how to calm your anxiety + panic attacks & my experience with medication!

[@victoria256r]

This just reminded me of something! This book called “The Art of Seductive Power by Juliet Arden”. My confidence shifted in a whole new way.

[@BriannaThapa]

I’ve been waiting for this! I’ve been following you for a long time and would often go to your videos for any bits where you talk about your anxiety which comforted me that I’m not alone. Appreciate you and what you do, your impact is significant. Sending you so much love and peace 🩷💐✨

[@jkayla_lashae]

As someone who has watched you for many years… and having heard you share about your anxiety for years… I am very happy for you, that you’ve sought out professional help… you sound so much better. Keeping you in prayer

[@CartiaMallan]

thankyou my love - that means so much xxx

[@bjjane2]

we love you so much Cartia, thank u for sharing ur life and being vulnerable with ur struggles. You are like a wise, big older sis to me and have helped me so much xxx

[@CartiaMallan]

Much love honey ❤

[@NDD710]

I’ve had panic attacks since August due to health anxiety-since taking meds, this journey has been so transformative, from my relationship with God and His blessings in my life, and the beautiful support from my friends, I’m so grateful I’m feeling more like me every single day ❤️ Praying for everyone battling with anxiety, and grateful for your vids Carts. Xx love to everyone 🌻🌻 It’s going to get better

[@imbettingimnot]

Your voice sounds completely different

[@loufaz94]

This is an incredible video Cartia thank you, I have been struggling with anxiety and on a journey with medication and meditation too. You seem so calm and at peace with yourself which is so amazing to see!

[@CartiaMallan]

I'm slowly getting there

[@sarahgaspard6094]

Carti, thanks for sharing your experience, you're so strong, I've been struggling with my mental health for five years, and I discovered you in 2019 whilst in the middle of that unknown chaos. I've recently been feeling much better, and every single video you have shared made me feeling so safe whenever I needed distraction or reassurance ❤

[@CartiaMallan]

Aw my love sending you a huge cuddle ❤❤❤❤

[@light-w3ll]

Cartia, I’m only a few minutes into this video but I feel so overwhelmed and emotional and grateful and seen from your post. I recently started taking medication because my reality was scary. I was doing everything right in my life, I felt like I was going crazy and insane from my own thoughts and bodily reactions. Constant panic attacks, feeling scared and unsafe. It all started last year after having a brain injury and then brain surgery. My family hold the stigma against mental health and were unsupportive, but this was my last resort. I already feel so much more capable and stable in my life after only 1 month. Thank you Cartia for sharing ❤

[@louiseamara3914]

❤️❤️❤️

[@samanthakay8392]

I’m not your family but PROUD of you for being self aware and knowing what’s best for YOU and what you need. I just started meds too and I feel better. I hope you feel better too xx

[@CartiaMallan]

sending you so so soooo much love honey

[@lifeofyarden]

Cartia, I really appreciate you sharing your experience- this is going to help so many people❤️.

[@CartiaMallan]

I hope so ❤❤❤❤ much love

[@Marloywolf]

I can tell you that I completely understand what you are talking about. I have experienced panic attacks and the fear that I will die at that moment, that I will never breathe again, that I will go crazy is really the most terrifying experience. The only consolation was that I read that this condition always goes away after the chemical process is exhausted. That it doesn't take long. But it's a very intense sense of dread. It's always helped to have someone I trust with me. I am so glad you shared your intense stories because it helped me realize that I am not alone and that there is a way out of this vicious cycle. Thank you a thousand times. I wish you only the best and lots of protection and hugs.

[@CartiaMallan]

sending so much love right back

[@jessilardo92]

Thank you for this 🥹❤️ I’ve dealt with really scary panic attacks over the last year and I’m in a constant state of fear of having a random panic attack while I’m alone. Thank u for making us all feel seen much love ❤️

[@CartiaMallan]

sending you so much love

[@Em_mayer637]

Love the sit down chat, this has come at a time I’m feeling super anxious and just watching is calming. Love the frequent uploads!❤

[@CartiaMallan]

sending so much love xx

[@JuliaFase]

i’ve been having the worst anxiety lately and attacks in school . thank you for making this video ❤❤ i needed it

[@CartiaMallan]

Aww honey I’m sorry to hear that - I hope this helps❤

[@briannapiasini7008]

Thank you for bringing awareness to mental health. My anxiety medication has changed my life for the better.

