How Your Anxiety May Lead to Depression

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[@Cnith]

To me social anxiety is the primary "engine" of the anxiety/depression duo. I get depressed because of the limitations my anxiety causes in my life, by avoiding so many "dangerous" situations. It's just depressing to feel "wrong" a lot of the time.

[@Sarahla91]

Cnith I feel the same.

[@Katimorton]

That totally makes sense!! Thank you so much for sharing your insight into this as well!! xoxo

[@radn_]

Yeah, I feel the same.

[@desibradley8206]

wow. that IS insightful. I think I feel the same

[@mjbrks2]

Couldn't agree more

[@suzieq5511]

I wish you were my therapist. You are just so sweet and friendly. I wouldnt feel like I'm being judged! It's tough finding a good fit. It's worth the wait though. Thanks girl!

[@Katimorton]

Awe you're so sweet! I am glad you enjoy the videos and my approach :) xxoo

[@suzieq5511]

@@Katimorton love it! Its helped me out SO much lately! You explain things so simply and help people understand. You truly care about people!!

[@InfiresTaekook]

Kati Morton can I talk with you somewhere? I'm really going crazy.

[@RenaeJGray]

Kati Morton do you recommend any other therapists that have the same approach as you. I love how you make me feel Educated yet accommodate for therapy related topics.

[@idiotmizu4710]

Having both Anxiety and Depression is like feeling everything at once but then feeling paralyzingly numb. It's a struggle but I've gotten better thanks to my doctors and family

[@Katimorton]

I am so glad it's getting better with support :) xoxo

[@idiotmizu4710]

Kati Morton Oh, uhm. I was wondering if you could ever talk about feeling invisible in a family? My parents care for me, but I subconsciously put myself in the back ground because I was so used to my sisters needing care for their mental illnesses growing up. Just wondering if you could ever talk about something like that?

[@Miigz]

Kati when you described agitated depression you literally described me. I have every single symptom and situation you talked about and mentioned. That's insane. I'm currently taking Prozac but I really don't feel like it's helping. Im 26 years old and I've tried about 5 anti depressives and 5 anxiety meds. It's so frustrating. I can't hold down a job, a girlfriend a healthy relationship with my family or with myself. What do you recommend? Whoever reads this please like my comment so Kati sees it.

[@lorsange1107]

I feel you :/ I also take Prozac, but my psychiatrist prescribed me Neupax at night and Prozac during the day. It really works for me. Ask your psychiatrist if that's a good option for you too.

[@stevetaylor3893]

good luck man, i'm 25 and am right there with you. i really hope you stay alive and stay strong. people recover from so many dark things, i hope we can too

[@ifferbythesea]

maor1902, I am so sorry you are in the midst of this struggle! I have been fighting the depression/anxiety duo for a while as well, and I know how overwhelmingly difficult it can be. Have you tried some form of talk therapy in conjunction with medication? That has made a big difference for me - finding the right therapist is definitely a game changer, too. So many people I know have been frustrated that counseling doesn't seem to help, but once they change to a counselor/therapist that is a good fit for their needs, they often begin to notice improvement. Mindfulness exercises have also helped me to reduce the reactivity of my emotions and change the nature of my self talk to extend myself more grace and less judgment. (But it's definitely a work in progress!) I've been using the app called Headspace, but I believe there are many apps/programs/etc that offer guided mindfulness meditation exercises. I hope this helps! I also hope Kati will see this to be able to offer her thoughts as well. Thank you for sharing, and good luck to you!

[@Mtz2604]

Hello there, I'm sorry you're feeling like life and control is getting out of your hands and you might feel powerless and weak, this happened to me. Until I was no longer able to go throughout my day without my anxiety or depressive attacks, or having crying episodes of hours, going in circles with my suicidal thoughts. Thinking a lot of dark stuff I'm not writing to avoid putting words in your mouth but both of us know how dark it can get. I had to admit myself at a hospital in psychiatric care because I started thinking on a plan about how to end all this mess and save my family and dear husband of me and my crap in my head. 1 month in psychiatric care, with proper supervision, trying new medication, getting psychological evaluations and test applied by a clinic psychologist that gave me therapy every day with my psychiatrist, working all with my family and aiming for the best... All that worked a lot. Prozac and only that wasn't enough for how misdiagnosed I was. This could be happening to you. Now I'm on the right mix of medication, doesn't make it all, of course I need intense talk therapy, DBT to be specific. But know I know I'm not battling just a weird depression, I know I have 4 diagnoses that make an specific effect on me and I'm working to live with my conditions. Sometimes hitting hard rock bottom helps.

