Jordan Peterson: Advice For People With Depression

[@SudsyFlyer9631]

It’s honestly deeper than anyone realizes at times. Every time I try to reach out for help, they listen to me once and then never talk to me again and just forget about me

[@silverwind8120]

LOL SO TRUE

[@gina00700]

Ikr they say ask for help, talk to people. But who actually cares .... No one takes you seriously until it's too late.

[@SudsyFlyer9631]

@@gina00700 that really is the sad truth… I just wish more people understood how serious of an issue it is

[@martinborm2871]

I understand. It usually makes little sense to open up to people, who cannot grasp the situation. Many are just helpless when it comes to such a deeply personal topic, which tends to increase the loneliness. It usually needs a reflective personality to be able to appreciate the darkness someone else may be sensing. On the other hand, one needs to give people a chance. You cannot open up to every one all the time, but once in a while there may be someone, who seems to be able to relate, even a perfect stranger on a random encounter. I hope, you find someone like that! :)

[@JoaoSantos-cx7st]

nobody really cares until it's too late...

[@JinxMarie1985]

This... Right here literally saved my life two days ago. I was ready. And this came up. I cried and cried. I'm alive because of this

[@Loopedtime]

Stay strong. I love you.

[@Austin.0712]

How are you doing?

[@minhbuile3407]

Be strong. God loves you.

[@Ristopistox]

Hi there! How are you? Keep it up! A new life is around the corner!!!

[@JinxMarie1985]

Hey thank you for your questions. Yes I'm alive and doing okay. Not the best but living at least. Hope you are all well

[@infinite2441]

Exactly how I’m feeling. This depression is killing me. Please pray for me

[@kwkw5711]

Lord have mercy on thendo.

[@bananapineapple6949]

I am in so much pain and so full of hate for life itself. You may see me in the news soon.

[@bananapineapple6949]

I hate God for creating me.

[@samdiab1418]

I will pray for you guys every single time I pray, which is a lot

[@jamiekensington1155]

Thendo I will most certainly pray for you my friend

[@AngeloBronzehand]

I’m going through an alcohol battle. I lost my job, I have no direction going in my life. The days kinda just keep passing me by. I’m letting all my loved ones down. My girlfriend just left me last night. Pray for me guys. I hope everyone else is doing really great though. I didn’t think depression would ever hit me, but it can happen to anyone in any stage of life. Just wanna let you know I’m rooting for all of us too get better 🙏🏽❤️

[@talithadutchie3498]

That's rough man! Better people are come along. I'm sure of it ❤

[@Muzzle78]

🙏🏻

[@YouKilledFritz]

I’m praying for you, friend I’ve never met. Just slipped into darkness and depression again myself after being in the pink cloud of sobriety. I hope you can get the support and compassion and understanding you need. I hope you can feel seen and lifted up. I pray you can begin to see the light again. It isn’t easy, but we can do hard things because we’re strong, even when we feel our weakest. Sending you so much love

[@BEACHDUDE71]

It better get better for me, in the next two years or I'll jump in the ocean

[@carriedalton9495]

Hey, how are you doing now? I saw your comment was 2 months old. Your post made me cry, I'm struggling too. Hope you're in a better place now.

[@Browndogdiesel]

Every time jordan begins to cry I get all choked up too. I feel such an emotional connection to this man even though we've never met. Hes truly a gift to our generation

[@Brockt87]

True story! He’s been through unbelievable suffering himself even long b4 the media crucified him for standing up for free speech, although he rarely talks about it so most have no idea. He has so much compassion for people, even the clueless who hate him out of complete ignorance.

[@JM-co6rf]

Jordan Peterson: Slayer of Dragons.

[@dosia1boby794]

If you can recognize ..your life will be wonderful!(full of wonders) Every blessing........

[@xtrnl999]

I can relate. I was in tears for most of this video.

[@davidowen3022]

I totally relate. Love Jordan he's a very compassionate man.

[@robertorodriguez4304]

Sometimes you're just so tired with everything that you just want to rest but everybody keeps pushing you to get up and fight. Nobody even stopped and asked why you're tired in the first place.

[@GhostMonkey772]

I started drinking when I was 16. I would drink at parties, but I also started drinking alone because I was unhappy, and I was in a lot of emotional pain all the time. My mom was very aggressive when I was younger, and my brother hated her and so did I. He started hanging out with shady people, he started failing all his classes, he was never home, and my parents fought all the time. I also ran away several times. I was always trying to figure out a reason as to why I was here or what the purpose of life was. So, I started looking at different philosophies, religions, and beliefs. When I was 18 after I was hungover, I got on my knees and I prayed for the first time. I asked if God was real that he would show me he was real because I couldn’t take it anymore. I was crying when I prayed for this. At that moment I felt a presence come over me like a wind. It was barely noticeable, but it was unlike anything in my life I had experienced up until that point. I was surprised when I felt it and I remember saying “what was that?” after that experience I pretty much forgot what happened and kept partying, until my senior year when I got arrested. After my arrest, my parents lost all their trust in me and I was expelled from high school. I was told never to come back. At that time, I felt afraid and hopeless. That’s when I started looking for God, and I prayed that he would reveal himself in my life and that he would give me signs. My prayers began getting answered so consistently that I couldn’t deny that God was doing something. It was mysterious and compelling. I ended up in Church and started reading the bible hours a day. I stopped hanging out with all my other friends because they were continually getting arrested. I was able to forgive my family and myself and to ask to be forgiven. I noticed how at Church people were judgmental and how they formed cliques but were afraid to be around anyone else different from them. It increased my faith because I realized Jesus was not like that and ever since I was young, I saw people as people regardless of who they were. After a while, it’s like I could see God's presence was in my life and then it felt like he wasn’t, and then he was, and then he wasn’t. One day I woke up and felt more depressed than I ever have in my entire life. I felt like I was dying on the inside. That night I prayed, and I said, God, I don’t see my life five years from now I'm going to die Jesus save me Lord, please save me. I was weeping when I said it and when I asked him to save me, I felt a presence inside of me like a heartbeat, and I felt it once like a pulse, and I said Lord please save me and I felt it again even stronger. It was like radiance. When I woke up the next morning, I had transformed everything felt brand new like I was a kid again. All my fears and all my racing thoughts everything was gone. I looked at my hands, and I said this can’t be real, it's impossible. When I looked at myself in the mirror, I saw a different person. I started praying, and the holy spirit became entirely real to me; it was washing over me and inside of me. It was total love and peace, and I heard a voice but not an audible one, it was an inner voice. It said I am with you; I love you, I will never leave you, it’s done it’s finished. That was May 3rd, 2009, and ever since then I’ve followed God, I have seen many things change and many things I know wouldn’t have changed without faith and belief. I know what it’s like to be lost to feel you have no hope. Don’t ever think you’re stuck, or life can’t change because it can. My mom is a Christian now, Its night and day. Some of the things that went away during that period were severe anxiety and my addiction to alcohol. I’ve seen and experienced so many things that are miraculous and seen how God has worked in my life. When we ask God to forgive us for what we’ve done and turn away from our sins and wrongdoings and we believe in Christ's sacrifice everything changes. His word says if we confess with our mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in our hearts that he died and rose again we will have eternal life but not just life after death but abundant life in the present. Our sins are erased not only past, present, and future but our burdens and fears are lifted also. Our thoughts, our minds, our hearts, our souls are transformed and united with God and we know his spirit lives in us. If you seek, pray, and knock you will know JESUS IS KING!!! HE LIVES! “Come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest” kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4m0eId_o7WjkLc

[@montesa9136]

You will NEVER win the war against Depression. You are not at battle with the world. Instead you are at battle with yourself.

[@littlelily4]

My advice to you is to start therapy, regular therapy, your depression is caused by a psychological issue, a very very complex range of thoughts It's just psychological, there is a solution !! I was severely depressed for 8 years, depressed for another half year, I'm starting to have more and more happy calm days, without any cloud in sight You have to keep believing it will go away because it can. If someone had told me 2 years ago I would be where I am today, I wouldn't have believed it So have faith I hope you are better 💫

[@montesa9136]

@@littlelily4 @littlelily4 - Thanks for reaching out, @ I believe your advice is sound. However, talk therapy is not covered by insurance where I live, so it's out of the question. I did try talk therapy about 30 years ago for a couple of years, but found it did nothing. Plus, I'm old and hopefully won't be around too much longer. I'm working with MAID (medical assistance in dying) to get the peace I deserve.

[@littlelily4]

@@montesa9136 have you tried going to a psychiatrist who does talk therapy ? That's what I do, I live in France but it's covered that way

[@Clown-World69]

I’m still here cause I won’t let my daughter grow up in a world without her father. I walk through fire and hell everyday for her.

[@juliam1099]

That is a great purpose to have. Bless you for your love and determination to go on despite the mental/emotional challenges. That is courage.

[@ThePillowCage]

The exact same reason I am still around, for my little girl. You got this brother and your daughter has the most amazing dad because to suffer everyday and still put on a smile for your kid, that takes a different kind of strength! Keep healthy bro and nothing but good wishes for you and your family!

[@Clown-World69]

@@ThePillowCage This means a lot thank you.

[@mb2770]

@@Clown-World69 You got this, just hang in there, life gets easier. One day you will be so grateful to yourself that you didn’t do it even though it’s hard to think that way now..

[@lacil8895]

You're important. Being a dad is one of the most precious jobs there is. Keep going. I don't know you but proud of you for trying. I don't have kids and I really have nothing else. The only reason I haven't ended my life is because I dont wsnt my parents to blame themselves. All they did was love me. It was outsiders that broke me. I used to love a lot about life. But in the past 15 years or so. . Slowly... people.. things.. just broke me and I'll never have a future. It hurts to live... and no ..helping others wont help me now. Im beyond broken. I helped friends, partners, sometimes strangers. So many times I out others before myself. In the end...none of those people stuck by me. I was either manipulated or blamed. Whether something was my fault or not. No hope. I stay for my parents. The only ones who could ever have loved me. But there's no other reason to hold on... I want to die peacefully. In my sleep. Would be best

[@michaeljack7359]

Anxiety happens when you think you have to figure out everything all at once . Breathe . You're strong . You got this . Take it day by day .

[@mirabelben2462]

I am feeling the same way too, I put too much on my plate and it definitely affects my stress and anxiety levels. I am also glad to be part of this community.

[@mirabelben2462]

Does he ship?

[@liamphilpkent6250]

Yes, he ships discreet and anonymous

[@liamphilpkent6250]

Dr.healingstrain

[@liamphilpkent6250]

iG ☝️☝

[@Dialogos1989]

I’m convinced people who don’t go through depression have no idea what it actually is. They just don’t have that capacity for introspection. Depressive types are usually introverted, empathetic, intuitive, right brain oriented, etc. Depression by definition is when you’re so lost in deep thought (negative) that you can’t function. Depression has been shown psychologically to make people more insightful. More sensitive to the suffering of themselves and others. It’s a sign of intelligence gone awry.

