Are You Cleaning with High Functioning Depression?

Are you cleaning with high functioning depression? Are you following routines? Are you on track for a while and then suddenly slide off the rails? Do you have low energy and fatigue even though you are slugging through every day? You're not alone.
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** CLEANING WITH HIGH FUNCTIONING DEPRESSION CHAPTERS **
0:00 - How do you clean with high-functioning depression?
0:36 - How do you keep from going off the rails at any point?
1:36 - Traumatic events can trigger depression
2:10 - What resources are available to you for getting help?
2:25 - What will the outcome be if you drift aimlessly through depression?
2:58 - what physical fitness activities can you incorporate into your day?
3:18 - What responsibilities do you have and how can you still do those?
3:38 - What routines can you do on autopilot every day?
3:58 - What will you find if you look at the root of the problem instead of mute it?
4:22 - What are the warning signs telling you?
5:54 - What in your life is trigging the warning signs?
6:25 - What do your beliefs say about the situation you are in?
6:46 - Are you your own worst critic or your own best friend?
7:31 - What are you capable of doing today? Give yourself grace.
7:58 - Are there other factors in your life triggering depression?
8:18 - Can you create systems that turn into routines you do on autopilot?
9:42 - The compound effect is the sum of the things you do each day.
10:15 - Have you been to see a doctor?
10:54 - Is your diet contributing to how you feel?
11:33 - What is the price you pay for ignoring your feelings?
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[@maryellenerikson1397]

Years ago I was horribly depressed to the point of being suicidal and a co-worker who was a nurse said that it wasn't depression if I was still going to work. That made me feel even worse. Thank you for being willing to share your experience, which I am sure wasn't easy. I'm sure there are people out there struggling that might not have the support they need or don't feel like they should take the time for themselves that can now see a light at the end of the tunnel because a housecleaning expert took the time to share. 😘

[@susanhildreth1531]

I'd say that nurse probably shouldn't be a nurse. Just because someone shows up to work doesn't mean they can't be depressed or suicidal. I've felt that way for years. I still needed a paycheck. And you really don't want people to know you think of driving off every bridge you pass on the way to work.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh no, what a sad story to be horribly depressed and have a nurse misdiagnose it from a distance. Did you finally figure out what was at the root of the issue? And how are you doing now? Thanks for watching, and for joining the conversation. 🤗

[@cctaina]

@@susanhildreth1531 exactly, i did also

[@fluffy17yt]

@@susanhildreth1531 l9-GHFw&trapType

[@belindamarie3222]

Thank you for sharing your experience, which was a horrible thing to happen to you. So sorry that happened to you. It is very helpful to hear how you dealt with it..and the systems that sustained you. And I'm exactly like you with regards to the sugar. I love having dessert..but sugar makes me feel totally drained..and depressed 😰

[@judyrobertson9479]

You've missed your calling. My husband died last month after years of illness. I have experience evrything you mentioned. If it were not for the dog needing to go out I wouldn't get out of bed. Thank you. This has been very timely and very helpful.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Judy, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. My heart aches for you. I'm sending you a big virtual hug. 🤗

[@anitasyvalahti1730]

I am so sorry your loss💖🙏💖-

[@cctaina]

Glad you are able to go out.

[@ritabosico3328]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@eleanorbuck715]

You are so right, Angela, about systems! When I was 42, my little girl, age 6, died after a short illness. It was totally unexpected! At the time, I had a mother living with me with dementia, a father nearby with Parkinson's, and 2 aunts with serious heart conditions. PS I was an only child , so everyone depended on me! ..It was brutal and my health failed from all the stress. However, the fact that I had to care for my mother and family, as well as, a surviving 3 year old kept my sanity long enough to eventually become whole again! I had to get up, keep house, care for my family,....I had no choice....But, it got me out of bed in the morning and made me function....I would never want to relive those 10 years of my life again. Nor wish it on anyone else. Through your pain, you have developed logic and compassion. Thank you for sharing your wisdom!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh Eleanor, I am so sorry for all you have gone through. I am happy to hear the systems got you through the toughest of those times. I am blessed to have you share your story and I’m sending hugs your way. 🤗

[@bluesash10]

Oh my, you could be a therapist too. Thank you for sharing your personal story; it gives all the more weight to your advice because you've gone through it, and you explain everything so well. I'm so grateful to have found your channel. It goes so much deeper than just cleaning surfaces; it helps to clean out the mind and life. Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your kind words! I share the things that have helped me cope, in hopes that it may help others.

[@evelynsweeney7381]

I think perhaps this is the best advice I've ever heard on living your life with high functioning depression. Thank you so much.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

What a lovely thing to say. Thanks for joining the conversation and spending a few minutes of your day here with me. 🙏

[@amyburns3237]

The cyclical weeks are true for me. I’m a house cleaner too. Lots of ups and downs. I chose this profession after being laid off after a breast cancer mastectomy chemotherapy and lots of left over side effects from that experience. Thank you for sharing this. I needed it!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are welcome! I hope you are doing well. Sending hugs.🤗

[@amyburns3237]

@@AskAngelaBrown thank you! Hugs back to you

[@9384cows]

Thank you for responding. I was raised in a very dysfunctional family, starting with our mother, of back stabbers, liars and trouble makers and as the oldest of 5 at 71, I am intentionally estranged from them all to protect myself. It has contributed to a lot of depression. I do not trust any of them. But it is still very hard. I am glad that you were able to make peace with your family. I hope you are very happy.

