10 Things I STOPPED Doing that Dramatically Improved My Mental Health

[@rachaelbeaulieu2121]

I know I can click the "like" button as soon as I begin the video because Mark's videos are always good! 🙌

[@miggy2g]

So true!!

[@Nightwalker25-m3u]

Yeah that's what I do.

[@marieyoder1195]

•EXCELLENT button here. This man’s Godly wisdom has changed my life!!!

[@JuanMoreno-wo5yb]

I liked right away out of a good habit I think but I believe that under five minutes I subscribed! Mentioning the Bible got my attention but giving good Biblical insight was what got me! ❤️

[@darcyd2680]

The same here

[@rachaelbeaulieu2121]

"You need connection with God, and out of that you are changed." Thank you for this reminder, Mark! 🤯🙌👍

[@Securetwo]

@rachaelbeaulieu2121 -THE best piece and help of anything. Priceless. 💎

[@Downtown216]

Exactly….I like to start my day early with prayer, a whole chapter in proverbs matching the day of the month and a chapter in the New Testament..That really helps me KNOW that Christ is there in everything as well in More Love for me than any person has ever had for me..That only comes to us by a CONNECTION with Jesus in a Private & intimate way. ❤️

[@marabitter]

1. Constantly checking and examining my feelings. 2. Increasing speed and pressure during stress. 3. Getting lost anywhere else in my mind that is not here. 4. Being critical on myself, especially when I'm down. 5. Obsessing over "what am I doing wrong" or "what should I be doing that I am not doing?" 6. Compulsively focusing on "fixing myself " VS learning to be loved and to live in love. 7. Catastrophizing 8. Comparing myself 9. Carrying people's burdens for them. 10. Controlling what people think of me.

[@theanonymoushelpline7248]

Wow didn’t think anyone else felt these things and had these thoughts. I know I’m not alone and we will all get through this.

[@tanyavandeventer3377]

Thanks so much for the highlights. I was just wondering with my ADHD brain how'd I write these down without losing myself halfway through the sentence 😂 THANK YOU

[@Angelssing2her]

​@@theanonymoushelpline7248 i felt all of this, too. It was like, whoa, I'm not alone. Which we know we have Jesus, but this transparency makes the relatability feel real. Bless you Mark

[@Brosepha]

I do 7 out of 10

[@MakerTom2022]

So glad to find your channel! Thank you! 🙏

[@mine4532]

“Comparison is a thief of joy” thanks for the reminder

[@Jaz_Summer]

This is changing my life. Everything you are talking about describes my life for years. Obsessing over my feelings and thoughts etc. Such a relief to have answers.

[@jessicascott8780]

❤❤❤

[@katiesanders96]

Everything spoke to me, but here are the phrases that popped out the most: 💡 “I am right where I need to be to learn what I need to learn.” 💡 “To value MY journey.” 💡 “You’re trying to encounter the Father from a distance to change yourself. No, what you need is connection with God; out of that, you are changed. And connection is brought about by LOVE.” (I “knew” this truth, but something about the way it was phrased this time turned on a light.)

[@marieyoder1195]

AMEN! And EXACTLY, a way to understand; ❤️ brain and soul! Completely!

[@TheChristCenteredCraftsman]

Im going to have to watch this more than once. My intrusive thoughts are distracting me from hearing everything.

[@dja192]

Ha! I can relate to this! Those stinkin’ intrusive thoughts or ADHD type distractions that make our minds wander.

[@aprilgabriel]

Driving home from work today in tears wondering and asking God what is wrong with me? Thank you for your wisdom. God bless from Texas. 🙏🏻🙂

[@thesacredmatt]

How is this guy not famous?

[@jesuslovesyou1921]

Ikr

[@ChristianOCDHealing]

I know! I don’t understand!

[@Cydda13]

@@thesacredmatt I agree 💯. His teaching is amazing. May God continues blessing him.

[@Brosepha]

People say “there’s no good new music”. There is, they are just not well known or famous. Same thing😅.

[@davidbooher5559]

Because social media has made superstars out of losers.

[@funnyman1776]

"I'm where I need to be to learn what I need to learn"- This is so precious!! God is using you brother, Mark! Thank you for being faithful to God and putting this teaching online. I just recently found your videos and they are helping me a lot! God bless you!

[@ms181]

Number 9 (carrying others' burdens) is huge for me. My default seems to be "automatic responsibility" for every need...so much that I am not living MY own life.

