coping with depression ft. betterhelp

[@madi846]

something that helps me with my depression and anxiety is the concept of “Just Showing Up”. sometimes I wake up in the morning, having already decided that today will be a bad day, but I force myself to leave the house anyway (exposure therapy works WONDERS for many with anxiety and depression who have difficulty leaving the house!!). you might not even have a great time hanging out with friends, or going to class/work, or doing errands, or whatever, but at least you showed up! at least you got out of bed! you don’t have to put on makeup or a cute outfit (for me I just do skincare cause routine helps me, and I’ll leave the house in leggings and a hoodie on my bad days), just show up and see that there’s a big world out there beyond just what youre feeling! also I think it’s healthy to have days where you can just feel it all and mope around (unless of course you know it will trigger you to just sit alone for a while).

[@adothill588]

Madison Clayton

[@WalnutandPecan01]

Hell yea this is what’s been getting me out of the darkness lately. I’ve also been writhing apply on my hand as in apply yourself . I’m happy people are doing this /thinking this way.

[@en3503]

I love this idea, I'll start trying it

[@lightblulbb]

Exactly, just showing up is good enough and a huge success!:)

[@vitamindealer7915]

This is really good advice. It’s absurd and unrealistic to think you will feel positive all the time. I am not always motivated when I do something productive. I think it’s important to acknowledge that you have to do things even if you aren’t motivated.

[@isoterrik]

us empaths can feel depressed because we are ultimately feeling the collective energy of humanity on earth. just rememeber that we don't own emotions! they are vibrations that we all feel, which come and go. focus on alchemizing and transmuting these vibratons! loving you so much siStar, I tried my best to express into words how I cope with my emotions when they feel stagnant! full moon and new moon rituals with close sisters are powerful and has helped me! 😘

[@alfredvalrie5541]

Asclepius Suipelcsa there’s been a ton of bad shit this year, empaths have had it hard. I’m one.

[@Ana-ls8rh]

I'm an empath and HSP and agree with you.

[@SabrinaFairchild]

Love this comment! Thank you for saying this 💛

[@mylajudd8160]

Yeah. Shits been rough. I love you guys ❤️

[@ladaskibitska3206]

Fajr Williams, in my opinion it's better to be an introverted empath, cause you will take up bad vibrations from less people. Plus you NEED time for yourself if you're an introvert, and it's really handy if you're empathetic, cause you can just clean all the vibrations from other people that are not yours, and just rest from all the energies outside your bubble. Have a lovely day y'all

[@ClaireMichelle1144]

i love you. i feel you. i see you. thank you.

[@shraddhanipurte639]

Claire Michelle exactly.

[@michelledisha]

HI CLAIRE

[@user-gp2ty6mb7s]

im crying through the whole thing, just the clip in the beginning. i saw this beautiful person taking care of herself it’s so hard to just do that u made me feel better

[@AcidGlow]

*Sometimes it's because we have nobody to connect with.. 😕*

[@animalfinatic9366]

AcidGlow yes!! But there are people like you in this world!! You just have to find them!!

[@stefanienoa4674]

this is just what i think everyday! so hard to find someone to connect with. on that same level.

[@123lowp]

fuck people. They are mostly selfish assholes anyway.

[@disorganizedclutter5513]

@@animalfinatic9366 How do you find them? Where?

[@animalfinatic9366]

@@disorganizedclutter5513 Well that is a very vague question with a very vague response. There is no direct location for real relationships and people, you just have to get out there and search. Life is trial and error. There is no clear answer sometimes. You just have to do it.

