Getting to know me (and my problems!)

[@carolineida1]

Thank you for sharing about yourself. I’ve only just found you on KZbin (since Lisa Eldridge eye palettes!) and you inspire me to enjoy makeup. I love your videos and I value your authenticity. It’s really generous of you to share what’s real. Thanks so much. And you’re such a fantastic knitter.🤩That’s so cool!

[@sharonalexa]

How did I miss this vid! Kudos to you for sharing with us. I have dermatillomania & anxiety/depression also. And I feel self conscious walking in public too. I taught my daughters from an early age not to stare or watch others. No matter what. No head turning. Lol. It’s no nice to be open here. To help each other. Cheers 🩵

[@lauratesta3876]

I knew I liked you the first time I saw you 😘😘 you are genuine and real. Thank you for sharing your story 😘😘

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

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[@lisacheckers8851]

Love this video too! It’s lovely to see someone who is the same age as me, also married with 2 children. Also wanted to say thank you for opening up about your social anxiety. I too have this, especially the thoughts that people don’t like me etc. It’s nice to know I’m not on my own with these feelings. Thank you xx

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Ah thanks lovely!! It's a funny old feeling isn't it! I was so relieved when I read about it becaise it made so much sense of all these thoughts and anxieties I had and couldn't figure out! X

[@vickinoble4744]

I wish there was a LOVE button. Very proud of your courage and thankful for this video. When I began going through premature menopause, I began having social anxiety, too. I am an ambivert; which means I am an extroverted introvert. I almost get SICK even thinking about having to go to events or social gatherings but, once I am there I realize I am surviving and going to be okay. I crochet and so wish I could knit. And WOW about your career and your husband's support. Lastly, I was almost floored when you said at the beginning that you had 100 subscribers at the time this was made. NINE MONTHS later...you have thousands!!! That is amazing.

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you so much lovely!! Its been a crazy year for sure Xx

[@tats9707]

I absolutely loved this video. I'm a recent subscriber so I'm catching up on your stuff. You are so open and candid. It was refreshing to see. I hope you'll do more of these videos. Maybe you could show us your workout routine and home gym or even give us some tips for healthy eating. Heaven knows I need all the help I can get! Congrats on being a knitter. I've tried to learn but I just end up with a ball of a mess. By the way, I'm a lip biter/picker. I've been doing it as long as I can remember. My husband is constantly smacking my hand like I'm a 2 year old in the cookie jar!

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you lovely! I've got a video on losing my baby weight which has loads of general tips that apply to anyone baby or not!! Love the suggestions thank you xx

[@MichelleLewis1969]

This is such a great video! I've learned about all the things that affect me negatively comes from a root cause of something. I have a dose of social anxiety and it comes from being judged as a child and young adult. Once I realized that the opinions of others didn't matter, I've almost come completely out of that anxiety. I have what society calls a hidden illness (for now). I have Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) and at this point, it's just crippling me on the insides. Soon it will show in my bone structure. Because folks can't currently see the damage, I hear, it's all in my head... yep. Funny, I was a lifeguard in my teens and was a sports fanatic. Now with this arthritis, I don't know how to work out, how to get fit again because moving is murder. I guess we all have something going on in behind our heart's doors... You're a gem, I love your channel, your attitude, and your very charismatic personality. I hope you are here for a long time! Hugs ~

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Oh lovely, I'm so sorry your dealing with that xx

[@MichelleLewis1969]

You're so sweet! We all have something to deal with in our lives. Mine just happens to be this. I've survived cancer 3 times so this is a walk in the park, so to speak... all the best to you!

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Wow superwoman....nothing beating you xx

[@mialupton]

Thanks for sharing more about yourself. I'm a fairly recent subscriber but I've really enjoyed your videos as we're the same age and you review a lot of things that I'm interested in. I've also struggled with anxiety so it's kinda interesting to relate to your experiences as well. Cheers

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

irenesezom thank you so much lovely I'm glad you enjoyed it it's nice to share a bit more! X

[@lilafirlefanz8717]

Sometimes KZbin suggestions are really worth it. I just binged a couple of your videos, and I really love your style! And when you shared that you suffer from dermatillomania (I'll never know how to correctly spell it) my heart jumped and I started tearing up. I have been dealing with that condition since I was a teen and just recently discovered, that this is actually not that uncommon. Thank you for sharing, thank you so much.

