How to Get Unstuck In Life with Mental Illness | Your Light Switch

How to Get Unstuck In Life with Mental Illness | Your Light Switch // Feeling stuck in life? In this video you'll learn how to get unstuck in life even if you have a mental illness or chronic illness. Getting mentally unstuck involves shifting your mindset, but probably not in the way you think. Today I share with you the thing I wish someone had shared with me over a decade ago, because if someone had been there to help me get to where I am now TEN YEARS AGO, I can't fathom how different my life would be. I want to save you the years it might take for you to figure this out on your own.
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[@CassieWinter]

Do you relate to my "Groundhog Dag" analogy for depression?

[@jcm5171]

Yes ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@jcm5171]

You're right ! I have regressed because huge efforts out of sheer will can't be sustained eternally and so, back to freeze, but worse ! Plus new trauma on top of old, I mean, you know, when it rains, it pours...I mean, seriously ?! I enjoy your videos, Cassie. Thanks.

[@user-uh2dn9ks3k]

Yes I totally relate, that's exactly how it feels everyday 🥲

[@misssheilalev]

Your content is gold, thank you! Where is the link to your membership program? 🙏

[@rose-marie3330]

Yep exactly how I am suffering 😢😢 10 years too

[@jms9057]

If you want to dig a basement, using a teaspoon will still get it done faster than doing nothing at all.

[@klanderkal]

Im 62. Im in groundhogs day, suffering from depression with insomnia, anxiety. I made a HUGE mistake... and lost my career job of 20yrs. I loved my job!, it was my life. Everything about me... was connected to my job. All my friends too..!, and was my structure, purpose...! Im SO upset with myself,.. i didn't have to quit my job,.. it was a misunderstanding, and was given wrong information. I could have kept my seniority and my job. Im devastated. I want my jib/life back, .. but, the Co. doesn't allow because of policy and unions contract. ... i lost interest in life and living. Depression, with guilt, shame and regret. ... 😢

[@jillianedds-geralds6002]

What if there’s no where you want to go and nothing you want to do? What if you can’t really see a reason to do anything at all anymore?

[@brendacx6100]

Maybe starting off with things you have to do even simple ones then eventually with time and effort you are reminded of what you like.

[@yumicrisostomo3094]

I procrastinate so much due to shame, fear, depression etc

[@momokokochuchuchu]

I'm at a place in life where I'm not even sure what to chisel at, where even meeting my most basic needs is a big effort - as in getting myself to eat, brush my teeth, do my laundry etc. I've tried different antidepressants, and have been in and out of therapy for the last 5 years. I know I need to change and I am trying to be more kind to myself but I don't feel like I have control over my mind or my emotions anymore

[@CassieWinter]

Thank you for sharing. I totally understand. You might enjoy the series I did earlier this year starting with this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i56upmuca7Whrs0 Big hugs 💖

[@UniMatrix_1]

​@CassieWinter just found your channel and I feel a bit better after watching your depression and neurodivergence vids. I am a military soldier who has been shutting down due to burnout. My life has gotten significantly worse after I lost the ability to keep up a facade of being okay. Since then I've been able to almost hibernate and reevaluate my life up until thus point.

[@moiken90]

Just pausing the video to comment - I absolutely recognize myself in the groundhogs day analogy!

[@Sweetshaunna]

I absolutely relate to the stupid Groundhog Day lol. This analogy was awesome. Helped a lot with the shame it fills me with, thank you!!

[@ChrisOSemrik]

This video made me cry multiple times, in a good way. I also live with a whole bunch of chronic illnesses, including depression, ADD, schizophrenia, C-PTSD, binge eating disorder, and I'm autistic, and I don't remember ever not being in a groundhog day. I've tried countless times to do basically what you'd describe in this video - little consistent steps - but it has never worked for me so far. I've tried walking outside in nature, I've tried exercise, I've tried journaling, timed creativity, doing one chore a day, etc... Yet I always end up back here, older and more tired, with another health issues piled on. I feel so hopeless and like such a failure. I even started lower than 30 minutes, setting aside variations like 15 or even just 5 minutes a day, and yet nothing... But seeing how much it changed your life, it gives me a bit more hope that maybe next time will be different, that maybe I'll make at least a little crack... But I do have to admit, I'm terribly worried. What if I'm just too disabled to ever function? It's a scary thought. I have so many thing si want to do and accomplish, so many ideas that are rotting in my brain because I can't seem to get them out into the air. I'll keep trying for now though, and I'll seek help in your channel to keep me going. Thank you.