[@angelacross2216]

One thing I would do when overwhelmed with all I needed to do yet feeling a total lack of energy and motivation was to do that thing I wanted to do. However I only allowed myself one KZbin video or one book chapter before doing a task like washing the dishes. Then I would reward myself with another video/chapter before wiping down all the kitchen surfaces and so on throughout the day. By the end of the day I had completed everything that needed to be done and enjoyed multiple enjoyable diversions which would leave me feel both productive and rested.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing your tips for cleaning : )

[@Laceycrochet]

This is what I do as well xx💜🇬🇧

[@kathyingram3061]

~Yes, i do this too & it seems to work really well!!!~

[@lisayerace5578]

Angela, I’m not a house cleaner, but have always just been drawn to you, your practical advice and caring way with people. You have given me so many tips that I use all the time. To learn a little bit about you and what you have been through - well, was so inspiring. What a traumatic beginning to your adult life. And look at you now! Anyway, you’re an ANGEL to so many people on here. You REALLY CARE about others…. And that shines through. Thank you so much for sharing a part of YOU/your life…. And for giving people some tools and mostly - HOPE. We never know what people have gone through or what they’re going through, currently…… being helpful and kind is always in style….. and you are ALWAYS that. As for menopause…. Ha….. about through now…… WTH????? WHY did our mothers not TELL us this would be what it was like. Probably because they didn’t want to scare us to DEATH! Haha! Whew! Thank goodness for a little hormone replacement therapy!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I love it! 😆 Thank you for watching the show and taking the time to comment.

[@lenas5613]

Thank you Angela. You're speaking to me in this video. My depression has gotten worse worse since my retirement. Covid kept me isolated ...without my social support...I did zooms, but it's not the same. You're so generous in sharing your story with us. ❤

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Lena, I’m so glad you liked the video. Keep me posted on how you are doing.

[@lenas5613]

@@AskAngelaBrown I I appreciate your respons Angela.❤ I've finally gotten a flooring project going, after putting it off for too long. Asking for help is still a .most difficult thing for me. I'm blessed with a neighbor who's most generous with his time. 😊

[@jackieblue6116]

You just helped me so much. I am in tears. I could listen to you all day while I try to do regular things.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Jackie, Thank you for watching the show and leaving a comment. I appreciate you! 🤗

[@LivingplantbasewithRosie]

Great video just sent it to my daughter, she is a single mother of three and ever weekend she calls me saying ‘I’m so depressed cause my house is so dirty and I can’t get my self to clean it’. This video will definitely help her, once again Angela thank 🙏 you for a incredible video.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for sharing the video with your daughter. I hope that it helps her and that she feels better soon. Keeping her in my prayers. She will get thru it. Sending you hugs. 🙏🤗

[@LivingplantbasewithRosie]

@@AskAngelaBrown 🙏💕

[@yesiownfrodo]

As someone who was a single mom who worked and went to college, can I make a suggestion? Tell her that you are getting a sitter for a day, you are taking her to get her nails done (or get a foot massage, etc), and while you all are gone, you're having a professional housekeeper come and clean the house for her. Give her a clean slate to work with. Let her set the date if she wants. Having something positive to look forward to and also a helping hand will be a giant help for her.

[@Rita-hz2iu]

Thank you. This video open my eyes to get help. I have suffered from depression for quite some time. On top of having issues in my lifetime that has brought it on, I was diagnosed with RA a little over 12 years ago. I don’t want to take meds for my depression but doing it my way is not working. I do have a small cleaning business, no employees. I know I could take on more houses to clean but because of my depression I just don’t accept new clients. I let things stress me out because of my depression. I don’t bring up my issues with my clients, for example, I have a client who is a new mother and when I walk into home lately, every other week, she is totally not ready for me. Dirty pans, dishes, mail, clothes etc… in the kitchen…miscellaneous stuff on island, dining room table, etc. Lately I just want to walk right back out the door. She always apologizes as she’s picking up. I just shut down because it’s getting old. I get stress before I even walk through the door. It wasn’t like this at first because she worked outside of the home, now she works from home. I just feel it throws me off because I have a routine and because of this I have to start in a other area of the house, which of course isn’t ready for me to clean but it’s a smaller room, I make it work. I understand being a new mother. My depression/stress is taking a toll on me. The ups and down. Thank you again for this video.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I’m so sorry Rita! Good news is your client that is a new mom will eventually get adjusted to her new life and hopefully things will start to slide back into place. Thank you for watching my video.

[@barbbrown295]

Angela, I love you! I’m going through depression but still spending most of my time on the couch on my iPad. One thing you said that struck a note with me is that sugar is my worst enemy! (Glazed donuts & Pepsi is poison to me.) so I don’t eat those things but I’m sure making up for that with other sugary junk. Yep, I need to put these junk foods into the poison list!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It's not easy to let go of the sugar, but try to get rid of one thing each week. Baby steps are ok. Thanks for watching!

[@kathymorgan8453]

Thank you for being so transparent with your own depression. It is encouraging to many experiencing the same.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! I wanted to share my experince hoping that it will help others. Thanks for watching!

[@andinewman4865]

You know what gets me up in the morning? My CATS!! I have 4 & I have to clean & feed them every day. Pets are invaluable for depressed people-for many reasons.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Andi, I’m sure your cats find you invaluable too. Thanks so much for leaving a comment. 😊

[@allisonkanahele9097]

I like the "can do" spirit. Sometimes Mondays I find can be difficult, and I always tell myself "you can do this", which motivates me enough to get moving. How we talk to ourselves is so important.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

💯 % You are right!

[@susanhildreth1531]

I've been severely depressed since around 2000. I take meds, can't live without them. I'm 50 now and in October I started on ADHD medicine and it has really helped. Menopause brings those issues out. My house is still cluttered and dirtier than I would like. I do find though that I can get cleaning done, or tossing junk, while watching Hoarders. Seriously.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Susan, thanks for checking in. I'm sorry to hear about the change in 2000, that is a long time to suffer from such a debilitating situation. I'm also happy to hear that you've found something that is working better for you now and pray that on this journey you process gets easier and smoother. I'm sending you a big virtual hug. 🤗

[@anitasyvalahti1730]

Susan, thank you to you comment. I also have a depress and anxiety. Lot of changing in my life situation. My menopause 6 years ago. Still i have lot of symptoms. In time menopause i did feel, i lost all my joy of life. It is worst feeling. It is every day in my life. My house is also quite messy. I don´t like it. I am watching hoarders also. Not helped, they live so different life. I send all the best on you life.

[@mossyoakmom8880]

When my youngest daughter and I would watch hoarders we would get up on the commercials and decluttering something 😂.

[@shadowprovesunshine]

Same here it's great motivation.

