Do I have PTSD? with therapist Kati Morton | Hannah Witton

[@doddleoddle]

o no! my trauma marbles

[@lightworthy]

honestly the best and most relatable quote in this whole thing

[@zeapippilottevanderelsken425]

the biggest mood

[@ellieevans5227]

love you dodie

[@Katimorton]

Thank you so much for having me on your channel! I hope what I shared was helpful :) xoxo

[@cerysgardner2176]

Kati Morton it was super helpful but one question, can a trauma marble shatter like months after it happened??

[@samanthamosca9405]

Hey Kati I have lost a lot of family like my dad and my grandpa from cancer. I have also lost my grandma from a disease that I do not know the name of and I was there when she passed. I also recently lost my aunt and they do not know how it happened yet. On top of that I also do not have a lot of family to begin with. I do not have a uncle of any grandpas my only aunt lives far away and I do not see her that often. So all of this put together I am terrified that I will lose all of my family. So much that I will not be able to sleep because I will be crying like crazy afraid that I will wake up and someone close to me would have died. I am scared that when I am older I will have no one. Do you have any tips I hate feeling like this and I am only 14 can you please help.

[@PluviophileTraveller]

Just want to say I'm so sorry for your losses and you're in my thoughts.

[@CharleyK222]

Kati Morton when you talked about the symptoms running in the family, can that happen with social anxiety too? My grandma on my mum's side had agrophobia and my mum's socially anxious, my grandad on my dad's side is a bit socially anxious and so is my dad - Now me and two of my three siblings all have severe social anxiety which I don't think is just from it being passed down of course but I remember being socially anxious even as a really young child, could that part have been because it was passed down?

[@samanthamosca9405]

JennInLondon thank you

[@banrions]

wow, that inside out/marble metaphor was SO eye-opening and useful.

[@marybethjohnson5002]

knowing you've just had another surgery, i wish you the best!!

[@LovelyLollyB]

So gutted to watch this knowing you’ve just undergone surgery again, BUT, I hope that Kati has equipped you with some more knowledge about PTSD and processing trauma. She’s fascinating to listen to, I’m headed to her channel next! I hope you’re resting & that your recovery isn’t too drawn out & uncomfortable xxx

[@ireallyreallyhategoogle]

again? What other surgery has Hannah had?

[@emz3565]

Having recently had a potentially fatal condition, consequential surgery and an extended healing process (still ongoing) and not feeling right emotionally and mentally, I needed to watch something like this. Thank you, Hannah, get well soon

[@Julia-qp2hh]

Something that really helped me was writing it down as if i were writing a novel. It's hard to relive what happened and it took me a while and many failed attempts to write but it helped.

[@isabellahammett4315]

PTSD has controlled me since I was 6. Now I’m 16 and standing up to it. Watching this made me realise I’m not alone.

[@blueblack3591]

You are not. You are so strong

[@caerulean13]

One year ago I was in a head on collision whilst driving home after a long day at school. My car was totaled, but I managed to come out with only bruises, even though all of my air bags deployed. It took me months of therapy to get over that, and a lawsuit following the collision is setting me back a bit, but this video was super refreshing to hear. I found that exposure therapy (getting behind the wheel again, though avoiding that intersection completely) has helped me regain a bit more control of those destructive trauma thoughts. I found you & Kati's way of describing trauma super insightful and helped me verbalize to myself what I went through/am still getting over. Love you both, & wishing you a super speedy recovery Hannah!!

[@lauraerwin471]

Cassie Elizabeth I had a similar head ok collision it traumatized me I could drive for a while

[@valhalla1240]

I so know what you mean! I had the same issues! I was in a bad car accident, that ended very lucky. I only had mild bruises, but I had nightmares and flashbacks and everything for months afterwards! I realized how tiny and fragile my body is and how easily it can be destroyed. Someone in my class asked me whether the accident could have really been so bad, since the car was only rolling very slowly (another faster car crashed into the side of ours, so it didn't matter) and her question felt so insensitive to me. I told her: try slowly walking into a wall, without stopping. You'll effectively knock your brain out and might be seriously injured. The speed doesn't matter. It's just that we have no exo-skeleton.

[@theircapitolways]

My mum dealt with PTSD for almost 20 years and had talk therapy for a long time. About two years ago she had EMDR and it has literally changed her life. She couldn't even talk about what had happened to her before she had EMDR and afterwards she was able to tell me everything that happened. It's so so important to get help with something like this sooner rather than later because it has such an effect on your life. Your mental health is so so important. I am so thankful for the both of you for making such an important video. 💖💖💖

[@daphneallen5952]

Hannah, this could not have been timed better! Im about to start a new treatment (EMDR) to get through my C-PTSD and I’ve been so nervous! This make me feel so much better💗 bless you! You’re the sweetest, most gorgeous, kindest human being! Love you

[@daphneallen5952]

Jordan Crane thank you so much!!! I really do appreciate it!! 💗 💗

[@LoveParigi95]

Currently in the same situation. Good luck!!! Hope it helps ☺️

[@floralspectre]

Daphne Allen Good luck, I hope it helps

[@petervrooden9849]

Good luck! I had EMDR and it helped. You can do this!

