Dealing with depression and anxiety. (my personal experiences)

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God bless yall!

[@goinhot]

In my humble and uneducated opinion this was one of the most raw and honest and helpful videos ever on KZbin! Take care brother!

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you so much. It does mean alot. Take care as well brother!

[@johninalaska9563]

Hi Josh, I'm glad you are getting a hold on what you are going through. I am affected with PTSD and have been going to single and group therapy for many years and I wish I didn't have to be on medication but, I do. I take medication to sleep and not have nightmares of Vietnam and for my exposure to Agent Orange. As far as negative people go, they actually help in your recovery by showing you who/what you don't want to be. Just keep on being you. Take care and thanks for sharing.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I'll pray for you Mr John. I can imagine for what you've been through. And I never thought about the negative people in that way. But that is a great point. Stay safe sir. God bless you! And stay warm!

[@yarnprepper]

@JohninAlaska thank you so much for your service. You are appreciated more than you know. God bless you.

[@oldtavernfarm]

Hang in there Josh. I've been through a lot of these things too. When we moved here 12 years ago, I had been taking ambien sleep medication every night fo 6 years. The day I left NC, I tossed that pill bottle in the trash and drove away. Our journey hasn't always been easy, but thats just life. Ive just recently moved out of several years of anxiety by learning what set it off, accepting the symptoms and facing it down. I also quit news, and the Zuckerverse. I will tell you, its possible to heal. I'm probably old enough to be your mom, so some of this is just age perspective. I'll say the same to you as well; YOU'RE AWESOME!!! ❤

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

It's very nice to know your not alone in each of our struggles. Thank you sharing. I need to fiqure out what sets my anxiety off still. I never thought of that. I realized that too that suckybook was definitely played a big part in my depression too. Thank you for the encouragement. And you might be old enough lol but I'm pretty old too! I'm like almost 32 😉😁 see! Super old! Thank you ma'am ❤❤ God bless yall!

[@oldtavernfarm]

Just try to take one day at a time, and know you're DEFINITELY not alone❤🙋‍♀️

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I'll will. And thank you again 😊❤

[@westtennesseeprepper2552]

Congratulations on winning the solar generator from Alaskan PREPPER your a great guy we really like your content ROLL TIDE

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you! I really appreciate it! War Eagle! Lol

[@kellicroft9572]

Thank you Josh for taking the time to talk about a very personal subject. I'm praying for you, stay strong in the Lord, He is our true answer to all things, not the things of this world. God Bless!

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you ma'am for saying so. You are so very right. Thank you for taking the time to say that. And God bless you and yours!

[@T.W.PerrySr.]

Josh you are an amazing young man. I never believed depression was a real thing I truly thought people could "snap out" of it if they chose. January 20th 2017 I lost my only child, he was just 19 years old. Depression is real and it sucks. If suicide ever crosses anyone's mind reading this PLEASE talk to someone!

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I'm sorry to hear that sir.. I couldn't imagine that.. prayers for you.. It's definitely a real thing unfortunately.. Definitely definitely talk to someone if that crosses anyone's mind!

[@ArdenAngel]

This was an honest, courageous, and uplifting video. To see and hear how you’ve walked this path is empowering for those in a dark place. God said he would be with us when we went thru the water and fire - not if we went thru them but when we did. I try to remind myself of that daily, especially on the days when it’s just hard to even get out of bed. Thank you and may God hold you close as he walks with you.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for saying so. It means alot. Very good verse to lean back on too. Thank you for that. And God bless you and yours and keep yall safe.

[@Oursimplelife907]

Wow, sounds like you were telling my story. Ended up in the hospital, thinking heart attack, ended up on antidepressants and Xanax for 3 yrs, until I gained the tools I needed to deal without the meds. Been med free for 6 yrs. Still struggle on occasion but prayers, the Lord and positive people…..yup, I’m here to testify, it works. Great video, great info👍. Merry Christmas 💕

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for sharing that. That does sound exactly the same. Definitely the Lord and positive people make all the difference! Thank you for saying so also. God bless yall! And have a Merry Christmas! 💕

[@lindacarlson6884]

Thank you for your honest story it could not have been easy for you to talk about. You are a true hero to share it to try to help others. 🙏

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Well thank you for saying so. It is. But I like to help people. And if my experience can help someone else struggling then it's worth it. Thank you for your kind words ❤

[@kennysgunroom9136]

Bingo Bubba..well done.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you Mr Kenny. Yall take care. Be safe. God bless yall! We love you! 😊❤

[@fayyazparveenvlog5959]

Nice sharing ☺️

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for watching. 😊❤

[@AloneinRemoteAlaska]