[@alienac5433]

Since I've started watching you my mental health has healed so much. I cant thank you enough. You really spark my creative spirit and ive picked up my guitar again, I write songs and poems and take pictures! Been depression free since February :) there is always a light out there, dont give up and remember what you feel is temporary. Tune into the present and slowly moments of joy and gratitude and peace crept in and replaced all the despair and numbness I felt. Love to u all x

[@XxdaantjehxX]

I'm so anxious since I'll soon go (departure time is 20 min from now) on a trip to the other side of the world on my own for the first time. The goodbye with my friends and family was so emotional and the feelings that I'm having now are confusing and tiring. This calmed me down a lot though. Thank you. You are my inspiration for the day

[@artsynahnah2658]

Daniëlle Jansen you're gonna have the best trip ever!!! safe travels daniëlle 💕✨🌙🌿

[@vashappeninlainey]

you can do it girl! You’ll learn so much. Safe travels x

[@priscilla9995]

safe travels, love! Dont let your fear stop you from living your life. Sending lots of love your way!

[@isabellewebber7475]

i would really like a video talking about your disassociation

[@mariforfar628]

YES

[@savvyhealing]

Has anyone listened to Louise Hay? She basically invented affirmations and changing deeply rooted negative thoughts into positive ones and loving yourself. She's been so life changing for me who struggles deeply with depression / negative thoughts. She has her book, You Can Heal Your Life on KZbin as well as guided meditations and hour long videos of just positive affirmations to attract that vibration. Even if you don't really believe this things to be true, you are planting seeds in the garden of your mind and with watering and love, they will grow and flourish 🌸✨💗

[@venicesun480]

Sav Mackey this is great info, thank you beautiful 🙂

[@Zenlovepositivity]

Wonderful tips... Louise L. Hay changed my life too! God Bless her in heaven. 💜✨🤗

[@bunnyxsoap]

I really needed this. I was struggling

[@chiaracarolin9079]

Happ1ness Sadn3ss I don’t know what’s been going on in your life, but I hope you feel better❤️ Life is hard but also so beautiful and worth it! You are a beautiful human being It will get better🌹 Stay strong!

[@trovandomimoon220]

Happ1ness Sadn3ss same

[@declanauden3717]

Happ1ness Sadn3ss same💞

[@shraddhanipurte639]

Happ1ness Sadn3ss hang on friend!!! ❤️

[@tannergrinzel1835]

Yeah once in a while I can’t get out of bed

[@sanne4419]

I'm depressed today because my guinea pig died today and i had such a big connection with him. I find nurturing myself and eating healthy/yoga helps with depression. It's so mindful.

[@Beckybobecky]

the intro was captivating, please do more in that style❤️ as always i love you Hitomi, sending good energy your way ❤️

[@Zapdeux]

One thing I’ve learned about depression is YOURE NOT ALONE. Going through depression first hand I always felt I was alone. I finally opened up about it to select friends and family and it has helped A LOT. I’m lucky enough to have friends and family that are understanding and help you instead of brushing it off and telling you to get over it. If you don’t have that, SEE A THERAPIST. YOU DONT HAVE TO GO THROUGH IT ALONE. I promise, it’ll get better. I love you.

[@elenac3819]

omg my mom tries to find random things i do that could be making me depressed! hitomi, you always make me feel less alone and i appreciate that so much

[@kaylaniemi5254]

Thanks for putting a video out about this , I feel horrible all the time about my life and I am always fighting with my mom, I'm convinced she hates me. So I am just goin to have to distance myself from her because I disrespect her so much but I can't control it . I feel so negative and that all I do is hurt the people I love so I think all I can do is distance myself from them

[@chca5156]

分かる〜

[@dianaduenas4494]

I’m just starting my freshmen year in college this year and I do go to a therapist for anxiety and depression and man it’s so hard but I have been feeling a bit better but seeing your videos has helped me! Thank you for making these videos

[@ameliabeggio2118]

You’re on of the most inspirational people I’ve ever seen and it’s refreshing because most people on social media are all about looks and very materialistic. I hope one day I’ll get to meet you

[@AlyssaLa]

I haven’t even watched yet but I’m already going to thank you for this. I was just broken up with a few days ago after a long relationship and my heart is broken into a billion pieces and it’s making my depression 100 times worse. I need this, Hitomi.