[@juliagross3136]

I had EMDR for some non-PTSD trauma and it definitely helped me. I hope the same for you

[@amelia3841]

I've had anxiety about driving ever since i started learning 3 years ago and only just realised from this video that I actually do some of these things to cope, like visualising where im going and me driving the car before I go somewhere. I didn't even think of it as a technique, but it's good to know that it's not weird but actually good!

[@isa0ber]

i've undergone breast reduction surgery in the past and the recovery was slow, painful and secretive since i was embarrassed and didn't tell a single friend. i couldn't do a thing without a family member's help and i had to spend christmas in bed crying because it was so painful. this year i'm looking into getting full on top surgery since my dysphoria has not eased and my boobs have grown bigger but i'm terrified cause i haven't processed the first surgery yet. i'm really grateful for this video because i've been so focused on my dysphoria that i haven't stopped to consider how surgery will affect my mental health and i will definitely find a therapist to talk it out and it's all thanks to you and kati. thank you, hannah!

[@SallyWaters24]

isabel blebel Good luck Isabel! I am sorry you're going through body dysmorphia, from all accounts it's a horrible thing. I'm so sorry you felt like you had to be secretive about your first surgery; have you told any of your friends about what it was like or is it still a secret? It sounds like shame has stifled you and made your experience even harder. I love watching Hannah as she is so good at being vulnerable with us and shedding her shame by simply being honest about her experience, it really inspires me. :)

[@velvetshock]

Sending you much love and a speedy recovery from the second lot of surgery you have had today too.

[@haleyselene]

EMDR has been super helpful for my mother with processing PTSD trauma.

[@peat-mosspersephone3565]

Hey, I think this video is great, and this is a super important thing to talk about! I don't know if I'd agree with everything, but I'm glad you're put this together. As someone who's experienced trauma, I will say you can still retell a traumatic experience without emotional charge even when you haven't processed it. So, if you're reading this and you've been through trauma, but you still can retelling your trauma without breaking down you're still valid.

[@TheLittleTamTam]

Thank you so much for this comment. I haven't seen the whole video yet but got caught up in her definition of a trauma. Fearing for a life is not the only possibility to develop a trauma. Your trauma is also valid if it isn't because of that.

[@tabitas.2719]

@@TheLittleTamTam I would - any time in such situations/discussions - like to stress that life isn't purely physical. :) Plus, "just because objectively" your life wasn't in danger, doesn't mean you didn't fear for it. Hope that makes sense? That is what helps me - emotional trauma also is valid! :) Even though we still need a lot of work to getting there for the public.

[@Swordbeach16]

This helped me immensely. I witnessed my dad die suddenly, after a very brief illness when I was 19. I never felt like I coped with it or mourned properly. I can barely even talk about it now (6 years later). But I have intrusive flashes of the moment it happened almost constantly. But I never considered I might have PTSD because it wasn't a violent death/something that threatened my own life. This made me think that maybe I should get some help dealing with it. Thank you. You are a huge inspiration to me Hannah, have a speedy recovery, strong lady xx

[@evasuser]

Hannah you are strong and you've been through a lot, your stamina and perseverance are 10 times better than most men, I admire you. Many would have had collapsed under such circumstances. I wish you will live a happy life.

[@whatsupfashion3077]

I’ve seen your Instagram posts and wanted to say that I hope you get well soon! You’re so strong and a true inspiration 💕 stay strong, Hannah ❤️

[@xeshacinds]

This was so interesting! Thank you for this. Wishing you a speedy recovery again 💛

[@johnorr8812]

PTSD caused Anxiety and Depression here, I have terrible social anxiety, and am often left to just my computer in my corner of the house. -- This is a GREAT Video. -- And PLEASE get well soon! You are awesome. You are my "Friend" who lives in my computer. (lol) You make me laugh and smile. Thank you for making a difference!

