🥺 Depressed? You Need To Hear This! - Dr. Julie

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WHO AM I:
I'm a clinical psychologist. I am here to share insights from therapy and psychology research so that you can make use of it in your daily life to understand how your mind works and optimise your own mental health. I cover all things from confidence and motivation to mood and anxiety. I look forward to chatting with you in the comments.

[@DrJulie]

Hi I'm Dr. Julie subscribe & follow me for lots more videos on mental health and psychology. For more on this see my new no.1 bestselling book - Why has nobody told me this before? 👉 linktr.ee/drjuliesmith

[@finlaygrainger9748]

I’m actually suffering from anxious and uncontrollable feelings that I can’t rlly explain this video has inspired me and helped me through so much and I am unbelievably grateful. Thank you for this video it ended in tears, and I hope you can help more people like me in the future. I think it has made me realise from now in I need to do one thing a day and it WILL make a huge difference Thank you for this I rlly needed it ❤️❤️❤️

[@softie8288]

Dr Julie you have helped me a lot by telling me this advice I have most of what you have talked about thank you

[@stefaniamirri1112]

Beautiful voice and pronunciation, relaxing, a pleasure to listen which opens the attention to the precious advices..beautiful, thanks!

[@Sparkle_MaskedFool]

Can I ask u something? Most of the "simptoms" of lots of anxiety actually happends to me and i have lots of insecurities. But neither my family took them seriously or even listen cause they always judge me for everything. What should i do?

[@Sparkle_MaskedFool]

@@finlaygrainger9748 I feel u bro/sis It's horrible and i just have 15 years old

[@faithtrout1181]

This applies to productivity as well, such as making the bed.

[@njlbs503]

God damn it🤣

[@StephanieMorelli]

Yeah, but making the bed right as you get up, keeps the body heat trapped longer, and will probably make mites reproduce longer, and you can get a mite infestation, I never make my bed in the morning, and rarely at night, because of allergies and Eczema.

[@mrwiggiewoo]

So true! Thanks

[@carolyntalbot947]

Great point.

[@faithtrout1181]

@@StephanieMorelli I never said you had to make it right when you woke up 😂

[@pennyjane9906]

Agreed!! When I was depressed, nothing was joyful, but I forced myself to do positive things for myself. And this was sending my brain a message: „look, somebody is taking care of you, you are worthy, you have value“

[@remembertosmile6281]

Do u have more tips

[@pennyjane9906]

@@remembertosmile6281 Hi, you have a beautiful name, remember to smile! I focus on diet, exercise, and I challenge my mind by learning new things. I have a personal list of things that I do every day for only 10 minutes. (ofcourse there are days that I can't get it all done, but I always come back to my list). 10 minutes of working out, 10 minutes of learning a language, and so on. I am thinking long term instead of short term, while I reward myself for the healthy things I do with a positive thought. Even if its the tiniest little thing. For instance, I take my vitamin D and I think: "you're doing a good thing, this is going to protect your bones" this is positive thinking in practice. or I work out and I think: "you are now more fit than you were 10 minutes ago. you have a good blood flow in your body, more oxygen will reach your cells" so I appreciate the little things that I do, while imagining I am on a good path, and I've done a step on this path today. I started learning italian 2 years ago, and by just doing 10 minutes a day I understand a lot now and I watch an italian psychology channel. Learning new things and focusing on my health has given me a lot of joy and self confidence. And I am practicing to be grateful. It is looking at positive things in my life and nourish and maintain them. The relationship to my family or my hair. I am grateful for having healthy hair and maintain by drinking a spoon of pumpkin seed oil a day. Be grateful through action. And conscious positive thinking. When I started with my list, I did 5 minutes of positive thinking as a task. Do a good thing for yourself today and shine brighter than you did before. Much love to you!

[@fra7734]

what were the positive things that you did?

[@dasja9966]

​@@pennyjane9906 Thanks for posting, gonna try this list thing. Seems helpfull for my situation.

[@pennyjane9906]

@@dasja9966 how is it going for you ?

[@winstonsmith11]

This actually made me smile. And almost cry. I get it now.

[@hiwelcometochillis2579]

To treat that

[@hiwelcometochillis2579]

Check methylen blue drops for that, i thought she was putting medicine to water

[@Xubono]

Depression is a tough adversary, and there are several different types. I’m one of the lucky ones that can experience a moment of happiness in the middle of months of depression, and while it doesn’t happen often, those times are more important to me than most people realise. Battling depression for 45 years is exhausting and isolating.

