5 Ways to Overcome Depression - My Experience

[@depressiontoexpression]

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[@Holbrook0107]

❤💚

[@Al.531]

Have you bee screened for ADHD?

[@SJ-zi7fx]

Scott.. I really needed to hear this today. Today was my darkest day and I’m surprised I am still here to tell the tale. Thankyou from the bottom of my heart,You were part of why I held on. God bless you ❤️🙏🏻

[@83dira]

I hope you're feeling better now 😊

[@suzanneblaylock9598]

Feeling the same way today, thanks for your kind words.

[@lindavalentin5582]

Scott, I am a 68 year old African-American woman following you since the summer. You’ve been extremely kind, inspirational and even humorous at times. Thank you so much! 👏👏👏👏💯

[@Bean-hm4ob]

These days have been hell. This is the biggest depressive episode I've ever had. I noticed towards the evening it gets better but the mornings are excruciating. Going out and seeing people kinda helped. I laughed a bit as well. Be active and do stuff, it can make a big difference. Don't give up, you can do it. ❤

[@Jerry43765]

Mornings for me are the worst as well 😢

[@megibatsa925]

Are you feeling better ?

[@luisbatista5]

In my humble opinion, Depression is as if we suddenly fall inside ourselves and you wake up in a panic from the fall, then you get panic because you don't know where you are, how to get out of there, how to get out of that dark and damp place, a place with no meaning and understanding to ourselves, and behold, you find yourself exhausting all your energies and possible and imaginary options to try to escape from that place and it is then that exhaustion descends on you along with a feeling of powerlessness, then loneliness arrives and embraces you, and last you find yourself in a state of apathy and hopelessness...❤🤗

[@justmadeit2]

I get knots of despair in my stomach and feelings of dread-plus dark thoughts. Its truly scary

[@andaleebjibran336]

Such a true presentation of depression

[@andaleebjibran336]

I dont people who are suffering from severe depression, what should they as most of the options are not help ful.

[@Jerry43765]

When I wake up in the mornings it seems to be the worst...

[@klanderkal]

Yes... its like that 😫

[@glitchingberror1717]

Haven't even made it 2 minutes into the video and I'm already balling my eyes out.. Your eye contact when you are reassuring the viewers is what got me, I felt your heart when watching this video. Thank you.

[@polinaalissa367]

i could remember several years ago I was diagnosed with ADHD. Also suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Not until my mom recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

[@maryjohnny9920]

they saved you from death bud, lets be honest here. and mushrooms are one of the most amazing things on this planet i wish people would all realize. they could solve a lot of problems, more than just mental treatments, environmental clean up; the possibilities are endless with fungus.

[@Robertvaquero]

Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Greece. Really need!

[@WilliamSok-ib1ms]

YES very sure of Dr.Burkeshroom. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today

[@annarita2322]

I hate that psilocybin gets grouped with drugs like cocaine and heroin. Mushrooms are a remedy, not a vice! I went on a microdose treatment for a couple of months and within the first week, every sight of a cigarette got me questioning why I was doing all that to myself. It really works.

[@MarlinMetzler]

How do I reach out to him? Is he on insta

[@SarahSafar-me2zh]

I’ve been depressed and sleeping up to 13 hours for 5 weeks now. Thank you for this, your voice is so soothing and I felt it .

[@Jerry43765]

I feel like sleeping and not waking up...but I dont wanna die kinda feeling😢

[@old-soul]

Mine is opposite…cannot sleep 😔

[@VanessaSimon26]

I know I am Sleeping almost all day till 5 pm. I like to dream. It better than being awake.

[@muhyadindahir3188]

@@VanessaSimon26exactly, dreaming is much peaceful and fun than my reality

[@SM-zf6ye]

Every time I’m depressed I end up watching these videos. I think I’ve seen nearly every single one. It’s hard to socialize on the phone much less in person, although it’s important during depression, I find it difficult hearing my friends talk about supper when food is repulsive, what they’ve done or plans they have ect where I struggled to get off the couch or force myself to just eat a small meal! I personally think this is why some people like me stop being social. I try to exercise and try to accomplish something tiny every day… At times it’s very difficult to not compare. As far as therapy, psychologists and psychiatrists here in the US it’s difficult unless you’re rich. I’m disabled and only have Medicare, nobody accepts it! I have an upcoming appointment, $300 for the initial and $175 for follow ups!!! It’s absolutely sad for those with limited income or subpar insurance

[@modernmisery1944]

It’s crazy to me the things I say to myself, the way I treat, view myself, things I would never do to any other living soul.