[@Brosepha]

Same. I feel like Im trying to be a savior to certain people( how laughable).

[@catherinewyly9942]

Mark, in my journey of being restored after the recent death of my husband of 50+ years, the Lord began to walk me through a healing process of knowing who I am. I am up to 7 things about me that I need to understand, embrace and let go of. Imagine the shock I felt when your video was revealed to me. All 7 of my revelations are on your list. I found confirmation and clarity through you. Thank you!

[@michaelbabbitt3837]

As I got close to 70 years old and now has just passed it, I found number 7 to be a really hard to overcome. Especially at night around three or 4 o’clock in the morning I think about how any negative becomes a doom cycle. I am sort of OCD-GAD type of person. i’ve always handled it pretty well, but now in my older age, it’s that much more challenging and I’m trying to do everything I’ve ever learned and all the therapies are done to overcome this catastrophizing mentality.

[@jessicascott8780]

Mark! You alwaaaays encourage me 🥹❤️ Catastrophizing is a big one for me. I get reassurance I was wrong about whatever it is and then I feel like I can breath - it sure is exhausting to live that way. Thanks for bringing light to struggles so many have and always saying it with compassion!

[@tee1763]

I needed this so bad right now, thank you Mark ❤ it's so hard to be compassionate towards ourselves when we mess up, especially with parenting. So self condemning. Thank you for this ❤

[@gabrielpastor317]

It is amazing how God has directed me on these 10 things exactly as you have listed them. In this I have come to know him truly and I have started a relationship with him in this journey I never thought I could have with him. Hugs Mark!

[@markandrew5595]

Yesss!

[@taydrew2023]

I always find myself taking notes when I watch your videos. As someone who struggles with sometimes intense anxiety and ocd, a few things that stuck out to me from this video were, "I'm keeping my eyes up and I'm moving forward," "Stay slow and don't take on pressure. Breathe," "Practice being in the present moment; focus on what's in front of you," and "See things as they are, not worse than they are." Thank you, Mark.

[@debbiemiller8018]

Definitely God led me to this and I've been listening to your messages today just want to let you know God's using it it's exactly what I needed to hear thank you😊

[@annehortsana2957]

Don't pressure yourself❤ that was so good! Treasure to be in The Moment❤ Living NOW❤ Being NOW,Here❤ One Thing at a Time😊 Enjoying TODAY❤ I am right where I need to be to learn what I need to learn, to grow❤ STOP being critical to Yourself when you are down❤ Kind nurture💗 Walk your Journey with GRACE❤ GOD YOU LOVE ME,YOU ARE HERE❤ Learning to be loved and to live in love❤VALUE Your Journey❤❤❤ Stop carrying people's burdens for them in false resbonsipility, instead be a brother/sister to them, love them❤ If people do not understand you, it's okay😊 ❤THANKS MARK😀

[@rockerune]

I can relate to all of these. Many of them has gone from storms to occasional hiccups. Praise God!

[@Water_Rat]

These are great insights! One thing I am learning to do along the line of checking my emotions and growing what I focus on, is that upon waking up I push out any negative thoughts and emotions by drawing near to God in praise and worship and speaking out scripture. It sometimes takes a half hour or more but it always works eventually. I find it’s true that I give power to whatever I turn my focus to, so the more quickly I can turn from focussing on negatives the better all around.

[@anniekob1]

Number one stood out to me. Constantly checking feelings and thoughts and emotions

[@lillymedesto]

These are so powerful! I pray they bless everyone watching this! ❤

[@mikemarkin8106]

You're a blessing. You describe me completely, I have experienced everything you talk about. It's unbelievable, ur experience has mirrored mine. God has used you to help me so much. Thank you for being obedient to your calling. Absolute revaluation your ministry has been to me.

[@Boyridge]

This guy is amazing he should have 10 million followers! God bless him.

[@rachaelbeaulieu2121]

I have to comment again! Preach, Mark! I so needed to hear this video this evening. The part about trying to fix myself (nutrition, supplements, trying this and that, etc.)....but connection to God's love is what changes us!! So good!