[@cctaina]

Hmm, i didnt even think about menopause affecting me. This might be my issue. Tnx

[@sararomero7090]

Me: Just looking for some cleaning advice and stumbled across Angela’s channel, thought I’d check out 1 or 2 of her videos on mops or microfiber towels Three hours later: Still binging Angela’s videos and getting some deep, insightful life advice 🤔🙏🏻😇

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Sara, Welcome! I am so glad you have been enjoying the videos. 😊

[@judyholmes4878]

This is super advice! I’ve been living with depression for at least 25 years. The analogy of the road signs is a revelation! I’m retired and I last worked at the end of 2019, so I went into retirement and isolation at the same time. I’m a very creative person, so I have channeled the isolation into quilting, crochet, and other crafts, but the lack of contact has been difficult. I’m going to take your advice and pay attention to the symptoms and put some systems in place that will help me get my house in order. Thank you so much for this video. I’ve become a subscriber and look forward to seeing more from you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Judy, thanks for joining me here, and thanks for sharing this with us. Isolation is needed at times, but so is socialization. If nothing else, consider joining an online book club via zoom where you can interact with others once a week or so. It's important to recharge your emotional batteries which lifts your spirits while you're doing the hobbies and household projects. Thanks for subscribing and WELCOME to the channel. 🤗

[@lelaruiz3101]

Hi Angela. I'm a professional cleaner and I feel depressed i guess for years now..... unlike other cases... I keep myself the busiest possible... I can't stop even though I want to be in bed for days.. I have a lot of responsibilities and urgent situations so I can't stop. Thank you so much for the video and the advice.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I'm so sorry that you're going through this. I do want to send you a big virtual hug 🤗and let you know you're not alone. Thanks for watching and stay in touch. I'm here rooting for you.

[@jeanettekulick5394]

You are correct about the effects of sugar. I gave up cold cereal about four years ago and replaced the usual breakfast foods with two pieces of fruit, a slice of cheese and two tablespoons of chopped nuts. This gives me enough power to get all the way to lunch without sagging.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is great! Thank yo for sharing your cereal replacement.

[@flowersafeheart]

Beautiful, Angela. And I loved the first depression video by you too. And the one about respectfully cleaning people's homes when the homes have a lot of clutter or even hoarding. And bunch of your cleaning videos. Your work ethic is so strong, your communication clear, and I feel the care you put into the videos and your work.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you kindly! i am humbled by your words. Thank you for taking the time to comment, I appreciate it!

[@tommy123333]

So familiar. After work I don't feel like doing anything. My house is a mess and I would be embarrassed inviting anyone over. Clicked in this vid to get some help with cleaning but getting some life advice as well !

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are not alone whne it comes to that. But I have faith that you will get your home the way you want it. You can do it! Thanks for watching!

[@drbettyschueler3235]

I was a mental-health therapist and your advice is spot on. I have major depression so I have surrounded myself with animals that I have to get up and take care of each day. I know that, without them, I would eventually make really bad decisions about my life because I'm fighting metastatic breast cancer and the battle has gone on for 29 years. I often want to give up, but I know that is just a temporary feeling that will soon pass, and there are lots of great times still ahead of me. That has gotten me through repeated rounds of radiation, chemo, and surgeries. And, like you, when it feels like too much to even get out of bed, I tell myself I'll just make myself a cup of coffee and return to bed. But once up, I decide I might as well get something to eat, and one thing leads to another until I find I no longer want to go back to bed. Setting small goals, when tired and depressed, are vital stepping stones to achieving larger goals.

[@bumblebaa2327]

thank you for posting :) I do this too: "make a cup and then go back to bed" and once I'm downstairs there's something there that interests me. I have stopped trying to get out of bed on willpower and then being cross with myself. "Let's make a cup and see" works much better. Or this morning the cat making vomiting noises downstairs! that got me up too. But I went straight back to bed :D Don't give the animals ideas for training their human ;) I hope you have some nice moments today too. I often look at how animals live, in their moments, and try to copy. Or just enjoy their moments. Best wishes to you doctor! best from Anna in Europe

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing and for joining the conversation. I love how you get out of bed and give the day a chance. Sure, you can always go back to bed, but what happens if you get sidetracked while you're up and you stumble into something magnificent to do for the day? Every day when I get up, I long for more sleep - but I tell myself I'll squeeze in a nap later, and sometimes I do. But once I'm up and in the middle of something productive, I'm so glad I got up and got going. 🤗

[@w8what575]

Have U seen the news reports about the monoclonal antibody treatment they have for c o v I d have cured 100% of all cancer in recipients…they also have a cancer treatment that has been 100% effective in curing many forms of it….please look into it and give it a consider…wish u well

[@opalskyartwork]

High functioning depression is the reason I clean

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing this and letting others know that it is possible. Cleaning can be therapeutic and then when you are done and you feel better - you also get to live in the clean house. Therapy with benefits. :-)

[@opalskyartwork]

@@AskAngelaBrown It can be therapeutic but I also feel like I have to be productive all the time

[@PinkMarshmallows]

Good Lord, this is what I needed to hear lbvs. I actually got out of my depressive episode yesterday. Did dishes, cleaned my pool, and used some weed killer. I'm so thankful that I have a husband who understands I have these episodes. When I was a teen (32 now) I was diagnosed with Major Depression. I was on anti depressants for a year or 2, but it didn't work for me, so I decided to stop taking them (it was Zoloft). Then I met my husband in high school and he was sort of my medication. I didn't think of my depression when I was with him, I was just me and I loved it. It's probably not healthy to think like that, but that's how it is and it's how I cope. I get up every morning (4:30 am) with him, make his and my coffee, ask him if he wants anything to eat, and set him off with a goodbye kiss. With this video (and your clean through depression video), you've earned my subscribe. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I'm so glad that ou found the videos helpful. And happy to know that you are feeling better. Kudos to your husband for being undertanding and very supportive of you. Thank you for subscribing! Sending you positive thoughts, prayers and hugs. 🙏🤗😊

[@themiserykid]

I told my therapist that you guys remind me of each other and just emailed her this video LOL. Angela, you are more than a cleaning coach, you are a life coach. You are amazingly compassionate and helpful in everything you put out. I am going to post this on my Instagram to share. Love your content.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow, thank you so much for your kind words! This really warms my heart and made me smile. Sending hugs. 🤗

[@-growler-2810]