[@starbound100]

Been there. Indeed, before actually experiencing it myself, "being depressed" was just another way to say feeling down. If I had to describe it, I'd use this awful allegory. It's sticky. With that uncomfortable warmth that always bugs you, always in the back of your head. A sense of dread, irritating in it's unknown origin. The inability of thinking positive, always thinking about how some machiavellan chain of improbable events might make everything go wrong. Inadequacy, and blaming yourself and your stupid past decisions for it. Giving up making plans for the future, up to deciding what to wear the next day, to you it doesn't matter. Hating yourself, and hating the world around you because of how unbearably happy it seems. This is personal, wanting to get rid of the burden of you from your loved ones. All piling up on top of each other, giving you the sensation to choke. And worst of all, it gives you a dangerous sensation of self-pity. You start to think of yourself as a victim so much, that you start to revel in it and wail in your self indulgence. A perverted desire to say "it's not me who's flawed, it's the world that's rotten". I was a few of the lucky ones, who managed to claw their way out almost by himself, and only because my family has some awesome people in it, and probably because it wasn't as bad as it could get.

[@andygugu5595]

Is true the pain is big because we are special too empathetic and all is so big and intense for us

[@Frantictoad]

Oh wow you have a lot to learn . There are things that happen in one’s life out of their control that can mess you up. You’re too presumptuous and academic. Life is way more bigger and messed up.

[@nouf1073]

That's beautiful and right on point.

[@loreofthecosmos]

@GadSaadismyDaad I feel like what you're saying is true of some people, though bear in mind it might not be majority. I'm fairly extroverted, and I try to stay out of the deep thought area because it leads to places I don't want to go and I end up feeling sick because it hurts to much to put into words. I appreciate what you're saying though, and the way you've gone a bout it.

[@mickyare2914]

Jordan Peterson is the most misrepresented man on the planet hands down ... this man saved my life there’s no doubt at all about it . He is a gift to the world that people are fighting cause he speaks the truth , the most beautiful soul imaginable

[@noblumoon]

Micky Are👍🙂

[@MrProbeNWatch]

@Bob Wilson even if he does he's still impacted peoples lives in positive and astronomical ways. Supermarkets probably only care about making money and being rich, but they give a HUGE MAJORITY of the population, the easy accessibility to feed ourself and stay alive... And thats all the really matters..

[@MrProbeNWatch]

@Bob Wilson could be true (I'm not super knowledgeable on the subject matter) but for know ya know If feeds families, keeping them alive and the potential butterfly effects from that could be huge etc.

[@MrProbeNWatch]

@Bob Wilson well I personally don't worship the man, I found him 2 days ago from an interview and have watched a small number a videos. Focusing on what he's saying and ways I can apply those to help myself. So I can't relate to that extent but I have been thinking and applying and feeling better. What I can say about negatively impact people is, yeah it's probsbly true. But that's under no one's control to stop. Loads of people will take things multiple ways, and come to multiple conclusions to what they see, hear or experience. Something I've come to accept along my lifetime is that it will always go in a circle, those people being negatively impacted will find something that positively impacts them, but negatively impacts other. Its a situational cycle that, I just accepts happens and nothing can be done about it

[@Bastikovski99]

@Bob Wilson No they dont. You can still grow your own food. You can still raise livestock. You can still buy from a farmers market. That isn't a monopoly. Supermarkets just make it cheaper and easier. Most people dont have time to farm, or they dont live close enough to buy from one.

[@jeanetteharold5991]

I can’t stand the hate that Peterson gets. He’s an incredible man who has benefited my life greatly

[@knowbuddy0]

The majority of people who hate Peterson is because they are told to. Majority of them were probably introduced to to him from vices failed attempt to suck him into the ridiculous identity politics divide and conquer agenda.

[@knowbuddy0]

@Stop my ego. how is he sexist?

[@willjones1826]

🙏🏻🙏🏻 absolutely agree

[@jenster29]

@@knowbuddy0 he isn't, he's just not a feminazi, so he obviously hates women 🤣 The last part of the comment 'i don't think he's shed his ego' was the most pretentious part. Nobody 'sheds their ego' and the expectation that Petersen should just shows this another person sucked in by the msm. They're all little foot soldiers, commanded to go out and find fault with people and ideas that actually help people. That's the best that person could come up with.

[@Jimmybarth]

@@knowbuddy0 Don't be ridiculous. Who's telling us to hate him, the news?

[@avivastudios2311]

How can anybody hate this man. I'm reading the comments section and it's just beautiful what he's done.

[@manguaco]

he made me be a better person at my 50, found him after my divorce from an avoidant wife, read his two last books and still reading Map of meaning. I'm on lexapro now (SSRI) and thriving now. But at this point noticed felt pain all my life. Was able to overcome family challenges and difficulties in life but alway hide the pain. Now I feel your pain when read this. There is hope

[@Universemasterj]

Probably because besides the softball topic he’s fairly contentious? This is not a partisan thing but that’s exactly it

[@relicofgold]

Because he supports trump and trump = fascist dictatorship and fascist dictatorship always = fields full of dead innocent people. That's a good enough reason why.

[@igy6197]

Being a military veteran, war really messed me up, to include my six year old daughter passed away at the hands of a drunk driver several years ago. I lost my soul somewhere in the middle east, and my heart stopped the day my daughter died. Living has been a struggle ever since.

[@duxdawg]

Hang in there brother.

[@matthewmorel3758]

I’m sorry to hear about that.

[@theanonymoushelpline7248]

💖🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@kevinwhaley6087]

I’m sorry to hear this, please hang on, soon your influence whether helping change a life path for a stranger, a loved one, or finding yourself will come.

[@stachowi]

i'm so sorry, you are loved, you have a purpose.

[@dennisarango2723]

I'm inching closer to that dark place, but I'm fighting it through sheer will. My leaving this world doesn't scare me but the effect on others does.

[@nalublackwater9729]

Keep fighting. You are not the only one walking at the cliff's edge. I hope you can get better soon 🌹💐

[@godgunscatsweed3022]

Pulling the Strings it's because they love you bro, you never know what tomorrow may bring but you wake up anyway, this might be the day everything changes

[@madgirlbitchingboutstuffs4344]

@Pulling the Strings well. You wrote that yesterday. Still there buddy? In that case, you had a future yesterday. And you will agan today. I can understand that with all your conditions you may find it impossible. But in all honesty. Pull yourself together and give yourself some dammin worth. You are here. You have family. You have a live. You have value. And you are capable. There is a spot for you in this world. And if there isn't then make one. Every life is worth living. Every hardship is worth the little comfort that follows. I know because I walked over the edge of that cliff and was pulled back. My body was not giving up. It took a wile but eventually, my brain catched on. Live is hard. And it hurts like hell. But even pain is better then nothingness. The best thing about live is its brutality. You get to experience. Pain, comfort, love, hate, hope, depression, bordem, burnout. It's all there and it's exciting. And it's worth it. You only have one live buddy. It would be a shame to not make the best of it. Even if the best thing you have in life is the cat video in your recommendations. It is still somthing. Something is better then nothing. You may think that suicide is a way out of pain. But its a one way ticket. If you give up on pain then you also give up on plessure. If you give up on yourself then you give up on others too. Stop seeing your conditions as punishments. See them as challenges. Don't see live as a conviction. See it as an opportunity. You only got this single one. Make something of it.

[@davionhodge5740]

Dennis Arango God Loves you and what’s you to live

[@newbooksmell4163]

Oof put that on a shirt and give me 5!... It's such a weird thing to feel; like there's usually a railing to stop people from thinking these things. And when it's gone... It can be really hard to justify not falling when the ground looks so much softer... idk

[@LoneWolfOfHouseStark1989]

Whenever I feel myself slipping and those thoughts start to creep in I always come back to this video. This man has saved countless lives including my own.

[@aryanshankar7962]

Bro iam felling depression iam from India and having chronic neck pain I felling suicidal 🥲🥲🥲

[@HadoukenSpammer]

Hope you're doing ok. If you need, reach out for help. Even if it's in this comment section. We all struggle, you're not alone. A warm hug to you, friend. 🫂

[@LoneWolfOfHouseStark1989]

@@HadoukenSpammer Thank you :)

[@samuelhass9035]

We love you!

[@avapilsen]

He saved my life back in May 2018. I will never be more grateful for anything else.

[@evelyn4789]

Thank you, this just saved my life a few days ago. If I hadn't found this video I wouldn't be writing this right now. Thank you

[@gibbonbasher8171]

I love you. Stay strong.

[@nicolassantiny6970]

I love you.

[@Neverm1nD431]

Jordan saved my life too…he might never read this but im grateful for his words of encouragement…I wouldn’t be here rn and I’m happy you’re doing better Evelyn4789. I hope we make it through this, all of us together

[@mimig6511]

Evelyn, thank you for writing this.....that shows strength and your willingness to share gives me hope.

[@whiteybopbop9232]

I love you and I'm glad you still here praying for your peace ❤❤❤

[@paolaserrano1900]

One thing I have learned in my life is that it’s very hard to meet a genuine good person. I don’t think I ever have. And, just because they are family doesn’t mean that they are good to you. I feel completely alone in this world and feel like most people have bad intentions.

[@oussamamabrouki9630]

You aren’t alone , we love you , you are worth it ✨

[@cwildlife6882]

There are a lot of good people out there, a lot of them have commented here. It's just that the people that we think should be the good ones usually aren't. They seem to be where we least expect them.

[@ethanneal8158]

I am genuine

[@Hercules718]

Me too.

[@fowkzy7470]

I feel ya

[@LDT7Y]

A family member killed herself when I was in my teens. She reached out for help several times and they ignored her. So she ended her life. They were sad for a while afterwards and made a huge drama out of it. But then they got on with things. Since then, a couple of other younger family members have reached out for help the same way and I've seen how cold and dismissive those same older relatives are. Even though they complained about the first suicide. It disgusts me. So no, I really don't think other people should be the motivating factor between whether you decide to end your life. If you have young children or people who actually give a damn, then obviously that's different. But many people do ask for help and are rejected.

[@succubus20y]

Why do we still need to think of other people until the end. Cant it be just what i want for once.

[@imbrakingthrough2152]

Yes %100

[@LDT7Y]

I'm not 'pro' suicide. However I don't get angry at those who choose to take their life, as I can understand being in such a low place and not feeling as if there is any way out. Sometimes the nothingness of death seems like a better choice than constant suffering. I think it is selfish if you have kids, as they are reliant on you when young and would be left in a world without their parent. However, for those without dependants, I can understand their perspective. I have had very long stretches of time where I was suicidal and I survived by 'daring' myself to just survive one more day if I woke up that morning. I lived 24 hours at a time and didn't think or plan ahead any further as the concept of a 'future' in my current situation back then was overwhelming. I'm not sure if that works for other people though. No one can ever truly understand the existence of another individual.