[@LemonSte]

same here! when i finally tried to get help for the first time since i was like 15 (im 20 now) they just had me see some young therapist who gave me 'coping mechanisms' for 'social anxiety' -_-

[@loismae3792]

when i was younger i was diagnosed with ptsd but i’m so lucky to have overcome it with age - though i do sometimes still experience it. thanks a lot for this , very interesting

[@thatssohygge]

I do not have PTSD but it is amazing what the brain can do to protect itself/react to a stressful event. I would get flashbacks to being hospitalized for actual years just by using the same minty chapstick that I had with me on the unit. The scent/sensation of the mint oil just immediately brought me back there. Over time that physical reaction/emotional pain has faded but the memory is still there. I hope you are recuperating well and the surgery was successful!!! Thinking of you and hoping for a speedy recovery!

[@nanais_33]

Thank you so much... I was ill when I was 16 and when I was over it, I never took a break and now I'm 23 and I have develop ptsd and really hard anxiety (I'm French sorry for my bad English). Now I follow a therapy but if I knew that before I would have understand much quicker! Thank you so much and courage! Get well soon ☺️ Anaïs

[@spoonfulofmakeup3007]

Thanks for talking about this. Somatic experiencing was key in my trauma recovery. Even now that the trauma is behind me, being aware of how my emotions sit in my body has been such a helpful tool for managing everyday stress and anxiety.

[@JB-rp2ej]

I have C-PTSD (from childhood domestic violence) plus a degree in psychology, you did a great job introducing an important topic others often shy away from. Thank you for reducing the stigma and having this public conversation.

[@LieutenantSheep]

CBT was really helpful for me bc once I was taught to do it I was given the “homework” of continuing to practice it to rewire my own obsessive and intrusive thoughts. It helped me gain control again over my own thinking and worked really well a lot of the time. I tried EMDR. I was in the “this is silly” camp but of something works for people and helps them heal I’m all for it. I hope you are able to start seeing a therapist soon, Hannah, so you can heal and keep moving forward

[@Emma-fq9pv]

I’ve been watching Kati’s videos a lot recently after a diagnosis of my own mental illness. Such a treat to see you two collabing! Also wishing you a quick recovery Hannah you have been through so much, stay strong!

[@mackenzieartz338]

Hi, I came from Katie’s channel. Now I know why I will do anything to refuse going to the emergency room at the hospital whenever I’m in a massive flare or severely dehydrated! It’s my PTSD, I had never connected the two before but I have to go in so often and it’s always scary. I feel horrible for my family, but my oldest daughter is always the one who will take notice and literally force me to go in. Thank you to both of you for making this video! 🤗 I have Gastroparesis with a gastrojejunostomy (GJ tube) tube, along with a lot of other chronic conditions.

[@hazeleyedcapricorn]

This was a really informative video! I grew up with a dad in the military who deals with PTSD (but pretends he’s fine), and thought I’d learned a lot about PTSD to understand, but there’s always more to learn! As always, your open, honest discussions are an inspiration, and I think this will help a lot of people! Thank you for sharing, looking forward to when this goes live so I can check out the other part of this collab 🧡🧡🧡

[@cassandraclover9830]

i have PTSD from rare/chronic illness and medical malpractice. never have i ever heard that illness is one of the more common causes of PTSD. i don't remember the last time i felt this validated. thank you to the both of you for this video and to hannah for being so open about your journey

[@TheBinski]

I am a huge fan of Kati and now of you Hannah. I too have a chronic illness and underwent major surgery. My PTSD comes from grief over the loss of a twin like friend, other bereavements and probably my health. The BEST advice I can give people is DO NOT give in to the 'need' to stay strong and carry on. Get help straight away. Your body will thank you. I lost half of mine (almost literally) when my stomach gave up on me for a while. The brain body connection is REAL! Clawing out of this situation is hard and it never needed to happen. This video is SO perfect. You Hannah are absolutely SPOT ON about seeking help and exploring all the options. Fly on, keep posting and know you are helping more people than you'll ever realise. xoxoxoxoxox

[@RebeccaBeckery]

I’ve been going to counselling for just over a year on and off, and was diagnosed with PTSD because of my job. Having to see a lot of things nobody should ever have to see, I constantly have flashbacks of this and get nightmares from it too. Talking about it and getting more of an understanding that yes, there are very shitty people on the internet that post horrible and disgusting videos and children and animals being harmed, yes, it’s my job to get rid of it, but I do it knowing I’m preventing other people seeing it, and that helps a lot too. I find it so difficult to talk in person, but my counsellor is so lovely and understands. Right now I deal with it by thinking about what my job is, remembering how many people I’m preventing seeing these horrible things, and for some reason that just helps

[@Marie-qk1hw]

You're so brave and inspiring Hannah !! Thank you so much for talking about these subjects. :) I'm so happy the last surgery went well ! Sending lots of love your way and wishing you the best recovery, you're fantastic ! :D

[@StayLauren21]

It’s so weird that this video came out today. My therapist and I started talking about ptsd today and now we’re on a good path to start EMDR. The hardest part right now is making a timeline of my life because my memory is so spotty. She did a few tapping sessions and that seemed to bring up things that I had thought I’d forgot. Psychology is fascinating!