[@marymulfingermusic5311]

I’ve been suffering from depression for over a year now, and just today I discovered you. I’m so glad I did! Thank you for making these videos and for giving us help and hope! It is a huge comfort to know that I’m not alone in this battle. Keep up the great work! You are needed in this world!

[@foreverbefree1265]

Sending hugs, I’m also battling depression but I do believe that we will overcome it. Stay positive. ❤

[@marymulfinger4033]

Thank you so so much!! This is very encouraging! I know I just need to hold on and believe that things will get better. Thank you!

[@tasmarkou5681]

Hi , Can I make a suggestion, respectfully even if you're an Atheist you still have nothing to lose .. Jesus said ,Mathew 11.28 -30 Jesus says- Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. .. So he claims to being you peace of mind and heart, so ask him to do it ,you have,nothing to lose even if you don't believe he exists,but I can assure you thousands have testified he does ...

[@marymulfingermusic5311]

@@tasmarkou5681 Thank you SO much! I am a believer and love the Lord with all my heart. A Christian friend gave me a book called “If I’m a Christian Why am I Depressed?” It has helped me a lot! A Christian counselor wrote this after he also became depressed. I know that the mind is an organ just like the heart etc. and it can become sick. Some Christians (not all) don’t know how to help those of us who get depressed and they think we are somehow sinning and not living by faith. But it is far far different. Depression is truly an illness that can happen to us all. Spurgeon was a prime example. Anyway, I have found help from people even if they are not of my same faith, because they understand the sickness

[@MarionObyrne-dt7ml]

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[@VanessaSimon26]

Thank you for this video! I want out of this darkness now!!!

[@pierioficial]

Hey, Scott. I’m from Brazil and I know you since the beginning of your videos. I was in a rough time back then too, and you helped me a lot through anxiety and depression. I got better over the years but lately I’ve been struggling again. I haven’t watched your videos for a while and just now I remembered you, which led me to this video, cause you were a big part of my recovery back then. That’s how powerful your work is. Just wanted you to know how important your words are and how much love and support you give to people. This path ain’t easy. You know it. I know it. But it helps a lot when you find someone who gets it and makes a move to make it easier to others. It’s beautiful. Wish you all the best and hope you’re well and safe ❤️ I see you. Thank you so much ❤️

[@matilda4406]

Ever explored why? Older siblings often bully younger ones and we can't talk about it. That's often a cause. It's ok to say they were horrible.

[@selmo6376]

I'm from Brasil too and I've just found Scott's vídeo now because I was looking for recoveries stories from depression. Im in a dificult place now, doing all the 5 things Scott's strongly suggests... but still...I've just began a new medication hoping and praying it will work. This was a ' desabafo message ' ( letting out message ). If you feel like , who knows .... it would be helpful to exchange thoughts about this, so to speak, prroblem...Hope you are feeling Bettencourt todas!!

[@johnnymurray6275]

It's freaking tough man! Thank you for the video. Depression sucks!

[@autumntedford7148]

He has a calming voice, We are trying I'm trying

[@suzanneblaylock9598]

Thank you, thank you, thank you so much for your kinds words. Truly grateful.

[@noracoyle4988]

Im just retired after nursing for about 45 years. All those years i suffered from bulimia, insomnia and chronic lonliness, i hid all this with a great smile, such an exhausting life. I quit smoking 12 years ago and replaced it with caffine now im trying to quit that. What has kept me going is my faith. Thank you for this video nust stumbled upon it.❤️

[@yea4219]

I think the untangling piece is the most important part for me because the more clarity I get the closer I feel to understanding… and the more understanding I get the closer I am to helping myself… . Because it’s when you don’t know wth is happening and what happened that adds to the hopelessness. Anyway don’t want to make this comment too long. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing and profound advice which such love and intention. We need more people like you. You don’t know how much this meant to me. This is definitely not easy but it’s a way out 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤️‍🩹❤️