I needed this. Thank you so so much. You're a wonderful woman and a blessing to us all ❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for taking the time today to drop by and also drop me a line. I appreciate your kind words, and you checking in. 🤗

[@gillb9222]

What an incredible video. I am so, so grateful that you randomly popped up in my feed. You have come into my life at the perfect time too. Even just listening to your voice is calming and your advice is so perfect. Thank you xx I am so sorry about what happened with your sister, that must have been so traumatic. Sending you love ❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your kind words and compassion. It was traumatic for me to lose my sister who was my best friend to my fiance who was also my best friend in a different way. For a couple of years, I felt like damaged goods that had been discarded. The good news is that the experience molded me into a completely different person. And when I met years later, the husband I did marry, he was the perfect fit for the person I had become. (And we are still married to this day 20 years later. 😍🙏) Sidebar: All is well between me and my sister and her husband, we eventually grew up and became friends again. 👍

[@cheekymonkey7209]

You are the best friend, sister, mother, auntie we ALL need in our lives! Thank you so much for all your amazing posts. Always inspiring, encouraging and positive. I hope you realise how much you are appreciated! Love from London 🇬🇧 xXx

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so kind! Thank you for watching the show and taking the time to leave a comment. Cheers!

[@mariarooney6262]

Amazing life testimony. I can relate to everything you said. Only I ignored ALL the warning signs because if fear. I went off the cliff. It was and has been catastrophic. I’m still paying the consequences and will for the rest of my life. I’m fighting very hard doing everything I know to do. Thank you for sharing your heart and helping many people through your platform. I’ve been listening to your cleaning videos for a long time. ❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Maria, I appreciate you watching the show and taking the time to leave a comment. I’m routing for you! Keep me posted on your progress. 🙏

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hello Maria, Thanks for joining me here and I am so sorry you've experienced this type of struggle. I love your comment "I'm fighting very hard doing everything I know to do." This is fantastic news. You're fighting the good fight and you will come out on top a champion. Please keep me posted. I'm here rooting for you. 👏👏👏

[@kathyduer7108]

Dont know why this came up on my playlist but i believe everything happens for a reason. I needed to hear everything you were talking about. Nice to know im not "crazy" and not alone in this hole i have fallen down. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Kathy, You are welcome. I appreciate you taking the time to reach out and leave a comment. Sending virtual hugs your way : )

[@alpal87]

Thank you for sharing your betrayal story with your sister. I’ve had a narcissistic sister all my life, I’ve struggled with major depression disorder since 8th grade. I’m 30 now. I’ve made great strides but the enemy tries to keep you low. I appreciate what you’re doing and glad I clicked on your video. Subscribed.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I appreciate you sharing your story here and for subscribing to my channel. 😊

[@mlebrooks]

Today I did 2 loads of dishes and a load of laundry. It should be great but it's Wednesday and it's the first I've done this week.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You did the laundry and the dishes. That is huge. And now look how much cleaner things are. I'm so proud of you. 👏👏👏

[@dotsyjmaher]

Wow...thank you for sharing...I came out of extreme child abuse by my mother..I had to take over at 14 and STILL got abuse.. attracted crazies, and 3 out of 4 siblings turned out as abusive as my mother. I ended up in poverty due to MAJOR thefts and savagery by those I made huge sacrifices for.. Then fell in a manhole do to criminally negligent employer..7 years recovery ..hung out to dry... Finally well enough to try to recover damages and thefts..I got hit with Hurricanes Katrina/ Rita back to back... 14 years drifting FEMA trailers to public housing.. Joblessness due to disasters..finally gave up..took pitiful retirement at 62 to try to survive.. I functioned ONLY for my pets..as the long term pets went one by one I got deeply depressed...and severe weather brought back crippling... I keep trying and falling back... You are HUGELY inspiring..THANK YOU! I did really well the last couple of weeks but was getting stressed again with worry about the future... AND..tonight I found your channel...tomorrow I WILL start again and MAKE IT THIS TIME❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

So happy to know that you will try again to stay motivated. You can do it! sending you positive thoughts, prayers and hugs. I will be rooting for you!!😊🙏🤗🙌

[@chixbleau7321]

I’ve had many devastating issues in the last three years..I get up every morning..feed my dogs cats walk the dogs..I’d rather sleep..but I get up early and work my System..if I did t have that System I’d be in bed feeling depressed..I’ve thought about this multiple times throughout the last few years..my dogs Sprinkles and Astro are my BEST FRIENDS ..when we do the System..it takes our mind off of our depression to a degree..Thank you for your insight..I hope other people have a System too..

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That’s wonderful that systems have helped you! Hugs to Sprinkles and Astro! 🤗

[@KDAlaska]

I'm so sorry you've dealt with depression and am happy you found a way to keep going. I believe your really trying experiences were meant to teach you how to speak to people in many different unfortunate situations. You seem very compassionate and understanding yet tuff, that's a gift! You're in the perfect line of work to help struggling folks I think. You see them in their own home, as they really are and are able to help. Thank you for sharing your stories and wisdom.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching and for your compassionate words. I do believe we are all here to help each other, if not, what is the purpose of life? 🙏💛🙏

[@zupemn1995]

I so loved this. I have delt with depression all my life and am now witnessing my daughter going through this and it breaks my heart. All I know to tell her is get up and keep going you have so much to give to the people you love.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is wonderful advice to your daughter. She’s lucky to have you in her life. Keep routing for her!!!