[@midnighthunter1426]

Wow, 45 years is a very long time. I've been through almost 6 months feeling depressed, and it's already getting too difficult. Huge respect to you for enduring for so long. Stay strong!

[@Xubono]

@@midnighthunter1426 well the first half went undiagnosed - I just felt like I deserved to feel miserable. I got formally diagnosed in the year 2000, aged 40, and have been on anti-depressant medications ever since. It has been an interesting journey that I’d rather forget! Right now, things seem to be falling apart, so it is an ongoing challenge. Thank you for your kind wishes - it really means a lot. I hope your own situation stabilises and starts to improve. Like any addiction (and depression is like an addiction), don’t do it alone, find family, friends or complete strangers across the globe who can offer support with no judgements. Be kind to yourself.

[@midnighthunter1426]

@@Xubono I'm grateful for your reply. Hope your situation gets better too. Wishing you all the best.

[@joannmclean6406]

Talk to God Almighty. He loves to hear from His children. Tell Him how you feel and that you need His help. ❤

[@deniseoldam3827]

God Bless you Dear One...praying for Complete change, a Life changing Turnaround for you and Everyone on this chat suffering from depression..in Jesus' Christ's Name AMEN. Talk to The LORD,He will Answer 😊✝️🙏🕊️🗝️⛲🦅💪🙌❤️

[@buhbools133]

I wouldn’t see any therapist but I would see you. You seem so understanding ❤️ thank you for your vids

[@oddity4650]

I had 18 sessions of nhs therapy i have seen 2 therapists, they both seem to be caring but i have heard they can be bad, but the only way to know is to try it. Tbh the sessions did not help me, but I know personally therapy does help people. Also if you suffer from anxiety, ocd, ptsd, maybe try asmr,emdr,cbt,nlp

[@rationalmystic5]

Same here. Well said.

[@jesswinter]

Hey! I am currently working on my masters to become a therapist. I actually had a bad experience with a therapist back when I was 16. Just not helpful at all and made me feel like therapists don’t help and just don’t work. I tried therapy again at the age of 20. Changed my entire life. Now I’m 23 and working towards becoming one myself. Just know that most therapists are like her, and myself, and my therapist. We truly care and want to help you in any way we can. If you ever feel the need for a therapist, I hope you give us a chance. You can always try out a therapist for one session, decide you don’t like them and move on to the next until you find the right one. We don’t take any offense to it and we want you to find the right match!

[@squidy7771]

Go see a therapist, from my experience they're all like this

[@buhbools133]

@@jesswinter sorry girl, didn’t mean it like that. I’m wishing you all the very best on that venture ❤️

[@jkjh_supremacy]

I was just scrolling through the KZbin shorts after having a breakdown. I didn’t expect to encounter this video and now I am once again a crying mess. Your words really touched my heart because ever since the pandemic started, I lost motivation in life. Heck I don’t even find the thing I used to do enjoyable anymore. It’s like everything is pointless.

[@lfabio.n]

What she said in this video is very powerful, live the moment doing your best at that moment. In interactions with people we can find a lot of relief, it's very unhealthy to be isolated. It's also important to not make one thing too much important as if it's an idol that replaces God. A hobby is just a distraction, a job is just a way of living. People is what matters. I encourage you to read the gospels. Jesus is all that matters on our lives and his teachings are very powerful.

[@Lyddiebits]

@Jk_jh_. How are you doing my friend?? I hope better 🙏🏼

[@Lyddiebits]

@Fabio I must agree 110% with your post!!!!

[@Sun_Moon77]

Hope you are doing great. Bless you❤

[@chrisballard712]

I feel that way too. 😏hugs to you💖💖💖💖

[@cjsjedi73]

Dr Julie. I'm well into most of my issues. The ones that reside are a matter of time. I just simply wanted to say if you deal with your patients like you do your videos, I find you fabulous. The rational and reasonable thought and tone of voice help more than most realize. Thank you

[@blaise_bnlk]

I'm 16 and have had cancer and was obviously depressed for a long time, but I'm getting g there. Thanks to Dr Julie.