[@cynthiacrocker39]

Getting a message. Thank you. I would not ever want anyone to suffer as I have.i am an overcomer. Being strong all the time can be tiresome sometimes

[@jonnynoakes9070]

It’s mad isn’t it - when we are in those pits of despair we are somehow sure it’s unique to ourselves. How you described depression at the start was 100% accurate. Thanks for doing what you do bro 👏🏻🙏🏻💎

[@notdeadyet3929]

100%

[@stephaniezuercher87]

You’re talking to more people than you think…you’re talking to a lot of people with this Scott and thank you for your understanding..❤you’re helping a lot🙏🏼

[@tlc8023]

You have beautiful empathic eyes,Scott! I am lucky to have stumbled upon this video! Thank you for what you do. More power to you!

[@katjadebeljak9723]

I came across this video today, your speech made me cry and comfort me at the same time. Thank you❤️🙏

[@ettahiang9928]

Thank you Scott. I came across your channel yesterday and am enjoying your videos. Your voice is so comforting and your words make so much sense. Thank you again!! ❤

[@Recursively_]

I would love to see you do a video on the guilt that comes along with depression. I am recovering from major depressive disorder and the past year it’s like I didn’t exist. I am the sole provider and my business really suffered. Meanwhile my husband cared for me, making sure I ate and had support while caring for our two children. He took over all of my old responsibilities like making the kids lunches for school, after school activities, field trips, clothes shopping. He is a stay at home dad but I have always been a good partner and relished these kind of activities. When I got depressed I could no longer get up early to make lunches as I wasn’t sleeping at night. I lost so much executive function that it was hard for me to plan things for special events and school things so I simply didn’t. All I did was work (which I also wasn’t great at) and sleep. I didn’t go outside my room and I barely played with them. As I lift myself out of this fog I am utterly disgusted with myself. I am so angry with myself and guilty for failing my family the past 12 months. A year of my life that I will never get back with my family. The guilt of it is hampering my recovery. My self worth is at an all time low as my one goal in life was to be a better parent than I had.

[@anastasiyaraichman1841]

Hi, I get you, I see you, your words resonated so much with me. The guilt can be so heavy, but please hear me when I say that this does not define you. You are beautiful and special. Sending you love, you are not alone❤

[@Recursively_]

@@anastasiyaraichman1841 Thank you for your thoughtful words of encouragement. They are dearly appreciated. I wish you many happy days ahead.

[@chifftimz]

I can relate 💯 What's worse for me is I have Tinnitus & severe anhedonia which has affected my enjoying of music, movies, food, sex, humor etc, along with my depression 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️ How did I ever get to this low??

[@jasonharris5276]

You are talking to me right now. Never have had depression or anxiety. My grandmother and my father died in the past few months. Thought i was handling it and moving forward. Suddenly had a panic attack and its been a spiral for the past 2 weeks. Wasnt depressed at first but im so useless from the anxiety that im becoming more and more depressed. Prayers for all that are dealing with these issues. Wish id had more empathy for ppl with these issues before

[@RandyR]

Only have a minute. I have been alone 90 to 95% of the time for years. Four of my local friends died. My mom died last July. Married but mainly roommates. Am also a recovering addict-alcoholic, with 12 years sober. I am busy not thinking much. Have to sale my belongings so i can pay the bills. Long ago, I had to get angry enough to keep on fighting! God is doing for me what I can't do for myself. Making videos, is a type of therapy. Feel better when I have accomplished something. Great video. Don't quite understand Patron yet.

[@elinaselene]

Thank you for this after a lifetime of abuse by narcissistic people who trashed my sensitivity, developing an anxiety disorder at age 17. I didn't tell anyone, family, friends....and my relationships who I let take complete advantage of me as I so desperately wanted them to see me. I have always attracted selfish individuals and my latest was a deceitful guy of 3yrs in a relationship who betrayed me with other options during the whole time we were together. Now trying to heal but feel so empty, lonely, and lost. I am glad I found your videos.

[@leahr9038]

The Lord has ordained this man to speak to the rawest part of the human heart. What an assignment. What a gift to speak God's compassion to the wounded. And no doubt the Lord let him walk through these deep pains to be able to empathize with people who are deeply hurting. God bless this ministry of compassion, understanding, care and love.