[@brrrul]

One of my friends was in an terrible accident once. He was driving a motorcycle and a car hit him at almost full speed. He is fine now but the driver that hit him, the police never informed him that my friend surived the accident and he thought he might have killed him. So the poor dude had to do his own investigation, found out where the parents of my friend live and rang there doorbell to find out if my friend was still alive. Man that sure is one way to develop PTSD. The guy is now doing fine now he nows that my friend is happily walking around. So yeah random story :p but hea here you go

[@helenan.9460]

Had to check twice until I could believe that you two are collaborating! So cool!

[@theatrelover9920]

This video made me realize I've never actually dealt with my traumatic childhood, which has led to me having anxiety and depression which I havent dealt with either and if I ever want to get better I HAVE to go to counselling, thank you both for making me realise this!

[@MsBraidBreaker]

This vid made me realise that I still got some issues that I need to process. Thank you Hannah for introducing me to Kati's channel! Lots of love xoxo

[@HellaJ77]

This was fantastic to come across. I had 6 big surgeries , back to back, in less than three years. The whole time I was in survival mode. I was being brave for family and pushing through to appease my Dr. As a result, my mind is stuck in fight or flight which has left me hyper aware of my body and surroundings. I’ve always known this is PTSD but my therapist was not willing to have the discussion. Wish there were more trauma educators in my area.

[@irismeeow]

hannah, i just wanted to tell you... because of your video i realised i might have ptsd and did a self referral and i now recently completed cbt. it was so hard facing my trauma for 12 weeks but it made my life so much better. i feel like i'm more like myself again and i started enjoying life a bit more again and i just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart. thank you so much for talking about all those things that others don't talk about. thank you, thank you, thank you. sending so much love your way :)

[@meganrea9717]

EMDR has definitely been helpful for me. Ive only ever had 2 EMDR sessions but the last one was a few days before my trauma anniversary. I was having nightmares more frequently and I was getting worse mentally and my therapist thought it would help. I was able to process the traumatic event so much more than just in my own head. It's definitely important to be comfortable with your therapist because you need to be able to feel safe with them. This is such an intense and vulnerable form of therapy so please take care of yourself

[@LoveParigi95]

I love how you’re being so proactive about your mental health. Such a great example to set. It makes so much sense to get support BEFORE it gets really bad. Hope your new surgery goes well ❤️

[@alinono123]

She explains things in a such a way that’s easy to understand! You’re so strong I’m sorry about what you’re going through, you don’t deserve to have to go through all this, we’re all here for you xxx

[@XiXzXa]

This was such a good video. Kati's marble analogy was perfect and made so much sense.

[@bethanymcmullen7429]

It was so great to have this break down between what is ptsd and what is trauma. For me, my dad had a massive brain tumour when I was twelve where dying was ... Two weeks away by the time of the surgery, and then there were other family medical emergencies in between, including my later diagnoses of anxiety and depression, which I went into cognitive behaviour therapy for, but it wasn't until last year, ten years after the brain tumour when my dad was diagnosed quite suddenly with a rare form of cancer with low survival rates that I actually had to process, or acknowledge that I had trauma? And even though last year was horrible and different in so many ways from the brain tumour (the difference between walking through medical issues as a 12 year old and a 22 year old cannot be understated), seeing my dad sick in a different way allowed me to see how my expectations were shaped by that. And of course, I did lots and lots of talking with a chaplain and my psychologist. There were weeks that I had two appointments and I still wasn't out of stuff to say and process, but then I moved to once a week and now we play it by ear but mostly it's every two weeks with someone. I'm not completely over my trauma, but knowing it's there has been immeasurably helpful, as well as talking it out with people and acknowledging where my thinking is off (and because of my history with cognitive behavioural therapy I do that sometimes). I just wanna let people know that it's okay to be traumatized by something that didn't end up bad in the end, and that its okay that it'll probably show up again in some way. Also I love the marble analogy.