[@audreymakar1418]

this video alone helps me cope with my depression because when you're struggling with depression it feels like youre alone in this world and that nobody else feels the emptiness you feel but there are other people out there. it helps to know that other people have the same struggle. i relate to you on so many levels hitomi, from your style to the way you see the world. im 16 and I've got quiet a few struggles in my life right now and your channel really helps me cope with these struggles because of the advice you provide as well as just being who you are, like i wanna be like you when im older. you're an inspiration.

[@Breezeyboo]

Literally was in the worst mental funk all day. Feeling very not myself and unmotivated. This video really helped give me a better perspective on my depression and wanting to try better "showing up" tactics tomorrow. Thanks Hitomi, you're such a light of love and positivity 💜

[@andreaisme02]

So so so crucial to talk about vocalizing how you feel and the importance of tone! I know especially for myself, in my frustration I would voice how I felt in an offensive tone instead of meeting someone with love. Major self-check that was needed and that isn't talked about enough, I love that you brought it up ! frustration is valid but is sooo good at clouding up communication

[@summergirl1233]

thank you so much! I've been doing good for 4 weeks but yesterday the depression came back. Today has been such a hard day with many self destructive thoughts, I really needed this video.

[@livinthisb1h404]

i really hope you look out the window in the morning & realize the light you give.. watching your videos has opened my heart n soul to living my best life & i could not be more grateful !! you are a blessing hitomi. thank you ✨💖

[@sanne4419]

the beginning gave me asmr

[@Rainamoon]

I LOVE YOU BEAUTIFUL BEING YOU DESERVE TO FEEL HAPPY 🌚🌿💕✨

[@trovandomimoon220]

VeganNirvana I agree

[@Lovingtolearn123]

Thank you for this. I’ve been struggling for a long time. I’ve recently started my recovery process, after years of therapy & medication. This means a lot to me. I’m proud of you & you deserve happiness. Stay strong.

[@cortney4490]

i’ve started guided meditation on youtube like a week ago because of you and i love it, it’s so relaxing

[@cortney4490]

i’ve commented so many times lol i’m sorry

[@dia.ri0s]

Ugh I really really needed this. It’s always so hard for me to explain myself that I had gave up trying to explain myself to others bc they just wouldn’t understand. But journaling and meditation really helps

[@jerryclleung]

Bruce Lee once said, "don't pray for an easy life, pray for strength for a hard life". I'm moody and sensitive AF. Life is about acceptance and it's a cycle, the glass is ALWAYS half full, NEVER half empty. Negativity is like a magnet, more you dwell on bad things, the more bad things are going to come or happen. Be kind to one another, when was the last time you held a door open for someone? Or truly thanked someone for holding that door for you? It's all about the mind set, simple little things about being genuine. Being genuinely kind and nice will make your life happier. We all live in a effed up world, we are all fighting our own battles. But, if you focus on that 1 good thing that happened in your day, you will be a better person and belive in that. There are forces of good and evil battling everyday, which side are YOU on? Life is a cycle, we come into life with nothing, we leave with nothing accept that. What brought us the greatest happiness, will give you the greatest sadness. Accept and be happy the person who has left this life is going to someplace better because, there's no need to struggle anymore and hope you will meet them again. Don't ask why, this and that, what ever is going to happen, WILL happen, It's your next move that matters the most. We are a product of our environment, whether it's home, friends, neighborhood, relationships, good or bad. But the great thing is that we can CHANGE that. Your mind is the most powerful thing on earth, you can almost manifest anything. You don't need to go someplace exotic, beautiful or far to be happy, inner peace is the ultimate happiness. Work is work and stop swearing so much in general, it's negative, but helps to vent. They say do an act of kindness eveyday. Why not be kind in every aspect of your life? And if you need to tell someone about it or high light it, then it wasn't real. Be kind and nice...