[@jocaartsysoul9105]

maor 1902 hang in there,you’re stronger than what you might think or feel right now.

[@marq6929]

Oh man, I never thought about it like that, but yes! It's all about avoidance! And even though I know I need to just face the issue and get it delt with, a lot of days I just can't get myself to that point.

[@Katimorton]

I know right!?!? When I was reading about that.. I was like duh!! hahah!! It makes so much sense, but I never thought about it that way!! xoxo

[@margaritatowl7248]

Makes so much sense ! I have anxiety about failing and it makes me avoid doing my work/assignments and procrastinate . I guess I don’t want to look at the challenging things because they remind me how prone I am to failing.

[@emcoster]

I find my anxiety/depression is a cycle switching every few months - when my depression is bad my anxiety is fine it's like I don't even care about the things that normally would make me anxious. When I'm not feeling depressed my anxiety gets worse and I'm back to worrying about everything and everyone. I don't know why this happens

[@MsKen420]

same here if im not depressed my anxiety is bad if im depressed my anxiety is not bad

[@abribri3006]

it makes total sense I feel like that too. When I'm depressed I just don't care about anything anymore so I can't be anxious

[@erickaahner4645]

Came just at the right time. Thank you as always Kati :)

[@Katimorton]

I am so glad you found it helpful :) xoxo

[@yasinarshad4024]

Ericka Ahener you are so nice tbh

[@abdoughost5754]

There are several components to treating anxiety at home. One resource I discovered that successfully combines these is the Aghy Magic Method (google it if you're interested) definately the most incredible resource i've seen. look at the awesome information .

[@aaymathebest4705]

@@Katimorton can you give real surviving example and present them on you tube I mean show to real schzophernia people,who survived from schzophernia from positive behaviour rather than medication...MY English I hope you will understand....

[@aaymathebest4705]

@@Katimorton Katie your videos are really good but also give solutions please,which thearpies and which things work on Schzophernia m,which thearpies,which meditation,which talking,speeching thearpies work....and what routine should adopt during schzophernia,during depression,during stress.....

[@DepressionTalks1]

Having anxiety and depression myself, this was VERY helpful. Thank you

[@ryantrue4844]

I got diagnosed with anxiety at the beginning of the year, I panic about 'pointless' things and I'm always tired, at night though I can fall asleep easily but can't stay asleep as I wake up several times . I have been told by other people I'm quite depressive which I know isn't good and been asked if I ever smile but CBT helped me a lot

[@bruceshepley6951]

My life has been almost completely dominated by anxiety and depression. The anxiety gets me depressed because it constricts my activity so much. But I've gotten to where I can keep myself entertained pretty well being completely alone. I do a little reading. Right now I'm reading "Anna Karinina". My niece sent it to me. I'm hoping to do more in time. I also dabble in writing. My imagination keeps me happy, but it also draws me away from other people. I live in an assisted living center for the mentally ill. It's a forgiving environment. It supplies me with enough company and activity. Life isn't bad.

[@waynedean6762]

I started getting mental help just a couple days ago, and I have severe depression and high anxiety... Thank you Kati!!

[@_just_TK]

So glad that you were able to get help! It's a painful journey but I promise you, it does get better! Good luck!

[@KTdesign1]

I have generalized anxiety disorder, I saw 4 separate therapists and the first one kept trying to throw anti depressants at me saying my depression came from my anxiety it felt like NO one was listening to me it was so so so frustrating. I was trying to get help for the past 4 years. Nothing worked, finally this year I cracked and went on anti anxiety medication and it has helped SO much. I really didnt want to take medication but it seemed like there was no other option I could take. All the therapists I saw had waitlists over 2 months. So I couldnt even get a one hour app with the same therapist i saw the first time. I hate california tbh.