[@9ansean]

Anyway I meant to post this on Tuesday having no idea you'd have to go back to the hospital for another surgery! Maybe it's even more fitting know, but who knows. Hannah I know you've probably heard this a hundred times but I still feel the need to say thank you. Thank you for your bravery, compassion, humor and endurance. Though I knew nothing about UC before finding your site, but I do struggle with other physical challenges and emotional trauma and you're an inspiration. I also want to thank your parents and partner for being so strong beside you. Here's hoping you strong recovery. (Kiss goodbye)

[@eviesea-moon8448]

I've never felt as though I deserve to talk through my trauma because I don't have the intense symptoms that people with PTSD do. But this video has made me realize just how much it's been holding me back and that it's okay to get help, so thank you x

[@gilliancullen1409]

You're a total warrior. Wishing you another healthy recovery.....but no rush! Take care x

[@bethhughes8311]

This is so interesting, it really helped me to understand my own trauma especially when people say "you need to process" and now I finally know what it means! I hope your processing and recovery journey is positive and successful xx

[@rachelhepburn9792]

A lot of the way you describe your trauma Hannah resonates with me. I went through a vaguely similar situation, in the sense that, I fell ill, I couldn't walk and was in immense pain as a physical manifestation of stress. It was terrifying and no one knew what was wrong with me, to the point where they were throwing about some pretty serious diseases. That in itself is horrific and having to adjust to the possibility of living the rest of my life with MS/ME (I was 17 at the time) was difficult, adding that to the fact that my brain was shutting down and it made things difficult to understand, it was a very difficult and traumatic time in my life. I ended up in hospital, was poked and prodded and questioned and tested until it was a blur, and they finally gave me an official diagnosis. From the moment I knew that my life could -at some point- go back to "normal" (whatever the hell that is!) my recovery was incredible. Pretty much overnight I was able to stand and shuffle my way to the end of my bed and over to the chair. The light at the end of the tunnel (my diagnosis) was enough, despite the fact that I still had a long way to go. Whilst this is kind of completely irrelevant to your situation, it is also entirely identical. For me, looking back two and a bit years on, I realise now that in many ways, the decline in my health, and then the wait in the seemingly bottomless pit was the most traumatic out of the entire breakdown. Once I knew it was as okay as it could possibly be - like you once the operation was done and the disease removed- I could see an end to the horror. I'd like to say that I'm brilliant now, and back to the way I was, but I don't think I'll ever be that person again. And I know that there is still a long way to go before I can call myself healthy, but I know that that day will come, and I relish it. Wishing you a speedy recovery after this setback, but please know that it will get better again, even if it doesn't feel like it will in the moment. Rachel xx

[@Heyitshollywolly]

I have PTSD after sexual assault in addition to the anxiety and depression which I already had. I had CBT and person-centred talking therapy but they didn't help so I went back to the GP and have been on SSRIs for a week today! Here's to feeling better soon! Hope you feel better soon Hannah! All the love xxx

[@LizMcDaniel]

I feel like the discussion of the pre-surgery time and fears associated with that - “will I ever get better” - definitely hits home for people with chronic pain.

[@colour0fthetrap]

this resonated so deeply with me, i was in intensive care for a while in 2016 for double pneumonia and sepsis and it’s taken me a while to realise it was a traumatic event and i’m triggered by hospitals, doctors, medical staff, ambulances etc. it’s nice to know i’m not the only one who’s been through a traumatic event in a hospital and still doesn’t know how to deal with it, i’m deffo a ‘pretend it never happened’ kinda trauma person and this video as deffo been a notifier of ‘u need therapy dude’, love ur stuff tho hannah!! and i have for years, it’s nice to have a different sort of connection if that’s not too weird - also!! i think the fact i’m triggered by even watching a video abt someone else who has ptsd from staying in a hospital for a long period of time shows that i need to do something, hope this isn’t too much of a heavy comment!!! don’t want to over share but also want to let u know ur not the only one who’s been through something similar and has ended up in the same place, i know it’s ‘normal’ for a lot of ppl to just get over it straight away and it’s nice to know i’m not abnormal to feel bad abt my trauma

[@mmilbeb]

I went through a course(?) of EMDR and I didn't know what the purpose of it was but this video really helped me understand that I probably did go through trauma and needed to process it so thank you! The treatment was really interesting, my therapist made his own glasses with led bulbs at either side of the frames to replicate the eye movement. He also told me to record my dreams as he was of the frame of mind that if you believe your dreams have meaning then they will and this will help you process as you can use them to talk out past events. It was a really interesting time and I wish I could get more treatment to help me process things further. This video is really great, thank you to you both and wishing you well Hannah xx

[@sarahrodrian7255]

Hannah! I wish I had your strength and resilience. I’m so sorry you are going through all this. I was very sad to see you are back in the hospital. There is no doubt that would have an effect on your mental health. Sending you hope and encouragement!

[@sakuram4908]

I have a lot of trauma related to suicide and I think that talking it out really helped. Theres this really nice analogy about processing trauma that the psychologist told me and basically its that if youve experienced a trauma, your brain will most likely go over that day and think it through in such detail its like painting a picture. This picture is front and center in your life and every day you go over it and fill in details drawing up different versions of this painting, and you keep filling it in and adding to it until it is ready to be completed. And you make the concious decision to place this picture on the wall. It is still a part of your life it just doesnt own you and isnt front and center in everything you do. It can take days or years for this process to happen but apparently for most people (well me at least lol) it has to happen at some point.