[@montesa9136]

EXACTLY! Also, what kind of people want to see people continue to suffer just for their own selfishness?

[@lamomify]

@@succubus20y i ask myself the same question.

[@brendensipple3908]

I literally watched this and cried uncontrollably for the full 11 and half minutes. Depression is no joke and I don’t wish this feeling upon anybody, even my worst enemy. I think the toughest part about it all is the fact you know you feel severely depressed but you don’t know why or what’s causing it. It’s hard to cure anything in life when you don’t know the root cause and that’s where I’m at.

[@allisonblithe1936]

I am on the same page I don't know what to do anymore. It's unbearable :(

[@DontTakeItLiteral]

😢😢😢 so true

[@omarmedina3893]

I can't even last the 3 minute mark

[@crystalslade8056]

I second this I’m going thru a terrible time I’m questioning worrying about everything It is a horrible horrible place to be In I don’t want anyone to feel like I do Thankfully I don’t feel suicidal but I feel really lost and don’t know what to do I paid to see a private Counsellor in the uk yesterday and she told me I was lonely sad and that it sounds like my marriage is coming to an end I feel ten times worse

[@SyNKevN]

How old are you? Depression is pretty common, in all of its variations. Why are you unhappy? Start exploring the very foundation of what depression is... Maybe the answers are soon to follow... I'm 36, and I know why I don't want to live, I haven't wanted to live for at least half of my life.... I carry on for the handful of people around me. SSRI/SSNRIs should be explored but I will tell you, with so many years of trial and error myself, and research with others, they don't really fix anything... Of course I wouldn't discourage anyone from trying them. If they help you, then that is fantastic. Be well everyone ✌️

[@chatty7076]

The last couple months have been some of the darkest times of my life. I’ve struggled daily. And it just doesn’t seem to stop. Constantly feeling judged. Constantly feeling like I have to be perfect all the time. That I’m not good enough. I’ve truly hit a wall in my life and I pray everyday for the strength to just keep going. And remind myself that I didn’t come this far to only come this far. I hope I can feel good again some day. God bless.

[@rubytuesday7653]

I feel so bad. Have no family ,friends and everyday I'm alone. My darkness has been seven months now. I'm screaming for help. No one heard.

[@jonsmith1162]

Stay strong.

[@wesleyclark2873]

I have ocd bad like that anxiety is unbearable

[@Pietro30_200]

The only reason I don't give up yet is because I'm scared of seriously hurting my parents and the few close friends left, this video helped me a lot of times thanks a lot.

[@satori9105]

Literally the only reason I’m still here is because my mom texts me almost every other day to let me know she loves me. If it wasn’t for her love, I’d be long gone

[@dggjr1759]

@@satori9105 same here

[@serenity_now1999]

Same here

[@LoneWolfOfHouseStark1989]

Same here. I hope it will get better for all of us, thankfully we have this man.

[@samuelhass9035]

We love you!!

[@miniteabuds8562]

This hit hard. I used to be extremely disciplined and positive in life. Then a snowball of mistakes, failures, losses over the last few years has taken a huge toll on my mental health. I never understood how real depression is until I experienced it myself. I’m starting therapy again and going to church, I will make the very best of it. I hope everyone takes even the smallest leap to speak to someone. What I’ve realized is that more people than I thought are going through something internally as well, even when they put on a brave face.

[@beemccoy9111]

God bless you

[@mitchelllewis1079]

​@@beemccoy9111 no such thing and if there is god is a cunt

[@DR-xr7gv]

Read spiritual depression from Martin Lloyd Jones

[@atlassadsad7422]

I feel you. I was also super disciplined, fit, able to abstain from bad things. But this year has beat my ass. I've not been doing well. I want to do well though.

[@chanelleslivelifelaugh5727]

We are only human, we will make mistakes is part of life

[@Jojo-ri4mx]

It’s even worse when your parents hate you for being depressed and blame you for it 😩😩

[@fatimazahrafati898]

Dam its not juste me ?

[@lucialu833]

They dont understand depression.

[@certified_geek7536]

I said something insensitive and somewhat ignorant 9 months ago. What I said was basically "you can't be depressed cause you sound like you're 12" What I meant to say is "this seems more like a cry for attention" cause many people use suicide to get attention. Because, unless you have a reason to be depressed between the ages of 9 and 13, other then hormones, it probably isn't a bad case let alone suicidal. Also, my definition of "depressed" has changed. When I wrote this I was down right suicidal, so thats what I thought depressed was. now it's more like "I wish I died in my sleep or a car crash" I hope the best for everyone. 🤝

[@lucialu833]

@@certified_geek7536 :just cause you are teenager that doesnt mean you can't suffer real depression! Parents have to be careful when kids tell that they are depressed cause it can be serious.Teenage years are sensitive.

[@certified_geek7536]

@@lucialu833 it seems like this specific comment is more of a cry for attention

[@Malumbrus]

He's talking about how it affects others. They don't live with what I live with every waking moment and sometimes even when I'm asleep. I literally collapse from the overwhelming dread and tremendous weight of these thoughts and feelings. Add unforgivable guilt to the mix after I hurt my ex and drove her off for good. I'm alone in this world. I can't form new connections because I'm so toxic inside. At what point do we just call an experiment a failure and bin it?

[@CRO950]

I feel similar

[@Tinytruthful999]

I find that often it's just about how you let down others.....It just make me feel misunderstood. I don't want to go through life so other won't be disappointed. It sounds so silly.

[@danielgiordani7625]

I agree. It’s cruel to try and guilt trip someone who’s literally being tortured inside their own brain. Sure, it’s going to be hard for the people left behind, but severe depression is a million times worse than losing someone to suicide.

[@samep3810]

I've lost count of how many times I have watched this, the last 18 months have pushed me to the absolute limit. Depression is such a confusing process to try and deal with

[@EAHorror]

I hope you are doing well

[@samep3810]

@@EAHorror doing fine buddy,trying to move forward every day

[@Lucky19ann]

i feel you, I am here again and again

[@bananapineapple6949]

My own brain is taunting me. So I just want to put a bullet in the fucker.

[@yeetfeet1878]

I agree

[@Golden-ui5um]

I've been through a lot of things in life, up until now those things made me a better person. My son lived to be 29 but died by suicide a couple months ago. I've loved him since the moment I met him and we've always been close. He trusted me and talked to me a lot over the years about his struggles, he tried so many things to find a way to live. For the first time I think I understand what he was going through because now I'm depressed and trying to find my own way to live.

[@bobmarly555]

I hope you find a way. God knows I can't imagine what loosing a child feels like but I hope you find strength.

[@whatsupwithtorii]

Omg I wish I could just give you the biggest hug right now ! Please keep your head up and talk to someone 🤎try to live for the moments you too shared together. Even if it was for a little while 🤎🤎🤎🥺🥺

[@maybugz]

Sorry to hear what you're going through Golden. My parents lost my brother at a very young age so I can understand what it does to you.

[@bap9416]

The only thing that has stopped me from ending it is my mom. I can’t do that to her. Reading comments like this reaffirm me that I need to keep going. Thank you for this

[@Nothingbutdust_]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm also 29 so it hits very hard on me. Very unfortunate. It must be so hard on you. Depression really is contagious. I wish there wasn't so much suffering in the world.

[@mickeydemas]

I liken my depression to swimming out as far as I can on my own. The thing is, once I finally stopped to take a look around, I saw that not only was no one swimming with me but I had lost sight of land. I realize that I came all this way and I’m tired...of swimming. The thing is, now I have to work hard to get back to land where the people who love me are waiting. Waiting for me. I think of sinking because honestly that’s easier than picking up broken relationships and dreams and working to put them back together. But The choice is mine. Do I find my way back to land? Or give up and remain lost? I choose to swim back to the person I am meant to be. A person who is loved and still has love to give. Wherever you are, I hope you choose to swim too

[@yevettemadonna]

try get hold of shrooms,Shrooms are a natural type of psychedelic drug that people use for recreational or spiritual purposes. scientific reports show that magic mushrooms can treat depression. they work for treatment-resistant depression.try some n see their work, explain to this dealer what you are facing instagram.com/p/CEpRj3KMGiBqCv14PUiMp9XS0UfKN4vSOmhhdc0/?igshid=93qzh923qzkx

[@mickeydemas]

Madonna Yevette I know. I went to art school. Shrooms, acid, weed, molly. Tried it all. But now that I remember shrooms and acid straighten you out. They help me remember who I am and adjust my thinking so I’ll definitely be tripping again. Thank you

[@yevettemadonna]

@@mickeydemas you welcome honey

[@montesa9136]

Not everyone is loved or has love to give

[@u.sdepartmentofthetreasury6561]

Beautiful story

[@sherrimandel6983]

It’s so difficult to describe depression to someone who’s never been there because it’s not sadness. Psilocybin containing mushrooms save my life. The drastically reduced my benzodiazepine withdrawal allowing me to quite illicit pill addiction after three years of heavy daily use before it would had became medically dangerous to quit

[@jefferyscott8148]

The Trips I've been having have really helped me a lot,I finally feel in control of my emotions and my future and things that used to be mundane to me now seem incredible and full of nuance on top of that I'm way less driven by my ego and I have alot more empathy as well

[@thomasmaxime2340]

Psychedelic’s definitely have potential to deal with mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression, I would like to try them but it’s just so hard to source

[@hazeemakhan5301]

I've been having this constant, unbearable anxiety because of university stress..not until I came across Myco_louiis.. he really helped me

[@Wizard-jf8rp]

Saw some reviews about myco_louiis,checked him out and I must recommend he is good at what he does

[@melissacampbell9915]

Good.. How do I source mine?

[@ThranduiL-j1v]

This man has changed my life

[@jepherson707]

same

[@SymplyAmazingJD]

@@Jeganathan_19 that's awesome. Enjoy the book man 🙏

[@DannyBoy443]

He changed humanity. If they're willing to listen.

[@The_Kirk_Lazarus]

You changed your life. You made the choice and enacted it. But you certainly were inspired.

[@ThranduiL-j1v]

@@The_Kirk_Lazarus much appreciated

[@kathypear2540]

I hope everyone is okay out there while watching this video and if you aren’t, just know that it will be okay and that someone out there on KZbin is praying for your well-being and okayness 🥺

[@snoozyq9576]

I don't feel okay. But it feels better to come to KZbin and read the comments. I'm not the only one struggling at least.