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

You're so welcome lovely xx

[@anniewhitmore7627]

OMG - think I now know why I've been drawn to you and your channel - real affinity. Think my root cause is due to a narcissistic mother but that's a whole other story. Identify with a lot you talk about apart from the knitting! I know you posted this last October but came across it today and had to write. Since you posted this you have a whole lot of people who've subscribed - you should be justifiably proud of this HUGE achievement. On top of that, your subscribers are lovely ladies and I've really enjoyed engaging with you and them and look forward to many more super chats and exchange of ideas in a friendly environment. Well done for being so open about yourself - that took real guts. Hugs xx

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you so much lovely xx

[@brookesosa5032]

Thank you so much for sharing a little bit about yourself with us! I have trichotillomania (I pull my hair when I am stressed or anxious). Hearing you talk about your experience with dermatillomania (social anxiety, etc.) helps me feel less alone and I know it will help others, as well. Sharing your vulnerable side in this sometimes seemingly “perfect” beauty community is really brave and important...I have tremendous respect for you! Xoxo 💕

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you so much Brooke so many people have similar conditions you are definitely NOT alone xx

[@brookesosa5032]

Charlotte Holdcroft we’re in good company, I suppose!

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Definitely!! Xx

[@sairalee8916]

Really enjoyed getting to know more about you, Charlotte! I came across your KZbin page a while ago and have been enjoying watching your various videos.

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you lovely xx

[@lisamiddleton3475]

I’m your new sub who’s now apparently stalking your channel and commenting on your vids as I binge watch your older vids. But I loved this vid. It’s so cool to know more about the people I’m subscribed to. Very cool finding out all these things. Now I know more why I clicked subscribe!

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

I'll have to do another video like this soon! X

[@lynnchambers4359]

Really enjoyed this video. Think you are really brave putting yourself in the public eye on social media when you are struggling with anxiety issues. I think not caring what people say/ think gets better the older you get... I'm a bit older than you in my 40's but love your channel! Plus now I know you have a Doodle I love you more ..I have 2 Large Goldendoodles ❤

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Yes probably right, I'm definitely better now than I was in my 20s...Ahhh gorgeous doggies xx

[@tzanm.o.3360]

Since I discovered your channel, I have watched a lot of your videos and this was really nice. I pull the skin of my lips too. I have found a silly but effective solution for this. I wear a red lipstick at home and I try not to touch it! From 100 subscribers to 10, 000, and you're still replying to the comments, which is really cute. Your channel is growing day by day. Congratulations Charlotte. My best wishes to you and your family 💙💙

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you so much lovely!! Nothing stops me unless my anxiety is low! Xz

[@blackvanandrobin6413]

Really great video you are a very brave lady .I love knitting too and i was very impressed with your sons coming hime outfit 👍✨. Know what you mean about sicial anxiety .You're doing great xx

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you lovely!! Ahhh love a bit of knitting! Ha ha. Thanks beauty you too XX

[@LH-vf4gx]

Awwww you give me confidence to crochet booties for my sister in law's baby coming late winter!♡

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Yayyyyy That's so lovely!! Xx

[@toxicbeautyyyy]

I’m OBSESSED with you!!

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Ha ha xx

[@JosePhine-zw1gy]

Try tapping along your collarbones when you're anxious, I used to pick at my skin but managed to replace it with the tapping.

[@CharlisDailyDiary]

I have all those exact issues... problems, anxieties! My mind is blow atm and I don’t know what to say but it is like we are two half’s. No one would guess that I hate being around other people but I do. It’s gotten so bad that I don’t even like being around people I know. It’s fine once I am with them but the anticipation leading up to meeting with them is torture. Even for just a phone call. I’m going to cry now. Any way, my mind is blown. I also have a bee allergy, mine is honey bees, I swell up horribly. It’s just so weird that you are so like me. I also had no interest in children but then I had my son and daughter and fell in love. Ok, I’ll stop now, it’s just all very mind blowing like I already said.

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

I know exactly what you mean, I try hard not to let it stop me doing things I know I'll enjoy when i get there but it's tough xx

[@natashahassall6586]

Love your hair colour!!

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Thank you! Xx

[@phoenixrising6028]

HOW do you not have more views/subscribers?? great videos, just found you.

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Stacey Peraino hi Stacey! Oh thank you so much I'm so glad you're enjoying my channel!! Xx

[@LH-vf4gx]

Omg I do that to my hands too!!! No idea it was a condition.

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

It gets a lot worse for me when I'm anxious xx

[@bronyk7997]

KZbin is your therapy..Which for your subscribers is a fantastic thing we all have our quirks ....💕🅱🇦🇺

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

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[@fionaquinn4200]

sounds like you have dermatophagia. it's an anxiety driven condition whereby you chew or pick skin off fingers etc . anxiety can be so destructive in so many different ways. I have experienced high anxiety too so I hear you. breath work and yoga helps xx

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Fiona Quinn ooohhh thank you I haven't heard of that one!! I'll have to read up!! Xx

[@toxicbeautyyyy]

I am nosy DETAILS 😊

[@CharlotteHoldcroft]

Ha ha ha xx