[@lucyheathernicholson]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I've had PTSD for 7 years and I never had these videos, or any videos like it - seeing you talking about these things and be so open is so liberating for post-op me. When I was 14 mental health was still so taboo which only made my recovery so much harder. Speedy recovery and lots of love 💛

[@sakuram4908]

My two favourites! Sending both of you lots of love xx

[@Katimorton]

Awe xoxo

[@rachelnicole934]

I found DBT (dialectical behavior therapy) super helpful for dealing with my anxiety and depression/bipolarafter my attempt. it really focussed on giving concrete coping skills to use in real world situations to be able to better deal w overwhelming and stressfull situations instead of just shutting down like I did before. and talk therapy really helped me to work through my trauma associated with my attempt. honestly therapy has been so so helpful with getting my life back and getting on track again, I highly recommend it. it took me a few tries to find the right therapist but once I did, it made all the difference. I really respect that you're talking about this and looking after your mental health this way, it needs it just as much as our bodies do!

[@LrgPolarBear]

There is nothing I can say that hasn't already been said but thank you for your honest and frank interview.

[@PirateArwen]

Hannah you are one strong woman. Loving your videos.

[@missinquisitive7413]

You are so inspiring. Glad to hear surgery went well, get well soon Hannah! 💚

[@imaginationlord]

Again, thank you for using your experiences to help raise awareness and help educate/inspire others! xx I had CBT for anxiety, low mood and mild trauma and it honestly changed my life. I highly recommend to anyone struggling just to ask for help, and if it is refused/doesn't work try again, I know it's hard but it's so worth it when you find the right treatment.

[@mckayahpugh6554]

I don’t know if either of you will see this, but I wanted to thank you for making this video. I found this in a time as I was trying to come to terms with my trauma. This video gave me the confidence to go to therapy, which I’ve now been doing for quite a while now, and I’m happy to say it’s been incredibly helpful! Thank you to Hannah for being so honest and vulnerable and to Kati for taking the time to educate. I owe my marbles to you!

[@finallyfreeacademy]

EMDR helped me so much get over PTSD. Thank you both for making PTSD more normal, I was diagnosed when I was 11 and didn't get trauma therapy until last year because nobody really knew how to deal with it xx

[@valhalla1240]

I've been watching Hannah for years now and just started watching Kati recently and now they're doing a video together. I can't believe it! :) so cool

[@pa5488]

Thank you for this video & I hope you’re on the mend after this most recent surgery! So I’ve had a psychologist tell me that I show signs of PTSD. When I was 13 my older brother nearly died in a motorbike accident, I got the call & had to tell my parents. Literal worst day of my life to say the least. I’ve gotten help a couple of times because I’ve gone through periods of time where I’ve struggled with it. Even though it was almost 10 years ago, I know this will be something I’ll have to handle for the rest of my life. The latest bit of help was mostly focused around being present in the moment & recognising that he is okay now, he is safe, I am safe etc etc. All through little things to just bring me down from my anxiety & to the spot in the world that I am on at that moment. It did help a lot & I still use that method whenever I get anxious about that or anything else. I do think I’ll need further help in the future but I’m doing well with it all at the moment so that’s the main thing (even though I can’t step into hospital emergency waiting rooms without re-experiencing it all & having an emotional breakdown...yeah I’ve still got a way to go but I’m getting there)

[@JSandwich13]

I have ptsd and am starting trauma therapy soon. thanks for this video, i love Kati's Channel!

[@niamhbrady_]

Hope this was a scheduled video and you're not working in hospital!! Glad to hear the surgery went well, so sorry to hear you're back in the hospital. Wishing you a speedy recovery x

[@emeline_4]

Such a great video! Thank you Hannah for once again sharing so much about your journey after your illness and surgery, and showing that trauma is not always where we expect it the most (staying in the hospital room rather than the surgery). I always love when people collab with Kati, her videos on her own are amazing, but I also love it when her knowledge meets the questions that other people have about something they may be going through. Thanks to both of you for educating us!

[@Katimorton]

You are so welcome! I am glad it was helpful :) xoxo

[@emeline_4]

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[@xxfrancesnthomasxx]

Ahhh I relate. I was in the hospital for 4 days with a systemic viral infection last month and just the shock, confusion, illness surrounding you, the ward, the teams and teams of consultants bounding in. So much.

[@ihavenoname2569]

I just clicked on the video and I just noticed Hannah looks so much healthier.