[@alexwood7373]

You really do have a gift of simplifying the thought process of handling the emotions for those of us wondering what’s going on or how to approach them. Thank you and I hope God continues to bless you.

[@DrJulie]

I appreciate that!

[@darkind]

when you talked about the moments of joy and took out the spoon i was like "hehe comically large spoon"

[@DrJulie]

😂😂😂😂

[@picolascage7762]

Now that's a spark of joy.

[@AshBud13]

Thank you for your comment. It made me smile while I was feeling down! 🤗

[@darkind]

@@AshBud13 im glad it made you happy

[@Jazzatic2011]

Lol. How im wondering if she used a happy face spatula. Or just started using random things to make us laugh

[@lost-in-space4666]

I’m not lazy, i’m just glad watching my favourite tv show is bringing me joy again

[@leoniea138]

This is so beautiful and so true ....its not about the material things ....its about small moments of joy ,, hugging kids ...chatting to the old folks ,, going to church ...

[@mithilarai6060]

You just helped me from falling back into depression after a week of feeling great about my life. Thank you for the illustration.

[@vdorocket]

Woohoo keep going💖💖🤍💫 lots of love to you

[@michaelaholmes8498]

Have you heard about the Gospel and God’s purpose for your life?

[@GymGurl102]

@@michaelaholmes8498 can you go preach somewhere else?

[@sunitasingharoy1112]

The way you explain, it feels like counseling is an art! Drawing a picture of how you can make others live more beautiful and less miserable. ❤

[@myostar7]

Don’t know why but the Doc spells it out distinctly and she is awesomely empathetic and beautiful. Thank you

[@FelixsBoo]

I started crying almost within the first 10 seconds, so overwhelmed! Thank you for this.

[@mixiegacha4792]

Thanks. I’m still recovering from my last attempt. I’ve been working out, doing self care routines, learning the guitar, trying new games and trying things. I sometimes just wanna curl down into a ball and just… not live anymore. Life just sucks so badly but I know it gets better.

[@michaelaholmes8498]

So sorry to hear this 🥺 Have you heard about the Gospel and God’s purpose for your life?

[@valerierogers9609]

Never. Stop. Living. Keep on, and keep trying things, anything positive however small; keep trying to unlock doors - eventually something will open. Don't give up God. Even if you aren't a believer, He believes in you.

[@angelaslaton3211]

Ive heard that a lack of vitamin d causes depression. Go church hopping until you can find one you like. It helps to be around others, we just have to force ourselves sometimes. Stick to a routine.

[@PescesKitchen]

Her advice is truly valuable! I recently overcame a two-year battle with depression, during which I endured extensive therapy and emotional suffering without seeing any hope. For months, I felt trapped in darkness, but one day, I glimpsed a light. As I moved toward it, the light grew brighter, and now my depression is gone. I can finally be myself again, though in a different reality, as the old me no longer exists. The new me is stronger than ever before.

[@frankperconte7160]

I wish I had an adult role model figure like you in my childhood

[@pewbangbang]

Although remember doing too much of something isn't good for you either, burn outs are very common during depression and is better to take a break from the activities that you find pleasurable

[@Lilly_92]

Soooo important! 😊

[@Alderz_Tavern]

For me, it's just too difficult to do anything and all I can do in that moment is breathe. While trying not to scream and just cry my eyes out.

[@Overlord_Rahul]

I know how that feels going through the exact thing. Just breathe try doing something you like. It won’t happen in a day but keep pushing yourself everyday. Even for a few mins.

[@ponysalvaje2142]

Try having medication with your doctor. IT helps a lot indeed.

[@helenholdsworth6407]

What magic is real??

[@unicornsarereal8484]

Remember, @Magic is real, one tiny weeny step at a time. It is hard to breathe easily and see hope and happiness right now, but try everyday to breathe a little more. Be aware of your breathing. Ask yourself, “If I was feeling ok, what would I do…? Write in a journal… We only have one life and times goes fast… so try to try one breathe at a time, one little hopeful thought at a time…

[@ceceliadavis471]

This is another good talk on depression. It' s a constant uphill struggle. You just stop caring about anything to the point the walls could be crumbling down around you. No motivation. Ruminating during depression is just one negative thought after another . you absolutely do need pleasant things to do and think about.

[@joycewagner6336]

You described the thought process of depression perfectly. Nothing matters. Nothing will make a difference.

