Jim Carrey on Depression: "Your body needs deep rest."

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[@Rachel-h3n]

Depression can also be the exhaustion from repressing 'negative'/'not pretty' feelings.

[@amygerstle2037]

Thank you for your comment. It was very insightful and helped me. I never thought about it that way.

[@deannajohnson4928]

You're absolutely right. For me, it isn't just sadness but also anger. I have repressed rage inside of me that manifests itself in all kinds of ways; exhaustion, sadness, lack of interest in things I used to enjoy, as well as physical anxiety causing stomach pain. It's something I've struggled with since I was a teenager, and I didn't realize at the time how fucked up my childhood really was.

[@Rachel-h3n]

@@deannajohnson4928 have you ever listened to the "fuck that meditation" on yt? It's great for people who have similar issues:)

[@Rachel-h3n]

@@amygerstle2037 thankyou for giving me that feedback, I hoped it might help some people :)

[@geester2123]

@@deannajohnson4928Thank you. I will screen shoot this for reference. Fits me to a tee but I couldn’t find the words myself.

[@phoebedarker]

Bless all who fight with depression

[@scottwarner7729]

Gesundheit.

[@essdee5876]

💞

[@marramamberta321]

Thank you.

[@BrenaldBrenold]

Im depressed about what happens to nonhuman animals everyday and how little most people care about it.

[@marcellepesek3038]

@phoebedarker. AT LAST! SOMEONE WHO SO ELOQUENTLY EXPLAINS FROM WHAT SO MANY SUFFER THROUGH. Yes, thank you, Jim. Admire you deeply! HIGHEST PRAISE and please let his words reach out to each one of us. Esp. at THIS TIME IN OUR COUNTRY. PLEASE DEAR HIGHEST POWERS OF THE UNIVERSE, HELP US!

[@kygal]

He played so many comedic roles but suffered in silence behind the scenes. Just like Robin Williams. Thank you Jim for speaking about it.

[@michellekatz1023]

Was he playing Biden ?😅😂😂

[@trybunt]

​@@michellekatz1023 wtf has that got to do with anything said here? "Jim Carey talking about depression, this random guy is talking about how Robin Williams also suffered with depression, how can I make this about Biden..." 🤷‍♂️

[@wiltchamberlainisthegoat13]

@@michellekatz1023 You guys should try being human beings once in awhile. It would help the country so much.

[@wiltchamberlainisthegoat13]

Jim Carrey is TRULY an international treasure. His comedy has been so therapeutic for so many.

[@dannycolorado5875]

Everyone Relax...truly, you all so picky and hateful over a wordslip. Let us all take a breath and be kinder to others, including these youtube forums. WTF. GROW UP N GOD BLESS. MR CARREY HAS A GOOD WAY OF THINKING HERE...THATS IT.

[@cristytlusty9990]

Depression is so hard to describe. A lot of society thinks it’s being sad and down. But it’s like hopelessly, helplessness, worthlessness, trapped/stuck, like there is no point to anything.

[@gingerlancaster3033]

Well said

[@Barry-lh6co]

Big change for me was visualising and working towards a future, and one that actually sounds kinda nice to U not just on paper

[@paulmichaelfreedman8334]

I've had a depression that lasted 5 years. I can tell ya, it's a waste of time and life.

[@stephaniebrown9799]

And people don't understand or they don't want to try to understand. I suffer from anxiety and depression. When I'm depressed, doing simple tasks like going and washing a dish, is too much for me at times. I'm getting better but I have someone in my life who is constantly berating me. That doesn't help. I know what I need to do but getting help costs money and I'm still getting myself together financially. Which my finances cause much of my depression and anxiety. Having a pet around helps and I have community online and in off line life. I like that depression can be described as your body needing deep rest.

[@Barry-lh6co]

@stephaniebrown9799 "power follows the finger of blame" blame money and the money has power, blame the toxic person in Ur life and they have the power over you, or blame yourself and realise it may not have been Ur fault but it's now your responsibility, and seek help, there's so much free help and guidance on KZbin even with psychiatrist KZbinrs like healthy gamergg (idk he's the main one I watch), point is your always gonna have someone/something to blame unless you do what you need to do to be better. Look into the mirror into Ur eyes and tell yourself what you need to hear.

[@HinnaZehra]

Sadness is temporary but depression stays with you like a shadow.

[@thechaz83]

I agree. What’s that old saying, “everyone who goes there returns with a shadow that never leaves “?

[@nhlredwingsfan]

Ugh yah and I’m diagnosed with it. I have bad habits of sleeping and procrastinating. The feelings of what’s the point idea.

[@pamelanovelli1239]

Yes, this is 100% true like a shadow. exactly and the shadow is there because one listens to evil entertaining darkness, beating oneself up in self-loathing dark thoughts giving up hope truly a spiritual battle. Ditch the darkness by staying in the light via prayer daily! God bless

[@HinnaZehra]

​​@@thechaz83 True that. 👍

[@HinnaZehra]

​@@pamelanovelli1239Spot On ❤

[@ChorfTV]

That's what people fail to understand about depression. It's not "the big sad," it's your body, your will, your personality literally shutting down. Things you used to do are no fun anymore, things that used to be easy are mountainous obstacles. Your body and brain is on a self-destructive mission.

[@jonber9411]

It's a special kind of lovely

[@firstlast-gn5bo]

The black hole of nothing. I know.

[@not4coforyou375]

Get on that grind 💯

[@auntiekim1585]

200 percent

[@chrish4439]

Which is why calling it deep rest is stupid. Your body in no way needs depression, that's like saying you need cancer.

[@davejohns6694]

Grief (sadness) ebbs and flows, depression is like a heavy blanket you cannot discard.

[@hugoapresname]

You cannot discard as long as You cannot discard what is on Your plate. Change Your crazy unhuman diet

[@albsol3478]

​@@hugoapresnameshut up

[@laurayarbrough4646]

Yup

[@marknorton3500]

AMEN, AMEN, AMEN 2 that !!!!!

[@Supacobra94]

@@hugoapresname what the phuck does watching what you eat have anything to do with it?

[@chocoeuxlatier]

Such a marvellous, strong man. We love you, Jim Carrey.

[@whatwherewho86]

It is hopelessness. It is the complete absence of hope.

[@SSM654]

Perfectly said.

[@RoboCop-zn8bt]

There is always hope, depression is the lack of motivation or vision of a better tomorrow. This may Be due to chemicals in the brain.... I call it the spiral, when you choose good, (even little things) the spiral goes up, then when things improve you continue to spiral upwards, and so on. The same goes for the downward spiral. Bad things happen and you dwell, that pulls you down the spiral a little farther and things get worse and worse from there. Social media has caused more depression than anything as whole.

[@talosgak1236]

That why depression rates are now rising because it became mainstream to not be religious and religion gave people hope.

[@CoocooBird247]

“Hope is a beggar. Hope walks through fire, faith leaps over it.” - Jim Carrey

[@mattwilliams-yo8yb]

And a peculiar insistence (of a kind) that there can never be.

[@blackstar1557]

Comedians have some of the highest rate of depression. Being funny from as far as childhood is there coping device.

[@cartergomez5390]

Did his girlfriend really kill herself? 😢

[@Local_Skinwalker]

I suffer from crippling depression that still rules a good portion of my life, and I'm currently working my way out of a psychosis from my most recent episode. I've recently developed a sense of humor out of it though, and that is legit one thing that keeps me interacting with people. It gives me a reason to smile along even if it's not for myself. While people are still confusing and difficult for me to understand, when I see a joke or something silly I say lands and the laughter is genuine- that's what makes me feel at least a little something.