[@layla6774]

Thank you for this video lovely. I felt so calm while watching. I’m having bad anxiety at the moment and i’ll definitely implement what you said into my life so thank you so much. I’m currently focusing on trying to fix my gut health as I think its so important, eating healthy can heal 💗

[@CartiaMallan]

aw angel im sending you so much love

[@tahiNZ1]

thank you, thank you, thank you for this video!! it means so much - my anxiety peaked last year and I was in the same boat that I physically thought i could not breathe and it was a struggle and with that the anxiety obviously just peaked. Unfortunately I didn't get the help I needed before I ended in hospital for a week because no one believed me. I've now come through the other side and just got one of my dream jobs in marketing. Life does get better! Sending love to everyone and anyone struggling or even supporting someone through this situation or similar

[@CartiaMallan]

so so happy to hear this honey

[@annettebaittiner-morales6306]

thank u cartia seriously, today was so hard for me and this really helped me feel not alone

[@CartiaMallan]

ah im so happy it helped. sending the biggest hug xx

[@rebeccalindeberg6801]

Im so glad that you spoke about gut health and how its related to mental health. It has a huge contribution to mental ill health. I wish more people spoke up about the correlation .

[@CartiaMallan]

yes !! it is HUGE

[@Tach_H]

I think we must remember that life is FULL of challenges and it's up to us to learn how to deal with them. We cannot always be happy. We have an array of emotions for a reason. Feel em and move through em. Sit with them. This too shall pass. A few things that have helped me work through them without the need for drugs which our bodies and mind can get addicted too... - mediation - cutting way back on alcohol - journaling - developing a routine - eating lots of veges and proteins - connecting with friends in real life - doing things I love - being present - no caffeine after midday - going to bed earlier & waking up earlier - stay hydrated Thank you for reading my Ted Talk. Guys these things dramatically helped my mental. Work on yourself. Look after yourself. Try and test things out and see how you feel! 😌 xx

[@CartiaMallan]

yes love this so much

[@helena003]

this is the video I needed I've been tossing tossing up with whether to take medication I just feel always anxious and dreadful about the next thing and see the world through such a dark and anxious lens and I always just hope one day i'll feel different and have more energy and happiness but it never comes

[@CartiaMallan]

do what feels best for you love, just know what option is there for you if you need it

[@shenanmay44]

Thank you for always being such a comfort. Really needed this video right now

[@CartiaMallan]

ahhh sending you a huge cuddle

[@katemclauchlan8477]

What a beautiful person you are, thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@CartiaMallan]

much love

[@fionalillyy]

Thank you so much for sharing, ilysm💗

[@CartiaMallan]

much love

[@jcb728]

Why don’t you all try micro-dosing psilocybin? 🍄 so many benefits that are much longer lasting then prescription drugs and without all the side effects and addiction that comes with them.

[@Nadia-un3oj]

Thank you, Cartia ❤ this is very helpful 🥰

[@CartiaMallan]

much love !

[@hannahelena139]

thank you so much for this video!❤️

[@CartiaMallan]

you are so very welcome xxx

[@ratodois-l9j]

i love this long videos

[@CartiaMallan]

[@streamkillmore]

Thank you for sharing this, I have felt like this after having kids. Do you have a link/website for your nutritionist? Are they based in the UK?

[@sophiebellamy9628]

thankyou for being brave and sharing

[@CartiaMallan]

you are very welcome my love xxx

[@melisajkp]

Need this so much today, divine timing 💫❤️

[@CartiaMallan]

Yessss that makes me so happy ❤

[@katyisgone]

My mental health got so bad from antidepressant withdrawals. Brain zaps, mood swings - yeah they can help put a Band-Aid when you’re on it, but coming off is awful for months, even years

[@ELeigh573]

I am 1 year off antidepressants and spiralling even worse than before.. I would have thought over a year free from my body I wouldn’t have withdrawals 🤧

[@katyisgone]

Nobody ever talks about the withdrawals and the doctors are clueless about it. A lot of SSRIs have long half lives and the longer the half life the longer the withdrawals. Unfortunately people don’t realise taking these might help in the short term but eventually it’s going to backfire And just because everyone’s on them doesn’t negate this fact I wish I’d never touched them, I feel like they made things worse long term 😞

[@ELeigh573]

@@katyisgoneI was on them for 7 years straight!! My overall health has been deteriorating no matter what I do. If this is all from withdrawal from SSRI’s that is mad the Dr’s are not aware to tell us this.