[@reynaasteriaedits]

She helps me more then my actual therapist and physiologist

[@irinaivanov8565]

Saaaame!!!

[@RK-yb5ul]

I will try too.. thank you for letting us know.

[@lizzibrown5745]

This was shown to me right here, right now, for a reason. I was scrolling trying to distract myself after sobbing about how I'm constantly bored yet too exhausted to do anything. No matter how often I go out, the second I get home and I lay on my bed everything is over. I just want to find a hobby that I can pick up where I left off, but I don't know where to start. After losing interest in all other things, I'm stuck in the grey area where I have almost nothing. Thank you for this.

[@StephanieMorelli]

I usually read, but I want to take beading back up, so that's a hobby I can recommend if you like finicky things.

[@RyzeDG]

I relate and I find happiness in Rubik's cubes

[@michaelaholmes8498]

So sorry to hear this 🥺 Have you heard about the Gospel and God’s purpose for your life?

[@jay-virm]

I adore how in all these videos, you use physical analogies while explaining so that there's a visual understanding of what you mean and makes the meaning so much more clearer than just saying it alone!

[@Sun_Moon77]

As someone that has struggled with depression since being a child, this is one of the best pieces of information about this illness you can find. Thank you.

[@Graham3748]

I have purchased your book, which I have to say is absolutely amazing. I am a massive advocate of mental health having been diagnosed with complex PTSD a year ago. Having spent 20 years as a Police Officer, and mental health only starting to be taken seriously by the police force, or that's how it appears, Ihave recommended your book to a number of colleagues. Thank you for your work, and the amazing advice you provided both on line and in your book.

[@yummycookie3429]

What book??????

[@fun2222]

@@yummycookie3429 mental health refinery!

[@redmed10]

It's not just finding those moments of joy it's avoiding those things that give you pain.

[@android22arc]

Often you don't know what's causing your pain or if you know what's causing it, it's not changeable so easy or can't be changed at all.

[@redmed10]

@@android22arc Normally it's people that are causing you pain. The problem is when you think you can't do without these people or thinking everybody is like this and you don't deserve happiness. You've got to start somewhere.

[@jaina.z2632]

Have thought whats the point so many times in last 23 years of my life. Your talk changed my whole outlook in just a few seconds. Best advice i heard 😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you .

[@AkashIssar]

I have to put this on a loop to keep repeating and hear every word carefully when the abyss of low mood nears.

[@annazoe9000]

I have just started my journey to become an occupational therapist... hope to be a ray of hope like u are❤💜❤

[@evelynmercy316]

All the best, your amazing ❤️

[@soundaryamenmozhiyal]

Ohhh my god❤ Sending loads of wishes and love 😍

[@norahdenovan8658]

That’s so simple, but so true, when I feel like giving up& crawling under my duvet, I go for a walk in the woods near me. What a difference it makes ❤🙏thank you

[@KisseKahaniyaanAurKitabein]

I knew something is wrong with me since a very bad failed and broken friendship. Can't help bad people things happen no matter how hard you try to avoid. But your videos keep me going. I feel indebted to you. Thank you Dr. Julie❤

[@VOSBoys1113]

You're really helping me, it's 4 in the morning, I'm scrolling to fill time, thank you for a new perspective

[@bluebellcrushedvelvet]

I love her!!! She is such a beautiful, sweet soul!! God she soothes my heart!! 🥺🥺💔❤

[@cozyrosie]

I started to prioritize peace over happiness. Happiness is like sadness. Sometimes I feel it, sometimes I don't. Sometimes a situation makes me happy or sad, but it is not something that someone should chase daily.

[@lamb444]

thank you for this. I’ve been feeling depressed and like life is pretty boring. I stoped doing all the things that brought me joy but i’m going to make time to try them again because maybe even if i don’t enjoy it rn i’ll start to love it again

[@subspolice2299]

God thank you so much someone like you has open a channel and spreading awareness God bless you

[@DrJulie]

You are so welcome

[@immxjesty]

I’m slowly bringing myself back onto my feet now that my life is changing drastically since I moved. I can’t express how happy I was when I was able to move to a new school, where over time I gained new friends and overall became a better, and happier person instead of feeling shut out by everyone like I felt at my old school. Because now that I moved, I no longer need to feel high anxiety to other people, I feel happier and I feel like I have a better purpose in life. I’m incredibly glad I moved, if I didn’t..I’m not too sure I would still be here.