[@lindavalentin5582]

I took your suggestion and started 25mg of an anti-anxiety med and it’s helping me Thank you Scott

[@pf6638]

Hello. I'm so grateful for what you are and have done to many people as myself. There are moments that I am aware that this is all part of my journey. I'm always grateful after going through some dark days knowing that this too will pass. I'm so grateful to come across your channel and the community knowing that each and everyone of us are not alone.Thanks again.

[@crollo_songs]

I talked to so many people and listened to so many people talk about depression but you are one person I feel understands me,even the KZbin thing about being sickening.I have already taken steps on my own, I exercise,go to therapy,quit drinking coffee , am mindful of my diet and forced my self to interact with other people,all of which really helped.Your video made me understand that I should be praud and even if nobady sees it or understands I really am trying ,am fucking trying so hard and thats why I know am going to be ok

[@helenkay6628]

Dear Scott, you are so inspiring, your message, so clear and understanding. l find myself in the depths of depression once again, unable to function, but your words of comfort and encouragement really help. God bless you and THANKYOU 🙏 Xx

[@suzannemaroney4579]

I’m here, hanging on, listening.❤

[@danielbroadbent87]

Talking to dan from leeds. Really struggling right now but your words are powerful

[@Andy73-81]

Thank u for the inspiring videos and sharing your insights into dealing with depression.

[@Weshow247Everyday]

if only i can speak openly and reach out yet reflecting upon how i am being judged by the outside world. Maybe i am overthinking about my own shame and this is self sabotage that keeps me away from my friends. Hey dude, i totally feel how you felt. Mental health is crippling me throughout from teenage to adulthood at 40s. Keep going mate, you got your self care going strong and always keep in mind. One to another we can bring more awareness in our own community.

[@tasmarkou5681]

Hi , Can I make a suggestion, respectfully even if you're an Atheist you still have nothing to lose .. Jesus said ,Mathew 11.28 -30 Jesus says- Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. .. So he claims to being you peace of mind and heart, so ask him to do it ,you have,nothing to lose even if you don't believe he exists,but I can assure you thousands have testified he does ...

[@AM-yu6ys]

Untangling yes! Nice metaphor! It's not about getting rid of stuff, like personality traits, it's about sorting stuff out and accepting. You know what I mean? I have been fighting against being overly sensitive, anxious and depressive at times, now I try to accept my episodes and try embrace them as my unconsciousness guiding me, even though it's so hard sometimes.

[@ArabellasTarot]

Thank you! It’s awful and this is so needed! ❤

[@ZeNaTy-hg4zd]

Psilocybin containing mushroom saved my life. it made me to quite illicit pill addiction after three years and it has also helped me to survive depression.

[@Elizabeth-yx2ti]

I was having depression and this constant, unbearable anxiety because of university stress. Not until I came across dr.chris356, a very intelligent mycologist.He saved my life honestly

[@oliwia-ix5iz]

​@@Elizabeth-yx2tiI'm feeling the same way too. I put too much on my plate and it definitely affects my stress and anxiety level. I am so glad to be part of this community.

[@AliRamo-xc2ox]

Shrooms was the best trip I had. It was an amazing experience.

[@Elizabeth-yx2ti]

​@Aldair-kq5ztYes he is. (dr.chris356)

[@craigfaria]

​@@Elizabeth-yx2tiCan dr.chris send to me in ohio?

[@anuththarajayasooriya9329]

We are much Alike Scott!!!

[@DAClub-uf3br]

I have been in groups for depression. I had no interest in befriending people that are only going to add more difficulty in my life.

[@audreypistor4610]

Thank you I know you understand. This is my first time listening but it will not be my last time that is for sure,

[@conniesaayman5038]

Hi Scott, you are verbalising so much how I feel and going through, thanks for the chat...because that is how it felt.