[@AndxxNatalie]

Loved this. I experience a lot of these symptoms with my chronic illness. Seeing a therapist about it is not something I'd considered (I often minimize my experience of my chronic illness because it's largely invisible, and so I find it difficult to convince myself to find help physically, nevermind mentally), but perhaps I should!

[@ErinArchbold]

I just recently was dealing with a repressed trauma that I had remembered and this was super helpful!! Get well soon Hannah ❤️ sending you ton of love

[@onnieduvall2565]

You have done a lot of really great videos but this is quite possibly your best EVER!!! Two years ago I went through a series of traumas. This video helped me realize that I have little to fear from any of those traumas developing into PTSD since I adequately worked through those issues shortly after those events. Yes, I still remember them but they are only that. A memory. Not something debilitating. I also have a network in place to allow me to discuss any issues that may arise. It was good to confirm that I am on the right track to my own personal recovery. Thank you.

[@Beci1509]

This was super informative and helpful. Thank you & get well soon

[@annathornburg1788]

This was fantastic! Thank you for making this video.

[@cicelyamelia]

Thank you for making this video Hannah❤ wishing you a super speedy and healthy recovery and I hope you're home soon☺️💕

[@GRACEBRIST0]

I got diagnosed with PTSD after I whitened two girls fighting at school when I was like 15. I ended up getting chronic anxiety which led to obsessive compulsive thoughts. I got talking therapy and CBT with camhs, but therapy only started to help me when I realised I wanted it and needed it!! It controlled every inch of my life, I used to not be able to type out the word fight or even watch tele incase a fight scene came on, fiction or not. I am now able to watch fights without those horrible feelings (even though I still think they're disgusting!!!!) Everything can get better!! I hope your recent surgery went well and you have a speedy recovery xx

[@HelenBettyAnn]

So useful, I love kati, she is so calming and understanding, so glad this happened

[@gillshannon258]

It's only really clicked that what I have experienced since becoming chronically ill could be trauma, I did speak to therapists before about it but focused on how my illness affected me day to day. I'm definitely considering seeing a therapist about the actual trauma of it now because I related so much to what you guys talked about, maybe I'll work through my fear of doctors. I hope you are doing well after your latest surgery! Xx

[@anacatarinaleite514]

Hello Hannah! Thank you very much for sharing all this journey with us. I found you one month ago, don't even know why, but so glad to find someone trying to mentally recover from a physical trauma. One year ago I had a pulmonary thromboembolism when I was working in another country away from family, friends and boyfriend, all alone. The physical recovery was quick, learning to live with it without totally understanding what cause it was not (the pill was pointed as one of the main causes). The trauma of fearing from my life whilst having bearly any emotional support caused some PTSD as well (I been processing it, and I feel much balanced now). In any case, thank you for sharing, and openingly talk about your fears, it helps a lot to realize that you are not the only one passing through something like this.

[@madeleneabraham]

Thank you so much for raising awareness around this mental illness as it’s not as spoken about others such as anxiety and depression! I know the main reason is because it’s relatable to you at this moment in time. But creating a factual and helpful video about it is really fab, thank you!

[@ciarahehir7657]

Thank you for speaking out about this! I believe I have PTSD , i have anxiety and really bad panic attacks. I’m seeking counseling and help for this next week. I lost my baby last year and the birth was very very traumatic, I was in a lot of pain for two days, contractions as well but there was more intense pain too, for two days I thought I was going to die. It’s always okay to ask for help and to admit that you need help.

[@beccitatefitzjohn7804]

I have a different chronic illness (t1 diabetes), and I don't think I had ever thought about the trauma of it. This was so interesting, and has made me think about my diagnosis and subsequent hospitalisation differently. If you can get therapy, do. Esp. for chronic illness, because that trauma doesn't ever fully go away. Thank you Hannah for talking about this on your platform 💕 hope your recovery is swift

[@issyclare2091]

I was diagnosed with cptsd and borderline personality disorder a couple months ago, this video was wonderful :) love to you always, Hannah

[@johnorr8812]

Also a note on EMDR-- It really is calming and helps settle my mind! I also walk with a deliberate slight swing to my arms at a steady pace. looking right hand, left hand, right hand, left hand, etc as I circle my block. (I hope I don't look silly to the neighbors) Walking and the right left motions work on a couple levels -

[@ffionwynjones1153]

Hope you’re doing ok :) you’re so inspirational!!

[@luce9470]

thank you for being so open and candid about what you’ve been going through. sending you love and good vibes always ❤️

[@kelsey6695]

Hannah, same! What everyone assumes was my "traumatic event" was much much less important than the aftermath. (I had a preemie, the birth was less of my trauma vs. the weeks of leaving my kiddo at the hospital every night, and the months of, somewhat irrational and somewhat rational, fears for his health, safety, and mortality. I still check that he's breathing when he's sleeping.) It's taken me a long time and a lot of CBT and EMDR therapy but I'm doing much much better now! *hugs* You'll get there! Lean on the things and people who build you up. Do the work when you're strong enough to do it. Shape your narrative of the event so you can roll it back into a marble and store it safely. Have patience with missed shards that poke up now and again. Pick them up gently and roll them into the marble too.