[@Local_Skinwalker]

@@cartergomez5390 Yeah, that took a major toll on him.

[@rogeriocarreira]

It really does seem to be true, friend. R

[@Thanks-bj1fo]

this dude doesn't know shit about depression in his mansion.

[@karlronan]

I suffered from depression for 12 years from the age of 19. I was mentally broken. I felt completely disconnected from everyone and everything. My close relationship with my dad saved me. I’m 45 now and doing well. My dad and I are still best friends.

[@scotland99]

It's wonderful you have a dad who understands.

[@katherine9109]

congratulations !!! you're very fortunate. so many people never experience improvement... I think I was born depressed. today, at 68, I think of myself as in remission. about 3 years every time I feel down, I wonder how bad it's gonna get... but so far, so good. medication definitely helped. but it took about 10 years to kick in. best of luck to you !

[@_PURAVIDA]

Oh wow. My relationship with my father who SA me is the reason I am depressed. Then my mother covered up and lied to my siblings to make me the bad guy. You got a gift in life.

[@victoriamarybarry2344]

I'm very similar to you , but thankfully I have an amazing beautiful dad too that makes me want to keep going 💖

[@jankowalsky8345]

family for me is everything,

[@lynnwarren4485]

Just keep being YOURSELF!!! No MORE; NO LESS!! God Bless You, Jim!!! ❤

[@merlinoddog2197]

I've battled depression for 30 years. It makes the smallest tasks into mountains in your mind. Getting out of bed is a mountain to climb. Brushing your teeth is a mountain. Shower =mountain. Everything is a mountain. I'm SO TIRED.

[@altaroberts5105]

That's why I stay on the meds and just had mine adjusted. I'm done losing chunks of my life because of it.

[@monika__1059]

O znasz mnie

[@monika__1059]

​@altarobert na lekach nie jesteś sobą

[@EEsmalls]

​​@@monika__1059sometimes that's good. I'm off meds now, but I genuinely NEEDED to not be the same person I had become. I would not have survived without the medication to get me through until I was capable of putting the things I was learning in counseling into practice. It took me 4 years to pull myself out of the hell my mind had become.

[@antonellamunoz1219]

I pray you be delivered from depression, and receive all the goodness God has in store for you. Please take care, love yourself first and put your health in the forefront. 🙏🏻🌟🕊️🌻

[@hscha2085]

Wise words, especially from a man who’s has to be a character his whole life.

[@scorpionwins6378]

I feel for Jim, well, a lot of celebrities for that matter. He said once during an interview how people would constantly bombard him in public demanding him to do or say something funny, or reenact one of his characters, when all he wanted was to be a normal person and to be treated with respect.

[@BeDesignfullyYou]

​@@scorpionwins6378WOW!! If people could only imagine if they were in that position.

[@katbow5922]

​@@scorpionwins6378same thing happened to Robin Williams. 😢

[@ceeejay9112]

​@@katbow5922yep, alota the comments make me thinking Robin Williams

[@kaox44]

Carry use to be cool.,.now he’s just tool.

[@rozchristopherson648]

Deep rest. Amen.

[@shellylavigne5913]

Bingo🎉

[@eandsm4620]

Deep rest. A great description. Over the years, I thought of depression as a low mood.

[@tobybigham4196]

Deep rest.... I think that is what funerals are for.... But for real. Depression is a normal part of life that affects pretty much everyone. The difference between most people is how they handle their depression. 1. Some soldier through it, learn what is causing it and then performs a correction in there life. (Take for instance, I quit drinking alcohol 3 years ago, and bettered myself). 2. Some embrace it and become worthless to themselves and others around them. These people typically can't maintain a job, relationships, and their lives are pretty much on hold. 3. Then you have the medicators. They think that the Drugs they get from the street or the Doctors will help. But honestly it never cures them, only puts a band-aid on their problems while they zombie around. I honestly fear pharmaceutical drugs of this type much more than illegal drugs as most of those block serotonin and dopamine in a very unhealthy way! However, I don't have a 1 size fits all solution, despite how our medical profession seems to claim they do, while they screw up our children and friends even more, in a lot of cases.

[@carriecorbell924]

L​@@eandsm4620

[@bradsanders407]

Cheezy

[@RiccardoVullo]

I think this might be a very accurate description of what depression really means: A mental and physical condition affecting all the people who, for too long, feed a wrong imagine of themselves, most of the time forced by the rules of society and family. It is like interpreting a character you cannot stand any longer, and thus your body says to you: "I cannot bear this situation anymore. I need to STOP. I need a DEEP REST". Great Job, Mr. Jim Carrey.

[@hannekezijlmans6578]

When people started saying Jim lost the plot, that's when I think he actually found it. ❤

[@deon9981]

However this is nonsense. Because depression is a literal chemical imbalance in your brains reward center. It's not necessarily related to any situation in your life. It can be hereditary

[@krabz9390]

no, he is actually crazy

[@RobertoEarnywho]

so true, people of substance know He is of substance.

[@hannekezijlmans6578]

@@deon9981 While it's true depression is a chemical imbalance in the brain, and people can have a genetic predisposition to developing it... Environmental and social factors are often overlooked. Chemically, what happens in the depressed brain of a battered spouse who carries early childhood trauma and lives an isolated life of misery, is the same as what happens in the brain of someone who "has it all", yet is depressed. For a lot of people, changing their situation will be part of curing (or coping with) depression. Side note: We need endorfines and it's ok if they are switched on by things that come from a box. If that's what helps, that's what helps.

[@hannekezijlmans6578]

@@krabz9390 Then don't listen to him, or let him make you laugh. He doesn't seem to care and neither should you.

[@malakf69]

Depression is when you lose interest in life nothing can make you happy nothing can bring you joy you feel sad all the time without knowing the reason. You feel like you are tied down You can’t move even though your brain is telling you to.my heart goes to all those who struggle with depression know that you are not alone and that your existence makes a difference🤍🕊️

[@ifwecouldvote]

I think its different for everyone. My depression was extreme dissasociation. I never felt sad. I would have loved that feeling. At least feeling sad would have made me feel human or alive. I felt only fear and hopelessness. I was sure things would never get better as sure as I was that water was wet. It made me tired, lethargic, sick. My brain was constantly playing tricks on me, to the point I saw and heard things that looking back were clearly not true. It truly is an illness and if you've never had it you don't understand.

[@Banzo_]

Those are symptoms. Carrey is explaining the cause of depression.

[@shadowmime-zeroatrop]

Melancholic

[@LaneyandherGermanShepherds]

I was like that for 3 years 😢I healed by starting with cold showers than the keto diet . I have days where I feel I going back because of my kidney defect bit I don't give up anymore.

[@deborahrotondo7792]

Oh my, that's what I am experiencing lately. I would love to rest from the life I am having now, I feel like something is really missing in my life, I turn to God and it helps for awhile, but then it doesn't.

[@allentastic]

Holy crap this is one of the most eloquently succinct ways I’ve ever heard depression described… Jim is too real for this world.

[@Ephesians-ts8ze]

🤦He’s a Hollywood puppet. He’s tickling your ears

[@wisdomfox857]

​@@Ephesians-ts8ze these people sure are idiots they're the type to say oh my God his so similar to me

[@pryncess-khousen975]

@@Ephesians-ts8zeno he’s not🙄 he speak out against hollywood every chance he gets which is why he left the industry.