[@carolkolenda1843]

I am 65 yrs.old with asthma and copd. Have anxiety and depression just push through my tasks. Thanks for making this video!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for watching, I hope it helps! 😍🤗

[@AmandaBabyyyyy]

You are such a light, Angela! You provide such a valuable service…there are a multitude of reasons that someone might need help cleaning their house, but knowing there are providers out there who are so compassionate and non-judgmental is really encouraging. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!! 🖤

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks, Amanda for your comments of compassion towards our community. I appreciate you joining the conversation and inspiring others in knowing it's okay to ask for help. 🙏

[@theycallmeyo-yo3107]

I needed to hear your story of heart betrayed by your sister! I so relate. It's a special kind of love, isn't it? The many years of playing together, fighting together, waiting for Santa to come, watching cartoons, giggling together, crying together, protecting each other,,,. And then BOOM!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@UtahGmaw99]

This was a big help to me right now. There are some studies out that show brain inflamation can be an important part of being depressed. If you don't eat right get enough sleep and get exercise etc. You can add to the stress you are going through and you go down hill. It all fits. Thanks so much you have helped me a lot. My house even looks better now. Be well. 😊

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I’m so glad the show has helped you and your house. Keep me posted on how you are doing. 🤗

[@AskAngelaBrown]

YES! What you said about getting enough sleep and exercise and don't forget about keeping hydrated. Whenever I'm dehydrated I get a splitting headache. Water + 10 minutes usually cure it right up. Headaches affect my moods as well. 😜

[@mimis105dobbins3]

You are absolutely wonderful,God bless you

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your kind words. God Bless you too. 🙏

[@aimeemariefournier1013]

I need this today no executive function

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you Aimee for spending time with me here today. It's great to have you in our circle of friends. 👍

[@susantomkins8798]

Thank you so much for this Angela! You have enormous insight and empathy for others x

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome Susan! I'm not a therapist, but I share the things that have helped me cope, in hopes that it may help others. Thank you for watching the video and for taking the time to comment.

[@shoshannaalexandra1025]

Your channel has been such a blessing to me, both practically with the cleaning advice and emotionally with all the super relatable stories you share. I just want to commend you on a personal level for your resilience and how you're always choosing to fall forward in your life despite what it throws at you, you're a total boss babe and I admire your strength and positivity so much!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for your king words and for taking the time to write this comment, I truly appreciate it! 🤗😊

[@sharleanebailey2795]

Miss Angela. Thank you! I’ve always had depression. I’ve been out of work for just over a year with other medical issues. I did hire a cleaner, which helps with things I cannot physically do, and to keep up with dusting and floors. I will stick to my daily schedule as you suggested. I will also vow to make healthy choices and changes. Thank you ma’am! I will start with your video tonight. God bless you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Sharleane, thanks for your kind words and for joining me here today. I'm so thrilled you hired a house cleaner and are taking steps that care for yourself. You deserve to live in a clean home. Thanks also for keeping me in the loop. I'm so proud of your progress and am here rooting for you. 🙏

[@gailremp8389]

I am watching a video here in 7/2022 of a fellow that was going on homes of people with cats in New York City. And he was amazed at what he discovered in some homes. One of the most profound was a lady who was a corporate person. Extremely sharp. Extremely professional. And when he came into her home while she was at work to take care of the cats, there were clothes strewn all over the place. Dishes piled up. You know seriiys clutter. And she was a high-functioning. depressed person. And I totally got it. Now I am retired and still doing my best but it really happened..

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for sharing! 👍

[@randyndawna]

That guy missed out on a pretty amazing woman!🥰 Great advice and information that may help people who might not even be aware that they're going through a high functioning depression. Thank you!👏😊

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to write this comment, I appreciate it!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your kind words. You just made my day. 😊

[@yesiownfrodo]

A friend of mine shared this video with me this morning, 7 a.m., and I now feel... validated, I think is the wrong word, or perhaps somehow seen. On September 25th my father died after a painful illness, and we then went to Ohio to bury him on a Monday. I was so raw. We drove home and five days later my dog was hit by a car and I was carrying her body into the crematorium. I just felt blindsided by God, like I'd been hit below the belt. It 's now the Monday before Thanksgiving and I've been feeling like I wish that I could just sleep through this week and wake up when it is over. Your video has given me HOPE, Acknowledgement, and a PLAN. In our family, everything is fake, we fake "fine", we fake "happy", etc. I've decided to take your advice about my feelings. No matter what anyone says, my feelings are my own and I don't have to fake anything to make everyone else happy. Of course, I'm not dumping on anyone, but if they ask me how I'm doing I am going to tell them the truth, that I'm working my way through the grief process and I really appreciate their prayers and friendship. I'm not going to invalidate them by faking like I'm somehow happy right now. And you're 100% right about diet and everything else. Nail on the head. I'm going to try to be my own best friend for the first time in my life and nurture myself; I'm the only one here to do it and one is enough.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I am so sorry for your multiple losses of love, friendship, and companionship. I can't imagine what you must be feeling right now. I'm sending you a big virtual hug 🤗 and saying a prayer for your comfort. 🙏 I also love the fact that you called a spade a spade and acknowledged the "fake fine" that many families play to keep peace - and that you are honoring your feelings in a healthy and sane way. I applaud you for your willingness to work through this at your own pace and in your own way. I'm really proud of you. 👏👏👏

[@JH-sm5xh]

By some amazing stroke of luck I happened upon your channel today. ..a day when I was feeling so overwhelmed. I watched a few videos and everything you impart really resonates with me. I love you practical approach and it’s good to know that the challenges I am facing are not unique to me . Most of all I appreciate the simple tips , exercise and chipping away consistently with small tasks … keep up with your channel you are really amazing and what you are doing does really help and it makes a difference . I hope your life is full of happiness …

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Wow! Your comment is so incredibly kind and I really appreciate you! Cheers! 🤗

[@j.n.sloane]

I have shared this video with my sisters and online because I feel solidly in solidarity with you and your message. This video is so practical and human and I am very grateful that you shared your experiences because you are absolutely right: we are not alone in feeling this way. One of the hardest things about being a woman is how few platforms exist for us to bond with our "sisters" and share the wisdom of our gender. Thanks again, Angela, for having the courage to share your journey. I'm sure you are helping a lot of us and leaving the world a cleaner place than we found it in so many way.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! I share my experience and the things that have helped me in hopes that it helps others. Thank you for sharing your kind words and thoughts with us.

[@claricesutter3908]

Thank you, Angela, for sharing your own experience so openly. I have had high functioning depression all my life. As I’ve gotten older I’ve found my resilience is just not there. This video couldn’t have come at a better time. I woke up this morning with the resolve to begin being more intentional each day, rather than escaping through tv or my iPad. Thank you for your tips. It helps to remember that I’m not the only one…

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Clarice, I appreciate you taking the time to reach out and leave a comment. Keep me posted on how things are going for you. 😊

[@mistybrown8158]

Thank you for your candor!!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Misty for watching and for taking the time to drop me a line. It's great to have you here.