[@tejasgeorge7555]

The way you're using YT shorts to present psychological concepts so innovatively is amazing. I personally have not seen anyone doing this yet. The way you creatively explain psychological concepts is great. God bless you for the work you're doing. Keep going!

[@sobiashaheen3550]

Best way "My Dr Julie" speak with Unconscious Directly❤

[@Smileyfn.]

You have changed my life ❤️ keep doing what you do your amazing

[@gru6y17]

I like her... the way she explains it helps me know my self just that little bit more

[@emilyfarley1525]

Ive been saying this for years. Momentum can really take hold and get you to a place where youre happier amd enjoying life, but if you stop even for a couple days, its so easy to backslide all the way to where you were

[@worldsfinestnegativemind9108]

That's why I keep watching your videos, every little happiness adds up. You are a true source of encouragement and happiness.

[@truthfulpatriot9129]

Faith over feelings is How one Overcomes🙏❤️

[@joanryan2242]

Yes ❤

[@marcelopapajr.6852]

Wow, that's why we need to choose to be happy. Thank you for that message.

[@e2ndcomingsoon655]

Thank you Doctor. This meant the world to me, I have lost interest on everything and felt no purpose, left my child with my husband at home and bought books for her yesterday found the joy in the little things, today I felt better and I’m teaching her after work which also made me happy, as you said, this is getting better already! Thanks!!

[@LValo-or1kz]

I'm always proud of getting up in the morning, taking a shower, going outside for a walk... Over time I found out that discipline is everything. Now I do every day something that scares me...

[@CookingWithCarlina]

Thank you for saying this.

[@teresitaliberato6682]

I love this ! It just made smile.

[@BumblebeeTeeUK]

Love this. I’ve had depression on and off for years, but step by step I’ve turned my life around since March 2020, removed a toxic influence and broke free and living life as best as I can with chronic physical health issue

[@yulchpulch]

I love how the background changes at the end, nice touch

[@DrJulie]

Thank you, didn’t think anyone would spot that ☺️

[@yulchpulch]

@@DrJulie it's subtle, but it's cute :>

[@yummycookie3429]

I had to rewatch after reading your comment

[@puplover916]

Tysm.... Im having a heard time and u really helpd me...

[@himanganapanwar3832]

Exactly......currently I'm struggling with my mental health and no matter what I do......its like nothing is making me happy anymore.......

[@umer.on.youtube]

All I could think is HOW BEAUTIFUL she is!

[@johnsimoney2035]

I started crying midway through when you mentioned that the color of our lives begin to change after prioritizing the many little moments that give us joy. Thank you Dr. Julie ❤️ I needed to hear this…

[@roytitus2870]

Julie I'm proud to say that God changed my life around for me to the 360 in my life I'm so grateful and loving and caring for him that it's unbearable but that's the truth he changed my life dramatically change me overnight I'd say hallelujah Jesus name thank you God

[@emmacavalier]

Yeah depression cant be healed overnight. If you feel enough is enough and that you want to change your life, the best thing you can do is to slowly reintroduce joy and have gratitude.

[@gracegwozdz8185]

Not really, fix your leaky gut, add nutrients and depression is gone almost overnight. Try it, nothing to lose... but sadness and despair.

[@Tubbysneederful]

@@gracegwozdz8185 go on…

[@digantpattanaik5424]

It gets lovelier and more relatable everytime.

[@mikaelastefkova]

Reminds me of one of ky favourite Doctor Who quotes “The way I see it, every life is a pile of good things and… bad things. The good things don’t always soften the bad things, but vice versa, the bad things don’t necessarily spoil the good things or make them unimportant.” ✨

[@vanielgodfrey9049]

God is always saying to me that whether you think you fail or succeed in life only half of that is true, because sin comes with repercussion and it passed on sometimes to our children and so we face it all. Even so this helped me a lot and I thank God for bringing me here so I can hear this message and I hope someday I can earn enough to pay for my own therapy.

[@isabellrc]

Let’s Stand FIRM ON GETTING AFFORDABLE ACCESSIBLE WELL REGARDED MENTAL HEALTHCARE. Some cannot go it alone!