[@Ephesians-ts8ze]

@@pryncess-khousen975 you have no clue how controlled opposition works. “The best way to control the opposition is to lead it ourselves.” ~Vladimir Lenin

[@Daddy-ep8ng]

​@Ephesians-ts8ze we've found our pedophile obsessed Qanon patriot!! Thank you for giving us even more examples of mental illness/conspiracy theory combo. This is another thing in today's world that has detrimental effects on entire families, including mine. Qanon has destroyed so many....

[@sheilawalsh4104]

Such a strength of character to speak so honestly about this devastating disease that no one understand unless it affects you. Thank you for sharing your truth with us, you are making the world a better place

[@yvettegomez4588]

Jim, if your ever get to this read I just want you to know I have a high respect for you. I can tell you’ve been through the ringer and just because your famous doesn’t mean your not human. Thanks for just being real and talking about real things. Things that really are deep and matter. Keeping it real is the best a person can be. God bless you Jim and take care of yourself. Love ya.

[@grant3933]

Hey, it's Jim. I know it has been a while but I was just scrolling through random videos and happened on your comment. Thank you for the kind words. Best regards, J C

[@yearofthekat44]

Jim I love you. Deep, brilliant, sensitive, real.

[@HLOFloZ]

😌Yes indeed! Thank you Jim for all your fantastic acting and joy you have brought to many who appreciate & love you! 👍💗🔥 God bless you Jim! Continue to seek freedom & be blessed with a stress free life & trust God as He will guide you to contentment & freedom in Christ Jesus! 👍🔥💗🌞 Amen!!

[@paulinecampbell4508]

Thanks Jim for all the laughs you've given to us thro film 🎥 God bless 🙌 you and your family xxx love ❤️ 😍 UK

[@Rich-ku9tv]

His depiction of how depression truly feels is spot on

[@TrishRyan-ey8go]

Word

[@rikardlalic7275]

The best definition of depression I've ever heard...

[@virnnawilliams72]

Absolutely 💯 👏🏽 👏🏽

[@tobybigham4196]

Except that depression is actually a very common biological response to stress. And how we handle this depression and the things we do to solve it define how long it lasts, and how much of our life it affects. Personally, I think the worst way to deal with it is drugs. All you are doing is attempting to block symptoms this way. But without taking steps to remove that stress out of our lives, you will be a victim of your stress forever!

[@priestinc11]

Rehab - "It Don't Matter" It might not be your type of music but at least read the lyrics. Nails it in every way

[@Wrestlelesson]

When the body and soul are not in a agreement anymore you start to fall Jim Carrey is right 👍🏽

[@kabodick]

@@tobybigham4196exactly right!! The ‘deep rest’ suggestion is good advice. Also, not ruminating on the problem. That just keeps it active in the mind.

[@natalienorring8931]

Honest, humble and human. I love this man ❤

[@Warsign01]

I'm glad he has found some peace. He sure brought a lot of joy through his acting.

[@Jaquelines_journey]

“Deep-rest from character you’re trying to play” So true. Losing our identity is the worst & best thing than can happen to us.

[@tanyaclouse8354]

So seriously, I have suffered from depression for many many years. I think I got myself out of it, finally at 45 I had some sort of awakening but now I just cry and yell. Like WTF is wrong with me. I feel anger not sadness.

[@lindapowell917]

@@tanyaclouse8354 me too, the anger comes cyclically, so I think both have something to do with the hormonal system, thyroid?...but since SSRI's don't work for me, I'm just stuck. Trying breathing techniques and meditation and cannabis. It never goes away but mostly I can function and I'm close to the end of my life at 80 so I'm about to be relieved of the lifetime of depression/rage

[@pwilson6439]

@@tanyaclouse8354 Have you sought HELP ? You are not ALONE.

[@Angel-gp6tx]

Best?

[@jamesvancam]

​@Angel-gp6tx Maybe if someone identifies as a narcissist it's best to let go of that identity? Then a new character will come out of that deep rest? Idk...I tried to make sense of that as well too

[@PervyOldToadSage]

When I'm depressed. What gives me deep rest is the rain. Being out in the rain, seeing how lush and dank nature becomes around me. And feeling as if the world is crying all around me.

[@ienjoyasmr]

I am the exact same. Any time it rains I’m outside sitting and listening to the rain. I’ll walk around a bit and feel the raindrops hit the skin of my arms and run down it, its extremely therapeutic.

[@scorpionwins6378]

@@ienjoyasmr I love rainy days, especially if you're lucky enough to not have to be at work. A perfect time to wrap up in a blanket and a good book, enjoy coffee, and most importantly, SLEEP 😴

[@RyanLopez-dp7vs]

Yes,,, I love the rain !! I feel I am one with it, we are both crying and letting out what was suffocating us.

[@grabec3]

Is that still depression or is it sadness? Because you all said when i am.. i think depression is a longer state that last till you change something?

[@PervyOldToadSage]

@@grabec3 Well I've been diagnosed with depressed by multiple professionals, and have struggled with it since I was young due to childhood trauma and inherited mental illness.

[@denawalker3159]

I love him!! So smart

[@wiltchamberlainisthegoat13]

Jim Carrey is TRULY an international treasure. His comedy has been so therapeutic for so many.

[@jimnewcombe7584]

Thank you for shouting the word "truly", otherwise we'd have suspected your sentiment was insincere.

[@cassiepittman1489]

Well said !:)💫i've always been a huge fan of Jim Carrey✌️💙🤩

[@MsSweetpea1958]

I have to admit, I didn't like Jim Carrey, but the last few years I really like who he's become. On the other hand, I didn't like who I was for may years, now I like who I've become! He's right about the resting. When you've gone through years of Hell, when you climb out one of the best things you can do is rest, a lot.

[@ac7438]

Lloyd Christmas

[@wisdomfox857]

Did the children of pistsen island find Jim Carrey therapeutic when he was there?

[@NatashaJassel]

I have absolutely no idea how he managed to explain that complicated scenario and manages to generously give it a comfortable aim . God bless jim 🙌 ❤

[@CHAOSTACTICAL]

He explained it so simple but exact. Im grateful that I made it out of that place. When you're in it it feel permanent

[@TheForgotme]

my husband calls that despair

[@Green_Justice5389]

Jim Carrey is my comfort actor.

[@Mikomido5]

I may have experienced a form of depression once when I was sick. It felt like a hollowness in my soul. Felt empty and didn’t care about anything. When I became healthy again, I realized how dark of a place I was due to how sick I was. I appreciate all the ups and downs happiness and sadness and the ebbs and flows of life now.

[@LaurenceWoolcott]

true, he talks a lot of sense

[@scottgresham6759]

I've had 6 serious 6-12 months depression episodes, including soul crushing suicidal depression. My message to sufferers out there is - Your life is important, more important than you think. Don't give up hope, there is light at the end of the tunnel regardless of your age, health profile, etc. Unfortunately we live in.a selfish business world that doesn't have much patience for mental ill-health.

[@lindaschultz7900]

Beautifully said! New Zealand and America are the only two countries with pharmaceutical commercials. There are more of those damn commercials everyday. We have DOCTORS for reason. Pure big pharma greed!!!!