[@jesuslovesyou1921]

I used to dwell in the love of God and walk in the Spirit and it was the period of time that I lived more holy naturally, without even trying. Then negative teachings came which made me doubt the possibility of losing my salvation in the future. It made me feel unloved by the Lord and I found it hard to believe I was a new creation in Christ. This eventually lead me to worry and fear about many things. I used to pray and read the Bible for many hours a day. But after those wrong beliefs came in, My prayer time decreased and I developed OCD symptoms and found it more difficult to walk in the sPirit. I developed a low self image and I fell into a specific sin and temptation I never was tempted by in my whole Christian life since I got saved nearly a decade ago. Eventhough I wouldn't commit this sin frequently, it ate away at my mental and Spiritual health and I even quit my job which became pressurizing on me. I struggled so much and no one to help me. But then the Lord led me to your channel and I feel understood that someone is talking about this and not making me feel evil but loved by God

[@Cloudthelegends]

This what IF thinking and other people teaching "but, IF, else" is what led our thought astray. I can so relate to what you are saying.

[@fet6]

Yes, yes, yes, yes! Same for me! Everything he talks about, I experienced, and have overcome through these types of principles! God is love!

[@CptEddyPrice]

wow. Truly many struggle.... I hope that your get closer to God and he will lift you up from the mud you walked into. I also struggle. God bless.

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I get lost in my past when l should keep forward

[@Loved2024]

This is super helpful. To embrace the time & season l am in, learn what l need to learn, not compare myself as it’s very unkind towards me and others and most importantly not be worried about what others think about me.

[@MrBlakeleyden]

Mark, your channel is improving my mental health more than anything I have ever come across. I’ve been a high achiever in school, athletics, and unknowingly have had OCD practically my whole life. Your video about the one scripture that changed your mental health has been a game changer. My dad said after watching your video said, “He talks just like you.” Haha. Thank you deeply Mark 🙂

[@natSH1982]

The first one really hit home. I had not heard it quite like that in the past. It's like taking your temperature compulsively, fearing the flu. Not the way to avoid it! Thank you for wisdom, as usual.

[@Angelssing2her]

Zechariah 4 10 10 Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel’s hand.” My biblical consent just shared this verse with me recently. I had not heard it b4. Bc im always bumping ahead at how far behind i am. May it bless you all, too

[@peacetruth4802]

This ministry is a blessing

[@christine2090]

Literally hit the nail on the head with these 10 points! Thank you so so much. This week was such a tough one for me bc I felt like I was constantly spiraling out and obsessing over everything. Through this video God’s really given me the answers that I needed and I now feel a huge sense of relief!

[@ninadorado7341]

I'm so glad I happened to see this!..I finally found someone who gets me and what I'm going through and can give tangible help..Ive quoted scriptures till I'm blue in the face and tried all kinds of things and am worse than when I started. I literally felt Holy Spirit laughter come over me when I stopped to just breathe slowly..and all the times I've tried to "help" family during holidays at times when I could have just stopped and enjoyed the moment and relax..I'm seeing it now..the whole performance issue..wow..ALL of them spoke to me...thank you for being transparent.

[@alexey2243]

3, 4, and 5 brought it right home. Living in “what or where I should be by now” is self torture and brings me down to the bottom! I re-listened those parts 5 times already and probably need to listen 500 times more. It’s so deeply engraved in my brain. Thank you for this, Mark!

[@robertcortes1713]

I Thank God for for Mark, who has gone through mental and emotional experience himself, and now to be able to help those who are going through it and not knowing how to deal with it is such a blessing from above. We are spiritual being, however, we are still in this carnal nature and we need to master our emotions. We walk by faith and not by sight. Sometimes easier said than done. So bro. Mark, thank you for this Ministry, first time I have anxiety attack. I did not know what to do with it nor deal with how i was feeling. Having my heart like it’s going to explode is so scary. Thank God for the scriptures and now this ministry. Started listening to your video. Totally totally helped me understand what is going on.

[@julianabradford]

Love this so much! I’ve been changing inside so much as I’ve practiced these things. I’ve been having much more self compassion and awareness for myself. Thanks for sharing 🙌😇

[@southernroots3896]

I’m so truly grateful for you ❤ thank you, and thank your wife for me for all the time you spend helping us

[@cordilajochim]

“Stay slow. Don’t take on pressure.”

[@Schizohandlers]

Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.

[@_CallmeToni]

Wow, the timing of this is no coincidence. This was mind changing. Thank you.🙏🏾

[@gte251]

I'm connecting with a high percentage7 out of 10 🥲 and so grateful for your channel. God's Blessings upon Your Journey 📖

[@JustReadTheBible]

Listening to this again because I just love it so much. #1 hadn’t occurred to me and I do it constantly…. Thank you!

[@Thefred772]

I need to cry. I’ve been going through all of your videos and most of them it’s been me for long. I wanna really move forward, I’m giving a cry out for help on this.