[@wesleyclark2873]

Let's talk on the phone whoever to just talk about ivwill exchange numbers

[@daleval2182]

​@@snoozyq9576take magnesium and 15 min exercise, wait 1 hour compare, God loves you

[@mrs8792]

Many years ago, I was suicidal. I can tell you from personal experience, it is not a selfish thing like some people say. You are so torn up emotionally and spiritually, that you aren’t processing those thoughts. You just can’t handle one more minute of fear and hurt.

[@johncline3033]

I totally understand. My life is not confusing, my day to day life is a jumble. Some days I don't want to leave the bedroom.

[@montesa9136]

ABSOLUTELY! People don't come that decision in a hurry. It's often the only thing left they can do to end the relentless suffering

[@georgerockwell149]

@@montesa9136 Uh, yeah they do. Stop romanticizing this disgusting mentality. Your suffering isn’t that unique. Several studies have shown that when you take away the easiest, most impulsive means of committing suicide, like handguns, people commit suicide less. What a shocking coincidence, right?! Suicide is objectively an irrational, emotional, and utterly nonsensical decision at least 99% of the time, which is also why the vast majority of suicide attempts fail, because the act isn’t done with complete conviction or careful planning most of the time. You’re doing exactly what Peterson says not to do: whining and blaming other people when there’s still things you could be doing to better your own life. That’s just pathetic.

[@montesa9136]

@@georgerockwell149 It's obvious you have never suffered from Severe Major Depressive Disorder. You have NO IDEA what you are talking about.....

[@Zezeguizee]

@@georgerockwell149 “disgusting mentality…” the lack of empathy in your comment shows that you probably never faced any severe mental disorder. Just experience 1 week of generalized anxiety disorder or depersonalization and I swear to God that you will have suicidal thoughts every damn minute ! Then you would probably understand why some people can only see an exit by taking that path ! I don’t judge people who commit suicide because I know how is it to suffer to a point where you simply just wanna end it. But you have no idea about how it feels …

[@Kimberlyxoxo77]

Just waking up is torture ! My bipolar makes it so hard to be ok! The depression is so horrible!

[@tonelo7207]

I pray for you. I suffer from severe depression and I pray everyday.

[@FelixTheForgotten]

Bipolar is the worst! Some days you wake up and the world is yours. You are productive, you're strong mentally and physically. Everything works life is great! Just for it to be pulled away from you in a terrible depressive phase. We are two people that will never meet but we fight similar battles. I hope mental stability will be upon you soon! We are both going to make it!

[@IAMPhoeniX888]

I am going through the same thing bipolar sucks

[@jonnykennedy3123]

I’m praying for you! I feel the same way it’s so unpredictable and hard to overcome but we can do this!

[@timetraveler9518]

I'm also bipolar I feel the same way as you

[@petergorm]

My littlebrother took his own life 17 years ago. I miss him every day. But I understand him and I don't blame him. But damn, I miss him...

[@sabah4123]

💕

[@nickcsuki8123]

How have you been doing the last 4 months? I really hope you have had some moments in which you where able to enjoy his memory...

[@petergorm]

@@nickcsuki8123 Thank you so much for asking. I think it is very kind of you. I am fine. Keeping myself busy. Lately I haven't spend much time thinking of my brother. But when I am with my mother, he is missing. Also, his birthday is coming up 8. of december. Then we have x-mas where he is missing, when me and my mother are sitting there alone. And then comes new year. My brother took his own life on the 1. of january 2003. December is a rather 'heavy' month. I used to travel to Thailand and stay there till after new year, but now that is not an option. But no problem. I just stay busy. I wish you good luck and all the best. Thank you for being so considderrate. Cheers.

[@nickcsuki8123]

@@petergorm Great to hear back from you. That sounds like an absolute tragedy . Try to find and enjoy good memories... Stay strong coming month. Love and the best for you and your family...

[@wms72]

@@petergorm God bless you and your Mom, and hold you both and your brother close to his Sacred Heart. +

[@loka-chan6695]

”You can always commit suicide tomorrow” is a qoute that will always be in my mind. And I think like. Tomorrow is tomorrow and that tomorrow will never be today.

[@HansSilver]

It will be an option any way

[@will-uq3yr]

That one hit home here too.

[@rodnaps14t25]

Different day new problem

[@deletedchannel19289]

I like the quote because I see it as procrastinating suicide and I’m good at procrastinating

[@AngryPanda.]

Gosh I choked up when he said "do give some thought to the people that you're going to leave behind because you may just wipe them out in a way they'll never recover from." This video helped me today.

[@unchartedsummits]

The comments in the video and under it as well are very helpful, thank you to everyone for the words of encouragement,sadly after tragedy and trauma most of us lose purpose in life and feel as though there’s nothing left to live for 😞 I have been feeling that way a lot lately, and I have been feeling lonely, like I can’t go on, please be kind to those around you, you don’t know the hell we are going through everyday!

[@marie-soleildauphinais9530]

You are right. We should be so much more careful of the people we meet. We don't know what they are going through.

[@klanderkal]

Yes,.. I too have been reading comments, and hope to find hope for myself as well. I recently had a traumatic life altering experience, that put me into stress I've never experienced, then anxiety, and insomnia. Then, .. into Depression with regret. I've been suffering every day, and lost enjoyments of life. Don't do anything, go anywhere, and noticed I don't care about anything!,.. and have anhedonia that is unnatural to experience. I hope you and I both,.. and all of us who have depression,... some way, some day... heal.!! And find enjoyment in life again 🙏

[@haileymiesel9583]

This man is a gift to our generation. Every time he cries I do too. I feel such a connection to him, he has saved my life.

[@ian1patterson]

This touched me greatly to see a therapist lose it. Depression is a very personal burden to carry (I know from experience) and all my love goes out to you all.

[@justanothermortal1373]

I've tried various psychologists. I've tried 3 psychiatrists and I'm going to one now. I've tried ECT. I've tried anti-depressants. My parents are aware of my depressive behavior. I've tried. Tried. Tried. And trying to try. I only pray to God that I can get through this. I only pray that I can one day feel life in my veins.

[@jonaskinner5273]

Did you try LSD? It might be a solution. Inform yourself and maybe, it will change your life to the better. I dont want you to try drugs, but this one has potential in healing mental / psycoligical disorders without side-effects.

[@happycowardlyks5064]

Tell yourself that I've read your comment and that I'm deeply touched. If I could send you courage through my screen ...

[@Nothingbutdust_]

The same with me, except for ECT. I've been recommended that but I'm so scared I will lose parts of my memory and that it would affect my learning abilities. I'm afraid of turning into a vegetable.

[@montesa9136]

@ Just Another Mortal - you are searching for a cure for an incurable illness. I have long ago given up trying .....

[@adamirons5789]

There are no words to explain how much you’ve helped me get through. I’m eternally grateful for you. Jordan peterson thank you for being the father I never had and also saving my life multiple times.

[@dhirajgawande007]

Social media is the worst thing.

[@makingthestartup3384]

Depends on the crowds

[@madgirlbitchingboutstuffs4344]

Try reddit

[@SammyCee23]

Is it really, though?

[@lucya8916]

Group dynamic is wonderful and toxic at the same time. Not necessarily social media alone, it naturally happens in community situations too.

[@irpmedia6600]

Only strong should survive 💪.

[@vcupiano]

Gotta love Jordan Peterson, I can’t even begin to imagine the number of lives he has saved, the people he has helped.

[@newbooksmell4163]

Is it just me or do a lot of the "inspirational quotes" of; 'you're not alone' and 'you're valuable' just totally not apply? Idk, I get that they're probably exactly what some people need to hear but I'm just in pain. I almost don't care if I'm important or if there are other people experiencing the same thing. It's like I'm freezing to death slowly and somehow the knowledge that 'I'm not alone' is supposed to bring some sort of warmth, when really I'm just confused by it's relevance. like; yeah... AND? People who get food poisoning aren't comforted by the fact other people have also experienced food poisoning. That's what depression is to me; food poisoning of the brain. (if you've had bad food poisoning then hope this makes sense lol)

[@benroddick9763]

NewBookSmell the You’re not alone is not necessarily a statement to suggest other people are also struggling. It’s to suggest you are not alone in this world and in your battle. There are people around you that want you/ care for you/ need you in their lives and if you opened up to them they would help you. I’m sorry you are in so much pain but without a doubt you can get through it if you get the help you need. Hell if you gave me your info I’d help you. People care about you more than you may think x

[@godallowsuturns679]

You can do it! Whether it’s genetic or not, you have it and you have to deal with it. If dealing with it was easy, channels like these would not exist. It is not as simple as popping a pill or going on a vacation like some people think. It is serious but it is curable. Some of us have access to good healthcare while others do not but ultimately, from my experience, I changed my diet, took special vitamins and Christian therapy. I found out that it is true. People who suffer from depression have a special purpose in life. There is a mission that you need to get done but the depression does not let you see what it is. You are unique because you see pain where others don’t, you are perceptive to a person’s good intentions, you are extremely analytical and would never hurt another intentionally. Are there a lot of people like you out there? Absolutely not! Do you feel the world would be better if it did? Yes! Because people would be more loving and sensitive to each other’s needs. That is the reason you are here! The question is, through what venue are you going to help heal this world? Jesus has given you plenty of causes: racism, abortion, suicide prevention, world hunger, child abuse, domestic violence, alcoholism, drug use, human trafficking, police brutality, cancer, animal cruelty...and the list goes on and on. You are passionate for at least one of those issues, but who do you think, does not want you to complete your mission? Remember that this is a spiritual world and the Bible says that we battle with the forces we don’t see, so clearly it is the devil who does not want you to complete your mission. Are you going to let him win? It’s up to you👍

[@godallowsuturns679]

Ben Roddick God bless you! We need more people like you👍

[@danika9411]

I know this comment is old, but what you describe is called emotional pain body. There are very well working methods for it. The problem is, that it is detached from thinking, so f.e. talking won't help much. You have to deal with it in a different "language" with emotions. One quick way, and that needs training, lots and lots of training, is this one: 1) Understanding you aren't your pain. Find some other memory where you feel warm, shining from within like the light that you are. That sounds undoable, but it's not! You don't have to feel it full force, but try to get into that state. 2) Face your pain. Accept it and let it be. Be gentle towards it. It is there for a reason and fighting it will not work well. Just be that glowing warm light and look at it and accept it and allow yourself to fully feel and process it. You can, because you are not that pain, you are in pain. After 30-60 seconds, when you can do both things well, the pain actually starts to become less. It's working. Important: Don't try to do it from the mind, do it from your emotional side, don't analyze it as it happens, just let it be. This is one method in very, very short! Please look for emotional pain body here on youtube, the topic is too big for this comment. You can do it! I promise there are methods that work for it existing! I had the same problem as you. I'm still in pain and depressed, but not suicidal anymore! I wish you all the best and all the sun and fluffy puppy feelings in the world! 💕

[@darkspeed62]

That's because food poisoning is an uncomfortable, yet largely a rather temporary physiological illness that is over within a couple of days. The way out is rather clear and you know it will come. Depression is very different in so many ways, and more often than not the way out isn't so clear. I think the idea if there are other people whom are struggling or at least other beings who can understand what you're going through might encourage you to seek help, which is better than seeing that the only way out is suicide.