[@janetpattison8474]

I know a few things about suicide, because it kind of runs in my family…affecting My uncle, my grandmother, my son and my sister. Believe me, I have wished that it was a way out, but, newsflash, it’s not. Anyone who does it typically returns to a new lifetime very quickly. Starting over might sound ok, but the problem is, by doing an act of self-destruction, difficult karma must be carried into that new life. My sister was back within six months & She announced to the family in a dream the circumstances of her reincarnation. Indeed, we have thousands of lifetimes. We are eternal. There’s a lot more to know about the downside of ending it early, but I will stop there.

[@MariaCascalheira-sh9eq]

Me !!!!

[@ingoelds]

Thanks for this

[@Gidgetwaterbear000]

Thank you​@@janetpattison8474

[@WGARVA]

I have tremendous respect for this individual.

[@lindazhang8004]

yes sir~~~

[@XxHarmony63Xx]

As do I

[@pex_the_unalivedrunk6785]

anti-vaccers are the best kind of people. they don't follow the sheeple of the flock, they are the GOAT!

[@MsVaughnTV]

I do too

[@CarolLaShomb]

Very wise.

[@Mary-cb9ld]

And your contribution to the world will forever be for the good of those that fight their own depression. Thank you sir for this truth for everyday people 🫡 so down to earth but out of this world at the same time...

[@home_eck]

It's like you've lived for others, then your real self starts to come through. It's painful and hard but it is a strong message that you've lived for others for a long time.

[@jakepb27]

This is wrong. Living selfishly is never the answer. People are just giving themselves to the wrong shit.

[@jarkachalmovianska7812]

​@@jakepb27 first you need to have in order to give

[@jakepb27]

@@jarkachalmovianska7812 not items or money. Love, patience, grace wisdom, hope, time, effort, empathy, strength, etc.

[@FEED_ME_A_STRAY_CAT]

It feels disorienting for sure

[@FEED_ME_A_STRAY_CAT]

​@@jakepb27some people do need to be more selfish sometimes, they have trouble setting boundaries or looking out for their own well-being

[@CatherineThackray]

To all of you deep resting l send my love and warm sunshine 🌞

[@a.e-mann8576]

Doesn’t help. 🤷🏼

[@CatherineThackray]

@@a.e-mann8576 sorry to here that but for all that it dose help 😀

[@tammiepulley7167]

Thanks for the love.

[@kurtsakslsvideosaks9185]

Thank you😊

[@ikadee4923]

Thank you! 🥹

[@Thefreckledfacedhippie]

I was in a deep dark depression for all of 2022 and 2023 after an accident and multiple surgeries as a result. The constant pain left me broken. I didn't even know it was happening. I cut off my beautiful long hair and dyed what was left bright blue. I sank deep into alcoholism. Everyone around me saw me sinking deeper and deeper and in the end I was left abandoned by everyone I thought loved me. When I stopped drinking and started my healing, only then did my depression start to lift and I then realize what I had been going through. People, this can happen to anyone. Most of us have pushed ourselves to hard and ignored our issues for far too long and we eventually burn out. Get help if your feeling low for more than about 3-4 days. It's OK to be sad about something for a few days, but prolonged sadness is not good and could indicate you are having a deeper issue. Health and happiness for all ❤

[@NAT20Ashes]

I’m so happy you are doing better I am trying so hard to and it’s just not happening

[@Thefreckledfacedhippie]

@NAT20Ashes I will pray for you. If you are able to, get out and walk in the sunshine. The sun and air will help take the darkness away. Ask for help. You are not alone, and you are loved! You are stronger than you know. You just have to believe that.

[@helenaBeau]

@@Thefreckledfacedhippie good advice. Getting out into the outdoors is powerful. Even better when it’s quiet because instead of thinking about everything that’s loud in your head the sound of nature silences it best.

[@Thefreckledfacedhippie]

@helenaBeau yes exactly. Fortunately, I live in almond orchards, and I have spent countless hours walking the tree lines. Those trees have lifted so much weight off my shoulders. I truly believe there is no other way of finding peace other than with mother nature.

[@RickBober]

Good for you. I'm dealing with this for more than 30 years. And in my case there's no help. Just acceptance but I can't accept

[@BronwynneBessette-v7s]

I love and care for you so much, Jim. I don’t know if it matters but you being you has helped so many people and helps so many just today. Literally, today. Born in TO but now just an ordinary American girl. I needed to hear this & see you today. Sincere thanks. Your friend.🌿🙏

[@Patrick-zr8tv]

Not to mention it goes beyond what many people think of depression. Depression isn't just being sas all the time. It's a physiological condition that is genuinely physically present in your body. It's not just of the mind even though thats where the problem lies.

[@visionvixxen]

Almost like a painful hibernation

[@DeliaFernandez-t1u]

❤ True. It also affects us physically.

[@mareepearce1345]

Ahh beautiful soul that you are, Jim Carey Thankyou for your wise words. 😊❤

[@patrikpass2962]

Atleast thats what the medication vendors want you to think.

[@Patrick-zr8tv]

@@patrikpass2962 I've never heard of someone thinking depression is a conspiracy theory. That's wild.

[@danielslittlesis]

When my brother died at 38, I experinced exactly this. Time stood still until I recognized and accepted that I will never be the same. I cant wait to see you again, Cubby.

[@kristinasekacova9082]

My boyfriend died 10 months ago due to a sudden heart attack! First we’re just pure hell, all consuming grief! I wanted to die ..I wanted to disappear! I decided I have no choice than live this life but there is such a deep sadness inside me, like going through motion! Wondering if it will ever disappear or I need to accept it as a part of myself!! I am sorry for your loss!

[@danielslittlesis]

@@kristinasekacova9082 - I'm so sorry for your loss. Truly sorry! 🙏 Like you, we lost him suddenly. Losing a loved one suddenly or who was young is traumatic. Reading about traumatic grief and grief brain has helped me better understand my feelings of despair. I'm sorry you're having to endure such pain. My hope is you find peace in your memories of him and the love you shared. 🩷 Wishing you the utmost strength.🙏 May he rest in peace.🕊️

[@shireenhendricks2194]

Been there too😢hope you happy again🎉❤

[@Cali_90s]

time has been still for me since 2013. i have become a cave dweller. i haven't felt the sunshine even in the summer.

[@cahlendavidson2921]

🙏

[@hman2875]

As someone who suffered from depression I think it’s a perfect way to put it

[@MarissahXoxo]

Pdd here 😢

[@amandaadrienne837]

Depression can feel like it haunts you. But you CAN get better. Don't give up on yourself! You are worth being happy and healthy! There is help and support out there!

[@SusanZimmermann]

Deep rest ......agreed Healing prayers

[@okinawasdojo4103]

Amen.

[@tanyabaker4809]

Tears...such an accurate description. Resting from the facade... So good.

[@JAGtheTrekkieGEMINI1701]

Damn this "Your Body does not like the Avatar you've created" hits HARD!

[@soulrebel2709]

❤

[@browneyes-k8o]

Waw that hit hard. I think as an adult we have this avatar at least I do. It's exhausting.

[@normaroxy5705]

This is very hard. Nobody actually knows the real me. They see that stupid Avatar, the unreal image that I created. So lonely as I think nobody likes me. They like my Avatar.