[@ronajoie200]

I was here in the comments 9 months ago,now I much feel better and happy,thank you again. I quit my stressful job,I was drained physically, emotionally and mentally...now I'm living my life better❤🇵🇭

[@fun2222]

Good leave what you make stress! AND FIND OUT NEW JOBS OR HOBBIES!

[@Jazzatic2011]

The bookshelf color changing was a nice touch honestly

[@jonnymorpeth6520]

Dr Julie, your shorts keep me alive! I’m an recovering alcoholic! With the greatest of respect, I not sure if you could even pull me round! Please keep posting! X

[@wildcitygirl44]

When i started celebrating the small amounts of moments of joy, happiness and other hobbies as well and work, i take it for granted and reminds me of st theresa saying "do small things with great joy" my everyday saying for me to keep me going

[@dolandarkerest761]

dr julie out here casually giving me goosebumps

[@rebeca9920]

I love your words linked to your demonstrations… the non-physical linked to the physical… Thank you so much! 🙏⭐️

[@rotschimmel]

I love the practical examples you show us to prove your point. Your work is amazing,Doctor Julie!

[@amymartinez6477]

I recently came to the realization that the job I had accepted almost 10 months ago even though it had great benefits and opportunities was making me spiral deeper into depression and anxiety on most days I have to be medicated to just even get through the day. A week ago I put in my 2 weeks notice and even though I still have anxiety at least I have the last day to look forward to. Everyone going through something I hope you all find peace within yourselves to give yourself the time and attention to heal.

[@dev1995kumar]

My sister, died 5 months ago... I don't feel I like living anymore. Neither do I feel any meaning in anything. It's just I have got responsibilities; I have to live life everyday. But you sometimes do help ma'am. Huge thanks ❤🙏

[@hullabaloo7974]

I usually detest the idea of wasting something as precious as water but this was not it. Thank you ❤️

[@themorningflightinindonesi3558]

My definition about joy and happiness is that it accompanies the bad moment similar to a train track never separate for two wheels. If someone can handle both at a time with more focus at the positive experience of this life, he's really happy.

[@mrstiggywinkle]

Thats also how the unhappiness drips in, but agree to try not to give up is all we have.

[@myownmasterpiece8788]

Key words, meaning and purpose... not mindless self-indulgence

[@catlady7183]

Depression never leaves no matter how hard I try. Everything is so hard

[@debrajimski3540]

Needed to hear this today. The "why bother" thinking is probably don't properly take care of myself either and not just doing pleasurable activities.

[@Teddietonbear23]

Yep. this is me 😢. up and down like a roller coaster 🎢. part of my family don’t understand how i am when i’m low a mood 😢❤

[@angieeheheheh]

This made me cry..

[@octogames6823]

I didn't realize how broken I am until I subscribed to your channel. I am fighting, I really am. Having the tools to get better and actually using them are easer said then done. I have been in "recovery" for 6 months now. Eating right, working out five days a week. 10k steps in a day. I feel good, not great or happy but I am stable and motivated so not hating myself is a start.

[@juliannahiggins9933]

You help me a lot to realize things that are hidden away for reasons behind the emotions. I’m thankful and only wish I could have you as my psychologist 🌺

[@juchlu3081]

This is exactly the help I needed right now. I still feel bad, change takes time. But I got a perspective.

[@annathompson3034]

Thank you. 💗 Recently I have been feeling like there isn’t a point in trying to take good care of myself. I’m trying not to feel this way anymore.

[@TheTomous]

I love your book, Dr Julie! I bought it for my partner and ended up reading it myself. Now I got another copy for a good friend of mine.. I don’t only read it, I take notes and keep coming back to them 📝 My mum is struggling with her mental health and your book helps me to give her tips how to overcome difficulties and helps us create meaningful conversations. From messaging with her about daily troubles, we created a habit of sending daily 3 things that we are grateful for. Small changes with a big impact! Thank you for explaining how the brain works and where feelings, fears and anxieties come from. Love, Tom 💛

[@user-hq7qh5wn9b]

I feel like just like how depression stage doesn't increase at once but gradually I think that doing something that raise one's mood day by day will at some point make a change

[@drawina_zilliondreams4453]

How this literally came to my feed first thing in the morning when I just said that there’s nothing to look forward to in the next tomorrow and mornings really proves that there is a beautiful fate 🥺 thank you for this. I’ll try 💖💖

[@winterunterseher8937]

Small moments to remember, and to look forward to kind of make it easier to be in the present.