[@kinga8477]

I'm so tired.. I've been eating too much recently, trying to numb all negative emotions and somehow make up for my low mood and stress, which yesterday cost me a huge stomachache. I've been running away from my duties (studying, I'm on university) cause I can't focus on what I'm reading and it's hard for me to see any point in learnig, cause I don't really believe I'll ever get any job. When I was younger I genuinely loved learing languages, but now I feel like I've been faking it. I've been spending lots of time online, which is making all of my anxiety even worse, cause it doesn't solve anything and is giving temporary relief. I've tried to get out of this state, but I've been also having mood swings all the time, so when I get out, I fall down again. I worry about my exams and getting job, cause I'm afraid I'll fail, which is making myself to get work done even more challenging. I'm so freaking tired, cause I care and don't care at the same time. Nothing seems to help, I had self-harm thoughts today again, as I want to escape the pain so badly and I really don't know how. I have friends, but the only people that know about my real situation with mental health are my parents, who I call almost every day, cause I've moved out to another city to go to university. Right now I'm sitting in my dorm, in this dark room, trying to keep what's left from my sanity. I don't want to die, but I don't want to live, at least not in this way, but I don't know what to do.. or.. maybe I do know, but I feel too overwhelmed by all my emotions, feeling lonely, sad, stressed.. to actually do something, which would help. All I think about is how I want my life to look different and how I want to go back home.. I've been here alone for such a long time, I need a hug.. I need someone to be here with me, hug me, show me that they care, help me get through these emotions..

[@tasmarkou5681]

Hi , Can I make a suggestion, respectfully even if you're an Atheist you still have nothing to lose .. Jesus said ,Mathew 11.28 -30 Jesus says- Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. .. So he claims to being you peace of mind and heart, so ask him to do it ,you have,nothing to lose even if you don't believe he exists,but I can assure you thousands have testified he does ...

[@KAHHHH8548]

You are a good man scott, and you really moved me when you said youd rather have somebody elses life when you were feeling so much like shit. And I have this completely: going out on a beautiful day, seeing everybody else seemingly, apparently having fun and being happy, or least they have fucking company with them, and Im miserable, Im in hell, and theyre not. Im in hell in my head

[@SavannahStuermer]

I just discovered your channel and I am so glad I found it. I have anxiety and depression and I know that your channel will be a great wealth of information, comfort and reassurance for me as I continue my mental health journey. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@Irene-q5v]

I wish I had a group of friends or family, I have no one to talk with and my depression and pain is severe

[@selmo6376]

Unfortunately I have very dramatic side effects with oral medication. So Im trying now ect (eletric comvulsive therapy) Around 6 to 8 sessões downhere in Brazil. Praying it will work. Thanks for the vídeo. Very rarely we see such a deep understanding with such a honest and deep comprehension about what depression feels like. Congratulations for such an initiative man!!

[@HK-fe2iq]

A cried alot at the first seconds of your video❤ Cause no one had understood my feelings the way that you did. Simple but devistating

[@CCTrubiak]

Your video really impacted me this morning. I'm still watching it - taking notes, taking moments to reflect... I awoke this morning with a tremendous feeling of failure, and all things I looked at were only providing evidence to prove that feeling.... however I'm not one to fully give up and so I sought this video as a way to seek understanding, compassion and support and truthfully it has helped shift perspective. Thank you.

[@affmark24]

Thank you brother, this video made me cry

[@gregdescant4121]

Thanks!

[@depressiontoexpression]

Thank you!!!!

[@asimibwesarah9484]

Thanks for understanding.

[@I-Joshuaism]

Thanks for sharing brother, peace to all. You're talking to my Frequency with this; keep sharing because we hear you

[@bjrgskjerning1155]

So true, u nailed it with your words and your compassion 👏🌟 I love your videos 😊

[@LoveeeeelyM]

This video felt so personal. I felt like God was talking to me through you 😢♥️

[@CaseyJadeWalters]

Thank goodness I found your video❤ I feel like this is my life right now xx

[@liliyayakobov8427]

This video is so important!! Thank you for that

[@MarjDP]

Dealing anxiety and depression. It's not really easy to fight your own thoughts. No one understand unless you're one of those experiencing it.

[@tasmarkou5681]

Hi , Can I make a suggestion, respectfully even if you're an Atheist you still have nothing to lose .. Jesus said ,Mathew 11.28 -30 Jesus says- Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. .. So he claims to being you peace of mind and heart, so ask him to do it ,you have,nothing to lose even if you don't believe he exists,but I can assure you thousands have testified he does ...