[@judyc8300]

Love that too.Eye opening and can be accepted 😊

[@MC4TWT]

​@@normaroxy5705 best thing I ever did was stop caring about other people's opinions. I don't have any social media that has real life connections, so all my friends have to contact me through text or phone calls. We're not seeing highlights of each other's lives all the time, so we have great stories to tell each other every time we talk and there isn't as much competition or jealousy brewing while you're apart. Sometimes we forget what makes our relationships special when we watch our friends from a distance. All I need to know is how they treat me. But I don't feel like I ever have anything to prove. I'm perfectly happy with who I am and if someone doesn't like it, that's on them. I probably wouldn't get along with them anyways if they don't like my real self. You won't please everyone and you shouldn't try to either.

[@pc7239]

You are exactly right about that deep rest! That’s how you heal. And without it, you really don’t heal. So if you’re lucky enough to get the rest for however long your body tells you, do it! It works for me❣️

[@coolramone]

When you get depression friends and family will tell you stuff like, “Don’t let it slow you down, just snap out of it.” That’s like telling a man with a broken leg, “Don’t let that keep you from walking.”

[@adrienferreira4666]

Sadly, a lot of people do exactly that. They go to great lengths to not let anybody know they’re really miserable inside and they go through their day acting normal because they can’t not take care of their children or not go to work. Until eventually they have a massive meltdown or worse.

[@aussiejewels]

Or telling a dying man to cheer up!...

[@marieporter6631]

What response would you provide to someone with depression instead?

[@coolramone]

@@marieporter6631 See a doctor/psychiatrist and get counseling. Also pray and find what makes you feel better. While pouring my heart out to God, it felt like He told me, Don’t worry about yourself so much but try to bless others. So I became a bit of an extrovert. If I saw someone quiet and alone I would try to bless them by asking them questions like “How are you doing?” And truly listen and interact, engage, connect, be empathic, seek to understand his or her situation. I would also seek to inject appropriate humor into the conversation. By blessing others I was blessed in return and that helped me recover.

[@Wookinpanub235]

They’re the same people that tell you things after you wife dies from cancer like “I’m here if you need me.” Or let me know if you need anything.” Then they never return your text or call. Eff them

[@johnboy6594]

The best definition of what Depression feels like, I heard from Comedian Sarah Silverman. "you feel homesick, but your home."

[@tb3thankyou6659]

yes, because this world is not our real home...if you read and understand the bible you will understand what I mean...and things aren't going to get better, but worse and worse, so thanks God Jesus is coming back very soon to finish all the evil and pain finally... we need the real rest that comes only from God-hope everybody will realize it and try to have it for themselves...let's humble ourselves, pray and read the bible everyday, so that we can be saved when Jesus comes soon...it is our own choice to make- it's either good/God or evil/satan, there is no middle ground ...

[@donoh3909]

OMG… I feel that way ALL THE TIME! When I was younger, I realized whenever I’m stressed and depressed, which is often, I get this explosive feeling where my mind is yelling out, “I just wanna go home!” I have long wondered why I felt like that. I’ve dissected it in so many different ways.

[@lilianarestrepo5024]

​@@donoh3909and what are your conclusions? For me is like going home to that place we go after we die. Where everything is peaceful and just great. No stress, no pressure, no troubles. That is the home I think we all miss during our lives and experiences as humans

[@anjalE30]

You feel homesick, cause someone else is in your home, and has u bound Demonic spirits

[@deel42]

@@anjalE30how do you cleanse

[@AuntieSocial702]

Who would have thought we'd get so much wisdom from Jim back in the day. "I used to feel i was a guy experiencing the universe, now im the universe experiencing a guy" We are all made of it all. Experiencing it all.

[@carolmaplesden916]

Thats not wisdom That's his dumb azz waking up

[@frankkennedy6388]

Honestly, I know a place where that quote would fit in a very funny context!😂

[@dortenzio1803]

Explaining depression is extremely difficult…even ppl who supposedly love ❤️ me consistently ask “what happened or why” His explanation of sadness related to happenstance is very helpful. Hugs to fellow depression survivors

[@HildeAzul]

I have never felt such an accurate description of depression.

[@ellengrace4609]

I truly love Jim. I’m not much of a celebrity follower, but I’ve seen bits and pieces of candid interviews over the years and I’ve grown to have tremendous respect for him. I also think he’s one of the most talented actors I’ve ever seen, but it is “behind the scenes Jim” that most captures my attention.

[@alyssstout8112]

Yes, Jim is spot on about this. Excellent!!❤

[@AngelaWalker-uj5uf]

Yes I'm was like Wow that's me! And this helped me a lot!!!!

[@I_Drank_WHAT_TTV]

Same

[@andreabobbette825]

This is a little different but I once heard a lady explain her depression really well. She ended with, "when people ask why am I depressed because the world has so much beauty. I say why do you have asthma the world had so much air". It just made something click in me to understand depression better. ❤

[@danae2882]

Jim, I hope you read this. You gave me so many happy moments for the last 30 years. I admire your ability to transmit your vision of funny. You are a genius ❤

[@grandma460]

Love this comment. Thank you 💚💚💚

[@rgr2581]

Sorry, but he isn't reading comments from a random channel making clips of him

[@AbigailMarsolee]

He won’t lol

[@firstlast-gn5bo]

Exactly what he said he can’t be anymore, that avatar.🤔

[@bvallerina]

I truly admire people who can talk about their depression and not get swept away in the feelings of sadness. That sh- takes over my BODY.

[@nowonmetube]

You can be so depressed that you almost can't cry anymore, because you're so used to that depressed state and suppressed all these negative feelings and emotions.

[@jool4867]

@nowonmetube after 20 something years of being depressed. I feel weird when I wake up some days and I’m not depressed. Depression almost becomes the standard.

[@bvallerina]

@@jool4867 I couldn’t agree more 👏🏽

[@bvallerina]

@@nowonmetube so true. By then I’m just numb.

[@IsabelleSt.Pierre-q2n]

I’m clinically depressed. For the past 20 years, I’ve been battling my demons. It’s a struggle everyday, trying to make excuses to stay alive. Thank you Jim, for such a wonderful expression. I’ll try to keep that in mind.

[@Siriuslyyy]

I love him for being open about depression for years. I relate to him a lot and respect him so much

[@tpocain]

"...your body saying, 'f**k you, I don't want to be this character anymore...'" This is PERFECT! Thank you, Jim!💖

[@feelsreals]

Never skip Jim Carey..what a beautiful, wise soul ❤

[@carefulpilgrim]

We love you, Jim. The Lord will bring you through.

[@spiritualtaurus7942]

This happened to me, I wasted my late 20s and most of my 30s seriously depressed. The feeling Jim described was perfect and I could never put it into words, when feeling suicidal this is how I felt. I wanted to quit my character roll. I hated myself and could never find the light but know that I'm much better the past 3 years, I had a spiritual awakening during 2020.🙏🏻 I was saved when I stopped trying to be the character people expected me to be and became the one God asked me to be, myself.

[@tsills931]

Same here friend I went through this then god told me to be myself .

[@kbkgray]

This is one of the most profound takes on depression I've ever heard. Acting as though everything is okay all the time is exhausting. It's okay to take time to collapse and reset. Remembering how to simply breathe and exist is essential.

[@cappidonohew3132]

What you are speaking of is a real thing. But that's not depression.

[@amygodward4472]

I always thought of depression as us deceiving our souls and robbing ourselves of our true fate. Every time I've had depression, it was always set right (over time) by changing my location and starting a new lifestyle. Don't get shamed by people telling you you're running away.