[@ButterflyyBeautiee]

Talk about perfect timing. Grieving the loss of my Dad and I'm a mess. I just don't wanna feel anymore.

[@megancotterly9357]

I lost my dad 2 years ago. It was the hardest loss I have ever experienced. Even 2 years later, something will hit me funny and I am a puddle. I know the feelings you are going through, hang in there. Talk about him, allow yourself to deal with what you are feeling. I'm a mom of 4 so sometimes that means crying in the shower but its something.

[@clareuk71]

OhhButterflyy I’m sending you a massive hug from Liverpool England. I’ve been we’re you r right now when lost my mum and sister. So many emotions you almost shut down from the overload but over time it balances out and you can think of them and smile .I’ll say a little prayer for you tonight if that’s ok 😀much love .

[@honeydisaster3698]

OhhButterflyy aw i’m sorry for your loss! i hope you’ll be okay 🖤

[@Katimorton]

I am so sorry for your loss :( I lost my dad 10 years ago.. just know that by allowing yourself the time you need to grieve it does get a bit easier day by day and year by year. xoxo

[@ellabella437]

OhhButterflyy I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you good vibes ✨ I hope you have a cozy blanket to wrap up in 💕

[@alexisoutt1428]

Bridge statements are really helpful. Convincing myself “they’re actually probably not talking about how ugly I am” moved to “maybe sometimes I look fine” to once in a blue moon “hey just in this moment, I’m kinda cute”. I still don’t like myself. But bridge statements are just one way to start easing yourself away from the blinding self hatred space.

[@kellyarmstrong7479]

I want to thank you so much Katie. You came into my life at the right time. I was on a waiting list To see my therapist. When I started watching your videos a couple weeks ago I decided to make a stand and keep calling them until they got me in . I now go every Thursday to see my therapist. I am 41 years old and Have been through a horrific past. My anxiety And panic attacks stops me From living any kind of normal life.. In over 20 years of having panic attacks your the only person who Help me understand what's going on Within my mind, again I thank you so much. You are a wonderful therapist..

[@Katimorton]

Awe thanks Kelly!! I am so glad you found me when you needed the extra support!!! xoxo And thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind comment :) xox

[@carloseb.4677]

Wish you were my therapist :' ( I have anxiety in general and social anxiety and depression and also IBS, and I also pluck my nails, which is recipe for a long lasting disaster, feeling numb and agitated at the same time is really terrible like you switch between them in milliseconds, so fast, not knowing which is which, how you feel and try to reason or fight back with your thoughts, I wish there was someone I could talk to without getting judged or feel even worse, I tried with a few people, they caused my anxiety level to go even higher that it was ever was before, its a vicious cycle, anxiety then IBS flares up then depression kicks in, I feel like I feel alive between these like mabe 2-3 days in a month if i'm lucky. I'm so glad I found your channel Kati, even listening to you I feel like I have friend that understands me and cares about me, Thank you.

[@ogstargazer9780]

When you described a person who always rethinks conversations and always focuses on what you did/say wrong or could've/should've done better.. thats basically me. Anxiety and depression have been controlling my life for years now and I feel like I'm beyond the point where it's still treatable. In my head I'm pretty much non stop trash talking to myself, how I'm not good enough, a burden to everyone, too ugly, too weak.. I'm starting to feel more and more ashamed of just being alive. I can't remember the last day withouth suicidal thoughts but I'm pretty sure it must be over a year ago. The only thing I can say about myself that I'm good at is hiding emotions. That's the way I've dealth with these issues all this time.. by keeping it to myself. If anyone cared enough to keep reading up to this sentence, thanks for your interest and I hope you have a great day!

[@marshallemmett3313]

I'm a socially anxious dude. On the mild to moderate side. Talk therapy has done worlds for me. I live my therapist and all her input. I'm sure she's used some CBT on me, but I say that not knowing exactly. I describe depression and anxiety as two sides of the same coin. I've been anxious all my life, and depression creeps in and out with life circumstances. But with talk therapy, whatever comes my way, I know I'll be able to conquer it!

[@jasonburchard3743]

WELL SPOKEN and we all find ourselves on strange highways from time to time. STAY STRONG everyone!!!