[@eb8747]

This is a lovely video and really helped me because my depression is quite high at the minute. I went to see my friend today and found it hard to talk to her but this reassured me that that's okay and by even going I achieved something. Thank you for sharing your love xx

[@stephaniespivak6225]

I was just meditating on how I need to continue work on myself and the thing that has been holding me back is my depression, which I've been struggling with since I was much younger. Then, I came upon this video completely by accident. Wow Thank you

[@cdubb1002]

I have been dealing with depression for years silently and I'm still here fighting it with no pills or paying a shrink. Happiness comes from within no outer things of this world will make you happy

[@blastedblasted9872]

C Dubb pills can help lead you over the bump of depression....

[@bibikins4103]

C Dubb some people like me do better with therapy and meds and there's nothing wrong with that. Whatever works for you! I'm grateful for insurance and I wish everybody struggling had the chance. Sending love!

[@angelhellokitti]

C Dubb weed helps me

[@trovandomimoon220]

C Dubb I agree but it's also good to have support

[@madi846]

i understand that’s how you personally cope, but saying that “outside things” (therapy/medication) can’t make you happy is a very dangerous message to send. for some people, therapy and medication is the only thing that works.

[@cortney4490]

i would also like to talk to my family on how they joke about things that trigger me, but they will just make more jokes about my triggers. they find me being mentally ill hilarious apparently

[@Haitheregorgeous]

Same

[@littleDainolf]

My family is making my depression about them instead.

[@Alltherestofus]

i went through this brief period where I genuinely felt like people were after me. If I have an confrontation with someone, especially women. There was never this feeling of wanting to be liked by everyone but at the same time i would’ve rather either been liked by others or have them feel neutral towards me. It was hard being assertive in an environment that you’ve never accepted as “normal” for you. Anger is real, so is fear. But it’s not something that I marinate myself in. I don’t try to avoid it, but it’s so rare that I feel it where when I do, it’s like I can’t pinpoint the root of the anger or utilize the necessary factors that comes with feeling angry. It feels foreign when it first hits. I’ve had my mom tell me “sometimes I think you get angry just because you can.”

[@carlasolare]

why do parents do that it's so abusive

[@JcOnAFieldtrip]

Same

[@christinapsaras265]

You inspire me so much, I've been going through a really rough time and just listening to you and taking in your energy helps me grow.

[@maidenwarrior19]

Watching her older videos, I can really see how she's grown and evolved. So beautiful to witness.

[@eterna1flame]

you’re such a wonderful person hitomi 💛 your videos never fail to make me feel better, i wish everyone had your positive spirit, i love you

[@roxywilliams8606]

Really need this right now. Love you Hiltomi. Thanks for being there the past two years.

[@cortney4490]

this video helps so much, i’ve been in quite the slump for the past two weeks, thank you.

[@remelise2129]

You speak to me on such a level, Hitomi. Thank you for your wisdom and beautiful energy.

[@TheInsanePurpleKind]

I love this, Hitomi! This came at exactly the right time! I’m going to my second therapy appointment today, I’m nervous but I clicked with my therapist well during the first appointment so it should be okay I hope! Thank you for being you and for sharing your soul with us, your love and kindness are so generous. Hope everyone here has an awesome day! Remember, you’re loved! ❤️❤️❤️

[@cocteautwin]

i love u hitomi....i was just balling my eyes out bc my dad said something to me that really pushed me over the edge and made me just want to.....u know...do that. it’s been lingering in my mind but i hope i can get through this. thank u

[@ru6y535]

wujuvelvet whatever your dad said that makes you feel that way, remember that you dont deserve to be treated that way. Even your dad has no right to say things that make you feel terrible and what he said was unjustified anyway. Youre wonderful and perfect just the way you are. Give your emotions space and let them out but also remember to let them go them yeah? 🌸

[@cocopopp-6865]

u deserve an amazing life

[@Sayje]

I’m so proud that I was able to overcome my depression but I still struggle with anxiety. Thanks for sharing your journey Hitomi. It’s really inspiring.