[@47redtop]

Depressed most of my life from at least 5 years old. The impact on my life is impossible to quantify as who would i have been without it, what would i have done? I've no way of knowing. It helps immensely when others speak of it as it lessens shame and isolation. I appreciate others' wisdom gained from their own experience of it. Now, as i reach the last episode(s) of my life, i begin to treat myself as an old friend who needs kindness and gentleness more than self recriminations for my perception of less than. Blessings to all ❤

[@timberwolfdtproductions3890]

Be good to yourself.

[@LTakaisis]

You could also benefit from meds and therapy, idk what I'd do without either.

[@moongirl786]

Wow, that treating yourself as an old friend who needs kindness really hits home for me. Good description, much respect

[@stevieo2716]

nicely said

[@mindsquall]

But do you agree with what he says? Genuinely curious.

[@inkedmomblu1510]

As someone who suffers from severe depression, I have not heard such an accurate description of depression as his description

[@treanthony9831]

I have severe Depression as well. It's not a joke.

[@inkedmomblu1510]

@@treanthony9831 literally no joke. And nobody could possibly understand how brutal it is. Nobody could understand the actual physical affects and symptoms. I don’t wish it on any normal human. I’m sorry you also struggle. I hope you have more good days than bad. Sending you so much support and loving energy.

[@marycampbell466]

I’m so glad I came across this video as depression keeps me away from phone , I want to suffer in silence and I don’t answer my phone to anyone . It’s no joke as previous comment said .

[@inkedmomblu1510]

@@marycampbell466 you are not alone my friend. I am sorry you also suffer from the cruelty of depression. I truly hope it lifts and allows you to have a better life.

[@georgeburns8447]

Calm down, Skippy.

[@rpmartin2485]

I don’t struggle with depression, I struggle with reality

[@janedoe6704]

Right! My depression is working exactly how its supposed to work. I'm not dysfunctional for being depressed about depressing things. My brain is working exactly how its supposed to and the people telling me I am sick are really the sick ones.

[@whatsgoingon4]

I struggle with both

[@2CheekyRabbits]

Capital R “reality” IS deep rest, joy, peace and love. Now, MAYA (what I think you’re calling Reality) is, by it’s very nature, that illusion which *can* (and often does) depress people - including me. It’s only been in providing myself 2 years of deep rest that I’ve gained clarity and understand things - and myself - a lot better. Kriya yoga meditation is a game changer for me.

[@WetbackNoSetback]

My therapist ask if im feeling suicidal, i say whats the difference between being suicidal & being addicted to Substances or overconsumption of fast foods? The whole world know whats wrong & right & has chosen wrong, we normalize suicide by alcohol & caffeine all the time, we offer people a soda when they come over like we hate them, here have this poison, so whats suicidal? Because living life as is customary is suicidal & not one person says they have a problem just because they are doing it quietly

[@Fuzz82]

Depressed people tend to have a very good feeling of reality.

[@Lovercoffee]

That’s such an interesting take. Whenever I feel blue or kinda down, I like to listen to a pastor David Jeremiah on KZbin. He’s voice is so calm and smoothing and his message gives my spirit hope.

[@akronakron4352]

I was just thinking about this the other day, about who we were as kids and who we are now. We can't even recognise ourselves. And some of you may say that's because we're adults now, but that's not it. I think we've been told so many times throughout our lives that we should be like this or like that -- that we literally can't remember where we starded from as individuals, and haven't got a lot of chances to be ourselves and experience ourselves in this life. So yes, people who are depressed are feeling that they lost control of their life a long time ago. That's what I believe. And if that is the case, they should know that they have the power to take it back anytime! So, Jim's friend is right, Deep Rest from being someone else who you don't even recognise, and starting being connected with your inner true self is the answer!

[@williammoraesdossantos7957]

recently i've received a really terrible news, it got me shaking, traumatic. While i was shaking in horror, i remember the pain when depression hitted the hardest and thought, with certainty, that the feeling i was experiencing couldn't even compare to the pain of depression. It actually made me feel grateful and relieved that I don't have to deal with that anymore (considering i had to deal with that pain at least once a week). You cannot explain how horrible it is

[@spiritdeer4687]

A huge, emotional blow to our mind immediately hits our soul to the very core… Oftentimes our body buckles under the weight of the blow and adrenaline rushes to every cell, trying to keep us alive. It’s as much physical as it is emotional. ((HUG❤))

[@FirstRealAmerican]

Jim has always been a good person and respected.

[@Robin-un8yf]

Jim is a great actor, love his movies. Make some more movies Jim we need you.❤

[@deeamel9879]

Pls keep happy and healthy Mr. Jim Carrey, you worth it both. Love you, sending big hugs🤗🤗🤗🫶

[@aylex1974]

Exactly and that’s why you must be YOU and be your best friend and don’t be scared to be alone with yourself

[@pjmurphy920]

So very true what you say!

[@4WECO]

Thank you !

[@BlueIdiotPie]

Depression is your body saying “I don’t wanna be this character anymore” absolutely changed my (abysmal) brain chemistry

[@ghalia7684]

ikr that hit me

[@granitesevan6243]

Modern life is making people depressed. It takes away genuine human bonds and replaces it with an empty individualism that we're all supposed to accept as normal

[@katbow5922]

Oh yes, you are exactly right. Does anyone have family sitting down to dinner anymore? 😢

[@granitesevan6243]

@@katbow5922 That's a good example. I really hope that families still make that effort. Another one is the death of pub culture here in the UK. Drinking isn't a healthy habit, necessarily, but sitting in an environment of sociability and interacting with people is truly human. The youngsters who can afford to go to pubs now just keep themselves to their little tables and look on sociability with fear and suspicion. Enough to make this middle-aged chap sad...

[@whyamIaraccoon]

And resting is passé, except maybe climbing Mount Everest, that's the kind of "rest" that's barely acceptable

[@granitesevan6243]

@@whyamIaraccoon If you're not "thriving", then it's down to your own frailty; it's certainly not because you're pursuing someone else's dream uncritically. How inspiring our culture of soft authoritarianism is...

[@vidaacheampong2563]

That's very true 😔

[@Evankayden-z7y]

I remember few years back after my wife died, I was left alone with 3 kids. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with bipolar. Not until a friend recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment changed my life for better. I can proudly say i'm totally clean for 6 years and still counting. Always look to nature for solution to tough problems, Shrooms are phenomenal.

[@Morrisbraga-jm9lc]

I love hearing great life changing stories like this. I want to become a mycologist because honestly mushrooms are the best form of medicine (most especially the psychedelic ones) There are so many people today used magic mushrooms to ween off of SSRI medication- its amazing! Years back i wrote an entire essay about psychedelics. they saved you from death buddy, lets be honest here.

[@ErnestoHorner88]

Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏

[@CathieGomez-mp8sk]

Sure of Pedroshrooms

[@canerbakar-jv2si]

I'm so very happy for you mate, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.

[@EdwardJacob-x8o]

Can I reach this dude through Google?

[@angelagentry562]

So true…I remember my time of ‘Deep Rest’ in my early 30’s for at least 4-6 years were I had to dig deep and re-set my life.

[@pb3382]

How did you manage it? What steps did you take and how do you feel now? Thank you.

[@krabz9390]

that's not depression

[@ihanak8814]

did you have sex?

[@ThisLilLife]

This is me right now

[@carmagurl317]

​@@ThisLilLifeme too, and as a usually very lively and active person it sure feels odd 😩 good luck to you !

[@LittleHobbit13]

This reminds me of a quote I once saw on Tumblr that's lived rent free in my head ever since, which said "There are two types of tired: one is a dire need of sleep, and the other is a dire need of peace." Carrey's comment about "depression is a need for deep rest" feels incredibly similar and I'm here for it.