[@ELeigh573]

@@katyisgonei am sorry you wish you never was on them. I didn’t research them myself and was just so bad I took anything x

[@katyisgone]

@@ELeigh573 I’m sure it’s not all from the withdrawals but no doubt it plays a huge part We live in a toxic environment, with toxic food and air and technology so it’s no wonder we’re all struggling One thing that really helped me is the carnivore diet. Maybe it will help you? I I hope you feel better soon xx

[@NoneOfUrBusiness-v8x]

i feel your pain its aint fun ❤ been living surviving fighting going into states of damn hell cant breath stress all the time always on guard of my mind going to take medication as well i just want to live again without feeling stressed all the time and thank you for the video gives hope thinking about giving nicotine as well i aint thinking it doing any good haha

[@rachelizabeth_]

Thank you for this I needed this

[@CartiaMallan]

much love honey x

[@jkayla_lashae]

Inspiring…. Something I have also struggled with for a long time now.

[@CartiaMallan]

[@shenoamusic]

gorgeous video, thank you for sharing 🫶

[@CartiaMallan]

ur welcome honey xxx

[@rachelp90210]

Thank you so much for sharing 🥹

[@CartiaMallan]

you're very welcome

[@y.1255]

thank you so so much!

[@CartiaMallan]

ur so very welcome !! x

[@Alexandra-ok4ko]

you feel like a sister

[@CartiaMallan]

i am ur internet sissy xxx

[@ELeigh573]

Interesting enough I had a head injury from a car crash and ever since around then my MH has been getting worse, my gut health, food allergies, anxiety everything. I wouldn’t have linked it back to that as I have pre existing childhood trauma but I will look into it 🙏🏽

[@CartiaMallan]

its 100000% linked !!! please look into it. i had all of those after my head injury x

[@angelacunyairosales7616]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@CartiaMallan]

you are very welcome xx

[@kittster2785]

I suggest you actually do some research before you go around spreading misinformation. SSRIs aren’t mood stabilisers, that’s a completely different class of medications. Also, treating a normal grief response with medications (that have very little evidence that they actually work) is not the answer. Look up Jonathan Shedler who is a renowned clinical psychologist. Also look up “The serotonin theory of depression: a systematic umbrella review of the evidence” study. The short answer is there is no evidence to support the claims you are making.

[@cliveboyce9307]

Perfection

[@mikasaackerman9337]

U're sooooo beautiful omg ❤😍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@CartiaMallan]

aww thankyou ! xx

[@mikasaackerman9337]

@CartiaMallan ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@odn4502]

The only thing that helped me eventually and gave me a supernatural peace was when I read the bible. Before then it felt like a hole nothing would fill or fix. even my health healed it was a miracle. Thanks Cartia for the video and wishing you peace and love ❤

[@CartiaMallan]

i'm so happy you found something that helped you honey xx

[@norcal0076]

Look into progesterone😉

[@jcb728]

Breath work, yoga, meditation. it’s kind of that simple.

[@kyragrubb786]

It’s not that simple dude. Maybe for you, but not for everyone

[@Tach_H]

Meditation has helped me so much!! And cutting back on alcohol. Game changer

[@jcb728]

@@kyragrubb786 💯

[@jcb728]

You going to stay on this forever? Is that realistic?

[@CartiaMallan]

Not forever no just until i feel safe to come off slowly

[@mikaylaaaaaaa]

It actually IS realistic for many people - mental health is very complex & individualised. Just because breath work, yoga and meditation worked for you doesn't mean it works for everyone. If it did, I'm sure the amount of people struggling wouldn't be as high, would it? And if it works for her, who are you to question it. It's not your life :)

[@ELeigh573]

@@mikaylaaaaaaaI think that is true but additionally, the withdrawal symptoms once coming off after being on for long periods of time can worsen your depression/anxiety to worse than before. This has happened to me as every time I tried to come off I couldn’t cope and went back on. On and off for 7 years x

[@mikaylaaaaaaa]

@@ELeigh573 I can definitely understand that would be the case for some people, I do think it really depends on so many factors though! I personally have also struggled with these withdrawals after coming off certain meds, but I think it really comes down to the medication, illness, bodies ability to absorb medication effectively, etc. There are truly so many factors that come to play. I definitely do think not every medication works for everyone and there are both pros and cons to it, I just think everyone is different and no one should be made to feel shame or bad for their choices in terms of taking medication! I truly do understand what you're saying though! x

[@jcb728]

@@mikaylaaaaaaa you go girl