Keep calm and quarantine // How I'm coping

[@laurieanne9179]

I would love an ASMR/meditation channel from you, Mia!

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Awesome, definitely considering it!

[@KelseyKoala]

I have very severe social anxiety and agoraphobia, I've basically been living the quarantine lifestyle for about 2.5 years already. I don't think I've ever felt so connected to the world at large, hearing everyone support each other and talk about how challenging it is to be isolated has made me feel kinda validated.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

We might be isolated, but not alone!

[@mimithompson7188]

I thought it was just me. :O

[@KelseyKoala]

@@mimithompson7188 I think there's a lot more of us than it seems.. We're all just too scared to talk to each other 🙃

[@andreacharlton2696]

I discovered this channel today and for the first time since my binge eating disorder began, I finally feel like it doesn’t control me anymore and I can recover. You have built such a kind community here and I am glad to be a part of it. ❤️💙

[@katiesmith9035]

Agreed on the bed making Mia, even through all the ups and downs I always remember to make my bed every morning. Another thing I am doing while in isolation is to make sure I "get dressed" each morning. I find that if I never change out of my PJ's all day I have the mindset of just screw everything pretty much. Even just yoga pants and comfy sweater, I find I am much more positive and productive.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Yes, completely agree with this, am doing that too!

[@chloefox1057]

I feel like this quarantine has played havoc with my ED. Ive felt the ED thoughts creeping back, using self isolation as a means to fuel it. Not being able to go out due to lock down has my eating disorder interpreting that as ‘you can’t go out and buy food for yourself at this time so you’ll have to restrict’ and even if I do the food I feel comfortable with right now in recovery isn’t available due to panic buying so can’t stick to a meal plan. Its a nightmare. Felt like I was in a much more positive place before this happened. Keep telling myself people are in far worse situations right now but it still sucks because I can feel myself getting sick again. Thanks for this video Mia😘xx

[@Olhildr]

Watching your videos every now and then serves me as an eating disorder check-in. I have been weight restored for almost 6 years but I am still making progress on various fronts. I am happy to say that I see a significant advancement in my attitude towards food since the beginning of the year, spearheaded by forgiveness for everything I did to myself and my body in the past.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

So happy to hear this, you definitely deserve forgiveness.

[@SP-kk5nj]

Due to the social implications of the lockdown situation I’ve reverted back to very severe ed behaviours, my dr told me that my situation is “not conducive to life” (although I think that’s pretty extreme tbh)... before the lockdown scenario I was only having 2 ‘safe foods’ but now they are no longer available I’m stuck. I’ve had to go back on prescription replacements and trying to stop a MH assessment (which can enforce ip legally), this is last thing I need as it will just make things (mentally) so much worse. If only the shops were stocked this wouldn’t be happening. I know a lot of people with autism are in the same situation too, because of selfish stockpilers 😥

[@athenatanyimin4035]

I have a pet succulent plant named Cinnamon and she has been one of my best friends right now cause my other friends have abandoned me - so thank you Cinnamon! 💕

[@jazzinboulder5888]

Athena Tan Yi Min I moved to a smaller city to wait this out since I wasn’t working anyway and bought an orchid so there would be another living thing here besides me. She’s pretty cool too. Perhaps we could set up a video playdate for them?

[@athenatanyimin4035]

@@jazzinboulder5888 Ooh that'd be great! How can we make that happen? 😃

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

That is awesome! We love Cinnamon.

[@athenatanyimin4035]

@@WhatMiaDidNext Thanks Mia! Your support really means a lot to me! 😊

[@carablake4865]

I love the Lola footage! What a sweetie. I live in the Seattle area, restrictions here are quite strict. I am lucky enough to have been able to work from home the past few weeks. What I have been doing to help keep structure and manage stress has been taking my dogs for walks (I have 3!) around the neighborhood at the end of my shift (which is allowed here as long as you keep proper social distancing). Thank you for the video and your comforting words. My best wishes to you and your family.

[@joey7116]

Bed always looks and feels more comfortable when you've made it

[@jazzinboulder5888]

Random thoughts, not in order of importance: I have never seen a live wombat before, that’s kind of cool although I’m sure annoying. Yes, please do ASMR, would be so lovely! Love the soft tinkly music in the background, makes it even more calming and relaxing. I had an extremely hard last year and have been also finding myself more resourceful than I would have expected. I think it’s at least partly because everyone else is now immersed in uncertainty too and I don’t feel like the odd one out.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

I completely feel you on that last point - it's like other people have caught up with my normal.

[@hilarybilary9145]

I've heard a lot of people say that this time is particularly difficult for those with eating disorders. While I agree in some respects I think it is actually helping me a lot. It's forcing me to slow down, take each day as it comes, focus on nourishing myself properly and work on my relationship with movement. I thought I would hate being stuck at home but I am actually finding it pretty enjoyable. My dog also brings be a lot of joy (when he isn't been a little shit haha). Thanks for the video Mia!

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

We can definitely find positives in the most difficult situations, just might take a while to notice them. Give your dog a cuddle for me!