[@UnknownHumanOnline]

Which one is it ? Depression I mean ?

[@bramvanduijn8086]

@@UnknownHumanOnline Peace. Though a lack of sleep definitely makes it a lot worse.

[@juliegogola4647]

I have always liked Jim Carrey's ability to be funny but not lame. He's actually funny, unlike many so called funnymen. But, we see here that it isn't always easy to play the funny guy.

[@PartsUnknownn]

Serving others is a good way to feel better. Volunteering and giving of your time and your self in service of other human beings lifts up the soul, boosts your self worth, and increases gratitude.

[@sarahlaslett3279]

I've heard that so many times and it often serves only to re-inforce what many judge to be the cause of depression. In some cases it may be relevant but for many it is not. As someone who has given the most part of my life serving others both in and outside of my working life and looked after relatives, I know the running battle with depression I've had has little or nothing to do with lack of service or thought or care towards others. I don't begrudge any of it.. Am I saying I"m perfect?. No way !. Having said all this there was a period of depression in my late teens for which a determination to love others no matter what they thought of me, did greatly help and thereafter I thought I was an authority on the subject of depression. I was not - as later episodes of a different kind of depression were to prove. What has kept me going through it all was an encounter with Christ and thereafter a resolute faith in Him. He has sustained me through this running battle with depression and I often have the upper hand. Why I have not been completely healed I don't know but I do know Him and I do know that my ongoing struggle has given me empathy with others and also there have been and still are times of deep appreciation of any form of goodness and beauty.

[@AustinJanssen-g5o]

Jim Carrey is so wise and successful, he is by far my most favorite comedy actor. Thank you for sharing these words!

[@sandrastyers6443]

Deep rest thank you for this.

[@annetteljungberg2912]

Spot on Darling Jim Carrey ❤ I’m a psykiatric nurse and this is exactly what we advices ppl to have….a deep ~ rest….AMEN to that. What an impeccabile way of explayning depression. God bless you from Denmark 🇩🇰

[@tonykokk]

Pretending to be who we aren't and can never be, is what exhaustion is!

[@cheryllynn3474]

FR

[@kimlorraine369]

🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ well maybe we can be one day

[@kimlorraine369]

❤ you are so right about what the exhaustion is

[@shesadreamer22]

Yep, this is what then causes the social isolation.

[@tonykokk]

Truth says we are ONE! Ego, who we aren't, says we are separate! Defending that lie is the cause of all suffering! That includes the origins of embarrassment and insecurity! Why would we feel insecurity defending lies? Is it because we know the truth? Is it because WE ARE the truth? Fear suggests we all know what NOW is about!

[@arbi4039]

I went to a closed clinic to work on this. One of the best choices ive ever made. I was locked in for 7 weeks and couldnt run from my problems, while they were putting them right into my face (mixed with a healthy balance of love) 10 hours a day. Really gave me perspective on how many problems i had with the way i viewed the world and my own unhealthy behavior. For example feeling attacked when receiving healthy feedback and acting like the world is about to end. Never asking for help because i felt i needed to be able to handle life on my own all the time. Constantly being afraid of what people think about me and trying to predict how people think of me in the moment and adjusting my character to suit their needs. Once i decided to see these issues and learn that i didnt need them anymore and can just say thank you to feedback and be myself and let someone tell me if they are annoyed instead of predicting, etc etc. Thats when life started becoming more beatiful. I can be vulnerable now, i dont have to hold up big lies anymore, i can make life simple in my mind. I can now wake up and be thankful that i brushed my teeth and took a shower.

[@Steve-iv1uh]

Never seen jim carry look like that before- and somehow it just makes me appreciate him even more and understand his pain and feel a real empathy with him.

[@normaroxy5705]

He said it well and correctly. Even in my brain, something changed and responded. This is very accurate. Deeply unhappy people with depression are forced to wear masks, pretend, smile and force themselves to live like everyone else. The body is depleted and life becomes more and more difficult. And we begin to dream of a vacation, somewhere in the wilderness, far from everyone, but at the same time we live here and with great difficulty we get up in the morning, put on a mask and go to work, but the body wants rest and everything hurts. I really need that deep rest but I cannot afford it - have to pay my bills sliding deeper and deeper into depression.

[@2004cyrus]

I’m sorry that you are dealing with this. I feel all of the things you describe and it’s a huge added daily complication. Do you think faith in God will help us?

[@melissaostrihon1781]

He never leaves nor forsakes us even when we're walking through the valley of the shadow of death. Been there. On the other side there is healing and peace. You have to go through it. There is no around it. But there is help and you're never alone. 🙏🏼

[@normaroxy5705]

@2004cyrus I dont believe in God but I think he (if he exists) will never help. I met many people with depression. They are all good people with kind loving hearts, they did nothing wrong so why would God give them depression and hurt them so hard for so long. Nothing helps. I went to see psychotherapists, tons of pills, was in a hospital for a month... I understood I should help myself. This is when I created a mask for people to see. They all think that Im strong, funny, smart and kind. They know that I must help them all. Nobody ever gave me a helping hand. I am depleted and exhausted how, my body is falling apart and my life too. Weekends... My time to stay in bed, time to be myself and kiss my dogs. Tomorrow I will lift myself and go to work, waiting for Friday. Very sad useless life. My dogs and my will power are holding me. I wish you to find your strength, open a real yourself to the world and still be loved.💖💖💖

[@suzannewilliams1959]

I lived with chronic depression all my life. I accepted Jesus into my life at 44 and that was the beginning of my healing journey. I'm now 56 and free of depression. Healed by Gods precious love. He doesn't give us depression but he can heal us from it. It's nice waking up with hope and peace. The same can happen for you if you're willing to accept Jesus into your heart and life. God is real and loves you more than you could ever imagine. You matter and have a purpose. Sending love and prayers to you. ❤

[@normaroxy5705]

I am so happy for you that you found something that helped. I am sure it is my problem and help is inside me. I am living and even smiling but it is that Avatar created by me. I have depression since 1969 and I know the reason. I was a rejected child that nobody wanted. My mom died when I was 8 and since nobody loved me. I used to grow alone and now Im still alone -3 times widow. But I still hope that one day I will meet somebody who will know, understand and love me. I am happy for you. Really. But it is not my path...💖💖💖Sending lots of love to you💖💖💖

[@brianlong9566]

Depression is a MF. 41 yrs old my first bout with it. 2 close friends died within 4 months,i read both the eulogies. That was sadness. Depression set in after and i havent been able to get its grip off me. Its some serious shit i dont think the world pays enough attn. Thank you jim, wise words

[@johnfairweather9188]

He is right on. My wife wanted me to go on anti-depressants at one point. I explained to her that I was upset at some things that had happened, and didn’t think my whole life was bad. Our family doctor agreed with me and did not recommend any medication.

[@638g]

"Truer words have never been spoken."

[@LiselotteBeauchampet]

Thank you, yes thats so true

[@worldsgreatestimpressionis6462]

Do the research he needs to stay in his lane

[@638g]

@@worldsgreatestimpressionis6462 stay in his lane, priceless from someone who refers to himself as "the world's greatest " of anything 🤣

[@worldsgreatestimpressionis6462]

@@638g I wish you were making sense. I am an accomplished impressionist and teacher ( my lanes). Had I taken to KZbin and discourses on Brain surgery I would be out of my lane 😂

[@krabz9390]

It's adorable to see Hollywood idiots talk absolute nonsense and have people in complete awe. What he said was absolute garbage and made no sense. Why would someone as disconnected from reality like an actor have any actual knowledge on psychological matters. What's next, we are going to take relationship advice from Will Smith!?