[@PRoseLegendary]

I was once in a therapy session and the theme that kept coming up was me believing "I'm not good enough". My therapist wrote it on a whiteboard and then said "What if we just do this?" and then she rubbed out the word "not", so it now read "I'm good enough." That's a powerful visualisation that's helped me a lot.

[@carleymills322]

I am SO happy I found your channel your videos always are so informative yet understandable. I just recently started counseling for my anxiety/depression/childhood trauma and your videos always make me feel better. So thank you for sharing and making the world a better place! 💞

[@Katimorton]

Awe yay!! I am so glad you are enjoying the videos and finding them helpful!! xoxo

[@05nickiii50]

Having depression and being suicidal since 10 years old has really taken a toll on me as a person, but I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos helping me get through it all!❤❤❤

[@blueletter3947]

i'm honestly struggling with my mental health and i spoke to my mom about it, thinking she'll bring me to get some help. instead, she made me feel so guilty because she brought up how people elsewhere are struggling more and now i tend to get even more angry at myself every time i feel depressed because i feel like i'm just being ungrateful. she told me to just 'get over it', but if i could, i definitely would have by now.

[@_just_TK]

blank so sorry to hear that. It’s so hard for someone who hasn’t been depressed to understand that it sometimes literally has nothing to do w/ your life situation and can often be caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain. PLEASE don’t be discouraged and try reaching out for help again. If you are in school, ask to see a counselor. There are also great resources online like 7 Cups and you can request to join the KATI Facebook page which is a really supportive community. Hope this helps!

[@Haultauhmonop]

Kati, thank you for doing what you do. I hate that so many people are blaming you for all of the backlash to Shane's series, but I wanted you to know that I only found your channel because of that series. I'm sure I'm not even close to the only one. Your work has already done so much for me realizing that it's okay to accept that the way I'm feeling isn't normal. I was raised in one of those households that claimed therapy "puts ideas in your head" and that all you really need is to suck it up. So for decades I've internalized all of the symptoms of my poor mental health as being just a part of my shitty personality. Through your videos, I've already realized at least a few of my issues aren't permanent and I don't have to live with them. I'm crying tears of relief as I type this just from knowing I can do something about it. I can't afford therapy now, but it's at least nice to know I can do something about it one day, and in the meantime I have a few resources to start coping today. So thank you for putting yourself out there, and please don't think it was a mistake to help Shane with that series. I know there have to be more people like me who found you that way.

[@peterk9445]

Thanks Kati for this. I’m a middle aged man in England and though we will never meet I owe you a lot. Having kind, thoughtful people like you in the world is a help to many.

[@SombraPiloto]

This is me. Chicken or the egg. Am i depressed because of anxiety or do i have anxiety because of depression.

[@goaway6339]

You have depression because of anxiety, if you're anything like me. Anxiety as a kid led to depression with age and experience

[@calebbaker6423]

Frank Bama felt that sometimes it even gets to the point she’s I think “is this depression or anxiety” plus I have ocd

[@cevsunkist]

I've tried for so long to make myself better. You finally get to a point where you know nothing you do will help...

[@PrairiePlantgirl]

Self talk is huge. When I notice my thoughts getting really negative I have to force myself to find something positive to focus on and consciously push away the negative self talk.

[@mythicalmelodies276]

Thank you Kati! I hope that I'll be able to afford your book soon. You made this video and I didn't even know that I needed it. I've had anxiety coloring my depression for some time, and some times my depression can go and the anxiety stays. I didn't really know about bridge statements before but that is so much easier than trying to convince myself I'm the bee's knees. Have a good day!

[@shauni92]

This is such a good break down of the two and how they are different, but correlate as well. My therapist described it to me as depression is the mind living in the past and anxiety is the mind living in the future. Now we’re working on finding common ground- a place in the present

[@elizabethmatchefts8509]

My husband has anxiety connected to depression. He felt such strong dread that he wasn't able to drive to work or even call in sick. He would come back home and be depressed for not being able to work. He has been taking medication and seeing a therapist since May and I'm so grateful to see that he's feeling better; it's been a difficult journey for both of us, but it is so worth it. I'm cautiously optimistic that he will continue to feel better as treatment continues.