[@emmalongo8204]

Not going to lie, this video made me cry for the first time since the virus started. But I think I needed it. Giving myself permission to feel that heaviness is so important. Thank you for these 20 minutes of peace out of my day! I really appreciate it! Namaste :) 🙏

[@slwalling]

I laughing so hard at your impression of a teacher. I am a teacher, and today, I did my first record book reading for my class as we are now doing distance learning. I did that. You have much clear picture/and pointing area than mine. I love it.

[@stephjackson9384]

i'm not coping at all and am struggling to go for my daily walk luckily i have my dog to push me to, i keep my distance and everything its just her walk and back but i'm really really not coping, my intrusive thoughts are working over time and all the doctor will give me is a beta blocker and a crisis number, i can't sleep i sit awake shaking and crying on a night i'm just so greatful i'm with my mum, sister and dog, i can't imagine being alone in this.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Definitely check out my last video if you haven't already. And lean on that support from the people around you!

[@G625-s1c]

i would love asmr from you! guided meditations, book readings, and general soft spoken talks about self care or other topics would be so nice!

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Thanks for the idea!

[@callabeth258]

I fully approve of your movie choice! As a pharmacist I cannot stay home, instead I have to constantly be soothing others instead of my own anxiety. So instead of doing all the things I should when I get home I’m just relaxing because otherwise my brain will fry! Now I want to watch hp... but first, making honey oat bread! It’s my new food obsession!

[@declanauden3717]

Really appreciate you and you're videos. Recovery has been really confusing for me and I keep finding myself falling into bad habits and mindsets, but over the last two years you have been a very appreciated reminder to keep pushing in the right direction. Also guided meditation videos by you sound amazing 🦋💞🌻

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Glad to hear it!

[@soniczforever5470]

Aw lovely room. I feel calmer already. I was in a cycle and not the best. Stopped drinking water and eating altogether, Mum a registered nurse begged me to at least drink some water. Over last night gradually went back to normal. Not as puffy. The posts on the feeds are dangerous for people with eating disorders right now. Was so sick for nine days.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

So happy things are back on track for you. Keep safe.

[@mayasheehan5307]

i would Love if you did meditation/mindfulness videos your voice is so calming it would be fantastic

[@misscaseyjean]

I work in healthcare so I’ve been dealing with the stress on the job on top of feeling overwhelmed by being stuck without any real time to myself at home and everyone at home being anxious and uncertain about the future due to layoffs and adjusting to working from home. I’ve been trying to take advantage of my daily commute and meditating in my car before and after work so that I can get at least a few minutes of alone time each day. I’m also getting my master’s right now so I’m really trying to throw myself into my homework to get out of my head. The new Animal Crossing game also helps lol.

[@misscaseyjean]

Also, I would love guided meditations from you. And those rain sounds were an absolute treat!

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

I'm so glad you've found some things to help you - follow that instinct!

[@PogieJoe]

Your house looks so warm and peaceful! It definitely put me in a good mood.

[@TheBinski]

I LOVE the making bed part. I have to have a made bed at all times and it makes me feel like I'm in a glamorous hotel or bed shop (possibly a Dad reference?) Harry Potter, same here and also all the classics like Pollyanna and The Parent Trap. Bit of a Hayley Mills bender. I think you've made the best decision to live where you will. I can tell you I have zero regrets about getting the hell away from Melbourne! I agree with you about stress and already having seen the worst. This feels awful but, well, it actually can't touch what's already happened so here we are. Quarantine started AGAIN yesterday which is hard. We were so close! Anyway, I live in a beautiful place with acres and acres of garden and a quiet town full of wildlife and VERY noisy birds and downright entitled kangaroos. It's going to be okay... I NEED A NEW TV! There, rant over and by the gods it was a short one. Anyway, back to the horse and then back to the Buffy. LOVE YOU Mia, you'd be a ideal person to be in quarantine with! You've one of the luckiest families. :) xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox Your extended family (i.e. my family) are all sending you love and patronuses.

[@kimh.9124]

That room looks so incredibly cozy... Thank you for your update and for being so refreshingly authentic. Though I’m a rather new subscriber to your channel, your updates are a breath of fresh air for me. I feel like I have had some seasons of great recovery but have also had my fair share of challenging seasons amidst this journey. Your channel and your authentic journey are a present encouragement for me as I have been in a rather extended season of needing to be more intentional and cognizant of fueling myself sufficiently. I really like how you end your day and start your new day with your journal entry.

[@eloisemarie5219]

What a lovely video. Calming. I'm going to sleep now to the sounds of the wombat 🐝🦋💓

[@lindseyneon1771]

Thank you for the laughs and rain sounds. You're the best. :3

[@emily8152]

Yes to ASMR!