[@alishaalam3144]

I remember when I was depressed and having suicidal thoughts. I came across this video and this video had a strong impact on me. I did not give up on me, I had hope that someday It'll be better. I reached out to my friends and family and they were there for me and they kept on giving me hope. I did lots and lots of breathing exercises (box breathing is one of the best), listened to affirmations, started with moving my body by doing relaxation exercises, watching motivational videos and pushing myself to think positive every single day. I am so much better now, I feel blessed and so thankful to get out of that catastrophic feeling and situation. There were days when I used to get up and feel miserable. And now I get up everyday with the motivation to exercise. For those who are reading this, I promise that IT WILL GET BETTER just don't give up on yourself. Strive to find happiness every single day. You'll get to know there's so much more to your life. So many beautiful opportunities, moments and things are waiting for you. You just gotta stay strong. You are worthy and your life matters. I wish and hope the best for you. You'll get through this! Good Luck ❤

[@alishaalam3144]

Also I forgot to say a few things which really helped me... You also have to be really compassionate towards yourself rather than hating yourself. I used to hate myself but I tried to be more compassionate towards myself and loved myself in those tough times. Learn to forgive yourself for your mistakes and learn to let go. Stop holding on to things which hurt you and reminiscing the past. Accept yourself for who you are and accept yourself. And accept the fact that whatever happens, happens for a reason. I'm 19 years old now... I used to have anxiety plus I used to feel depressed for like 2-3 years. But I didn't want to stay in this pathetic situation and I wanted to bring in the change within me. You either push yourself to battle this situation or just stay in this rut forever. Find your reason to live, find your purpose. Life becomes a lot more worth living when you find your purpose. Life is short, make it meaningful. Even if you have to fight every single day to get through this. Just try not to give up till your last breath. The most important thing is to LOVE YOURSELF.

[@gerardrost4679]

@@alishaalam3144 Thank you for taking the time and effort to share these words of kindness and inspiration. May your life continue to develop positively!

[@alishaalam3144]

@@gerardrost4679 Thanks to you too...I'm glad someone actually read it ☺

[@timothybrown2398]

My father died when I was 11 and my step father was my last parent to die, I was 22. I had been kicked out by my mother at 14 and was diagnosed with bipolar 1 at the age of 20. I’ve been struggling my whole life to be happy and to find a meaning in my life, but the part of me that survived all that refuses to die; I have survived by all means necessary. I’m a wedding photographer now and for a long time I used to get so sad and down watching families spend their events together - happy and what seemed well off. This last two years I’ve been trying my hardest to get to a point where I find true happiness in the art I create and I’m working on that every day. A lot of people dislike Peterson, but he’s saved myself and so many others. I appreciate him and I hope one day I get to thank him.

[@cliffkonkle3467]

LOVE YOU

[@jamesparker4101]

My story feels so similar to yours in terms of family, the issues present in that dynamic and being kicked out when you're not ready. Then the ensuing mental health issues that arise from the trauma of where you grew up and what you grew up in. I may never meet you but you are not alone in what you experienced or how you feel.

[@MosesReyna]

great for you man! 💪🏻 keep moving forward

[@smutserkling6848]

Respect.

[@raewynurwin4256]

Timothy Brown, thank you for sharing and baring your soul. That's character, bless you, arohanui from New Zealand. I watch everything of Dr Peterson and I'm 72 still finding Pearl's of wisdom.

[@kw5961]

Last year I would listen to this video when the pain of being became intolerable. It would get me to tomorrow. Jordan deserves all the respect we can give him.

[@jackshepard497]

I watch this video over and over cause I feel like someday in my life I'm gonna end up making that decision.. I've been holding it off trying to make myself better psychologically. But it's just so damn hard. I thank you so much Jordan peterson for helping me keep my head a float. 21 year old Male from Kentucky.

[@איובמולה]

stay strong just lost my mom collge ain't working many problems like everyone else hold om write down in paper and then read that it make you feel good music is my escape thank god i have the gift to write songs this all test trust god hope you doing fine don't give up someone had worse then you man withot leg and arm just watch nick vicovich on youtube he will give you hope just like pac said to every dark night there is brigther day

[@A1A1LIZZIE1]

jack shepard 💕💕💕

[@KikiMeowKitty]

jack shepard how have you been?

[@pauljudd9825]

Our will power will not work. We need the Holy Spirit. We have a Savior in Jesus . Reach out to Ligonier Ministries

[@soutrikgun9133]

Stay strong brother. Logos shall speak to you in its own good time

[@blakethekid74]

Had a really hard day today, really hard. I’m 31 years old and have a wife and 10 month daughter. Often I feel I don’t deserve the family I have and im not needed. Thank you for posting this, 7 years later and you’ve managed to touch 1000’s of hearts. Thank you.

[@Aylii1]

You deserve the life you have and the life so close you. You deserve the love they have and reciprocate with you. Don’t let the nows affect your futures. Don’t give up. It might sound redundant to say but I know you can do it. You have to feel it. Believe it. Love your strength and let it grow. Look forward to who you can grow into sunsets from now! I’m sending you positivity. It will come. 🤍

[@SapienSafari]

I’d kill to have a wife and a daughter.

[@thehaeg]

"Suicide is selfish" is always sounding like "How dare you make me feel this way"... I agree with him in that you should try to get help, should try antidepressants and should try talking with your peers. It sure can help. But there is a limit to how much a mind can take. Life itself is torture for some people.

[@seabreezed]

Yeah people who say suicide is selfish have never experienced or don’t have the capacity to understand what it’s actually like to live with depression, as that person they are criticizing.

[@funkdocc7880]

To me its sounds like " You gotta keep living in this hell coz, I don't wan't to feel your pain ''

[@tommyjones1357]

Suicide is selfish. Get help. People care, man. There are other options. Suicide is not the answer. I promise you, things can get way better than you can even imagine. Your judgement is skewed during depression. You can do his, my brothers. Keep up the good fight.

[@funkdocc7880]

@@tommyjones1357 are you calling my father selfish

[@tommyjones1357]

@@funkdocc7880 Damn, dude. Sorry to hear. It was not a good thing to do.

[@rbfresh1424]

I just broke down into tears i always use to think about how to end it all. God bless this man 🙏

[@GodotOfficial]

To everyone watching this video, please don't lose hope. Life can and will get better. Last year, I was at the absolute worst period of my depression and anxiety, which I had for over 10 years. Rather than accept that I would always be a broken man or worse, I did everything I could to break the cycle. I undertook therapy and committed myself to it (I previously stopped myself from going to therapy), I severely limited all forms of social media (except KZbin and occasionally Instagram), I watched all kinds of videos to educate myself further (Jordan Peterson motivated me so much), I got into a regular fitness regime at home, I distanced myself from toxic friends and I reconnected with close friends. I also got into a career that I've long wanted to get into. One year later and I not only remember what life was like before depression but now I am living my best life after depression. Even when I am struggling, I know now what to do before it spirals out of control and that is to seek help.

[@MWorsa]

Life seems extremely bleak to me right now, work I hate, can’t think of any work that I could even stand to do. What career did you get into?

[@marysanders123]

@@MWorsa same

[@muntahimahmud9677]

I tried it a few days ago....still feel the same and have the same suicidal thoughts...took random meds too much that day....I thought it would be enough but it was enough to make me pass out for a whole day and I couldn't stand without support... I wish I was someone better for my parents, my friends and the world

[@shaunschulte2258]

“I wish I was someone better” that’s exactly what my monster looks like. I don’t want to be a better me, I want to be someone else.

[@jeffreyhernandez4890]

Love you friend

[@angelicadizon3022]

i love you

[@mimig6511]

@@shaunschulte2258 Mine is that too. The feeling that no one will be shattered by my loss...It is by watching this and others vids that I realise the fallacy in my belief.

[@theronharmon8912]

Love and prayers to you.

[@cmw8426]

For those in that dark dark place; every single day can feel like a fight for survival. Please congratulate yourself and recognise your achievement that you made it one more day to read this. I know how difficult it can be to just to hold the line until the morning. You have made the world a better place for just being in it for that extra 24 hours. The empathy and heart you can bring to this world directly offsets the hatred and selfishness that others can bring. That is just one of your many gifts. My sincere love and best wishes to you.

[@22staars]

CM W thank you, i really needed to hear this. ❤️

[@KikiMeowKitty]

CM W ❤️

[@luisterrust]

I can relate, it is horrible. But gratitude helped a lot! Have you practiced a gratitude journal?

[@DriscolDevil]

I wish I could believe this.

[@luisterrust]

Amy g have you tried a gratitude journal? I use it every morning for a few minutes and helped me A LOT with overcoming my depression and anxiety ❤️

[@christoskaloudis8800]

Jordan Peterson, you’re a good hearted man. God bless you for being you. I will pray for your well being during this trying time. 🙏

[@tylerzwong3107]

I cries the entire video. I know, I'm of depression kid, I'm 33. this video hits me much that I will fight whatever I can to make me be aware that others are also caring me. I'll explore more and always get back my feet up. One day at a time.

[@godgunscatsweed3022]

Tyler Z Wong you never know what tomorrow might bring 👍🏻

[@tylerzwong3107]

@@godgunscatsweed3022 Thank U very much

[@danejacques2119]

Keep your chin up bud it'll all be okay! :)

[@tylerzwong3107]

@@danejacques2119 Thank you buddy, I will

[@keroknight2989]

I have depressive thoughts for a long long time, I'm struggling every day and it seems there's no end of the deep dark tunnel I'm in. But, this man with his passionate and careful speech has made me feel that I'm not alone into all of this. Thank you sir and may God endure all your life with joy and peace 🙏

[@squirrel_of_mistri8565]

I feel like there is an assumption here that most people have someone who would care if they died. A lot of people don't have that.

[@killjoy8914]

And then there's the ones who don't care if anyone will miss them .

[@squirrel_of_mistri8565]

@@killjoy8914 When people are very depressed, they often believe that no one cares about them, or that people would be better off without them around. With that belief in place, there is no reason for them to think anyone would miss them.

[@deanmckell7423]

People care about people, Squirrel. It is just the way it is, at least this s how I believe.

[@squirrel_of_mistri8565]

@@deanmckell7423 You must be very young.

[@deanmckell7423]

Thanks for the compliment, but you are as young as you feel, squirrel

[@cosimavonliebenau8317]

The old ‘suicide is selfish’ ...... If you’re depressed enough, you feel you’re entitled to be selfish enough to put yourself out of your misery. I totally understand it.