[@toddmichaelsen788]

It took me 20 years to recognize (through finding the right therapist) that my thoughts have massive effects on my anxiety/depressive symptoms and that ultimately unchecked anxiety leads to depressive episodes. The tools you learn in CBT are life changing. Meds, exercise and meditation help too! All the best to my fellow sufferers- you can improve! ✌️

[@BlueMolly2024]

I'm diagnosed with Clinical Depression with Anxiety. My mind races at night. I avoid stuff. Thank goodness for my therapist. Cognatibve therapy has been a big help. CBT and DBT are great tools. Thanks, Katy for sharing this video.

[@alexandria81217]

This is how my whole family is we all have depression and GAD and some of us lucky ones including me have panic disorder. But this video really helped me understand it all more. I am on medication and my depression pretty much is gone but my GAD is still present and I need to work on it everyday so this really makes me understand why that is. Thank you 😊

[@_just_TK]

Alexandria Dunigan so glad you are doing better!

[@tamara0909]

Well, I was diagnosed with depression and for a long time me & my therapist tried to fix it, and it didn't work. Then I saw your video on "what is the normal level of anxiety", and I was like "Wait wait! If that tiny little drop is normal, than I am sinking in an ocean!" I changed my therapist, and finally I'm getting treatment for both. So thank you for your videos!!! Still it feels like a long way to go, the anx & dep mixture leads to fatigue(( But we work in a gestalt approach, and it's great for finding ground.

[@_just_TK]

Tamara Fisun so glad you are doing better!

[@PeaceFan1]

This is ME to a T!!! Depressed but Angry and Avoidant.. UGH , It sucks!!!

[@Shadowkitty360]

My anxiety response is actually usually the fight response. I just feel so helpless and awful when I cant do anything about the thing I'm worried about even if nothing is actually wrong. So I usually go overboard trying to "fix" things and then usually afterward I end up feeling like I created more problems that I then have to fix and feel bad about. I cope by finding ways to reassure myself that everything is actually okay and no one thinks I'm this horrible person or is about to abandon me. I have to reassure myself everyday that my life is not on the edge of disaster.

[@PRoseLegendary]

For me it's like mild anxiety is my baseline, and then stressors occur which send me into an anxious spin, leading to a panic attack, or I give up and get depressed and don't want to do anything anymore. It's also about the direction of my thoughts. My anxiety increases when I'm thinking about the future and I'm worried about it, depression increases when I think about the past and my mistakes or traumatic experiences, and then it's a horrible feeling of despair and fear when I start to use past experiences to predict what the future will be like. I've been told that I need to practice grounding myself in the here and now and practice living in the moment more. When I've been able to do that, it does help, but it takes a lot of practice. My panic attacks are much shorter now, but they still happen. It takes a lot of practice and self awareness to recognise when I'm starting to spiral, and implementing grounding techniques before it gets to panic or explosion mode.

[@jantaljaard835]

People with depression often make the same mistake I made, they think because they sometimes feel good they can't be depressed but even a depressed person sometimes feel good.

[@allangochin3760]

I swear Kati is watching us through our windows or something. PERFECT TIMING. Thank you Kati!!!

[@jamiewilson2550]

Love ya for consistently spreadin' the good word, Kati! I'm happy for you about the book, and hope you're doing well :)

[@pbloging]

My specialist told me that anxiety was the tip of the spear. It's constant agitation and worry. This takes a toll on the body, mind, and spirit. After your strength is gone and you've begun to give up depression (the rest of the spear) goes in to finish the job.

[@SuzukiRacer055]

I really need you as my doctor ma'am. I cannot handle much more of life like it is.

[@ahmedlachine390]

Thank you for your videos, helpful and informative. I was diagnosed with both anexity and depression and currently on medications. For me, general anexity come first then depression with panic attacks occasionally. I was trapped in deep negative thoughts and felt suicidal. What helped me was that during negative episodes, I tried to find solutions, to start over and try new ways to feel better. One of these solutions was to seek a psychatrist help and it was worth it. Now i am feeling better and enjoying my life. My advice to you out there is keep a light during the darkness, and try and break the cycle even slowly but steadly things can be better in the future. Love and support from me to all of you, and stay positive😃.