[@rosevv2774]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m sorry that you experienced such sadness. Depression is so hard. You have a gift for explaining things and are a beautiful blessing to the world. Thank you for all you do to care about and help people. You truly amaze me. 💗

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I appreciate you watching the show!

[@debbiedouglas2264]

Angela, thank you for this video. And thank you for sharing your life. I know that’s not always easy. I suffer from depression and anxiety. I am recently retired and I am having trouble finding my “groove” , my new routine. I need to get a “system” in place and learn to just push through. Thank you so much for taking time to talk to us about this! Blessings to you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Blessings to you too! 🤗 🙏

[@natewatt7365]

Sitting here watching this crying...I want so badly to help clean this house.....I'm so sick with depression I can barely function...but I know if I sit here and rot then nothing will get done..I'm going to try my hardest today to clean at least one room...I hope I can find the strength...I'll be listening to you

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Nate, I love that you joined us here today. You're in a magical place - wanting to change the living situation and feeling the full-on effects of not doing it. Instead of cleaning a whole room - pick one item, drinks, for example. Pick all the cups, mugs, water bottles, and cans from one room and wash or toss them. Go to the next room if you are able and gather all the drinks there. Do the same washing or tossing. Go to the next room. If you only make it through one room, that is okay. But you will start a domino-chain reaction where every room you go in you will start to see drinks - they will be highlighted and pop out at you - and you will know what to do. It's a great way to start without too much overwhelm and without creating bigger piles without knowing what to do with them. You've got this. I'm here rooting for you. 👏👏👏

[@sunnygirl87]

I listened again. Thank You! ❤️ Do you have any clue to how much you have GIVEN away. I have the same response to sugar. Because it triggered migraines, I stay away, Usually! Lessons learned. You smacked me with stuff that is Me Too! I appreciate that. I too was convinced I was dying. At 58, I figured, oh must be cancer, and it has gone to my bones! Duh, break down and get a doctor to evaluate me, get blood levels. Also, eat better. As a vegan/plant based, I do my best but I am living off junk post bad COVID. Thanks again. Love Light Peace

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for watching! Sending prayers for your healing and hugs! You got this!🙏🤗

[@vanessalore9942]

I recently quit smoking through a CBT program. I discovered one of the reasons I smoked is what they call a lack of certainty. Smoking basically hijacks your dopamine system. Just completing a task gives a shot of dopamine. Walking gives you a shot of dopamine. So it’s not just the confidence it gives you, it is an actual physical response. The structure is really important. The bad news and the good news is now I have to face those things I’ve been trying to escape. It’s a process. I may not get my dopamine system straightened out for a few more months. In the meantime that structure even a small one provides a base and that healthy shot of confidence. It really works!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great info, thanks! 👍

[@GilliMarieMoody]

That was amazing. Thank you (again). I am reminded of the daily exercise I did whenever… a romance bombed😞. I did cut back on sugar years ago due to too many weird aches and also due to family Diabetes. I was/am also really hyper-energetic, when post-sugar, not unlike coffee. It never occurred to me that sugar might also help me to feel tired🚶🏽‍♀️. Pasta, for sure, makes me feel tired. And… I find that carbs during the DAY ONLY has been truly helpful. As a result, I go to bed earlier which helps with the (Advanced ADHD) fatigue and, certainly, I wake☀️up earlier too. (This all has to be planned, of course.) Still… The fact that you were able to deal with such a profound depression AND have employees rely on you at the same time boggles the mind😱. Perhaps, this fact was helpful to you too? I mean, I shouldn’t need a bad romance to remember to do daily soul-saving🧘🏽‍♀️ exercise…. SIGH. Need to have it regularly in place. Thank you🙏🏽 again so much for the valuable reminder. Cheers.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Gillian for the kind words and for spending a few minutes of your day here with me. I appreciate you. 🙏

[@freshstartgreencleaning]

Thank you for this video. I struggle with depression. This is a very important thing to talk about and you did eloquently.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! Thank you for your kind words and feedback.

[@christophermirra790]

Terri here. Wow, Angela. You are speaking to me. Thank you. Very much. Very much.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching the video, hope it was helpful.

[@gabrielarmijo9767]

I'm a 36 year old male from Albuquerque New Mexico I have been hopeless seeking a solution to my depression and uncleanliness I came across one of your videos of how to clean when you are depressed and already in the first hour it's changed a lot of my mindset and sometimes I can change my mind be happy about something and then fall right back into the depression I was in I'm going to try and stick to a plan I appreciate you putting out this video because it has definitely helped change my thoughts about so many issues that arise in my life thank you

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to drop me a line. You're not alone, and I'm here rooting for you. Cleanliness is a little part of every day. The key is to realize that you deserve to live in a clean home and healthy home, and when you do small tasks that lead you towards that, you are doing something nice for yourself. 🤗🤗🤗

[@alison5009]

The person writing the letter was me, until I couldn’t work anymore. I want to get to high functioning depression again! ( which isn’t even good). Anyone reading this, we will get there. Thank you for this video!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I want you to be high functioning without the depression. You deserve a life of feeling fantastic WHILE doing all the things you love to do on a daily basis. I'm sending you a big virtual hug. 🤗

[@alison5009]

@@AskAngelaBrown thank you so much! I’m working on it! :)

[@mernie2011]

Thank you, Alison, for writing that letter. And thank you, Angela, for this video. It has been a god send! A lot of people are suffering with depression and after reading all these comments, I feel better knowing I am not alone. It is a daily struggle but we have to keep on keeping on. The advice in this video is a good motivator. Thank you!

[@Daniela-vo4hi]

Thank you so much for making this video. There's some really great advice here. Paying attention to the early warning signs is something I've never done because I didn't know that was a thing. Now I see, there really are some subtle changes in behaviour and thinking patterns that happen for a few days before the depression gets really bad. So taking action in the early stages will help! Also, being your own best friend sounds like a major key. If we can be our own soft place to fall, we won't have that constant self pressure to perform to others' standards. Being sweeter to ourselves mentally and emotionally, I'm sure would make a huge difference in depression levels. I'm certainly very hard on myself and that needs to change. Lastly, thank you Angela, for being vulnerable and sharing your life experience. I realise you're not a psychologist, but you're really helping a lot of people.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so kind to take the time to leave me such a generous comment. I appreciate you!