[@lovelight2577]

Thats a myth, most people who kill themselves believe they are doing their friends and family a favor. They think that you are better off without them, and they don't deserve to live. That by continuing to survive, they are being selfish.

[@loka-chan6695]

Love Light Yes what you said is true. It is exacally what I feel. I feel like I’m just pain for the people around me. That I am just in the way, failure, dissapoitment. All I do is hurting, stressing the people I love. My mind says, my mind makes be belive that every person I love with be more happy without me. Their stress. Inside I belive this but I’m trying to change it. I whould never want to make my loved one, mom, dad, my sisters, friends sad or having pain.

[@presidente8822]

When simply the fact of being alive is painful, then death seems to be the only way. There is nothing selfish in this act, only devastation and struggle.

[@moek9952]

Loka- Chan praying for you brother. I’m in the same boat and wish well upon you in and your future. Know that you are very valuable to me and everybody around you. You are loved man. You may not see it but you are and one day you are gonna start a family and see the beauty of life. Suicide isn’t the option man. There’s so much more to life to experience, and life itself wants you to experience it. Times will get tough and it may be extremely dark but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. Keep fighting brother, I’m praying for your wellbeing. You got this man, take it day by day and try improve by 1 percent. Wish you the best on your journey!

[@loka-chan6695]

Moe K Thank you man. Hope the best for you too❤️❤️ We fight together🦾🦾

[@IOWEHIMME]

Even though I know I have no one, and no one who loves me, I at least know I’m not in this misery by myself.. I appreciate you guys’ stories, it makes me feel less crazy and more human.. I’ve attempted suicide several times as a teenager, and I woke up every time, and I can’t believe I even made it to 34, I never thought I would.. I’m the only child without any siblings and I lost both of my parents as a preteen/teen, and now I have 2 teenagers of my own and I don’t want to leave them how my parents left me.. Please pray for me that I muster up the courage to continue on, if for no other reason, simply for my kids sake.

[@jaelyng6156]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@peaceindeed6069]

🙏

[@ravindudissanayake8432]

Stay strong ❤️

[@TheBuri00]

Keep fighting. Remind yourself everyday that there is a new good memory waiting to be made with your kids. A new good memory to be made with someone who will be in your life for a moment or a lifelong friend you’ve yet to meet. You might even have a chat with someone who you don’t know feels the same way you do, bring some joy to their day and give them the strength to keep going because you made them feel like they weren’t invisible. We’re all here with you angry and asking “what is wrong with me?” You are not alone so keep fighting with us

[@thomasphilip8916]

Change your diet to plant base for a a month and see what happened , depression is caused by 2 reasons environmental reason like problems in your family, fake friends , toxic relationships or second reasons is physical illness meaning theres inflammation in your brain messing up your chemical balance or even could be nutrient deficiency in your body.

[@birdyjireh6391]

I'm not even listening to a word he is saying. I'm just playing his voice in the background cause he always calms me. He's everything my friends and family could never be.❤

[@lookhowlongnameis]

Seeing jordan peterson cry just hits so hard. His a truly incredible human.

[@idagranath5739]

This is going to sound really cliche but I’ve been in a really dark place for a really long time and I have more than once thought about ending it. I felt like I had no choice, I felt like I was trapped and that nobody could help me. I tried to talk to people and every time I left feeling very disappointed and misunderstood. I tried to change my appearance, my routines, my life-goals and it gave me nothing. I felt empty and hollow, like I was a shell of a person or a brainless zombie. Nothing around me left an imprint in me, I never felt happy about something, sad about something. I never felt hunger or like I had to sleep, yet I could feel myself starving and I was losing my mind from not sleeping. This video by it self hasn’t saved me, I did that myself, but it definitely started a thought-process which led to a long and difficult journey to a better mindset. It was the little pebble that left rings in a pond. I have to thank you for that

[@prodtenace]

how is it know? please answer

[@idagranath5739]

@@prodtenace I'm gonna be honest, my life isn't perfect, but neither is anyone else's. I still have pretty bad days sometimes, but they are nothing compared to what they used to be. In short, I'm in a much happier place, the good days outnumber the bad ones, and I feel a lot better. A lot. I think the biggest change in me is that I've learnd to let things go, to not hold on to painful memories and events that nobody except me remember. I've also started to accept who I truly am and to stop trying to change myself to make me feel like I belong. When you're only focused on trying to please others and forget yourself, one will eventually break. I refuse to let that happen again, even if it makes me feel selfish at times. So, yeah, I appreciate your comment, thank you :)

[@prodtenace]

@@idagranath5739 thank you so much. didn't even notice I mispelled now lol yeah, I was feeling awfully bad the time I wrote the comment. I developed depression a week ago from really idiotic reasons, and I am basically hoping that I bounce back to the human I once was before (never had depression). guess that reading about people having depression for 25 years didn't help much. I just wanna get out of it forever. I was very curious, let's say I somehow intentionally got myself in (sounds triggering, I know) and now I know the deep torment. Don't wanna return ever. again, thanks for taking the time to respond. I appreciate it and hope you will continue going. keep in mind everybody has days such as yours, and the feeling you have then is just a feeling, it's never gonna be forever.

[@BabySonicGT]

Wow

[@lionheart6294]

About 4 years ago I was in a dark place …life decided to throw everything it could possibly throw at me.. The first time Peterson caught my attention was just about a year before all that as I was so into psychology ..and fast forward a year after that I spiraled into a dark place mentally so I came here in KZbin and clicked on one video,I binged watched every lecture video and interview he had out there.His words went deep and gave me the boost I needed to keep fighting as I did ..and I still do til this day,I will always look up to this man and the wisdoms willing to share,he doesn’t care about money or material things,he genuinely cares about people and that is extremely rare! Thank you Mr Peterson 🙏

[@aishwaryapotdar1348]

I've been having such a rough time. There's been a lot of depression in our family too, Jordan. It's so hard. God save us.

[@aaronnally2660]

I’m watching this after my fathers recent passing . He was sick with cancer and we cared for him for months before he went . During his care I felt the strong feelings of guilt and remorse and feeling I wasn’t a good enough son , that I should have done better . I spent his last moments with him . Told him what needed to be said . His pain meds on hospice made him a loopy and not with it . But I know he understood me . The father and son bond is very strong . And now that he’s gone I’m finding myself trying to pick up the pieces of myself . But I don’t know how

[@tc5290]

I hope you’ve managed to keep things going in life

[@user-zs5of5en5o]

I’ve postponed my suicide every day from about 13 until 30. On my 30th birthday, in Iraq of all places, in the middle of an all out war, I’ve had an epiphany. It’s like Almighty God reached out and smacked me in the back of the head. From one second to the next it all went away. I’ve acquired a new purpose. My eyes opened on many things. It’s been a wild ride since. I’ve heard that when you are close to death, you get a new appreciation for life.

[@aamnaahmed5087]

indeed you're right. Wow you're rly brave, im proud of u and happy ur still alive today. May God bless you and grant u the best in both worlds. ameen

[@user-zs5of5en5o]

Yo Fam how come atheists are always angry?

[@user-zs5of5en5o]

@@albusdumbledoritos7190 You are right. You don't come across angry at all. I wonder what gave me that impression...

[@peaceandhonesty3516]

Yo Fam if you're not angry at the very least you're not happy and to answer the inevitable next question you may ask, how do I know? Because happy people don't go around trying to rob others of their happiness and/or contentment.

[@aboundinggrace7029]

Jesus Loves you, don't give up

[@timdetmers3240]

I struggle with depression and have my whole life long. I face serious health and financial problems and I do think about suicide. What stops me is my sister, who I loved very very much. I watched her die of cancer, in pain, it was horrible. But I remember in her last days she said she would give anything to live just one more day, to stay with the people she loves for just one more day. I saw how precious life was to her and I cannot take my own life when I think about how much just one day of life meant to her. I think it would be disrespectful to my sister. How can I take my own life when my sister would have given anything for just one more day? I can't ..... I love my sister too much to do that. Even in death she is saving my life. Isn't that a miracle?

[@timalwran1068]

My name is also Tim. I was very close to my sister as well. I watched her die a painful death from pancreatic cancer. Today, and for months, I have been battling depression and being pulled toward suicide - tried nearly everything possible to fill the empty void. Gratitude, meditation, pills, therapy, mushrooms, TMS, volunteering, EMDR....nothing has helped. But the fact that I found this and the synchronicity of the circumstances tells me that God/Source and the energy of my late sister is saying just hang on. Tim, thank you. Tim

[@kamparkerpersonaltrainer4817]

It is a wonderful tribute to your sister!

[@ezekield6526]

I've been hurt so many times all my family kept on putting me away for the longest time but this video helped thank you thank you so much

[@mattsimpson398]

Wow...I really really needed this. This video just changed my life. I lost my girlfriend of 12 yrs and my two dogs during covid and it changed my life forever. I also got sick myself after their passing and I'm still currently trying to get better. I have never experienced love loss to this degree in such a short period of time while being sick during a global pandemic so it desicrated my mind body and soul and just my existence period. With that being said it threw my depression into high gear. Depression is a cancer, especially really deep suicidal depression. I just want to thank whoever created this video, I owe you! And I hope more people like me find what or a video like this that changes the way they feel inside like this video did for me. Sometimes thats all it takes. One person with the right message to set you in the right direction.

[@theanonymoushelpline7248]

💖🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 Bless you 💖💖💖🙏🏽

[@kelsyomorrow6555]

Hey, I hope you’re doing okay. Thinking of you.

[@byunbaekhyun8443]

Two years ago I was a different person. I spent my days being positive, feeling happy, always hopeful. I had the emotional capacity to feel for people, to almost always give second chances. I had confidence in the fact that I’ll have an intact family. I loved my friends. And then things started happening one by one. I got into a relationship that pretty much sucked the light out of me. My thoughts were no longer positive. I struggled to even feel happy. I had to battle negative thoughts about myself and the future. We broke up. There was no apology…nothing, but blame being pushed on me. I had to swallow the lack of closure. As if it wasn’t hard enough the world denied me of justice. We had common friends. I shared with them what had happened. Cried my eyes out in front of them. I explained the pain I felt…what did they do? They ignored me. Rubbed salt in my wound. Sided with him. As if I could handle it…as if I felt no pain. I struggled. So, so hard. Then next thing I know my mom is telling me she’ll divorce my dad for sure. She doesn’t know when, but it’ll happen. That feeling of impending doom just overwhelmed me. I’m going to have a fractured identity…a person belonging to two homes but never to a family. My identity is going to change. And this is happening as I struggle against previous events and am in the middle of figuring out life (im graduating from college soon). But all I got when I cried in front of my mom was a condescending look. My emotions being downplayed as overreactive and irrational. I have lost everything. My happiness, friends, family. What do I have left? What can I look forward to? More pain? People say bad things make you a better person. Am I? A better person? I hardly feel that way. Now I’m just a person broken beyond repair and no one probably wants to be there “fixing” a person like me. I’ve tried. I’ve really tried. Being a young adult doesn’t mean I can deal with it all easily. I’m emotionally exhausted and no one knows. I’m invisible to them. No matter how hard or how many times I cry out…show them my wounds it doesn’t matter. They don’t care. I’m just over reacting…I should be able to take it…I don’t know how much more I can take.

