How I Stopped Being Anxious The Whole Time

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[Patchy]

Thought it made sense to make a wee follow up video to last week's video. Hopefully some of you who are new to/feeling unsupported when dealing with anxiety, depression and similar things will find this video a little bit helpful. I'm not claiming to be an authority on the topic, I just wanted to share some of the pitfalls I wish I'd avoided and some of the tips that I'd wish known sooner. Also, don't worry, this isn't going to become an anxiety/mental health channel haha... renovation update video coming next week. :)

[jere]

We are part of nature, and being distracted by electronics, which so many people are, ie. influencers etc, mesmerized by the black mirror and the need for feedback which can be a rollercoaster of emotions whether one gets a positive or a negative feedback seems to be deteriorating the mental health of many of the younger generation. Panic attacks suck big time. Glad you look after YOUR needs and are feeling good being YOU. Yes, Pale Blue Dot puts things in perspective. Be choosy with whom you associate has stood me well. Wish you contentment George❤

[leftfinned]

You had me at “ I just effing love big trees and I like being around them” ….. I literally talk to and hug trees 🌲. Thanks for an amazing and very helpful video.

[JessicaSue]

Also Lexapro really helped. A lot. But then I also lost motivation in some areas, and then I realized that anxiety also can be helpful, and I could possibly learn to embrace and accept it.

[ERYN__]

I've been dealing with depression for most of my life. I even dealt with undiagnosed panic attacks from 10-16. I went through a couple of years where I was an unemployed college dropout. I was watching lots of YouTube in bed letting days pass. I was watching a bunch of videos on the Pantone color of the year, seeing how people used it. I used it in wedding planning because color is important to me. I saw someone putting stickers in their planner to decorate it and block out how their week was going to work. I looked into it and was like, why is she getting $20-$30 a week packs of stickers, and even doing multiple spreads per week, a plan, and memory keeping? This is expensive. But then I wanted to try it. So I bought the expensive planner, and some stickers from various shops. I put stickers to show when shows I liked were airing and had a pretty blank looking schedule, but it was pretty. I started going to discount movies on Tuesday, sometimes meeting up with my spouse for a second movie and dinner. Putting things into my planner.
Pokémon go came out, and I got pretty involved in that. I started looking into schools in the area to not be a dropout anymore. I got my placement score for English, enrolled in that level, and took an art class I'd never taken before while waiting for my credits to transfer. I continued taking 2 classes at a time instead of a full course load, usually an online class and an evening class. Eventually, I took a daytime class. I took 3 classes and injured myself, so I dropped back down to 2, and then I finished a degree. I took 1 more semester online because 1 was a class, I felt like I would benefit from and a film study class, for fun. That semester happened to be spring 2020, so everyone was suddenly forced to take online classes. My family had planned to fly out to see me graduate, but that didn't really happen. I sent out graduation announcements, and some people watched my name be read, and I have that badge of pride that I was in THAT class. I don't really use a planner anymore because it mostly stresses me out, trying to keep up with it. I'm much more loose with plans. Most of my life is rinse and repeat, and work towards goals and manage around pain from the injury. I lost a lot of mobility from the pandemic, not being able to use pain management services, which made me unable to stay as active. I'm still unemployed, but I'm a college graduate. I'm in a home I like, closer to family.

[mollierocket]

What’s helped me : counseling, medication, deep breathing exercises, and a little song I sing to myself when things are hard

[stellaolejar]

God bless you George for taking the time to film this video. I will be sharing this with my 21 year old daughter who unfortunately is and has been going through some anxiety and depression. This just came at the perfect time. Will be looking forward to seeing your next video. Have a blessed weekend.

[katielin]

We all must do what we need, to be able to feel well about ourselves. Thanks for sharing George.

[moth]

Going through a rough patch at the moment. It's comforting to come back to this video, especially thinking about how none of this matters in the grander scheme. Thank you.

[TheIrishMegaphone]

Reading the psalms can be quite calming for the soul.

[johnlittler]

Found this video really helpful.

For me having a routine that meets my basic daily needs really helps. It might sound a bit boring, but on the bad days having the routine to fall back on really helps me get through the day.

My typical routine is get up, wash, walk dog, breakfast, few house chores, work, get kids ready for bed, eat dinner, wash up, shower, bed. If I can do those things even when I’m feeling low it’s still a successful day.

I think any form of exercise is also really important for my mood.

[johnpatterson]

My solution to depression and SAD was that I started an indoor tropical garden with growlights and kept improving this garden with more pots and plants

[lyndapeters]

Hi George, I appreciate you being so candid about your experiences. I have had anxiety/depression for a while and like you had to discover a therapist that I could resonate with. There are 3 additional things I feel helped me; setting a morning and evening routine (not as simple as it sounds when your brain is in crisis mode), listening to and understanding what I needed (I got sick of talking to my counsellor so I had massages instead) and lastly recognising healing takes time, a long time. Thank you for your videos x

[SisterSherryDoingStuff]

All good advice and practices. I recently lived in the city center, with a huge window over looking the skyline of Portland. Premium view. But I couldn't see not one tree. I moved. I now live in a forested area of the city. Hiking trails directly outside my door. I NEED nature. The daily walks do help. I've never taken a walk and thought to myself, "well that really sucked and made things worse."

I've noticed that when I get low, so does my diet. I crave sugar, red meat, etc. Foods that end up making me feel even worse. I've had to force myself to eat healthy, as it really does make a difference in my overall mood. I never thought I'd eat kale. Yuck.

I work from home, and I can go for days without coming up for air. I call it, "change of scene" - when I need to remove myself and my mood from my everyday environment. I'll drive to the coast, stay at an airbnb for a few days, or drive to the mountains, weather permitting. Just to get out of my space and my own thoughts. Change of scene works for me.

I'm on meds...which really saved me. I've been on med for over 15 years, and I've finally come to point where I feel so over it. I stopped taking two my anti-depressants. It wasn't easy, and I'm not suggesting this for others, it's just what was right for me. With that said, I'm stuck on Benzos. I have no clue how to ween myself off of such an addictive class of anti-anxiety meds. It's dangerous. My therapist isn't much help in this situation. Here in the US there is a pill for everything...and very seldom have I found one that is willing to help me get off certain pills.

[BerserkerRaupe]

You made such brilliant points in this video, really really good advice.

[LILRHONDALEE]

You, George, are much wiser than your age, my friend. I mean that as a compliment. Great advice and by the way, I also take Sertraline and find that it indeed helps my anxiety. TFS! Lil hugs xo

[richardenglish]

Hi George, if I may suggest one more based on my own experience when I was going through a rough time in my life - exercise. Exercising is a great way to relieve anxiety and stress, and it's also good for your physical body. I now incorporate it into my lifestyle on a daily basis. It could be biking, jogging, swimming, or any activity that gets your heart rate up - everyday, 3 times a week - whatever fits your schedule. Find something you enjoy doing. Group exercise at a gym class is also fun - like aerobics, etc. It works - I promise. All the best to you.

[s]

Oh my... I am deeply sorry you had to deal with these awful "professionals".
Yes to telling people! In Germany, we say that you will only get help if you ask for it ("Nur sprechenden Menschen kann geholfen werden"), so letting people know that you are anxious and that you need a few seconds for yourself will tell them, hopefully, to leave you alone for a bit. I also learned that stating your feelings will build a connection between the interacting partners that is quite favourable.

[thehamofficialart]

YO I LOVE CARL SAGAN and I always thought of the pale blue dot to help with anxiety!! :)

[DL-byel]

I ordered the cat watering unit thank you for sharing in the last video.