Well Josh you did manage to make a depression video happy because you found a way through and are sharing that experience! I have always believed that your job will enslave you if you allow it. Kind of like the “Golden Handcuffs” I spoke about in one of my recent videos. Same thing happens to people who win the lottery. ANYWAY, when I first found your channel, I subscribed because I liked the difference with your channel. I think I subbed on a stump talk or the snow shovel video. But ain’t nobody perfect. And no reason in the world you have to be. Get away from negative people is fantastic advise though. Including family! I am glad whatever happened brought you and your family to Alaska though! 🧡😉

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Definitely right! I dont want to live to work, rather work to live. My way! So glad you did find my channel! Thank you for the kind words as always Ms Alone! Have a Merry Christmas! Stay safe and warm!😊❤

[@klapanshomesolutionsllcdee6982]

Everyone has skeletons, just can't let that control one's life. People definitely benefit from hearing others' story. Nice job, we appreciate you always bro. Proud to know you. Prouder to call you friend.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thanks man. It means alot. Same here brother.. You take care. Enjoy being home with your family. Stay safe!

[@yarnprepper]

@LittleAlaskanHomeplace Praying absolutely helps. Many people have anxiety these days, me included. Son, you are a good man. You are needed in this community and in my life. I love you 💕

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you mom..❤ prayers for you. So glad we "met"🥰 I love you too 😊

[@robertarmstrong2049]

Thank you for the video. Depression was bad in my life between the ages of 20 and 35. It destroyed any of my plans to try to go to college. Eventually my body changed somehow, and I outgrew the really serious depression bouts. I was able to function fairly well and succeed in my work. Depression started to creep back in my life when I turned 45ish. I was putting myself through night school at the time. The long and the short of it is, I setup a study area in the basement and added 4 4foot florescent fixtures clustered together (8 bulbs) and lamped them with 'Full Sprectrum' daylight bulbs. Yes, it is sometimes good to go overboard. What a difference! It was like being in full sunlight in the middle of Jully! What an uplift. I later found when I added radiant heat, a small gas heater, my symptoms went away. With repeated exposure I keep the blues away. For me it was Not a mental condition but a Chemical/Physical condition which was tamed. I am now 67, and when I feel it coming, I know what to do.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I'm so happy you were able to really beat it back! Thats awesome. And awesome idea with the lights! Thank you for that! Stay safe out there!

[@offgridhomesteadthemudpuddle]

Josh, if anything, this video is very uplifting and you are very brave to discuss this very personal part if you. I have family members who struggle with this and it is a very serious subject that so many people take lightly. Remember, "Every man lives two life's, the second one starts when he realizes he's only lived one". You have a beautiful life and a beautiful family. Stay strong and healthy. Merry Christmas and God bless.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Very well put sir. I've never heard that before. But thats EXACTLY right! Thank you for your kind words. God bless you and yours sir! And Merry Christmas!

[@justmepraying]

Thank you for putting this out I'm going to send it to my son who is going through this and were you are his age I'm praying he will hear the truth from you 🙏 ❤ thank you have a very blessed Christmas

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I'll pray for that too. He can email me if he'd like too also. Prayers❤ thank you for watching and have a very blessed Christmas as well.😊

[@LeaC816]

Thank you for sharing your story and your heart with others, Josh. I’m thankful you found help and I hope you and your family have a very blessed and Merry Christmas.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for saying so ma'am. It means alot. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Merry Christmas with many blessings ❤

[@diannenash6195]

So brave of you to share. Spilling your guts to strangers is not easy but you did it. I empathize with you and its true that you don't really understand what its like unless you are going through it. God bless you.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for the kind words ma'am. It means alot. God bless you! ❤

[@toddschultz7477]

Good stuff

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you sir

[@enigmaticgwichin1630]

Bro. God is using you to effect peoples lives in a very positive way. I see it in the comments on every one of your videos. Sharing your struggles and the things you use to cope is definitely going to reach the ears of somebody that needs to hear it. You and your family will continue to be in my prayers, god bless and Happy Holidays 🙏

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thanks bro. Means alot.. People in the world need to hear it I believe too. You take care brother. Stay safe up there. God bless you and your family! Merry Christmas! Trap a whole bunch of critters!!

[@sandycrabtree4795]

Thank you for this talk,

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for watching. ❤

[@michelerucker3755]

I’m so glad you are still with us, you are to precious to lose! Just stay hidden in the cleft of the Rock, He is our only true help! You may never realize how many people this video will help! It could even save a life God bless you❤️❤️❤️👵👵👵

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you ma'am for the kind words ❤ and your right. God bless you and yours! 😊💕

[@HoneyRowland]