[@pjpammyj4037]

Beyun, Your post brought me to tears. I felt as though you were talking about me... Everyone that I am privileged to know, my family, my friends, are wonderful. They love me and would do anything for me. I have a great therapist, have been on antidepressants (which really just numb me, I truly believe that God is the only one who really loves me, I think about being with Him and others who have gone before me all the time. I live with physical pain from Crohn's disease, which is another issue I feel I burden my family with. I understand, and I will pray for you, please pray for me. Thank you for your honesty, the truth is hard, but I believe if more people were honest, we wouldn't feel so alone on this matter.

[@rct_34-68]

We are never alone. I’m here if you need someone to talk to

[@voiceful3050]

Peoplr do love and care about you and what you are going through, they just dont know how to express it in a healthy way. I can't say that it will change everything in your life, but Neville Goddard books opened my mind and gave me hope in some of my darkest time.

[@sahilchhabra2391]

As i saw this, I felt like someone just told my story in their words. I was too a confident, cheerful, fun loving person. I had amazing friends at college, motivated for studies but most imp of them all, I had my gf with me whom I loved more than anything. But suddenly things started to change, she started to change and suddenly we broke up caz she realised she never loved me, she just didn't wanted her best friend (me) to get hurt. IT FCKIN BROKE ME. Our common friends sided with her even though It wasn't my fault at all and I was hurting really bad, she didn't. Then My family discovered that my sis is suffering through depression and trauma which caused her to fail The CA final exam which she prepared for so long . All my families attention went to her, so I didn't want to worry them more. My sis literally told my mom that she wd kill herself and do not care what wd happened to us after that. This broke my mom so bad and I had to see them both suffer and I cdnt do anything caz I myself is struggling to be alive. Why things had to be so fckin hardd...

[@rogerlong6717]

I hope you find peace within yourself Beyun and send much love to you. I myself suffer with depression and anxiety since losing my dad and I go to the gym and cycle which helps. Im always there if you need a friend. x

[@persephonemaeve2704]

I had crippling depression all of my life. So much abuse and ptsd to recover from. I’ve had to become my own best friend. The best tips I have for anyone needing help is to see your doctor first step. Avoid alcohol and drugs. Eat the most nutritious food you can afford. When you wake up have a shower first thing. Listen to music instead of watching tv. Limit phone/internet time drastically. Go outdoors atleast once a day and try to walk around the block. Be kind and patient with yourself. Consider every small step a victory. Keep your house tidy. Break tasks down into small bite size chunks so you can accomplish things easier. Expect some bad days but also expect some good days 💕💕💕

[@GhostMonkey772]

"And there was a woman who had had a discharge of blood for twelve years, and though she had spent all her living on physicians, she could not be healed by anyone. She came up behind him and touched the fringe of his garment, and immediately her discharge of blood ceased. And Jesus said, “Who was it that touched me?” When all denied it, Peter[b] said, “Master, the crowds surround you and are pressing in on you!” But Jesus said, “Someone touched me, for I perceive that power has gone out from me.” And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling and falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace.”

[@natureandhappiness3846]

Going outdoors is a good way to soothe your mood. Nature boosts mood.

[@stbern16]

Do you mind if I copy this to FB friends only, with credit

[@lovathon6365]

I listen more than I think many others do, to others. I was fortunate enough to have someone listen to me during my darkest hours, and I could never imagine not being there for someone - regardless of my connection to them, because if I never had the help in my position, I probably would not be around today. Be there for someone, you never know what they're going through and what the outcome may be.

[@filippians413]

Jordan Peterson has recovered (for the most part). Just wanted to share that good news.

[@kierancaldwell3442]

I didn't know but that's awesome. 😀👍

[@northernu.s.a3995]

He is doing awesome!

[@rubyparra9112]

Depression. Im depressed because i was not gifted , i was always the slow kid, the idiot, and people are just better than me and im not useful

[@corad.2535]

@@rubyparra9112 I am sorry about that. Hopefully you are doing better by now🤗 I wish you enough strenght and hope to handle this😊

[@salt_h2o_girl]

Recovered from what?

[@JJJJ-he8bz]

When you really get to the point we’re your ready to take your life you just don’t care anymore. It takes so much to get that point when you’re done your done.

[@hackedagain3421]

I do hope you're still here JJ JJ

[@fc4660]

Imagine if the way you felt was nothing to do with you but you’re picking up all the negativity that is around you, and it looks like it’s your problems that are insurmountable but it’s not. You could be sensitive to everything and everyone else. Try to find a speaking meditation that clears your energy field. Shelley Esler has short very effective clearings and healings on here. Over and over. It doesn’t take effort but try to listen to it. And break your downward cycle in your head. A walk, sport, watching something you loved. Anything that just gives you a pause, you need a pause. You deserve a good life and we can start reaching it for it once we feel better. Slowly, gently, in your time. ♥️

[@JJJJ-he8bz]

Flora MacDonald I’ve literally tried everything they say. It’s like I’m in a black hole they say once you cross the edge of a black hole you can never escape not even light because the gravity is so strong that you literally can’t escape the center of the black hole anymore than you can escape the next day because all paths lead down to the singularity the point in which all physics break down and your crushed. My depression is like that I’ve already fallen in it and I can’t escape my suicide I know it’s coming.

[@ladyz2655]

@@JJJJ-he8bz Hey, are you still here? Have you tried talking to someone - Bro, please don't give up. Please, please don't kill yourself. Respond when you can, I hope you're still here. How long have you felt like this? It's impossible to know you'll feel like this forever, so don't assume that. You're not in a black hole, that's inescapable. This is escapable, this is treatable, you 100% will not feel like this forever. I hope you're doing better, even if it's just a little. I hope you can understand your value because you do have it mate, and it's limitless. Respond when you can, breathe

[@JJJJ-he8bz]

@@ladyz2655 just doing the best I can I appreciate your concern

[@oooohsnaaaap]

Going to the hospital doesn't help. At least not in my experience. The place they send you makes you even more depressed and feeling worthless.

[@hansschoendorfer9811]

That has not been my experience. In the depths of depression, I've felt safe in a hospital.

[@godallowsuturns679]

You can do it! Whether it’s genetic or not, you have it and you have to deal with it. If dealing with it was easy, channels like these would not exist. It is not as simple as popping a pill or going on a vacation like some people think. It is serious but it is curable. Some of us have access to good healthcare while others do not but ultimately, from my experience, I changed my diet, took special vitamins and Christian therapy. I found out that it is true. People who suffer from depression have a special purpose in life. There is a mission that you need to get done but the depression does not let you see what it is. You are unique because you see pain where others don’t, you are perceptive to a person’s good intentions, you are extremely analytical and would never hurt another intentionally. Are there a lot of people like you out there? Absolutely not! Do you feel the world would be better if it did? Yes! Because people would be more loving and sensitive to each other’s needs. That is the reason you are here! The question is, through what venue are you going to help heal this world? Jesus has given you plenty of causes: racism, abortion, suicide prevention, world hunger, child abuse, domestic violence, alcoholism, drug use, human trafficking, police brutality, cancer, animal cruelty...and the list goes on and on. You are passionate for at least one of those issues, but who do you think, does not want you to complete your mission? Remember that this is a spiritual world and the Bible says that we battle with the forces we don’t see, so clearly it is the devil who does not want you to complete your mission. Are you going to let him win? It’s up to you👍

[@bimscutney1242]

The hospitals try hard but their main goal is to stabilize you and get you on meds or adjust your meds. The average psych ward stay is about a week. They’re pressured to turnover beds. You get pushed back out the door and you’re really not ready to get back into life. Then you crash and burn again and up back in the hospital. Then it’s a miserable experience of medication roulette and side effects surprise. With me it got to the point where they tried so many meds in such a short period that I was super self conscious going to the pharmacy thinking everyone who worked there felt sorry for me. I’m stable but I never truly feel good for any length of time. With the closing of most of the state hospitals there really is no long term in patient treatment programs unless you have amazing insurance or are wealthy. I’ve seen people turned away from mental health programs after a few days absolutely distraught because their insurance wouldn’t pay for treatment any longer. You could see it in the employees faces as well that they were heartbroken for them. The mental health system is broken.

[@pauleng883]

The most evil hospitals on earth are the ones that "treat" mental health.

[@marinaSt11]

In my country and in my experience hospitals do not respect patients who are struggling with mental health. If you're in due to a suicide attempt, doctors and nurses will treat you purposefully bad and some of them might even legitimately insult you or shame you for trying to take your own life. If you show up to a hospital and confess you want to commit suicide and that you have plans they'll send you to the psych ward, where you for sure will get treated poorly again. People, even the ones supposed to help us, are annoyed at depressed people for being like this. Hospitals offer nothing.

[@dave-oh3549]

My partner killed herself suddenly last Wednesday. The amount of devastation she left behind is indescribable. I wish she realised just how much she was loved and just reached out. I would have stopped everything I was doing and taken care of her until she got the professional help she needed. R.I.P. My beautiful Kayla.

[@tomthehighlandexplorer8085]

I think I'm at the stage where not being here is more exciting than being here...when you have no friends or family you can't really be excited to wake up each day...anxiety has ruined me and my life...I hope everyone is having a wonderful day...I might not be right now but I wish you all the best in yours

[@waynejg1365]

Anxiety has ruined my life as well , when my wife divorced me because my anxiety issue , in the vows in sickness and health many bolt on sickness , I've been swimming upstream for too many years , now my dad just died the pain never stops

[@tomthehighlandexplorer8085]

@@waynejg1365 I feel the pain I lost my parents..brother and sisters..each day is a struggle

[@Johnhealey-]

I am in the same boat and have had enough now. Goodbye

[@paulwysoczynski6952]

Completely understand some people the pain is too much and there is no help it just leaves one option

[@Nb_edu]

I wish the best to all the people struggling with these feelings. Who feels it knows it.

[@ayOtrigga]

Jordan Peterson has had a great influence on my life and how I perceived life in general. He’s helped me out of some tough times without even knowing it. The hate he gets makes me feel so sorry for him because he has the best intentions in his heart. One of the greatest intellectuals of this generation. God bless his soul.