[@moreynolds9870]

Hi! I’ve just commented on one of your previous videos. I have just found your channel. I thought the person you described in there was me. But this is me! Totally me. I started crying when I realised you were describing me! I’ve found THE NEW TAPE, I will listen to it tonight. I hope you don’t mind me writing - I’m 66, 30 years ago I was diagnosed with CFS/Fybromyalgia. It had devastated my life from what it used to be. Cut a long story short it has caused my depression. I used to have a high powered job, exercise daily p, had a great social life until this condition took it away. Now I spend a lot of time in bed sleeping. I really want to change how I feel, I can’t change the fact that I have CFS, but there must be more to my life than this. I feel I have no purpose in life. I have never written this down before. Time to face my feeling. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I’m Mo from U.K. sending love and thanks. 🙏🙏🙏 xx 🌻🌻😻

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Mo, I am so sorry about your CFS diagnosis. Keep me posted on how you are doing. Here is a playlist on health and wellness. Not all tips may applicable but you might find bits and pieces helpful: kzbin.info/aero/PLh1fKdNH3piSVlZUaw-MnMBOZh8K1dPCz Sending hugs and prayers 🤗 🙏

[@annarussell3751]

I really like what you said about being your own best friend. Also, I liked going to plan B. What can I do? I have done that. It helps me to feel better about accomplishing something. Your timing is wonderful. I really needed this. I just watched your older video you mentioned yesterday. What a coincidence. Maybe it came up on lots of people’s feeds. I’m going to rewatch it, too. I started to watch some of the links you had included yesterday, too. Thank you! I would like more of these on how to keep progressing. I have so much to do. It can be overwhelming.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I'm so glad that you enjoyed this video. And that you are taking the steps to feel better. This makes me happy. I'm hoping to make more videos that can be helpful to you and others. Sending hugs. 🤗

[@shadowprovesunshine]

Me too, kind of my own worst enemy. I'm always tearing myself down and criticizing myself, its exhausting! Why cant I be kind to myself, nurturing....

[@LpoolDogLover]

Thank you Angela! I’ve been going through this for 2 years due to Covid. I really respect you and I’m glad you made this video. I’ll be putting a system in place now and I’ll stop ignoring the signs. Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are welcome! Jean give it a try...you can do it! I'll be rooting for you! 🙌

[@dplj4428]

Always informative. I’d never heard of High functioning depression, just chronic depression or the blahs. Maybe it’s like going to work, paying your bill, going through the day just to make it home and ball up like a rug bug as soon as you’re behind closed doors or alone. Pursuit of perfection is toxic. We are humans, never perfect.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad to know that the video was informative, I hope you enjoyed it. And you are correct, we are human and not perfect. Thanks for watching!

[@TravisStamper]

Just watched the first one and then was glad to see this one came out yesterday. I suffer from this and it is a task just to have what is labeled a "normal" life. Thanks for the video

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching the videos, glad to know you enjoyed them!

[@hettiekenny5185]

Angela, you are a special person! I love learning your cleaning tips and philosophy. But this is next-level help for your peers who need your input. Your vulnerability is so appreciated…great advice you shared. Bless you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Hettie. I appreciate you hanging out in my little corner of the world, you just made my day. 🤗

[@donnaedwards9255]

Thank you! I have stuggled for too many years, and still do. Currently having better days. Suger is the monkey on my back too. So hard to stay off, but feel so much better without. It's not just bad for mood, but also increases pain. It's nice to know we're not alone, but I'm sorry you've had to suffer also.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Donna, Thank you for your kindness, I appreciate you. 🤗

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hey Donna, you can be my sugar twin. We'll encourage each other to stay off sugar for both of our health. 😍👏👍

[@donnaedwards9255]

Angela, here's a smooth for you to try, and modify to your liking. All in a blender. 1/2 cup oatmeal, 2 or 3 bananas(i keep a stash in freezer, peel n freeze if they start to go bad, 1/2 cup blue berry's (or frozen berry's mix) almonds, walnuts, 1 or 2 cups of water, (depends on what you want) this makes enough for 2 breakfasts for me. I change it up from time to time, but I also add collagen/protein powder. This gives me my healthy sweet treat.

[@barlofski]

I need to hit pause on self-medicating through binge watching Netflix K-dramas until 1 AM! Seriously, thanks for this upload. Very helpful and inspirational.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! At 1 am I'm still in dream land. Set an alarm for yourself so you know when to stop watching. Give it a try, you got this!

[@babelouis6150]

this is an amazingly wise video. youtube has fantastic places and this is one of them. bravo bravo bravo!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate you joining me here. 🙏🤗💛

[@elsmada]

Great advice. I think it would be useful if learning to be your own best friend is by practicing self compassion. It's in my opinion a great way to start an untangling life with high functioning depression.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Taking care of yourself is a big plus. Your advice is also great, thanks for sharing!

[@OrthodoxInquirer]

I've struggled with PMDD having cyclical depression from my hormone swings. It's no joke. If you realize from your own experience that teens seem to lose their minds during puberty, you know hormones are almost like a drug. I finally got some help taking progesterone only birth control called Slynd. I can't believe it's taken me this long to figure it out. I did counseling and antidepressants and it just wasn't the right treatment. If the mood swings are cyclical for anyone reading this, definitely investigate it. Great video!

[@bumblebaa2327]

Progesterone saved my life too! In Europe the brand is Utrogestan which is not birth control, just the hormone in the exact form it exists in humans. No side effects thusly! And there's prog. cream, which is over the country, for the little wobbles.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching and sharing these helpful comments. 😊

[@pickinforalivin]

I'm so sorry you went through such a traumatic thing. I appreciate even more that your advice comes from experience.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your kindness and for watching the video.