[@megibatsa925]

Are you feeling better?

[@Guys_Love_Each_Other]

@@tasmarkou5681 hmmm, not helpful

[@noemiecantin6260]

Hi, thank you for your videos, it helps me in many ways. It feels like im going in the right direction towards true healing. Slowly but surely.

[@Yash-Gaikwad]

You are absolutely right about social media and KZbin and all... World is going sick.

[@sarahsmith3016]

This was calming to listen to and good advice : ) thanks

[@oliae2898]

Thank you for sharing your experience. It's been really helpful.

[@LoveeeeelyM]

Thank you. This was God sent ♥️🙏🏻

[@MGBlast666]

This video is huge. Very powerful content

[@charlenefriess2128]

Thank you

[@tiffanykolinski286]

Thank you

[@kateryna.life.explorer]

first 5 minutes make me cry, thank you for sharing♥

[@Escapi_sm]

Thank you so much for this 🙏🏻

[@selmo6376]

You are Gold my ffriend !!!

[@richardreynolds299]

Speaking of diet I've gone 15 months eating only a bowl of oatmeal... I don't know what to do I just feel so lost after not being able to see my only grandson...I raised him for 4 years only to have him taken away because my daughter is in jail and I don't get along with the in-laws.... sorry for the rant I just needed to vent

[@gavinhookway2756]

Love the video. For me I do really feel I'm at fault. With allege substances I put in my body. I feel I messed my chemistry up. Since being sober I suffer with body aches and pains, a dull sence of being. And I feel its my fault. Currently trying the wim hoff method with cold baths every morning. It sucks it really does. I feel ok for a few hrs. I just got to keep going. ❤

[@Lostinspace2356]

You seem like such a good guy. I’m happy theirs people like you who can advocate and explain mental illnesss . Thank you

[@user-hn9qg5qm3o]

I've managed to go now from my late 20s/early 30s with thoughts of "well I'll have my life all together when I'm in my late 30s and I'll be set...probably either married by then or close to getting married, perhaps even having kids and I'll have a stable good job to be proud of." Now I'm 38 and I'm still not married, no great career to be proud of (I had one, but it ended up becoming way too stressful on me and I had to finally walk away from it after 6 years -- the medical field), no kids, just still me (not much different still). I hope I can find my way out of this hole I feel like I'm in....or maybe it's really not a hole after all, but it's my mind playing tricks on me telling me I'm in a hole. Maybe I'm really okay, but see depression has a way of telling you you're not okay, and it just snowballs even bigger. All I can do is just keep on keeping on. Either way, I'm not giving up. Thanks Scott for your messages :)

[@aleksandarsimeonov5256]

Scott, can you make a video on weltschmerz?

[@stevenschmitt3580]

In the uk, most doctors don’t understand mental health and licensing to you! Amazing Fm Mr Dawson

[@oscarreyes3291]

Hell yeah brother, you were talking to me

[@nandu1770]

Its the friends part and belongingnesss that i am struggling with. This struggle to fit in makes the depression worse and which again make it difficult to have pleasant social interaction which again makes its worse. It like a vicious cycle.

[@tasmarkou5681]

Hi , Can I make a suggestion, respectfully even if you're an Atheist you still have nothing to lose .. Jesus said ,Mathew 11.28 -30 Jesus says- Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. .. So he claims to being you peace of mind and heart, so ask him to do it ,you have,nothing to lose even if you don't believe he exists,but I can assure you thousands have testified he does ...

[@danettelawson]

I needed this.. ty so much

[@JRobert111111]

Hi Scott, what are your thoughts on ECT when nothing really works long term. I've struggled most of my life with MDD, anxiety and ASD. The last two years have really been a huge struggle although I've actually had some exciting and great things happen in life, but the excitement and joy is completely absent.

[@MarianaFerreira27gatoslindos]

I literally felt good for months( as in enjoyed my hobbies singing dancing shoping) but now I feel so low

[@martinjones8544]

over 50 years with MH issues and 45 with MDD... GSD PTSD and PURE O i'm too knckered to fight. esp this time of the year. i'm worn out. unwanted and unloved.