[@amyt6254]

I know this video is from three years ago, but I just now came across it when I was looking for videos on how to get out of depression. I found it helpful to hear about someone else that needed a lot of time to get better. It gave me some hope, because this is taking me a very long time. Thank you.

[@CassieWinter]

Big hugs! 💖

[@andybreedlove]

How are you doing? What’s helping?

[@PenelopesPerspective]

You are a godsend! I stumbled upon you and now I’m like what took so long? 😉 I have a chronic illness (lupus), PTSD, and depression too. I’m also a writer. I feel everything you said SOOO much. Thank you for this!

[@CassieWinter]

You're so welcome and thank you for watching! 😊 Do you mind telling me how you found me exactly?

[@mindy6701]

This is low key hard to hear. I’m in my Groundhog’s Day right now, facing repercussions, and I wish there was a faster option. But I’m glad I found your channel

[@CassieWinter]

Sending you lots of love and hugs!

[@LMR610]

Finally someone who makes sense!! I have listened to so many people trying to convey a similar message but completely lacking understanding of what it’s like for people that actually struggle with invisible illness!! Your amazing thank you for having the courage to show up and be the light 💡

[@purpledaisie22]

What you say is 100% relatable and really nice to hear! Thank you for sharing this, honestly. Looking forward to more of your videos!

[@CassieWinter]

🤗

[@alessagillespie3748]

I'm so happy I've found you, everything you say is so relatable...

[@blakebrunson7278]

The quote about the stone cutter is powerful

[@SummerBaby728]

OMG i think I literally willed you into my sphere! I have needed your exact guidance and expression and experience! I’m gonna go binge on all your content now and dive into your courses. Maybe we’ll work one on one together, Universe willing!

[@CassieWinter]

Yay! Welcome to the Muse party 💖

[@Lesnicole29]

It’s the middle of the night. 3:30 am here in Colorado. I am tossing and turning due to depression anxiety and I’m in the biggest whole of my life and came across your channel also. I’m so glad to see your new here summer baby also. I’m gonna do the exact same thing you are is binge. I’m so excited about this because I’m not knowing where to turn anymore lately and I believe this was sent to me as a wonderful thing also. Thank you Cassie!

[@Lesnicole29]

I wish you summer baby was here in Colorado so we could discuss these videos over coffee to help each other step by step. Who knows maybe we could discuss over the phone just because we are both new. I’m so excited for this and for you as well.😊

[@juliasteinweh-adler5288]

Love this analogy. I’ve been really struggling lately managing my college education during COVID with ADHD. The groundhogs day analogy really hits home. Thank you so much!!

[@CassieWinter]

I'm so glad it helps! Definitely check out the free Masterclass when you get a chance. It's great for students. 😊

[@PraiseYESHAYAH]

WOW! THIS IS BY FAR ONE OF THE BEST VIDEOS I HAVE SEEN ON UTUBE. YOUR TRANSPARENCY IS SO SO AMAZING AND HELPFUL, GRANTED, I HAVE IN THE PAST SUFFERED FROM SEVERE ADHD, AND I CAN 100 PERCENT RELATE TO THIS!! GREAT JOB, AND THANK YOU FOR CARING ABOUT US; 👏🏾 👍🏽 😀 😊!! MUCH ❤️ LOVE

[@helenahildegarda5739]

You are such a pure, genuine soul. This video really did something to me. Please, never stop doing what you're doing, survive every burn out and come back with new strength. I have an invisible disability myself, right now I'm really depressed but my heart is now full of hope that I'll break free

[@katiebecker2767]

Oh my god I am so happy I came across your channel. ❤ I’ve been living with mental health issues for quite some time. I go to therapy regularly but I am still having trouble with figuring out how to “live”. Your videos help bridge the gap. 😊

[@trishaammons7140]

Been in burnout, im thinking for years.. I just started doing things I love again.. simple tasks are still daunting and hard.. with so little spoons.. That start seems so far.