Thank you for sharing and reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness and sharing how debt has a physical toll on us too. I'm so glad to know you're doing better. You and your family are great people who reach out to help others and I really appreciate it. The kids and I have struggled with depression since my amazing hubby passed away. When I realized it I started watching youtube. I found a couple in Svalbard which is the most Northern city in the world. I forget her name but her dog's name is Grim. She's great. I've used many of the recommendations recommended and it has helped us here in TN even. I've also found out our vit D levels are nonexistent and in single digits (we use 100spf sunblock year round as we're almost reflective we're so white and cancer runs on mine and my hubby's side.) Dr recently upped our vit D to 50k IU a week and recommended 1000 a day of GABA which is a natural supplement as standard meds haven't worked well for us and caused a ton of bad side effects. We are looking forward to feeling better and moving to Alaska soon. Oh, and based off of recommendations from the Swedish vloggers I've bought some led Christmas lights for inside the house, and I bought a bunch of 70% off candles after Thanksgiving. We've had lots of pumpkin spice going over Christmas but it's really been cozy and helpful. Plus, after using them I'm planning to fill them with DIY candle wax. Lighting those candles and using those battery powered Christmas lights that have a timer have actually helped with my insomnia. I'm hoping to find more of them on clearance to put up andmake the living room, kitchen and dining room cozier since wer'e mainly in those rooms. We as a family feel warmer too with them on. My middle said there was a study that showed warmer toned lights also help with mood so there's medical proof that we need more connection with the light in more ways than one. Happy New Year ya'll and thank you for sharing.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I can't imagine going through that.. but I'm very glad yall are doing better.. and that's a great idea too with the lights! I'll keep my eye out for some! Yall stay safe and hope yall move up soon!😊Stay safe and warm!

[@dalegaa4094]

What a fine man you are to share your experience with anxiety and depression. I can relate to a lot of what you said as I struggle with both of these everyday. Meds help keep me off the edge. Best wishes to you and your family for a merry Christmas.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for saying so.. im sorry your struggling with it too.. meds definitely help. God bless you and yours and have a Merry Christmas too!❤

[@lindabopp6579]

Josh this is such an inspiring message from you. I have known others that never made it through they chose to take the wrong way out if you know what I mean. I'm proud of you for recognizing just what you needed to do to come through to the light of life. Keep strong my friend. Merry Christmas and have a Happy and prosperous New Year much love 🙏❤️🙏

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you ma'am. Thank you for the encouragement too. It's a tough thing to get through. But so is many other things. God bless you! And have a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year as well!😊❤

[@RusticByNature]

Telling your story may be hard but it is good for your health, Thanks for sharing.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for saying so.

[@Kit29]

Thank you so much for sharing your struggles of depression. I would never have guessed it otherwise. That is why I believe that it is so important that always kind to others because you never know what a person is going through in his or her life. I am so glad you are doing well now. I think you helped so many by sharing your experience. Merry Christmas to you and your family! 😊

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

It's easier to hide than most people think. Which is unfortunate too. Thank you for your kind words. Merry Christmas to you and your family as well! 😊❤

[@mrsquidmanmike]

Thank you for sharing your story. God Bless You and your Family.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. God bless you and your family as well!

[@Sunshine_AK]

Thanks for sharing. I am so glad you were able to find a happy place💕 I went to the hospital for what turned out to be an anxiety attack but they blamed it on my thyroid meds🙄 I googled my symptoms when I got home. I found a chart comparing heart attack to anxiety attack and realized the moving sharp chest pains were an anxiety attack and NOT a heart attack and it certainly wasn't my thyroid meds that I have been on for decades. Thankfully, I was able to find a natural item that reduced my anxiety significantly. 🙂

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I'm so glad to hear your having reduced attacks. It's a scary thing. Thank you for sharing! God bless you and yours 😊❤

[@patricksimple]

Powerful video

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for saying so

[@scrapmetalracing]

Life ain't easy.....God bless you and your family and Merry Christmas!

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Definitely ain't at all. God bless you and yours as well. And Merry Christmas!

[@cbass2755]

♥️

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thanks for watching ❤

[@chrisp308]

Thank you for this video Josh. Y'all have a wonderful day and a better tomorrow up yander.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you sir. You have a blessed a wonderful day yourself. I'll will try!

[@chrisp308]

@@southernrootsalaskanbranches7 I just sent you an overly long email, I want to apologize in advance 😅

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

It's all good! I'll check it!

[@debbierausch3882]

Amazing, I hope it helps someone but also helps you! Sharing is caring. God Bless Merry Christmas to you and yours and have a Blessed New Year!