[@_just_TK]

Ahmed Lashen

[@Dreamer5211]

Hi Kati , That was another great video !! Before I was battling Complicated Grief Syndrome , I too was fight the endless loop of anxiety / depression , for years. My depression would make me anxious / my anxiety would make me depressed. I have many outlets , I play music , I write , I enjoy helping others and offering what ever personal advice I can , but that does nothing to alleviate my distress. My physical symptoms and issues are IBS / C - Arthritis -Skin Disorders , all of which my therapist believes are related to my low self esteem / fear , ( although I have never been home bound ) and being constantly worried about tomorrow. When I first entered therapy , my therapist asked me to write down 10 things I like about myself , I said “ that is going to be hard , because I really don`t like myself very much at all “ however she asked me to try. To make a long story short , I started the assignment with “ What I like about myself “ and the first paragraph stated “ I really don`t like my self at all , but …” I ended up handing her a 4 page essay on ten things I appreciated about me , however I reiterated that I still don`t like myself very much. I only hope that someday I can do for me what comes naturally in helping others , maybe someday I can like myself. I am trying. Thanks Kati for always believing in me , although we are 3K miles away , I feel like you have help so much , sadly much more is needed , hopefully on Dec. 11th , more to my road to wellness will be noted , or as I mentioned to my therapist , “I designed this perfect bridge , the stress and load factors are perfect , the bridge could last for a thousand years. On the other side there are people that are happy and enjoying life , while I am to fearful if I even try to cross my prefect bridge because I am afraid my “perfect bridge” would collapse. Sorry for the “War & Peace” reply , I just thought you might like to understand me more . Thanks again for making this terrific video and I know Sean helped so please thank him for me. Take care , Gary 

[@ashleycapcara2900]

I’ve been struggling really badly with feelings of hopelessness and it’s been taking a toll on my school and personal life. Last year I tried to see a therapist on campus, took 3 months to get an appointment and had to rebook, which they never did after me contacting them multiple times. So not I’ve kind of lost faith in these people because I can’t even pay them to care... I really don’t know what to do. Manic by Coleman Hells says it perfectly “Somedays I wish I was dead, think I’m broken, I can’t fix it, it’s and intangible sickness but it’s there”

[@raywood8187]

Thank you Kati, this swirling mix of anxiety and depression can be so difficult to sort out. I realize now that I've actually been using bridging statements. I've not heard it called that and nobody suggested that to me. But for the reason you mentioned, it made more sense that maybe I could strike a compromise with that negative voice and then begin to sneak in stronger and stronger positive statements. I might have to start chipping away at the wall with a small chisel, but just wait till I get stronger and can use a jackhammer. :)

[@Katimorton]

Hey Ray!! I am so glad the bridge statements are helping!! Yay!!! Can't wait until you are jackhammering those nasty thoughts away!!! xoxo

[@rileyjames2069]

I found the same!

[@ItsTorple]

Yes! I definitely feel like anxiety and depression are different ends of the same spectrum. I used to be overly aware and sensitive of everything. It was so difficult to process that I developed a handful of somatic symptoms (to the point where I would immediately become nauseous and get sick when conflicts arose in my relationship). Over time, it kind of felt like it was too exhausting to keep being anxious. I was still unsettled, but I eventually just began internalizing it all more and more to the point where it felt like my mind and body adapted and protected itself from anxiety by developing depression. I went from feeling too much, too strongly, all of the time to feeling nothing and feeling like I wasn’t even worth worrying about things going well in the first place. It’s been a process of breaking down those internalizations, but I’m getting there. ❤️

[@theadrenalizedartist6843]

For me the depression is really anger that gets repressed. It’s often anger at myself over the fact that I get anxious about things that seem to be simple for everyone else.

[@StillSwirling]

Thank you so much Kati! I really needed this today. ❤️

[@abrahamcavazos1984]

Latelly my mind goes wild and nonstop the most in the mornings, just before going to work. And what I've found that helps me to quiet down those racing thoughts is putting on my headphones, and listening to my favorite music ABBA and sing along while listening.

[@yowza234]

I'm 22 and have been gaslighted since i was like 6 with those negative thoughts you've mentioned. I struggle to argue back at it because my former abuser still has a big influence on my self doubt.