[@TaylaClapson]

My dad was a passenger in a car accident. He was in the back of a van with no windows so couldn't see what was happening, just felt the van crash, spin multiple times and hit a barrier. The accident caused him to be scared of confined spaces like lifts. He had Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing and it really helped him, he has no trouble with confined spaces now.

[@theeverlastingmuse5581]

I find that trying to describe what you see in front of you can help with PTSD flash backs. If your brain starts to go into the memories keep your eyes open and focus on describing what is in front of you. I was told it isn't the best to close your eyes but rather keep them open so your brain can attempt to focus on other things.

[@ambermillar5154]

This video was so amazing to watch. I have PTSD and it was late onset, it didn’t really kick in until several years after the trauma. I have tried to have therapy on the NHS but CBT didn’t work for me and I haven’t been offered anything else. I am looking into paid therapies in my area and considering EMDR. Thank you so much for bringing this to your channel, there are so many misconceptions about PTSD and I feel invisible sometimes because I’m not always ready to talk about trauma. It is so refreshing to see it talked about so openly. I hope you are recovering well from your recent surgery and fingers crossed you can access the therapy you need ❤️

[@iansomerhalder11fan]

Thank you for making this video I’ve had 7 bowel surgeries in the last 6 months, I really appreciate it when you make videos about your health, I was only thinking about getting some form of therapy recently and your videos has opened my eyes to all the options out there ❤️ I really hope you are feeling better after your 2nd operation, sending you lots of love xxx

[@xzonia1]

I can relate so much to what you're saying! I went into the hospital for a week, got out and rested for a few weeks at home, went back into the hospital for a week, and then had my surgery. How I felt after the surgery was such a relief, and just being done with it made me feel so much better! I have very few memories of that first week in the hospital. Thankfully, I slept through most of that first week. But I do remember how horrible I felt that week before surgery though, and it was the pits. I had to have a day surgery almost two months later, and I was grateful I didn't have to stay in the hospital overnight. The nurses and doctors at the hospital were amazing and so helpful, but I was still climbing the walls to get out of there at times. I don't know that I have a process for dealing with it now, after the fact. I had to return to work shortly about a month after I got out of the hospital, so now my days are mostly work and sleep. I'm so exhausted still, so resting helps. I keep thinking I should read a book, but I can't focus. I can get quite grumpy, so mainly I'm just trying to sleep. My colon surgery was on March 25, and my day surgery was May 18th. The pain from the first surgery had only stopped for a few days before I had the next one! smh I'm only having twinges most of the time now, though; the pain is mostly abated. In some ways, I feel like a different person because my pain levels dropped so significantly after these surgeries. I didn't even realize how high my pain was. It's like a 4 for others was my 1 on the pain scale. Now I'm adjusting to feeling good, and it's strange. I haven't felt like this in such a long time. If only I could get rested, I'd feel like I could take on the world! Lol. I think I'm just glad the worst is behind me. I'm so glad your recovery is going well, and that you're taking steps to head off new problems, Hannah! I love Kati's channel, so it was a treat to see you two do another video together! :)

[@alicerayner5129]

Really helpful video thank you! I’m 2 years out of surgery and I still get clammy thinking about being in pain and hospital. Like you, it was the 2 week wait that really traumatised me! I really thought I might die. I wish I’d asked for help sooner but I was so ready to be healthy again and so sick of medical professionals. So good on you for thinking about it now! Mine has improved a lot on its own but I definitely still feel my heart race when I talk about it! Interesting to hear how it can affect our loved ones too. My mum said she felt clammy when she took my Grandad to A&E recently as she was aware the last time she was there was when we thought my bowel had ruptured. I think she thought I might die too. Anyway, I hope your most recent surgery went ok. You’ve got the ostomy community on your side :) Keep talking!

[@9ansean]

Oh I'm so glad you posted this. It's a topic great importance to me and I hope to watch more of Kati Morton's work soon. Wonderfully enlightening and important exchange you too had.

[@megan82345]

you are SO beautiful and inspiring, im so proud of you and am LOVING your content lately!

[@lizzieliz1006]

I've had 2 very severe hospitalizations & when you talked about the trauma from 'the room' I started crying. I also started thinking about my experiences from the recent hospitalization & that didn't really help the crying. I've been thinking of talking to a therapist but am terrified of being called depressed & anxious like my sister is.