[@crybebebunny]

You outdid yourself. This is such a Wonderful, Huge, Warm, Hug. Thank you So Very Much. You are full of Wisdom. You did go through those things in vain. You are helping so many people. Even if you only help a handful, even part of this video is OUTSTANDING. You explained it, that even people who are not fluent in English could understand. I will review this video religiously. On days I am well to consciously make this catch me strategies. On days I am not well, to know that I am not alone, and it can be overcome even when I am overwhelmed. Thank you. 😊 Thank you 😊 ❣️💕❤️‍🔥✨️💝😭🎉 you are a Super Hero to many.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for your kind words and feedback! This makes me happy and I'm so glad that you found the video helpful. Sending you hugs.🤗😊

[@emmadeveto4236]

Very good advise, to me it’s mostly thoughts anxiety, negative thoughts that keep coming up that makes me feel down. I think I need to socialize more to feel better, thank u for what u are doing!!

[@bumblebaa2327]

I like to socialize, because I like the feel of connection to another kind human. I socialize one on one mostly. Coffee with the neighbour. Talk to the old fashioned greengrocer. For the thinking I am in autistic therapy, because my logical approach to life is not efficient/happy making. It turns out you can also approach life in moments and/or in feelings and/or in how the body reacts (in non-language). It's fascinating. And my thinking also carries a lot of judgements and shoulda's that I picked up from my upbringing and I can shed if I want to. Just want to tell you I am much freeer than I thought I was and maybe you are too. I wish much freedom and peace for you :)

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for joining the conversation. It's great to have you here. I love how you've reached out and have expanded your world in a meaningful way. Hats off and high five. 👏

[@erindav1]

OMG so sorry to hear of your issue...I'm so glad you came through it.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you. We always pull through right? Life is given to us in moments because we can deal with big stuff moment, by moment. 🙏

[@joyindrelie6715]

Thank you for sharing your story, and for being so respectful and helpful. We appreciate you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are welcome! And thank you for your feedback, I appreciate it!

[@leewhite-graham753]

Thank you Angela, for your attention and compassion for those of us suffering from depression. I have struggled with this most of my life, I dealt with it with exercise, eating as best as possible, but menopause really kicked the life out of me. I lost track of whatever system I had and just languish now. I have therapists, medication, although my fabulous doctor of the last 15 years just up and retired. Going through the loss of several relatives, both our cats, daughter having a breakdown, parent developing dementia, husband retiring, I am not even able to get back up to feeling lousy. Nevertheless, I truly appreciate your advice on cleaning as well as so many other subjects that can be applied to a number of life circumstances. I have recommended your videos to a number of young women who I know will benefit greatly from your always positive answers.❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for watching my videos and for recommending them too. I appreciate you!

[@Julia-xf5ps]

I really love your explanation…logical and empathetic at the same time….thank you Angela. 💜

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yay! That’s great that you found it helpful.

[@spicychickpea3477]

This is a lot more therapeutic than a lot of the therapy I went through. Thanks!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I’m glad you found the video helpful! Thanks for watching. 👍

[@andinewman4865]

It WAS depression that you had!! Some people can work & some can’t. Luckily I was able to take Time off, but some people can’t do that. So many people are in denial about depression. Depression is a DISEASE, just like diabetes or the common cold. But it is treatable!! For the cleaning lady who was betrayed by her sister AND her boyfriend-I had something like that with a”close”(?) friend. All I can say is, what goes around comes around!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for watching my video. I appreciate you! 🤗

[@TigerLilyGzzTLRoars]

Wisdom. Ty.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

👍

[@yezothebear]

Nobody knows how it really is, I asked for help at work and what I got was more work to do… People really have no clue how difficult like is with depression

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Rest is essential. Try some of the suggestions. You got this!

[@digitatissue8502]

Great message!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much!

[@tomplavchak3947]

Thanks!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for the shout-out and for the money. All of the Thanks money from our channel goes to our scholarship fund. You just paid for training for a house cleaner. Here's where the money goes. savvycleaner.com/scholarship-winners-for-2022/ THANK YOU for helping me leave the world a cleaner place.

[@samanthalynn93]

For you to share something so personal, speaks volumes about you. I love you. You fiance definitely screwed up. You are a sweet soul. I'm sorry

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Lynn for the kind words. My fiance ended up being a really nice guy, just not the best fit for me. I didn't see it at the time and I wasn't the person I was supposed to be heading into marriage. Had I married him we would surely be divorced because as we grew up, we both grew worlds apart. The universe and the good Lord took care of me on that one. 🙏🤗🙏

[@ttephi3667]

If you are cleaning with high functioning depression, I would say you are doing a _lot_ better than those with zero/low functioning depression where there is _no_ cleaning being done.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It's true there are different levels of depression and the capabilities of a person will depend on a variety of other factors from the amount of sleep one has, their diet, their exercise, their commitments, their hormones, their cognitive function, their life experience, their environment. 👍

[@ttephi3667]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thank you for your reply Angela, you are helping all of us. I agree and an important factor is also the level of apathy one feels. Sometimes, regardless of other factors, there can be varying levels (and often inexplicable) levels of apathy which are very hard to understand if one doesn't suffer from clinical depression.

[@DeBLaZeS]

Thank you for sharing your story!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for watching the video!

[@clarel6252]

Sugar is not talked about enough. Thanks for sharing your story. I have started 75 soft and noticed when I have cut out the junk food processed chips, I feel lighter and have less brain fog. It’s hard because I feel hungry but when I do I try to drink lots of water.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Clare, Thanks so much for reaching out. I’m glad you are feeling better after cutting out the junk food. Keep up the healthy diet! 👍

[@simonekertesz1767]

Thank you for this! ❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for watching and for taking the time to drop me a line. It's great to have you here. 🤗

[@jillcobodyworks4035]

Thank you for your transparency and compassion. This resonates.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I appreciate that you took the time to watch the video and write such a nice comment. Thank you!

[@MyDuncanandMe]

Thank you so much for this! Thank you for your transparency! I’m sorry you went through what you did! So devastating! Thanks for showing how you were able to overcome and what worked for you that could work for us!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to drop me a line. Thanks also for your compassion. 🙏

[@nanfeliciano5465]

Ty

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You’re welcome. ☺️

[@rubygrossman3496]

I’m loving listening to you!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow, thank you so much! 😊

[@janetgreenler7602]

Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@koravanity3953]

Thanks for the education on this topic!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Any time!