[@AmyPavese]

WOW, that was a good description of depression.

[@krabz9390]

not really, no

[@Rayculdio]

Very good

[@mitalenfai]

yes i think something similar...when we are depressed, we are under deep press

[@theman0070]

@@mitalenfaior what about deep ress ion. Because ions have to be involved somehow…

[@SupremeLadyofDarkness28]

I once read somewhere that depression was like "being in a box, underwater". I can't explain it but that's exactly how I've felt it.

[@mordecaiissad8529]

I liked who i was. Right before my depressive episode hit i spent 2,5 blissful years happiest ive ever been. It was literally the happiest and most confident I've been in my life. Then i started feeling restless, easily impatient, struggled focusing, lack of direction. After a few months it started turning into anxiety, avoidance and feeling numb and then a full depressive episode. I loved who i was, i miss her, this character, the anxiety ridden, paranoia soaked brain, thats slow and tired im tired of.

[@blainemitchell]

For me depression beats me down both mentally and physically. It's a level of tired you can't really describe. I just don't want to do anything, and I enjoy nothing. I also find it harder to breathe. I also find that it can be triggered by some of the smallest events that happen. If you've never had it, I'm glad for you. You don't want it.

[@jillrouton4097]

This. When existing is stupid and painful.

[@nolagranolabar]

Exactly! 🎯

[@Retired20244]

This, it’s an ugly cycle, you feel like a burden for needing support, and those small triggers then reinforce the cycle of depression, it’s truly hell on Earth to get out of, people who say they just got through depression without a great support network, medication or therapy should feel so incredibly blessed and lucky, so many cannot just beat that struggle

[@tarottarantulas]

Agreed

[@hannasylph3400]

@@Retired20244those people were not depressed; they were experiencing sadness or some type of grief, however profound it may have felt. People suffering with depression need help, love, and support.

[@marthawoodworth6907]

Thanks for this, Jim. I'm not a depressive by nature, but sometimes sadness comes over me when I'm grieving a major loss. I'm going to stop saying "I'm depressed" when I'm sad. Sadness goes away when you let yourself cry out your grief or hurt, or watch a Jim Carrey movie. Hugs! You're the best!

[@Sg4809]

Yes, depression never leaves, it's a constant curse, you literally feel like you're anchored down in hopelessness and cannot get free

[@davidretondo2871]

That's half the battle right there!

[@pacapaca6307]

Yes! Way too many people say “I’m depressed”, when they are not. But are saddened by a situation or experience or memory ( temporarily). Those people may actually have never experienced Depression. There’s a world of difference between the two “emotional states”.

[@maloryknox7000]

us RaveBabys, used to sweat dance and fuck away our sadness with a kick ass bassline, a blacklight, baby oil, and beans.....worked everytime. Little did we know back then that we were stealing our future reserve of natural serentonen, our bodies stop producing this naturally after 40. but I don't have any reserve serentonen tucked away in my fat tissue for later. Just holes in my brain where it used to be...

[@maloryknox7000]

InLivingColor! JLo was a FryGurl! ❤

[@chmeriam391]

Finally someone mentioned the body in relation to depression.

[@LostButOkay]

please take what he says with a plate of salt. depression consumed me for many years yet i always loved who i am. i have scars on my wrists to shoulders, my stomach, my legs. insecurities were projected onto me and it wasn’t fair. but i found my faith again, i have something greater to lice for, now i easily turn the knife away. i thank God for the depression bc now i can help others who feel the same

[@jenewok]

I've suffered from depression since I was 15. I'm 44 now and I deal with it every day. How he describes it makes so much sense.

[@summerchild5036]

Are you taking steps to heal?

[@AsaanEnglish_000]

Incorporate different forms of deep breathing in ur everyday routine and say goodbye to depression forever

[@cpt-swartzy9339]

@@AsaanEnglish_000not that easy mate

[@chelseabray7565]

​@AsaanEnglish_000 if you homeless just buy a house, that's how your sounding rn 😅

[@scottwarner7729]

No it doesn't. Respectfully, neither does your expression. Carrey's interpretation is a rich man's perspective on depression. He'll never get fuckin' close.

[@cynthiatamasi5575]

This is the truest definition of Depression ...

[@karebushmarebu233]

For me I always felt the difference between sadness and depression is sadness is an abundance of negative emotion, depression is the total absence of emotion, motivation, hope & ability to see/feel as if any path forward is meaningful. It just feels like everything that makes life worth living, both happiness and sadness disappear and you’re in a state of numbness. You go from living your life to living in limbo, watching the world continue from inside a fish bowl, as if you’re underwater and all the sounds, sights and feelings of life are happening just out of reach

[@danoyse8233]

I understand what JC is saying and what you are saying. I felt like I was on a hamster wheel and had to keep moving when I was exhausted. I had so many, what I saw as obligations, and was burnt out trying to keep doing them. However, having some selfish people in my life, they just wanted me to keep doing what they wanted me to do. As a district nurse, I was visiting a very frustrated paralyzed patient in a home, I couldn’t take another step. I sat on the stairs.I’d always gone as my colleagues felt I handled him better than everyone else. I learned a valuable lesson. 3 month later, I started a journey of recovery. I recognize that in my self and others. It was a very difficult time indeed >

[@maximusbard5053]

I agree. I was in a deep depression and lost most of the things I hold dear to me in life. It was as if I couldn’t even see them slipping away before my very eyes until it was too late. Now I’m no longer depressed I woke up (no meds or anything) I just was awoken from that instance. I now carry around a sadness that follows me everywhere, even though I’ve succeeded in becoming a person that many would wish to be it’s a sadness so deep that I’m unsatisfied. Unsatisfied that I didn’t change before, and regretful that I may not get the chance to rekindle what I’ve lost. Hope goes hand in hand with sadness. Hope is the driving force of my life.

[@MiaWasMine]

Wow. Perfect ...

[@danoyse8233]

@@maximusbard5053 I’m sad that you got to that point in your life. One of my young children witnessed my resus. I was kept sectioned. I was discharged,no follow up. I was distanced from my caring family and my in laws/ husband never spoke about it. My now 43 yo son, spoke to me a few years ago. How it affected him. Not what I expected to hear. The guilt hit me. We talked things through. He’s had his own issues. I think about that time far too often. But I’m aware of myself now. I have had great joy in my life, also great sadness, but I feel I recognise the subtle changes and I have someone to talk to. Best wishes from Devon Uk

[@thegamechanger2058]

Well said brother 👍🏻

[@marysalvi242]

NOT taking this away from Jim, though he had help to finally find his truth, of course his, his words are his own about depression & then whoa the break down of his friend's changing the word. I felt it and I'm loving that Jim made it through and wish as he goes forward he'll always know if it's getting to the deep rest time ~ takes a lot and I believe he has that strength. ~to us all who need it please self-care = self-love ~❤️

[@Moodymuse60]

It's strange to think of Jim as depressed because he's the ace of my life and now I see Jim talking I realise how good he is at putting on character's. He isn't ace but he brought that character to life ❤ I like Jim as Jim ❤

[@AmericaLives-r2m]

You mean Carrey is an ASS