[@carryon4123]

What a wonderful video. So happy you are doing alright. So proud of you for getting to this point in your life and mental health. All the best to you and your family! I am so sad that I am struggling so much. It's been really hard that it's been really hard, if that makes sense. Getting out into the world has been something I've had to work so hard on to learn and to do and it helps so much with my dissociation and depression and it's been awful not being able to do that as much. I'm so lucky in so many regards and I count those blessings every day. This is a very blatant ramble about how this is still very hard. ED-recovery has been hard too. But I'm okay. Or I will be. I am calling friends, trying to call at least 1 friend every day and get outside at least once every day. I reached out to my therapist and you just inspired me to send her another e-mail to ask for a (skype-)appointment. I keep busy but also trying to not be too busy, that'll be something I try to focus on today, to get rest. Hope it's okay to ramble this much. Let's stay connected guys. Lots of love to everyone reading this.

[@hal55984]

I hope things get better for you and that you and your family are safe:)

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

It's always okay - keep doing what's working for you and stay safe!

[@anne-claired.7207]

Thank you for sharing your morning writing routine to cultivate gratitude ! I try to list at least 3 things for I was grateful during the day every night before sleeping, this really helps get asleep in a positive mood and sooth dreams to come :) There are some days I can only list 3 things (my required minimum), but other days I can write 15-20 small things that I really liked and made me smile and be happy ;)

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Love that!

[@gabriellapiroskagatos7118]

Thank you Mia, watching from Barcelona! It is quite bad here :( Have not left the house since 13 days. A great opportunity in a way to eat more and not act on it by exercise...Sending you lots of love!

[@raedream6977]

It's all fucked. I'm just happy to see a calm video.

[@bellebigland6449]

Mia, you look glowing in this video! How do you get your skin so great, or are you just naturally blessed? Lol. Thank you for the video, love how relaxing this is, and agree with everyone else that ASMR is a great idea. 😊

[@SB-dk1ty]

This was so calming xxxx

[@chrissy_south75]

Definitely felt calmer & more positive after this chat!!!!!!! Thank you for sharing Mia 😘

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Always!

[@SerenaToxicat]

Your kitty! I lived in a yurt with my Siamese years back. I just had to have my senior chausie euthanized due to lymphoma, but at least now she's safe. It's hard not to think about joining her, though. Yours is adorable, what a love.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

I am so sorry to hear this - she would want you to be safe and well.

[@natashan8606]

Hello Mia. Wow thank you so much for this amazingly inspiritational and super uplifting video! We appreciate it. Please Pretty Please with a cherry on top could you post guided meditations❤ Esspecially to help with Body dismorphia & ED recovery, self love for our body, mind and spirit and relaxing anxiety. Lots of love, light & blessings 😇

[@katespalding2134]

Seriously wobbling but I’ve made a plan for the week and then broken into each day. I’ve broken each day into 4, housework stuff, health and well-being, other stuff like life admin and house decorating. My therapist has also said to try and use this time as an opportunity and imagine what I could feel like in 4 months time if I use this time as part of recovery. Yoga and meditation has become a vital part of my day My therapist also said to try an acknowledge my anxiety and try and use it in a way that would help me.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

These are all such awesome ideas, glad they're helping you.

[@lucyk9136]

Is there music in the background, or am I imagining it?

[@juliebrand]

I'm really grateful for each one on your videos, every one I've seen has help me in different ways through my recovery, thank you

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Happy to help!

[@enamay5934]

Cats literally make the entire world a better place

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Absolutely.

[@ChanelCoco-pk7mp]

Stay safe gorgeous and sending lots of love to you and your loved ones x

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Same back to you!

[@ChanelCoco-pk7mp]

Aww tysm and the place you’re currently staying in looks absolutely heavenly x sending much love x

[@isabelsmit9609]

this helps, thank u 😊

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Glad it helped!

[@katefunnyvideos7427]

Omg please do an ASMR channel!!

[@ZoeShears]

I dont know how I feel to be honest. I know my mental health is really struggling. I dont even want to think about my eating, I swear I am going to be the size of a hippo by the end of this.

[@beitasaavedra5066]

Love you sweetie! I'm in Chile and we are hanging on... winter is coming close and unfourtunately that's great for the virus. At least memes are good

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Sorry to hear that, stay as safe as you can!

[@mrooneyfox]

Wombat Butt Scratching? I've never heard of that band before.

[@DontWantToBeRecognized]

Would love to be all positive and yayyy but sorry nope Non stop b/p but more the b part Mood in my boots Pressure to be getting homeschooling done which I am so NOT close to getting right ( so if you could go ahead and finish reading that wombat book I could show my 4yr old that would be great ;) Having to entertain said 4 year old within the walls of a 1 bedroom flat (yes we have to share a room) Feel super guilty because I'm not getting any of it right and have decended into a rabbit hole that is seamlessly never ending The world has bigger problems right now I shouldn't be so damn selfish, and woman up as the single parent mother and everything to my daughter she needs me to be right now

[@rachaelwilson9935]

I would just love to see a wombat.

[@jenna8334]

Legit not coping great.

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

That's totally understandable. Try to build on what's worked before and be gentle with yourself.

[@mayasheehan5307]

i would Love if you did meditation/mindfulness videos your voice is so calming it would be fantastic

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

Noted! Definitely considering it.

[@isabelsmit9609]

this helps, thank u 😊

[@WhatMiaDidNext]

You're welcome 😊