[@lyssa-13]

Thank you so much. People need to understand what depression does to people and such. I’ve been struggling for a while and it makes me happy that someone is willing to talk about it. Love you and your videos!!!❤️ ✌️

[@TheMeAndNana]

It's just been so hard for me lately and I am so tired of hiding it from everyone. I just want to talk with somebody about it. I want to tell my friend but I am scared. I don't want to weight her down with my problems and I can't afford therapy. I will try the site. Thank you for always being so open about this stuff Hitomi. You are helping. Have a nice day!

[@juliaxsvea]

you have such a beautiful, glowing soul ♥️ thank you for talking about these things, and giving great tips because of you i feel understood and empowered. sending love and all the good vibes your way xx

[@pppotatoes]

I deeply deeply believe that one of the major keys to healing is releasing the past and the labels you've put upon yourself. Having a diagnosis or explanation for what you're going through is VERY important, but only for so long. You have to learn to let go of that after you've accepted it, or you will never allow yourself to believe healing is capable.

[@SleepyCity0001]

pppotatoes how does someone let go of their past? Because im trying and i feel like im only going backwards.😓

[@lindseymae4065]

Thank you Hitomi I really needed this video. I haven’t been feeling good about myself lately and I’m trying so hard to be grounded and mindful, and love myself. Ive been going to therapy since I was 13 I’m 20 now. I’ve always stopped going bc I felt awkward talking to a stranger but I feel like online therapy would be great for me. I tend to express myself more online than I do in person.

[@kiarra.o]

your videos are art and i will never stop watching them. thank you for creating such beautiful work and i appreciate you so much. also, thank you for helping us.

[@laritza8284]

So freakin well spoken..I always feel like you're talking one on one with me. Love your words girl I can watch your videos forever❤️ lots of love

[@juliannenicolette244]

Thank you for existing. You make so many lives a little better with each video.

[@stonrkittie]

I love u. Thank u for existing.

[@beau4588]

We love an asmr intro!

[@MrJhara]

you are so wise beyond your years!!!

[@heyitsme9523]

I like how u said that u can enter different frequencies and worlds through meditation..that was beautifully said ❤️❤️❤️

[@Ash95_12]

You posted this video exactly when I needed it! Thank you soooo much

[@Ariiisimone]

THANK YOU for sharing this. You’re such a beautiful soul and I’m glad I get to experience being alive at the same time you are. I love you Hitomi! 💕

[@davidsummerville351]

Thank god people are finally opening up. Thanks

[@pitajuice7824]

I feel like depression feels like youre sitting at the bottom of a filled water botle, everything is heavy and numb. Lots of love to everyone 💕 it will get better, things always fall in their place at their time, it sounds like bs but its true, everything eventually turns out okay, youre were youre supposed to be and the bad things will teach you and make you grow, dont worry everything is going to be okay!

[@BeautyBabe1121]

thank you for sharing this. thank you for making yourself vulnerable. this was so so so necessary

[@Moomoochan._.]

Her videos inspire me so much to just live life embrace all the space and wonder around me 🍃💖 love you hitomi

[@RogerLoera]

Hitomi has the same spirit as pocahontas from the film the new world. Very beautiful!

[@oliviabrielle4777]

Listening to you talk is like therapy

[@coqudocu]

Love watching how you've evolved girl! Thank you for sharing the online therapy resource too.

[@rahaf88]

Honestly this is the most helpful video about coping with depression! thank you so much ♡

[@annika2944]

thank you hitomi..you're such a beautiful human being

[@kaianaturals]

You're so strong for sharing this with us. Thank you for being so inspirational!

[@rubyvilla2180]

i lost a friend recently and i feel really sad about it. thanks for thisz

[@HayItsRosie]

I always appreciate your videos, they make me feel so calm and happy, sending you love and happiness Hitomi !

