Dealing with Anxiety | Allie and Sam

We both have anxiety! And while we don't have a ton of tips on how to deal with it, we wanted to share our struggles with you and share what has helped.
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[@harrypotterlover5728]

This video came out on the perfect day. I have always struggled with anxiety but today I had my first really bad panic attack and had no idea how to deal with it. Thank you so much for putting out this video.

[@AllieandSam]

I'm so glad this was able to help you!!

[@katelynhandy6100]

Thanks for being so open about this. I have anxiety and this video was both super relatable and helpful. I've been really anxious recently and it's nice to have a reminder that there are lots of other people who are dealing with the same stuff.

[@AllieandSam]

We're so glad or video helped you a little :)

[@mauracpnp]

I just started following you guys and this video is so relatable. From flying, to time pressures, to fidgeting and even the weighted blankets (and a partner that talks me off the ledge). I’m in the neurosurgery field and recently attended a lecture about anxiety - meditation and breathing exercises were the most talked about thing :) it’s made a huge difference for me. You guys are awesome for sharing your experiences!

[@AllieandSam]

We should definitely learn more about meditation! I'm so glad this video helped you! It's so hard to be vulnerable on the internet!

[@hannahstephens3645]

I've struggled with anxiety/OCD probably for the last 10 or 11 years. 5 years ago I couldn't even leave my house because it got so bad. I can probably count on one hand how many times I left the house in a span of probably 10 months. I found one thing that really helped me was grounding techniques which seems pretty basic, but there are so many you can use for different types of anxious feelings. The one I use the most is trying to find a circle, a square and a triangle shape in the room I am in over and over again. It gives me something else to think about, and I breath a lot better when I am doing those things. I even got a triangle tattooed on my forearm because I always found that one was the hardest to find. Thank you both for sharing your experiences

[@AllieandSam]

We are so sorry to hear about your experience! We're always here if you need someone to talk to! That grounding technique actually sounds really great. We will have to try it out for sure and look into others :)

[@lindseyw321]

I relate to this sooo much. I’m currently in an anxiety episode and hearing others experiences is super helpful. I also have RLS and am constantly fidgeting or shaking/shivering and it’s awful. I’ve considered a weighted blanket and now I’m definitely going to get one! One thing that has helped my restless leg is making sure I’m not low on Iron. Also hot baths are one thing that help me stay still and fully relax.

[@AllieandSam]

I also love hot baths! I haven't tried taking iron but I'll have to look into it!

[@ronhutchcraft2290]

I love you guys, I identify with your anxiety. you know up till now I have always watched your videos and I thought that everything was fine, I am so glad that you made this video I am going to pray for you guys. I am going to try to be an encouragement to you. I am glad that you have each other. please be well and I hope you keep being vocal about the bad days and the good days! I have anxiety too when I drive and when I am alone I make stuff up. I think it's because I wish I had a significant other to love. so that causes anxiety in me. Please be well!

[@AllieandSam]

Thank you so much for your support Ron

[@brittanynoel3633]

Awh so sorry girls! I have awful anxiety as well. Making sure I get 8 hours of sleep is such a help. And I love those blankets! I think I need to buy one 😘

[@AllieandSam]

I feel like we could use the extra sleep for sure! We are so in love with our weighted blankets! You should definitely try them out :)

[@kt3658]

Glad to see you both are doing well!! 😁

[@megogara4395]

My anxiety becomes really bad when I get claustrophobic (like I can’t even sleep in a double bed with another person without having a panic attack 😂) so I don’t think weighted blankets would work 😂😂 Great video guys!! 💕💕

[@evaunger1883]

I love you guys you two are so sweet and beautiful ❤️❤️😍😍💞💕

[@AllieandSam]

Love you back!

[@thatguy9936]

You ladies seem so perfect to me, I was thinking how? :) But yeah I understand that everyone has these issues....I'm a very anxious person, and also a hypochondriac...As Allie said, people like us are more likely to be healthy because we're so worried about illness haha

[@thatguy9936]

+Allie and Sam :( I wanted a love...

[@AllieandSam]

You've gotten a love! Interesting you have anxiety and are a hypochondriac as well. You definitely understand Allies struggles

[@toolazy9853]

Son muy lindas ❤️

[@Lismarie33]

This is very interesting. I have a strange anxiety that revolves around my cat. there is nothing wrong with my cat but I always think there is going to be something wrong with my cat.

[@AllieandSam]

Allie feels like that sometimes too! She really worries about the fur babies!

[@waynelaird478]

Read some history books it helps with anxiety and listen to Victoria Osteen!!

[@AllieandSam]

Thanks for the tips! We'll look into both :)

[@samanthamalone2464]

I have never related more to this. the time one, that is me to a T

[@ferncowsnake]

You are both beautiful. Have a great day Happy Pride

[@AllieandSam]

Happy Pride!