[@terryjones6049]

Leave my side black dog What right do you have to enter my psyche? Arriving as you do, uninvited, determined to destabilise the inner workings of my mind as you spread your tentacles into the fabric of my being. What right do you have to change the path I was travelling? When you display your evil intentions, your grip tightens bringing unique pain unlike no other, convincing me that our relationship in non-negotiable, something to be endured and, under your control. What right do you have to send me into self inflicted isolation? Your bring with you a name that entitles some to say “pull yourself together”. The name ‘depression’ forms a disbelief in some, a trendy term but a word that historically sent sufferers into incarceration. You have no right to rob me of precious plans? You offer no end date, just the option to excess on pills, increase my alcohol level or raise interest in substances, or, on occasions, worse. Why must I feel so alone, so angry, so bewildered and ready to cry for no reason? You are wrong to think you can win? You forget that love, understanding, support and having someone who instead of saying “how are you today”, says “I’m here to help if you need any”; all precious tools designed to undermine your evil presence. be away with you black dog

[@TheogRahoomie]

This isn’t my first bout of depression. I’ve been depressed before but I managed to get out of it for quite a few years. But last winter some stuff happened with my job and I slipped back into depression. I had already been feeling depressed for a few months and then my work buddy killed himself and for the first time instead of saying why would they do that (when someone commits suicide) instead I totally got why he did it. That scared me. I’m not suicidal but just the fact that I was like ya I know why he did it cause I know how he feels shook me just as much as him killing himself did.

[@jostew8846]

Somehow I am trying to find the right words to hear to help deal with anxiety, depression and difficulties - and I can't seem to find the right words.

[@sashay404]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@dorcaslegacycollection11]

You are talking to me thanks you Scott I needed this

[@sree9973]

I can totally relate to you and its been 3 yrs and I am 19 ,still trying each day ❤

[@VermaFe]

I just came across you're channel. All I can say is thank you 😢😢😢.

[@angillaroopchand2500]

Thank u🙏

[@Zoe-Mathilda]

what if you don't have friends - life just made it that way - losing one or two then another one is on the other side of the world then one had a child and she's on another level and as I did wrong studies I didn't make friends with people as I didn't belong there then had depression then people don't become friends with depressed people

[@annayra6458]

"people don't become friends with depressed people" you're completely right, it's an endless cycle of loneliness

[@Zoe-Mathilda]

@@annayra6458 exactly and sure you cannot admit your lonely because people dont become friends with lonely people either

[@rashellewilcox2633]

Sometimes life just doesnt look up.especially when things cost beyond what we can afford.

[@cindydrensky5331]

THANK YOU 😊

[@bengisusens]

I have a huge black hole and darkness in my stomach and there is no light, no hope anymore…

[@davidwhalland7401]

I know that feeling too I’d rather have physical pain I hope u feel better soon

[@bengisusens]

@@davidwhalland7401 thank you for writing to me… I hope your soul is lightened too. 💐🥰🙏🏻

[@ianbetts4435]

Starts at 7:58

[@RandyR]

Have a counselor calling me on Zoom once or twice a month. Think I have finally found a in face counselor. Walked nearly 3 miles today. Meditation and Mindfulness helps. Am on med. Doesn't get me hi.

[@julietafrancisco8190]

Hi Randy

[@christopherpierson8237]

Im always downing myself n leting all the negative thoughts let me hit me from every side.

[@Concretegod18]

Hi Scott do you have any videos on Dealing with Dpdr ?

[@JS-tx9jy]

Hey there! I really hope you'll have a better day then the last days were. I'm here, because I've realized that my dear friend is in a really dark place for too long now. She picks up the phone and says she's fine, but I can tell she's not. I'll try and start a conversation, but she'll gives short answers and then there is silence. It's somewhat difficult, when it feels like she doesn't even want to talk to me or how do I reach out after being ghosted? She told me enough times by now, that "respecting her boundaries" and waiting until she reaches out is making all her friendships fade and she doesn't want that. She values her two best friends, because somehow they stayed throughout the years and multiple depressive episodes, despite her being really closed up and never directly having told them what's going on. Maybe some of you could give me advice on how to handle this? I know, I can't truely understand it, but I'd like to be at least a little help for her.