[@davidedwards199]

Spot on with the 1st one, but with the 2nd one I've learned to chill a lot more.

[@robertjefferies8739]

So many things I relate to and want to change to be better in my walk with the Lord surrender and rest in him

[@jodieenglish6353]

This is really really good, so so true, I’m reading your books at present, very valuable. Thank you so much, not many within the church community talk about these topics.

[@mikem4883]

Heard for a third time.. love ur videos. And needed this sooooo much. God creates all of us differently. Thank you Lord for who I am.

[@KathrynBriley]

Great thoughts and reminders of self-advocation. Really appreciate this lecture, as I focus on me without criticizing, I find my worth & purpose increases in value.

[@ta6531]

You have hit this head on with my brain and my struggles. I have decided to take notes and subscribe. So many secular counselors, but I need biblical and truth that does not fail. I use to compare my thinking to a ferris wheel. When you said spinning on some others, that was IT! I knew you got it. I am type A and OCD, with RUMINATING at the top. I love Jesus and have memorized so many verses, but I need practical help too and plan to follow close. Thank you Mark for your transparency. Teri

[@soteriacharis6338]

Just came across your vid for the first time and it was exactly what I need to hear right now! I have found myself doing all on this list at one time or another. It is comforting to know that it's not just me who is despairing, broken, depressed, crazy, weird, mentally damaged, etc., but that it's actually a common human condition. Knowing it's not "just me" is a relief. I love that you are a man of God because healing is found in Christ. The struggle is also REAL, but it's that struggle, that weakness, that despair, that leads us to the Healer and keeps us there. Thanks for this vid. I look forward to watching more. God bless you and your mission!!

[@babsskett2757]

Very many thanks for this video, this subject, & wisdom about these things. It has been v helpful. God bless you. Thanks for sharing.

[@ylekiote99999]

I stopped doing one thing and it improved my life dramatically. 20 years ago I stopped being a fear ridden oppressed christian.

[@scottm247]

@@ylekiote99999 what a statement. Please elaborate on that

[@ylekiote99999]

@@scottm247 Christianity is oppressive and driven by fear. I saw it in myself and with the people I associated with in the church. Also, christians were the worse people I have ever know. Pious, self righteous, narrow minded, judgmental, and EXTREMELY hypocritical! I never felt so happy in my life as I did when I left christianity. Aside from the that the bible is filled with absurdity and nonsense. There are tons of disturbing verses and outright lies and contradictions. It is a sham and the jesus story itself is a copied story form 16 christs that came before him. That is historical record! Christianity is declining rapidly in the world, expecially in the U.S. Nobody is buying that craziness anymore.

[@ylekiote99999]

@@scottm247 Christianity is oppressive and driven by fear. I saw it in myself and with the people I associated with in the church. Also, christians were the worse people I have ever know. Pious, self righteous, narrow minded, judgmental, and EXTREMELY hypocritical! I never felt so happy in my life as I did when I left christianity. Aside from the that the bible is filled with absurdity and nonsense. There are tons of disturbing verses and outright lies and contradictions. It is a sham and the jesus story itself is a copied story form 16 christs that came before him. That is historical record! Christianity is declining rapidly in the world, expecially in the U.S. Nobody is buying that craziness anymore.

[@davidpetersen6694]

Great tips! I will watch this with my grown son who suffers constantly with OCD! ⭐️🥇😎🏆♥️

[@VoiceAndPianoByChristaFord]

Your ministry is helping you continue to transform my life!

[@ChristianOCDHealing]

You are such a blessing, Mark.❤ Take good care of yourself because you’re very special and important to us.😂❤

[@shirkiahbull]

3,5,8 stood out to me. I feel heavy on 3&5…thank you mark God bless you.

[@liliyaprots6757]

I think points 1 through 8 are most present in my life but I am glad I watched this video. There is a lot that need to take into consideration

[@mcspankie2010]

A couple weeks ago my pastor said comfort by comparison during his sermon. The I’m not as bad as they are mentality. It really resonated with me. Thank you for this video. It was super helpful.

[@sydneylol9]

4,5,6 and 10 especially stood out to me most and resonated with where I'm at right now. Thank you so much for your ministry

[@viktoriavichkutkina9147]

among other things, you have an incredible voice, pleasant to listen. Thank you for your work

[@lindalewis358]

Thank you for your podcasts. They are extremely helpful and freeing!!!!