[@renataullina1350]

Ты потрясающе описала мои чувства на сегодняшний день! Все очень точно рассказано. Чувствую себя подавленно и потеряно, с ощущением, что я бесполезна. Спасибо за подробный рассказ о борьбе с депрессией,я думала таких людей мало , и что я одна из немногих, у кого такие же чувства внутри! Love it. P.s ( надеюсь, ты это переведешь)

[@ali-cia-2727]

I’m really tired of feeling this way. Thanks for the vid tho- i feel like i need to listen to this everyday.

[@rimaruttempest6109]

Thank you so much for making this hitomi, I really needed this especially recently. So much love to you

[@aclementine9928]

I sometimes take ages to get out the door. Sometimes I just constantly hesitate about going out the door: either feeling too depressed to go out and then depressed, fed up and guilty because I didn't bother. It can be really frustrating and I'm starting recognise it as a problem

[@Ritziiii]

Im a new subscriber and I’m definitely in love with you and your energy ✨ so good to see someone who lives life dancing around and humming songs like me! You’ve been helping me in my awakening ❤️❤️

[@declanauden3717]

I wish this video went on for hours so I could just watch it till it's time to sleep. I needed this 💞 thank u and I love u Hitomi

[@asiagiorgi5291]

you and your videos help me so much! thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@FreakyBo0o]

Thank you Hitomi. Your presence is appreciated.

[@taylormarie1049]

I really needed this video right now thanks Hitomi ❤

[@iamchikitafrakita]

Thank you so much for all the beautiful energy you radiate into the world

[@alyssiawallace5607]

hitomi omi omi you da homie💞💖💘💕

[@dia.ri0s]

YOU ARE HONESTLY TRULY AMAZING AND YOU INSPIRE ME SO MUCH

[@alexandranicole]

You posted this at the right time. I love you and thank you for constantly inspiring me

[@2Empowered4you]

I've been struggling with depression for a very long time. I've had a counselor for only three years and have been on medication for 6 months. It's still very hard for me to cope with it. I'm not really sure if my depression will ever truly go away. It's a very frustrating mental illness.

[@ELLA111fitz]

This helped me so so much and I just wanted to leave a note of appreciation ❤

[@lucillederochefort551]

Thank you so much❤️ hope you all have a good good day

[@shraddhanipurte639]

Just being here for 20 minutes listening to someone who knows life as deep as you do... Life is a miracle and I am grateful that it happened to me. 💙💜💙🌈🌈💙💜💙

[@bojolib492]

I am so grateful for this video and for you :)) Thank you Hitomi!!! ❤

[@ashleeeliza1749]

I would absolutely love a morning or night routine made with visuals such as the beginning

[@abg77654]

love you! I have been drained energetically and your videos are always a mood lifter :) also any book recommendations? have a lovely day!!

[@amandachu384]

you beautiful creature, we hear you and feel you and love you. you are so deserving of happiness.

[@Hitomimatoba]

You have such a beautiful soul. & I want you to know you're not alone!

[@dialgagold]

hitomi, thank you so much for creating such an amazing space on your channel and for making this video 🥀

[@cierewyn9491]

I always feel so connected to your words, thought process and energy, and I just love you so much gosh! Wishing we can meet one day ❤❤❤❤

[@caja24]

Needed that so much today. Thank you. 🌻

[@caprice5043]

YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL AND SUCH AN INSPIRATION TO MANY.

[@tyleryoung2002]

Thank you for sharing your feelings! This helped me so much!!

[@chiaracarolin9079]

Perfect timing🌹❤️ I didn’t feel so good the whole day and now there is a video 😍🌹❤️ Thank you so much🌹❤️ Sending love

[@anadmaral]

you made me feel safe to really keep opening up to my therapist

[@anadmaral]

btw im sorry for the stalking omg

[@mariahwheaton4377]

love this style of video! Sending love and light 💚

[@elissagibson118]

Hitomi I love you so much, you're so inspiring. Please do another meditation sound cloud thingi, they're so helpful and relaxing.

[@kyramccaffrey1002]

Loved this so much😢 please make more of these💕