[@yummycookie3429]

Great video as ever. In our modern life we think that we should be happy all the time. We need to stop seeking happiness. Life has its moments, ups and downs. Just live without focusing on being happy. Life is what happens to you while you are busy making other plans 😊

[@thelightinthedark2949]

I suffered with depression and severe anxiety for over 10 years. I would have anxiety attacks out of nowhere and start hyperventilating and shaking uncontrollably. The depression was a battle everyday. I did well at hiding it. No one knew I was battling this for so long. I didn’t think anyone would care anyway. Moving forward, my depression took a massive nose dive. It’s like I went from one stage of depression to the worst stage possible. I was thinking about taking my life. The days were consumed with thoughts of how I would and could do it cleanly and quick. I wrote a note for whoever would find me. I went to bed one night shattered and hopeless. I remember feeling like nobody cared about me and that I was a waste of human life and space. Immediately after closing my eyes I was transferred to a beautiful garden/park. It was stunning. The colors and flowers were not anything I’ve seen here on earth. In the distance I saw some man in a robe sitting on the bench. Without speaking he called me to him. I walked toward him and knew in my heart or hearts that it was Jesus Christ. He didn’t say a word to me. I felt dirty in his presence. He was amazing and full of glory. He put his right arm out like he was queuing me to sit. When I sat down he put his arm around me and pulled me into him. It was like he was giving me a right side hug. I felt so much comfort and love and peace next to him. This isn’t a love you would ever experience here on earth or from any human being. This was something above that. It was like this love was designed and designated only for Jesus Christ to give. I wanted to melt into him. Again we didn’t speak but he knew what I was feeling and I was able to feel the sadness he felt for my brokenness. It was so incredible. To think he cared about me that much and he saw my suffering opened my eyes to knowing I was never alone even when I thought I was. So I leaned in and rested my head against him. As I leaned into him, Jesus removed all the darkness, sadness, anxiety, and everything else that was weighing me down. It was like he was the vacuum and I was a pile of dirt lol. Weird analogy but accurate. He sucked it right out of my body. After he removed it I took a big breath of relief and woke up. I found myself still surrounded by his love. Everything I went to bed with was gone...he literally took it all from me. I felt like I was refreshed and reborn. Like I was in a new body. My mind was blown. Jesus Christ took all my depression and anxiety away in one night. I suffered with that for 10 years and in one night it’s gone!! I gave my life to Jesus Christ after that and was baptized shortly after. There is no doubt in my mind of his existence. He is ALIVE and well. I’m a full blown believer now and so grateful for Gods mercy on my life. I have been free from depression and anxiety for a couple years now. My encouragement to those out there suffering is to know that even if you feel alone in your suffering you are NOT! Jesus Christ is always there and loves you more than you could ever imagine. Call on him and receive him into your heart. All those who believe in Jesus Christ will be saved. He died for all of us. He walked a perfect sinless life for sinners like you and me. He shed his perfect blood on the cross and sacrificed himself so that we could walk free. He rose on the third day and defeated death. He is the son of God and the messiah. Those who trust in him and believe on him are saved. Repent and believe in the good news! Jesus Christ is ALiVE! He is Amazing! He is Lord of Lord and King of Kings!! You CAN trust him with your LIFE. He is the GOOD SHEPHERD! Blessings to all of you! Praise and glory be to Lord God almighty ❤️❤️❤️

[@Danny-dt1pe]

Thank you for this, I am doing better after being in a dark dark place for months. With that said I still don’t feel the joy I used to from my old hobbies and I was worried about it. I know I need to try and push my self to do them anyway.

[@Wen0211]

I need to remember and remind this everyday everytime when I feeling have not point in life. Thank you!

[@someonespecial1234]

I love how the background colour also changed into the same colour

[@sgdersho]

I practice this consistently, it does make my depression less debilitating

[@manjulatakhare3509]

Hope you've come as a light to so many dealing with depression, BPD, etc. You kinda ooze serenity!

[@ShivaniSinghJan1999]

Can't appreciate you enough the quality of service you are giving to the humans in this pale world 🌻🙏🕉️ God bless you 🕉️🙏

[@emilyfarris3510]

This is a very powerful statement and needs to be told around the world.🥰

[@fernandapatino4247]

The lighting of the background changing was so cool!