[@ellav.7628]

Reading all these comments and being able to relate to others in a way helps me not feel alone. It gives me a sense of community since I have no one to relate to in real life. Fighting everyday of my life to get through yet another damn day of suffering and pain. Mentally exhausted is an understatement.

[@klanderkal]

Yes,.. as I feel the same. Thank you for your reply. I with you, in the suffering of anhedonia from depression, Stress from anxiety, and insomnia from everything. They all hit you hard.... 🙏4U!... 🙏me....🙏all of us.!

[@tailgatetails]

Jordan Peterson is a true Godsend! This man is truly a Saint!!!

[@darthvader1417]

this video and seeking help is what brought me out of my suicidal depresssion. i would put this video on repeat for 8+ hours during my work days. now i'm in a better place, I want to thank my friends, co workers, and my boss for helping me when i was at my lowest place and helping me trudge through it

[@inspirationalguy81]

10 Tips to help tackle depression: 1. First and foremost see your family/ general practitioner. Get referred to professional help. 2. Get off all bad addictions especially drug addictions including caffeine, nicotine and toxins like alcohol. This also includes gambling and debt. If struggling then get professional help. 2. Correct your sleep routine and sleep early and wake up early as sleep can have a significant impact on your mental wellness. 3. Get therapy and counseling for help tackling deep rooted issues. This can also include alternative therapies like hypnosis, CBT etc. 4. Correct your diet by keeping away from processed foods, refined carbohydrates and sugars. 5. Aerobic exercise and resistance training is great for producing endorphins or "feel good" hormones and will help improve self confidence. 6. Try and get a good work-life balance. Do not allow work to take over your life as this can cause much misery. 7. Surround yourself with nature as much as you can. 8. Live for a higher purpose. Whether that be divine, or at the service of others in terms of volunteering to help the poor and needy or for those who care about you like family and friends. 9. Meditate. This can be very beneficial for the mind in bringing clarity and focusing on the important things. 10. Know that you are special and unique and that the negative, dark moods and emotions do not define you as a person. Don't let negativity rule your life. Be positive and look at the bigger picture. Fear and negativity is only limited to your own mind and perception. It is not real. You can think whatever you want to think so let positivity rule your life.

[@LordOfTheZombiez]

All the things you said are correct, but to most of us, all that seems unobtainable.

[@kenneththompson8933]

Far too simplistic..life is much more complex than this list

[@somethingclever8916]

It can be that simple. Depression is a chemical imbalance but its the thoughts that will kill you. This helps distract your thoughts. Do a little today A little tomorrow A little more after that

[@AndreasDelleske]

LordOfTheZombiez Asking for help and walking an hour a day at least in Nature WILL help. Even if it takes a year. If you are in a bad surrounding, try to „escape“ if you need to protect you. Be kind to yourself everyone.

[@brokendreamchaser399]

11. Believe in an afterlife

[@dgchvz]

If you have meds you’re not taking PLEASE TAKE THEM. I was off for a year and a half and did everything to isolate myself and push away the people that cared for me. I started again and after now I am actually seeing all the damage I’ve caused to myself. I pretty much ruined my life for no reason. Doing nothing is all for nothing. Fight for your life.

[@tylerchristensen9684]

All the people I personally know that took antidepressants aren't here anymore. That may have worked for you but it doesn't work for most.

[@khamrei]

@@tylerchristensen9684 that's because it's treatable. There is such a thing as medication/therapy resistant depression. I'm sorry for your loss. I've recently been diagnosed with clinical/Major Depressive Disorder/Severe Depression and I have hope that it will work. I'm only 23 but I know I don't want to die at this moment. So even if people tell me the medication won't work or it's just a waste of money, I'm still going to try. I've noticed lately that when I get too over stimulated and frustrated or very upset the thought pops in my head just for a moment. So hearing and learning all of this is the first step to REALLY understanding what I'm (and others) are dealing with. I'm currently waiting for my prescription. My mom said some really hurtful things today so I'm educating myself to avoid the feeling of uselessness and hopelessness. For anyone else who may come across my comment. Try the medication, try therapy. Switch medication and therapists if you have to and keep this video in mind when you're feeling down. It's weird but since 11 my reason for not wanting to die was "think of all the food you haven't eaten/tasted yet" it's a child's way of putting it off " until tomorrow ". I've had multiple failed attempts since 11 years old but it's been 4 years since I last was in that dark space. Now that I know what I know. I'm not going to give up on myself and fall into the hurtful words others say or the thoughts I think about myself. YOU ARE LOVED.❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Mashfan6507]

I was on meds but SSRI’s are dangerous so I stopped taking them

[@IamLaZzzy]

I experienced betrayal. Jordan peterson saved me. And he is still saving me up to this day through these videos. And i am gonna be forever thankful. How i wish i can talk to him in person.

[@dubh_glas95]

I keep coming back to this video whenever I’m depressed or suicidal. Helps put things into prospective

[@tambert3897]

You are worth investing your time in. Don't give up. I have been to some dark places. I understand. When the sun shines outside whenever it does around you, go out and let it shine on your face. Reach out for help. Don't be ashamed. You want to live. The evidence is that you keep coming back to this video. I believe in you.

[@LoneWolfOfHouseStark1989]

Ditto my friend. We will get better!

[@saltbae1789]

Listening to him, it's clear. He understands what depression is like. T_T

[@rajindarsingh1417]

Thanks. I’m in this journey. I just switched chairs from a perfect life to a total hell . I still have everything. I have PTSD , anxiety & now clinical depression. I’m on homeopathy meds & has helped with sleep but still reluctant on anti depressants. Although I’m sleeping better but I’m now seeing things in a darker perspective… the S word has occurred. I never want to do it. I’m really am in trouble. I talk to everyone but I’m not successful with myself. My support is gr888. Mr Peterson, your voice matters. Keep helping. I really wanted to talk to my hypnotherapist friend today but it’s his birthday & don’t want to bog him with negativity. I was never sad but now … almost all the time when I’m alone.

[@OGDrBigB]

My biological father took his own life when I was 11. I'm 23 now and still think about him daily.

[@richardjones7984]

It is very sad that he did that but not your fault. I had a friend who played in Asian Dub Foundation whose father announced to the family he was going to drink himself to death and he did so. There was nothing the family could do to dissuade him. We wrote a song about it. In my life my son has abandoned me although I did nothing to deserve it and so you are a better son to your father than my son is to me. As an old person I struggle trying to survive on my own without any help from my family. They all deserted me when I became a Whistleblower or in other words when I did something really good. I think the best option is to be compassionate towards yourself and others and realize that our society is deeply flawed and as a result we are all a bit damaged.

[@andreybakalenko2378]

❤️

[@lukefraser3573]

I lost my mum at 13 and 25 now. I also think of her everyday. Speak about her at any given opportunity and keep her memory alive. I don’t blame her anymore I understand it I just wish it didn’t happen

[@wes11bravo]

My dad killed himself when I was in my 30s and it still tears me up. I have the same crushing depression, all his sisters have been hospitalized for depression. My daughter definitely keeps me going - I would break her heart if I followed my dad's path and I'm not going to do that, no matter how bad things are for me.

[@kellybrooks7583]

🙏

[@freemindas]

You have got to break that cycle man. I am sure you can be the saviour !

[@vrozim2617]

I'm so sorry man

[@deanmckell7423]

Wes, you are spot on when you have chosen not to go the way that your dad did. I am sorry to hear that. Your daughter is your rock and you are also hers at the same time. I am 52 but was involved in an accident at 16(body, head injury) so emotions for me are sometimes very hard to control so I get it, in a way. Keep on heading straight down the road, Wes! Dean

[@VV-kv2hv]

@@deanmckell7423 God bless you mate.

[@matthewtedeschi5646]

As someone who's suffers from depression since I was kid I'm going to show this to my best friend who also suffers from depression

[@D.Z.G.]

This video helped and possibly saved my life. I can’t see what the future holds but for right now I owe this next bridge of hope to Jordan Peterson and this video. The world is better with you here.

[@allistorkirkland7101]

I know he won’t ever see this comment, but thank you Jordan. Watching this video hurt, a lot, but I needed to see it. Thank you, and I hope your pain fades a bit for you

[@bantifa6879]

This has just made me reconsider what i though was a certainty, i have been through such a fucking terrible time in my head, ive lost everything, girlfriend, job, home,dignity,self worth, and close friends. This short but strong video has made me realise that if i do take my life, all i would be doing is passing the crippling pain i am going through,onto my kids and the people that i have left who havent abondoned me,and I cant and wont do that ever, thank you so much Dr Peterson, you have really saved my life, and also that of my loved ones. I truly owe you my life,and i will seek the help I need, to get my head and life back in order. Dan

[@jardo1234]

You can do this. Let the past go. Move forward

[@youknowwhoiam1314]

I literally live for my daughter. That is actual to the extreme. If I did not have her then I would end it and this torment would be done. Guys like him give you hope that maybe there is hope. I can't stand that people crucify him just because he has an opinion. Thank you for trying

[@lathanharper1680]

Dealing with depression isn't easy. It's very difficult in the sense that even if I try and do something about it something always comes up and messes up my positive progress. Like he said in this video "I would be less of a burden if I just disappeared. After my father passed away everyone in my family went there separate ways. My father's last wish was for us to remain close and remain a family. I hope my father can forgive me.

[@OlgaSmirnova1]

As sad as you can be, just think your life is not your own, you can’t take it! Think of the suffering of Christ ask God for strength to carry your burden!

[@chuchonchuchon7640]

I'm still here for my boys (5 and 3) I would do anything for them. But there are still times of hopelessness, but working to get better 🙌

[@DisparityOfBeliefAndTruth]

The depth of misery in depression is very well explained here. There are times when even the thought of being sad seems like a waste of time and energy. Then, there are other times when I feel like my death would not even be a blip on any radar. It would be days before it would even be noticed, and that would only be because of the stench, not because I was noticed as missing.

[@montesa9136]

Same as most of us

[@SuperStudying]

Keep going please... It is ALWAYS a trap. We are human, that is a wonderful blessing, but failures do happen, and besides - the body and the brain are too complex for us to fully understand. Something goes on inside - but yes - it can get better. Don't lose the chance at recovery people. Circumstances can change, a random thought you have may trigger a GOOD pattern in your brain, you will once again feel your soul, feel alive, and things can get into place. Professional help DOES help, and - most importantly - from my experience, miracles in mental health (and our lives and futures as a result) DO happen. Just my opinion. Tom and anyone else reading, if you are struggling, please email me at [e-mail] so we can exhange words of support if you don't mind, but what I really beg you to do is DO what can make you recover, even if it seems impossible! All the best from Russia, stay safe all of you.

[@cassandramartin8942]

It's really hard to get help, it's so expensive. I have to work to afford the help, I know what I have to do but it really takes time and holding on. Love to anyone who feels this way, hold on and get help even if it takes time.