[@_just_TK]

yowza234 Reach out to a mental health professional to process what you’ve been through. Also check out this awesome video Kati did about gaslighting. Hope it helps! m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYCWi4SGmt-aorM

[@yowza234]

Thanks a lot TK, I'm already seeing a professional :)

[@alinepmachado]

I feel the same about feeling tired in the day and I just can't sleep during the night and it's argh! tiring. thank you for this video, Kati

[@TheRain991]

This has quickly become my favorite channel to watch ❤

[@empresselizabeth4310]

I hate when anyone talks badly about you for being on youtube. Im not someone who can always afford to see my therapist so on the in between weeks or even months i love being able to turn on your videos to get tips i havnt heard or even maybe forgot.

[@domjobs18]

Thank you for being such a light to this young generation 🙏

[@hmabboud]

I've been suffering from anxiety for over 15 years and it wasn't until I was 30 is when I started to learn that I wasn't well. Finally, I went to a good psychiatrist in Cairo, he diagnosed me with anxiety-depression.

[@electriclott]

I've suffered with depression most of my life, more recently started having anxiety attacks. I have to come to accept that I will always be depressed, but these anxiety attacks are brutal.

[@WAFFLEBOYPHD]

I just started watching and now I’m watching everyday. Even videos from 3-4 years ago. Thank you for theses videos.

[@_just_TK]

WaffleBoy_PhD Welcome to the Community!

[@rue6173]

This makes so much sense to me, just everything you said I could understand thank you SO much, I’ve always felt that Because i didn’t have strongly anxiety or depressive symptoms i was just lazy and I’ve been told that my whole life but I finally found something that makes sense this was so helpful kati you’re a legend xox

[@Rekzy]

Thank you I really needed this, It has been confusuing me lately.

[@ihartmacz]

This is exactly what I needed today. I suffer with GAD and I really appreciate your videos on these topics. Thank you, Kati!

[@carissahowell]

My anxiety is completely out of control. Fr fr!! It's been so bad the last week that I'm just getting annoyed with it. Constantly on edge. Constantly agitated. Constantly worried. I'm over it!!

[@onimichelle4340]

TYSM for this video Kati

[@TheFamilyFromOz]

Thanks for talking about this Katie. I was so confused about my own mental health as I though if I'm depressed then I'm not anxious, not realising that they go hand in hand. Now I know that I'm a person who has anxiety, and when it's spirals it can develop into 'agitated' depression whete at my worst I have no energy but cant sleep and have multiple panic attacks because I'm so tense/anxious all day! Thank you 💕

[@gorgeousapostate1915]

I have both depression and anxiety, I just got a ESA cat about a month ago and he really helps me a lot I cuddle him and play with him alot!!!

[@pistolshot52]

I’m depressed and have been depressed for three months and now I’m feeling anxiety. Thank you for your video!

[@taylorferello5495]

This video hit me so hard, it is scary how accurate your videos are for me sometimes

[@eosornio1558]

It’s like you knew what video I needed 😩 Thank you for this 💕

[@chrysalizubeth88]

My anxiety is more pronounced than my depression, but they form a circle. When my anxiety keeps me from doing something I want or need to do, I sink into depression over my failure and guilt.

[@girouxmar]

you have a way of always lighting up my day. ilysm❤️

[@desibradley8206]

you're the first person I've ever heard describe "anxious depression" which is so accurate for me! I feel like it's very common for these to be co-morbid. was actually surprised to see others' perceive them as conflicting, tbh

[@becca1441]

Kati, this helped me so much!! Thank you x

[@Teeteetarot]

Yes , tired all day then can’t sleep at night and I avoid people... I avoid being in public most of the time. I am unsure what the root of my issues are . I have all these symptoms on and off . Mostly always have anxiety though.

[@tomcomstock1213]

Great timing Kati ♥

[@leanne-mariesummers7932]

I can really relate to this. Thank you Kati

[@rogueerised979]

I missed watching these videos about anxiety & depression. That makes so much sense. Now I have names for it. Anxiety=fear based. Depression=rumination. Togather=withdrawl

[@Katimorton]

I am so glad you found it helpful!! xoxoxo

[@raghadxx5388]

I found that drawing or painting has really helped me through anxiety and depression and i loved the video👍🏼

[@NiinaSKlove]

Always grounded and helpful videos from you, Katie, thank you.