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for the kind words. God bless your family and have a Merry Christmas!! And a great New Year!❤😊

[@originalsixx]

Thanks for the video, Josh. Hang in there buddy. Congratulations on your win last night on AP's channel. It was funny because I was watching the livestream and in the chat. He kept telling people from Fairbanks to write Fairbanks and I'm thinking where the heck is Josh!?! 😂 You joined in just in time!!! Take it easy, enjoy the holidays with family and friends. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Tiff

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you. Lol and that was awesome. I didn't know about the giveaway till a bit before then! You have a great Christmas! God bless you and yours Ms Tiff😊❤

[@KPaul7]

Good video, thank you for your honesty. This is a tuff subject that needs more attention. I to battle with both. I just got diagnosed with a life long condition that I have had my hole life. To think it will never go away is very hard. Not giving up is even harder. I will say knowing the lord created me this way. Is also hard on my faith. I will say tho, there is a reason and when God reveals why there will be joy. No meds by the way and even if I wanted to I can't. There is no treatment for ASD. There is alot of good that can come out of my condition. God be the glory.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I'll be praying for you! It's definitely difficult. But He says he'll never give you more than you can handle.. Even tho sometimes I wonder! But I believe we can use it for good to minister to others who are going through it and don't know the Lord. I'll bring praying for your complete and total healing. God bless you and yours!

[@KPaul7]

@@southernrootsalaskanbranches7 thank you and I for you. 42 years not knowing is going to take some time to get my berings.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I can totally understand that!

[@barbeenotdoll7967]

Thanks for sharing your health and life Journey. CBD oil has been a helpful tool in my life. Just takes the anxiety down a level or two especially when I work or dealing with family and social situations. Now I get anxious when I am down to my last bottle. Lol. We are bombarded with all the materialistic advertising. You deserve..you need…etc.. no and no I don’t need more crap in my life. Great job explaining the dark side of too much and debt. God bless you and your family.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you for watching. I never thought about CBD oil , that would help. I hope your able to fully beat anxiety soon too! Very well said yourself! God bless you and yours too!

[@coffeefirstthenspeak6467]

What an awesome video. I have sooo much I want to say, but im going to try and keep this short..lol. I had such a similar story to yours. I was completely agoraphobic at one point in my 20's. I HATE taking meds. I think (in my humble and uneducated opinion) that my depression was a side effect of the anxiety . They diagnosed me (at that time it was still called manic depression) and I would say, of course im depressed, I am afraid to leave my house. When I got my anxiety under control (as much as you can and it was a long road) the depression was magically better. My coping methods for panic attacks. 1. be careful how you speak to yourself, dont say "what if". 1. Sing out loud. it regulates your breathing. 3. Relax your shoulders, fists and jaw. 4 always have something on you that calms you, mine is a bottle of water. 5, If I am having a panic attack,, I will say it. For whatever reason, saying it out loud takes away its power. 6. Prepping. I was born a prepper, I think because I was born with anxiety..lol. These are mine, I hope it helps someone. If you ever want to talk to someone who has been through it, you are welcome to email me!!! Ok my hopes of keeping this short are done...lol.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. It definitely helps when people who are/have gone through the same struggles can help each other. And thank you for the tips to get through it. Thanks for being there as always 😊❤ I will definitely keep in touch! And it was the perfect amount! lol. God bless you and yours and be safe!

[@shymoment]

I hope each day is better for you. Will keep you and your family in my prayers. God never said we wouldn't go through bad times. He said we would never go through them alone. Sometimes we need to give things to God and let there only be one set of footprints.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thank you so much. And you are correct. There is gonna be some hard times no matter what but He will always be there with us. God bless you and yours.

[@NotSoRemoteAlaska]

Prays God I am so glad I will one day meet you in person even if it is in heaven on the Lords timing. I will be praying for you not because you need it but that is what we as Christians are supposed to do. Pray for the saved as well as the lost. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Yes sir! Same here! Amen! And I continue to pray for those saved and lost. And the world we live in. God Bless you and yours! Yall have a blessed Christmas!

[@tango-bravo]

Hey man, i found your channel from Wallace knives. I really appreciate you posting this. I have struggled and still struggle with these issues, the bad thoughts, the debt, etc., thank God I was able to get out of the debt, but it took a long time and sacrifice. The bad thoughts and anxiety still persist it’s an up and down struggle. I have found Mark Dejesus’s channel here on KZbin has been a help with anxiety, depression and our thought life from a Christian perspective. If you haven’t already looked at some of his content, I think you might like it. Here’s a good one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6HWhGR-bNGEesU Hang in there brother, merry Christmas to you and your family. Keep on keeping on. Hope to see more content from you in the future. ✝️ 🎄

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Thanks man for sharing that. It freaking sucks. But like you said we'll get through it. It's ups and downs. And I'll check that channel out, I haven't heard of it before. I appreciate it. Merry Christmas to you and your family as well! God bless yall! Yall be safe !

[@MyAlaska12]

I know food allergies/sensitivities can also cause depression. One of the primary foods is gluten which is in wheat products.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

I didn't know that. Thanks for the info sir!

[@MyAlaska12]

@@southernrootsalaskanbranches7 a good place to start is find a natural pathetic doctor and then get a food sensitivity test done.

[@southernrootsalaskanbranches7]

Great idea sir! I appreciate it