I feel sick. I need help and I’m scared
AMAZING video! 👍I’m going through it, with anxiety so bad right now and this video was beyond helpful! I am so grateful for you taking the time to be so detailed, organized and specific with everything in this video. Thank you
You are valued, you are loved and you are meant to be here ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
These are pretty cool tips :) Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!
Thank you so much, Dr. Have lived with anxiety for so many years. Have tried most of what you advise and I will keep trying. Your videos are wonderful, so many of them have made life better. Thanks again.
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Unfortunate for me, my anxiety randomly appears and I never know what the reason is.
That's what makes it very difficult for me.
Same happening to me. Turns out its trauma from 11 and 7 yrs ago. Try watching his video on trauma and corona virus for good insights
Same here
Same 2 me bro..No idea what to do
@@tsurek Take some action today to be happy in life. Sit on a chair or on the ground and do the simple alternate nostril breathing meditation twice a day for 5-10 minutes for relief from anxiety as it reprogrames the mind. It is practiced all over the world. Watch the videos on Google search. Inhale-exhale slowly and feel the relaxed feeling. Negative thoughts will reduce. Make meditation a daily habit and enjoy life. Shyaaam Sir-Mentor.
@@tsurek I found out what it was!
We're all forced to be like the other humans like school work car house.... show people on fb, and looks for acceptance , please stop that.
We get lost in the made up grind and want to coast free of worry.
Well to be honest I realized that grind is holding us all back like a pacifier.
The truth is that we all have something to offer this world and when you find out what it is then you will be free. Don't work for a boss, if you do, forget it. You have a fuel inside you and don't know what its for. That is a special fire and fuel you have for your "nitch"
This is the best advice you will ever get.
It changed my life but started with the book called "the secret" to help me make drastic changes
Sometimes I get anxious without reason. I just feel like there is a major problem. But I think I actually am able to think myself out of this anxiety. I will just stop and really think WHAT is happening or has happened around me that might get me in trouble me in trouble. I will go through what I did in the day, in the week, think about work or my relationships, and I will really think hard about everything around me to see what is wrong. If I can’t think of anything, then I just tell myself everything is alright. I start doing something like the “grounding” technique he mentions. I breathe deeply, listen to my surroundings, and just comfort myself by repeating to myself that everything is allright. I’m fine, I’m safe, everything is fine. And this usually does it. I really calm down.
Now, if I get anxious because a real problem is happening. Maybe I didn’t think about it at the time, but it just now popped up in my mind: then I can 1) try to see if there is anyway I can solve it right now. 2) If I can’t, I write it down and make a plan on what to do first thing in the morning. 3) Remind myself that tomorrow morning I will probably not even think it is as a big deal as I think it is right now (as it usually happens to me) and I will either solve it or discuss it with someone to help me solve it. Sometimes this helps me calm down enough that at least I can go to sleep (because this also usually happens at night), and sometimes, I won’t be able to get over it and just accept I will sleep badly but take comfort that tomorrow it will be better.
I just came across your videos for the first time and I love it. here to stay dude Good job 👍
Welcome aboard and thanks for being part of the community!
Very helpful, when you feel there’s some one who understands what you’re going through, thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much for this video! As someone whom never experienced severe anxiety before - the techniques here are really helpful and logical (coming from a psych major myself) - I developed pretty severe anxiety by dealing with daily chest and back pains for the last six months or so - been checked by doctors several times and everything with my heart comes back fine - no physical issues - what they do tell me is that I have an msk issue related to stress and anxiety - they advised therapy and anti-stress drugs moving forward - I am also going to see a physio and chiropractor next week to see what is going on physically here - but it's scary - I get the anxiety attacks basically anywhere and they can last from 10 minutes to up to 2 hours - always thinking I'm going to keel over and die - just terrible thoughts really when the science is telling me otherwise - but the brain can be our best friend and also worst enemy with anxiety - now I know! I will definitely try some of these techniques for sure to get me feeling like a normal human again :)
same here im feeling like i have a heart problem or something because i have a trouble in breathing sometimes feel like dying from heart attack until the doctor checked me and said it's only stress anxiety.
Same here! Had Covid 3 months ago and I was never super sick, but the stress and anxiety made me feel horrible. 3 months later I am still freaking out any little pain anywhere!
God Bless. You are strong. Your are valuable. You count. You are loved. You are unique. The world loves you. You are beautiful. You are smart. You are healthy. You are kind and loving. You can do it. You have peace at your fingertips. You are serenity. You are Happy. ❤🙏
Great share, I wasn't aware of the dive reflex, will give it a try
The dive reflex is a wonderful gem of a skill!