[@alfiesolomon3531]

Just want to say Thank You

[@eveytess]

Loving the content!🔮💫🙏🏻 Ps. You remind me so much of Kate Winslet ✨

[@CassieWinter]

Wow, thank you! I love Kate Winslet. ♥

[@alexamadasun2459]

🥹✨🥹✨🥹✨🥹✨

[@allie54774]

Omg I was ready to be like "ugh another person telling me all my issues are because of my mindset" but this was actually super validating 😅 its like the issues are there AND I can change my mindset about making steps to improve my life despite that. Thank you ❤

[@allie54774]

I've been in the groundhog day thing you were talking about particularly since 2020 when we went into lockdown, lost our jobs and car and everything basically. & then I started getting diagnosis after diagnosis finally & realising my life was going to have to change quite drastically with 2 small children too. & I have felt at a huuuuge loss what to do since then. We are living on disability benefits while both children at school and definitely felt in a bit of a rut.

[@majeedmohamed9523]

​@@allie54774Awww my heart goes out to you 😢 I'm like that 2 years since my husband passing my children going through it too it's hard when ur hungry and it font have nothing to eat thanks to Ramin the Chinese noodles and watrr

[@kmcq692]

Make one commitment to one doable change. Just do that every weekday for 30 minutes. Changes mindset. You wake up one day noticing you can indeed be your own AGENT OF CHANGE! (Cool. But honestly the only thing that bugs me is how you’re adding an “s” for some reason. Weird!!! Oh, and the sound of exasperated breathing. Sorry. That was kinda mean. It’s ok. I just gotta go. Best of luck with your channel.)

[@marim248]

I used to say it felt like Groundhog's Day. I feel so seen with your video!

[@sorrelskydancer6645]

This is so incredibly valuable!! Thank you 🥰❤️

[@ky024]

I have a (hard) question. How do you find the desire to fight for a marathon of life? Or start a habit that you stay dedicated to?

[@CassieWinter]

Oof. That's a good question. And the answer isn't always the same, which is why I built my course. The oversimplified answer is to just take things one second at a time if you need to. For example I had severe spicy sads this past week, and the only reason I got through them was because I took things one moment at a time and was lucky enough to have a partner and two cats to help me. I know I'm privilege in having those things, I just want you to know you're not alone in struggling with the reality of the life ahead of you. Big hugs 💖

[@FINANCIALQUEST101]

Thank you, real solution. You identified what I am going through for years, it’s agonizing!

[@katiecooley9611]

Amazing video!! I have also lived in a groundhog's day and that ricochet metaphor hit me hard. I've done that more times than I can count. What you offer is truly life changing. Thank you so much!

[@CassieWinter]

Thank you so much Katie! 😍

[@schluu]

I am really happy I found your channel. Im suffering from depression/GAD, which especially is annoying when writing a thesis :) I have been procrastinating for far too long (due date in

[@Wingedmagician]

Groundhog Day was my favorite movie of all time, nothing came close, and year after year after year later I realized why.

[@indobeatz]

So what do I do if I have been working on something for 4 years now and about to be homeless? I lost my job and am down to my last few dollars, have 2 kids and am a single father. Im not sure where I went wrong but this world is not working out for me and nothing is getting better.

[@HonestlyHolistic]

I did the same thing and it has CHANGEDDDD my life

[@kspring8742]

this is so late,but i feel seen.

[@CassieWinter]

Big hugs! 💖

[@grammahopkins643]

What if you don't know what kind of change to make? Yes, I'm very depressed, but a lot of it is due to the pandemic. It's running rampant in the Northeast right now and so we're cut off from family and friends pretty much all of the time. My husband and I are both retired and live isolated in the woods, so we're safe when we're home, but we can't have much contact with our children or grandchildren or friends. I can't really make any plans and my life right now is sort of a Groundhog Day, where we're just home most of the time without much outside contact, except when we have to get groceries or medicine. I've tried different things to keep busy, but the loneliness and feeling cut off from the world is just too much sometimes. I AM waiting for the pandemic to get better so I can make plans and see my family again. I don't know what else to do right now.