[@angelinastanley6425]

Bro. Mark, the points you shared was really great. What I found useful was point. No. 1 & 10.

[@Squirrel2021]

I stumbled over your channel today ❤🎉God led me here May he bless you, your family and friends

[@sherrianmorganMS]

Luke 9:62, just read this a couple of days ago. I had to “check “ myself. Remember to move forward.

[@Blessednesting]

So good and so needed, all of it!

[@josephdelgadillo4075]

Mark, you are a godsend to me. May God bless you, brother

[@heartspacemama1976]

Which of these was helpful for you? Ummm, literally every single one! Thank you!❤

[@chueyv9080]

Thank you for this video! This is the story of my life without noticing.

[@LoraEdgett]

I needed this video so much. Thank you. I'm in a new season of resting and receiving God's love. Every single thing you listed spoke to me.

[@Jesusandmentalhealth]

Thank you for these awesome reminders! Needed. Blessings....

[@CatrinaHill123]

Your ministry is a blessing.

[@candacehoward535]

All of them were a blessing. Thank you because my mind and thoughts are a constant battle field and this was very helpful. 🙌🏾 I’m making my way through many of your videos thank you Jesus for bringing me to this channel 🙏🏾

[@anitakatich9759]

Wow! I needed this today!! I’m listening again and will over and over again thank you Mark! 🙏❤️

[@theeagle9498]

3 is my issue and your videos have been helping so much

[@sallieturner8771]

This was great helping me heal from a narcissist sister. Thank you Mark.

[@Digss534]

Your videos have been a great blessing thanks

[@Dewwood100]

I don't mind checking and stimulating my joyful feelings!

[@sparklefulify]

So excellent. All 10 are great and I relate. Maybe 6 is most important to me. Thank you.

[@jovais]

One of the most powerful and helpful videos. I’ve seen in a long long time. Really needed this today. Thank you.

[@travisnassco3100]

You describe my life 😊. Thanks for your work.

[@ralitsailieva2205]

Incredible! Thank you ! Yes!!!❤

[@mayageetolee3392]

Wow thank you so much I feel blessed watching your videos.

[@spider7219]

Thank you for this video. It's just what I needed to hear. The Lord wanted me to hear this, and it has given me so much to think about, I will watch this a few times to fully understand what the Lord is trying to show me, in this great video I see so much of myself, it has given me much to think about, thankyou.

[@angelajackson3258]

I'm new to your channel and it is truly a godsend!

[@anacarr4795]

Thanks for this. I just met you and became a subscriber. What you said hit a nerve on me. I’ve been dealing with a situation for years and you showed me HOW to approach all the mind “tricks “❤

[@annachen9291]

I'm so sorry you had to deal with whatever your situation was for a matter of years. That's a long time to go through a struggle. I'm glad you found Mark and his channel! Wishing you all the best in your healing journey.

[@dennisboone6799]

Thank you so much I needed to hear that

[@kittycatwhisker]

Thank you Mark and these are things are definitely relate to and want to work on!

[@toyamclachlan4711]

Thanks!

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

Am so critical of myself

[@disaj7460]

Wow tho, Mark!😍 "I am right where I need to be to learn what I need to learn". Face, learn & grow in the right here & now. I would enter into cause & effect thinking...no more giving the accuser a megaphone or an invitation to condemn me, for I'm most certainly not under condemnation cuz I am n Christ Jesus!🙌🕊 Amén & eternal cheers brotha from anotha motha! 🙌💎🎁

[@suej4430]

So helpful! Thank you!!!

[@melissaphillis7247]

❤ thank you, i received something interesting in every point. ❤

[@mikem4883]

On a 5 star rating, I give this video of Mark a 10. Best ever.

[@travisn346]

Great videos, sir. I'm not a Christian but I do seek God's guidance in my life. Your videos are very helpful and I greatly appreciate your insights.

[@kaym.2854]

This was so profound! Thanks for sharing. Edit: Can you do an opposite topic? e.g. Habits to do to improve your mental health. Love & blessings to you and your family Mark!

[@phemery1182]

THANK YOU! much needed support right now new sub in Boston grateful and blessed to have you

[@angelmartin308]

I’m finding your channel so very helpful!!! Thank you! 🙏

[@mary-janechambers3596]

This is living in freedom. ☺️

[@oejn2019]

@markdejesus thank you so much for this. I will have to watch it again to identify which of the 10 resonated with me the most. By the way, I am almost done reading God Loves Me and I Love Myself. A excellent book! Thanks again!