This video is a great reminder. I know a lot of these techniques already, but in the moment when I experience anxiety, I usually forget them/forget to do them.
my anxiety has gotten so bad i’ve gone to the hospital twice this week. i lost 2 close loved ones in the same week just this month.. could this be the reason my anxiety is getting so bad?
Sorry for your loss, that certainly wouldn't help but it shouldn't be a cause as such. I hope things are a bit better for you these days
Yes this can cause this anxiety. Sorry for your losses. I hope you are feeling s bit better now x
Yes that's what affected you
I hope you are doing better now
For me the best to way to ground myself with dpdr is to remember what my life till now is. Remembering and going through emotional memories grounds me better than any excercise. Once I start remembering and feeling I start feeling my feet, my back, everything
I don't usually find anxiety help videos actually helpful but there were lots of tips in this video that I have never heard about before and seem like good ideas. Thanks for this video! I feel like next time I have an anxiety attack I can deal with it better.
Thank, you for you're video. I've now got me a service dog for my Anxity and my Disability.
I recently got anxiety about a month ago, and I have never dealt with it before and I’m struggling because I hate not feeling like myself, I think my root was because of I locked up one time trying to dealing something I was eating and it scared me. But I thought it was acid reflux or something so I got endoscopy and everything was fine. And I still get anxious a lot because I keep thinking about how I don’t feel like my self and how bad I want too and that just makes it worse.
How are you doing now? I'm currently going through it
Listening to your voice actually just helped me calm down and relax. Thank you.
Wish I could like this video more than once, everytime I come back to watch it I go to press the like - but I've already liked it
Pixie. i do the same thing, LOL
Thank you for this video. I had a panic attack whilst walking to the shop and listening to it really helped me calm down.
Thank God for life Hi am sorry for the introduction in your comment but I find you attractive and interesting I don't know if I could be your friend so we can get to know each other more and thank you
my life was like a pineapple before anxiety and high blood pressure ruined it. i want to be the way i was before happy loving fun and vibrant
Even I had High BP but I got it controlled and stopped my BP medicine as well. Stopped anxiety medicines and changed my diet.
@@tanujkapoor652 how you do that
My high BP is the cause of my anxiety. :'(
Decades ago a very nice psychologist I was seeing gave me a worry stone. I've carried one in my pocket since. I've also gifted others with one. They seem to be extremely helpful!
i have very bad anxiety, i will start crying when i think of something horrible that happened in the past so long ago. i really need somebody to talk to instead of holding it in, especially when i feel lonely. only my mom and my older sister get what im going through right now. i just really need comfort😭
This was very helpful during a panic attack. Thank you. Seriously.
Hey! I just saw you talk at my school, and you were great! I had a question, but I was 1. Too nervous to get up and 2. We barely had any time. So, my question is: how can I deal with self harm? I’ve been clean for over a year and a half, but I’ve been falling deeper into a pit, and it feels inescapable. It also doesn’t help with the stress of school and social life.
I know this is off the main point of the video, but I wasn’t able to get my question out earlier today. Thanks!
Great.
You have explained very well. A big solution to my anxiety.
I am so thankful for this video. Literally life changing ❤️☔
I learned a lot of useful things for me from this video, thank you)
I have had this situation for years. Ever since when I was a young child, I experienced separation anxiety or just anxiety in general. I always would feel sick to my stomach or I cry (because that’s what little kids do if they get scared)
When I got a phone, things calmed down dramatically because I was aware that I can call my parents anytime I felt unsafe.
Everything was fine for a while until I hit middle school. That’s when I had social anxiety. It got worse over the years, and right now I’m a freshman . I’m not doing very well with anxiety but hopefully I’ll make through it soon. Thanks for the coping methods, it helped me a lot 😊
Edit: Just fixing some spelling mistakes
Hi I understand what you are going through in the last two years I have suffered from anxiety and terrible separation anxiety I in a state when people leave me I hope this helps you understand that you are not alone it's not a nice place to be in hope you are feeling better soon 🙏
@@junegoodings3973 Thank you so much! I hope life treats you well :)
@@junegoodings3973 Be careful what you feed your mind. To feel better reduce negative thoughts and overthinking. Avoid comparing, reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. It is very simple. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed, avoid moving too much and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Observe your breath sensations before sleep, in college, at work, taking a walk, when reading, -------anytime-anywhere. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.
@@shyaaammeneen63 thank you for your reply it is very helpful.hopefully I can start to stop feeding my mind on all the negative things and practice breathing properly thank you 🙏
@@junegoodings3973 Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Since many years I have made it a habit to observe my breath sensations even during my normal activities and I am feeling relaxed and healthy. Anywhere-anytime it can be done. The best part is nobody comes to know that you are doing the breath observing practice as there is no deep breathing or sound. Reduce watching negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Read my msg and do the practice regularly. Best wishes. Sr. Counsellor.