[@timurs7398]

thank you

[@rynawolteger3087]

I want to be in the group therapie

[@hayleyhilton5018]

Just found your videos and thank you for speaking to the part of me who is beating herself up for not achieving what her perfectionist self keeps saying she "should" be doing x

[@sidpastore4239]

Still chiseling. Things are better than they were a year ago but there’s still plenty I’m not happy with. I’m glad I found your channel; my newest big project was trying to make a proper schedule (I have online classes for summer semester) and I got some advice that was ADHD-friendly but none of it talked about spoons or depression or the awful ricochet feedback loop. I feel burnt out all the time I have so many things I do to manage my mental problems that it’s hard to find time for my actual goals towards an actual life. Every week there’s at least one goal I didn’t meet it’s very discouraging. I’m in a coaching program for a year for my alcohol issues but when I don’t have to pay that every month I am very interested in joining your stuff :)

[@Moonstonee212]

15:14

[@blakebrunson7278]

Thank you so much for these videos, they help me a lot

[@elainebezak7158]

Hello Magical Fairy!! Im ready to join your world and all it has to offer!! Everything you said resonates with me. Like you know my mind, my life, and what that feels like. I do like Bill Murray and Groundhog Day. . Seen many times, but never see that I’m in my own personal GHD!! I will watch it again, with an eye for that comparison!! You did mention mindset. I live in a negative mindset, and need a Magical Fairy with a super Magical Wand, to help me get to the better, helpful, mind changing, mindset!! Thx so much! I will definitely subscribe, and listen to your journey. Do you have any videos on changing your mindset?? 💕

[@CassieWinter]

Hi! Thanks for calling me a magical fairy, that made my day 🤩 I have LOTS of videos on mindset. In fact, I would argue I throw mindset into each video I make. So let your intuition guide you as you watch my videos. 💖

[@kaz555]

Thank you 💕

[@Lenore4Evermore]

Thank you for this.

[@susanhill7885]

Thank goodness I found your video. I am so so grateful to you. Your advice resonates with me 100%. I am stuck and I’m going to start tomorrow. I also have subscribed to your channel. ❤

[@johop1496]

Thank you ❤️

[@corylcreates]

*raises hand* yep I'm one of the people who is going to comment "I'm procrastinating by watching this video." (But I'm also assembling a digital piano stand!) I felt so seen with this video and somehow managed to tear up from knowing I'm not alone and can change as well as laughing at some of your little lines (like fuck yeah, I've got a sword). I'm really glad to have found your channel

[@jcm5171]

Boy, I feel for you, enduring such challenges, Cassie. I know what it's like, you know. Thank you for your work, it's good. Your videos are great for me because even though I know the whys and the whats in my life struggles, your videos are motivational and help me connect as I seem to care only about human beings who are or have gone through stuff like me, these days. Understanding has not really helped even though it may, some day ? The diagnosis of being what they call this ridiculous name of Profoundly Gifted Adult twice exceptional with some ADD, although CPTSD and existential depression mixed with situational depression make it difficult to know which is which, they say...has poured amazing light on my entire life, brought some relief and that's good, but, honestly, what the hell am I supposed to do with that, now: I am 68 years old! I am so tired, you wouldn't believe. Nobody can get it, how could they ?! I have come to a screeching halt and feel like I don't even want anything anymore. So major issues remain unaddressed, feeding my anxiety and "frozen, f... it all" present state. It's not procrastination, it's not depression, it's not self-sabotage, I find profound meaning in certain things, it's more like huge discouragement that just won't lift. I have two marvelous dogs I love (I have a passion for animals and nature), one is only 11 months old, and I can hardly take them for walks more than three times a week in the near fields close by, even though I usually find such great joy at caring for them and interacting with them. I should go everyday: they love it and it's good for all of us ! Something's off. Going on for almost a year now. Of course, there are a couple of things that would help me tremendously if I did them, but I just can't, won't, I forget, I just can't make up my mind for heaven sake, you name it. I'm done. Not suicidal, no, just numb and removed from ... I don't know what. It's starting to sound like a bad film, I swear. I have worked consistently and really, really hard at understanding my functioning and have come up with good ways to cope. Perhaps I should mentioned that my mother is a covert full-throttle covert narcissist and I somehow let her come live with us 10 years ago -- an absolute nightmare. She is getting more dangerous by the year, with bouts of narcissistic rage followed by quiet when she realizes I no longer budge ( can't beat a dead horse or whip a slave into resurrection), I live in a nice, very remote environment but I am so stuck -- I have tried everything but, well, the trauma bonding is a pretty massive problem to tackle. Ideally, although retired, I would love to work part- time to make ends meet and end financial stress but the last 10 years I have been constantly plagued by such ups and downs that I couldn't possibly commit to something. I stop here. Perhaps this will be read by people who will resonate, it always helps to realize that sh.. goes down for many of us. Wishing the best to you and to all. Cheers from France

[@CassieWinter]

Thank you for sharing. Sending hugs 💖