[@reelala4114]

I definitely think i have agitated depression. Every single day I overthink about the future and how i dont know what im doing with my life. I have isolated myself from everyone because i am extremely insecure. I am 20 and have no friends i don’t remember the last time i went out with a “friend” it is sad. Im going to get help, i need it. Thankyou for this video, i don’t remember the last time someone asked me if im okay

[@potatoscream7491]

I relate to this so much! Thank you kati for this video! ❤ A combo of CBT therapy and meditation has changed my life and you were a huge motivation for going forward with that.

[@holliehale]

I’ve had depression and anxiety for 10 years. This was a great video, I’m really happy I found your channel ❤️

[@caitparker1603]

Who else felt this couldnt have come at a better time?? Great video thankyou

[@emmablackwell37]

Great video again Kati, very informative. Can't wait to get your book I've told my mum about your videos and how they help me and she thinks you're amazing. Keep up the good work love you xoxo

[@MsCrystalthepistol]

Found you through Shane’s videos and I’ve been bingeing your videos since. I love your channel. You make things seem so clear!

[@_just_TK]

Crystal Ortiz welcome to the Community!

[@Jlangconsulting2014]

Good video and tips. Thanks Kati for all you do.

[@warholcow]

I needed this today. Thanks. ❤️

[@machaenichols3482]

Thank you so much for the work you do it means a lot to me. I have Depression and Axiety and I take medication and I am in Therapy. Thank you for bringing awareness to Mental Illness.

[@skytangerined9510]

Thank younfor making a video on this!

[@hannahzaccaro751]

Great video!!! Thanks so much kati!!

[@elainerahoy]

Thank you for all your informative videos! Very helpful!

[@crusincamry]

Agitated Depression...this is me exactly. Nothing is fun anymore, don't want to be around anyone for very long, zero self-confidence, weepy, no focus at all, irritated at everyone and everything...*sigh* :(

[@lorapooley7843]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@mlighthart]

Wow, wow, wow, wow....this hit the nail on the head. The validation I feel is immense but at the same time I feel a bit dejected knowing it's a vicious cycle.

[@leah.7444]

thank you sm Kati for talking about mental health in such a positive and helpful way. you make it sound like it is possible to get through it and you’ve made it significantly easier for me to talk about how i’m feeling and reach out for help❤️

[@kayliegha777]

I’m currently going through a really bad depression, started by the anxiety of being a graduate. I currently feel like I’m not good enough because I’m unemployed. I’m really glad you shared your info on bridging statements, people try to tell me I’m fantastic but I just don’t believe them. I personally believe I’m useless, but maybe now I can find that bridge to get me there! Thanks Kati! ❤️

[@elliegonzales9373]

hi miss kati,im not diagnosed of anxiety and depression,but listening at your youtube sessions gives me a realization that i may have that illness. i opened up with my parents about it but they dont take it seriously, i was unemployed for a year and it bothers me enough to take over my whole life. some people i know told me that im too lazy but my mind is freaking me out. im afraid to seek help. thank you for having that video. it really helps me alot.

[@VioletAudio]

Anxiety is the reason I have Depression. And with the amount of anxieties I have, oh boy is my depression VERY bad.

[@stackels97]

I’ve tried Meds a few times and each time it actually made me feel intensely depressed (like, numb, without any motivation or hope of any kind) whereas normally my symptoms are more anxiety based. It scared the hell out of me to feel that low so each time I had to discontinue the meds for fear of developing suicidal thoughts. I also put on a lot of weight with each med I tried and that only added to feeling worse about myself. I get concerned sometimes about the way you often discuss meds in such a positive light, as though they work for everyone, when it’s so much more complex than that. Before trying meds, no one told me that it was possible that I could feel as bad as I did while trying them, I wasn’t ready and the negative experience just added to my issues with trauma and set my recovery back a good couple of years. Would love to see more tempered, informative advice when talking about using meds, might save another person going through someone like I did.

[@millebabette9507]

Thank you so much for existing Kati ❤️