lets talk about mental health *my experience*

I am very scared to upload this but I just wanted to be vulnerable and open with you guys about what's been going on and where I've been. I think its super important to talk about these experiences not only to bring comfort to other people in similar situations, but also to remove the stigma around mental health/illness. Disclaimer I am in no way a psychiatrist or counsellor so please seek professional help if you're in a similar situation!
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[@ritojeetbasu]

Why mental health should be any different from physical health is beyond me. We need to normalise caring for our mental health. Take care, Aaliyah, and take the space you need!

[@deepikaa.18]

I CANT STRESS ENOUGH HOW IMPORTANT VITAMIN D IS. we've all been at home, no sun. vitamin D deficiency has been linked to depression. ive read so many research papers. just try to take a walk outside in the morning sun everyday, i cant stresssss this enough!

[@nidafatima7227]

hey! Thanks for this.

[@aena5995]

linked to pcos too btw and i dont even remember the last time i sat in the sun ( btw i cant sit in the sun too long before burning in my skin starts :/)

[@manroopk1543]

seasonal affective disorder- prevalent in regions with small hours of daylight. Can be linked with vit D again. Ps- stay safe you all!!

[@thankyounext885]

Thankyou for this

[@avantinagral]

Aaliyah, this is beautiful 💕 thank you so much for sharing and being so vulnerable

[@Kamaldeepp0001]

Beautiful ? Really? How idiotic you can be ? Is she brave ? 100% yes..but this isnt beautiful, this is just sad what she went through.

[@yourstylingguide9824]

@@Kamaldeepp0001 beautiful is that she is talking about it making other people going through it feel that they are not alone and this kind of mental issues are common these days...

[@Monica-rr7ko]

I suffer from depression and generalized anxiety, and I completely resonated with everything you said. Sending love xx - we're all in this together ❤️

[@pihu99332]

I started getting panic attacks since july 2020. And even my first panic attack happened out of nowhere. Nothing triggered it, it just happened. And since then I've had multiple panic attacks daily for months. To this day, i don't feel normal. I live in a constant fear that i could stop breathing at any moment. My chest feels so tight all the time. And all this for no apparent reason. I get you Aaliyah. I get you. It's super hard.

[@user-if7dy]

take care you'll be fine one day. I'll pray for that.

[@siyaasharmaa]

i can totally relate to this. It's the worst phase of my life since feb 2021. I pray you feel better :))))

[@divyagundampati5]

I got my first panic attack for no reason I didn’t knew what it was I thought I got Herat stroke

[@harmonyoftheheartt]

you’re so powerful and rare. im so sorry you feel this way. i would recommend you to come back to India to your family for a while. I think it would comfort you.

[@siyaasharmaa]

stay strong ! im going through the same & honestly this helped me !! lots of love 💕

[@khushipatel6733]

I'm so proud of you, that you're talking so openly about it. I hope you feel and get better. We are here for you💕

[@ayshasaleem7698]

Thank you so much for voicing this out. So proud of you Aaliyah 💖

[@amalalazmi4774]

Really appreciate you for doing this, thank you for awareness and thank you for being you!🤍

[@urvashisingh758]

I just love how candid you are about your life. Thankyou sm :)

[@chandanasoumithran6798]

Thank you for being so open about something that is so hard on you. Sending you tons of love and hugs.

[@NextVideos17]

Good to hear that you're doing well now and thank you for speaking about your experience. You never know what anyone is going through. This year is very tough for almost everyone I pray they heel better. You too take care and stay positive.

[@tanayaheh9727]

Really appreciate you doing this :) Thank u for being open and trusting us. Love you 🤗💖

[@dikshapurkayastha1909]

Thank you so much for posting this video and talking about it so openly. Cannot even tell you how much I can relate to you rn. :(((

[@childoftheuniverse1432]

I'm so glad that you talked about it. You're so brave Aaliyah. We all are so proud of you. I would like to share that I had a similar phase in my life in half of 2018 and 2019. I couldn't properly, I didn't want to talk to anyone, had constant panic and anxiety attacks. It was hard and you're definitely not alone. Medication definitely helps and one more that's super powerful and helped me (still helps me) is doing Guided meditation. You can find hundreds of guided meditation on KZbin that help to sooth you. Sending a lot of love and strength your way girl. You have got this❤️

[@seemakamboj2469]

hi aaliyah i completely understand you ! I also go through this very often . Thank you so much for sharing this info. Hope you’re doing well.💕

[@minibiswas8938]

Aaliyah im so sorry you had to go thru that. Thank you so much for sharing this. This past week has been the worst for me mental health wise. I have been away at uni abroad for 1.5 years away from home in India. Being away from home has affected me so badly. Literally all I did this week was just cry. Thank You so much for opening up

[@lizathomas8274]

Thank you so much for sharing, Aaliyah! It takes courage to be bold and vocal about personal struggles, and I really respect that. Quite often, I’ve felt prayer/meditation or having a kind of spiritual connection has been helpful in getting me through phases where I feel negative, demotivated or losing hold of things in my life. Positive reinforcement though journaling has also been helpful. I really hope you’re able to get through this soon, and come out stronger. Take care and lots of love

[@satvika8040]

love u aaliyah glad u got the help u needed hope u're doing well and thank u for speaking up about this

[@wafanizar7450]

Thank you for speaking about your experience. You never know what anyone is going through. Like none of your followers knew you were going through this and we only see the highpoints of your, and mostly everyone else's lives. This is why it is so important to be kind to everyone. Be kind people. Sending love to everyone.

[@mikilanalla5219]

Thank you for putting it out there, it really helps people understand things better. Please take proper care of yourself and am sure you would start feeling good about everything around you again :) Also it's not easy to just put yourself out there and am so proud of you for doing that. You go girl Stay strong and much love to you

[@devkotasiwani]

Sending you a tight hug Aaliyah. I completely feel you, been there, I get every single word you spoke here. You are on medication, great. Stop caffeine completely (this helped me the most). I also found my solace in manifestation meditation (Insight app is great). I hope you feel a lot more better soon. Thank you for sharing 🤗

[@rohitmehta5957]

So happy to see you to talk about your mental health with us. You will grow out of this. More power to you.❤️

[@sanahemani3364]

Thank you for being so real and raw. Just wanted to say that having a pet really helped me with my anxiety. More power to you 🙌🏻

[@deepadixit1822]

You have helped so many people with this video. Thank you for being so brave. You are not alone.

[@samikaudhay1916]

Thank you smm for sharing, I've been feeling extremely anxious and my mental health hasn't been great and it felt a lil nice knowing that I wasn't the only one out there who's having a hard time, stay strong aaliyah❤️ I genuinely hope your doing better now, love youuuu😚😚❤️

[@iceland_snehasinha4083]

i love u so much aaliyah pls take care of yourself, we are always here.

[@priyankabhowmick2500]

We are there with you. We have been there with you from when you started your youtube journey and still we are looking out for you Aaliyah. ♥️ We love you. You are amazing and you should know that. I can feel each sentence you spoke and your feelings. I have gone through depression and anxiety too. And then I thought of controlling my brain and not let chemicals and my thoughts control me. So I changed my schedule and I started working out, learning to do headstand with this small change and distraction I have been able to concentrate on my work and studies again. Power to you girl. Hope you find your solace and remember your family, friends and we are looking out for you. You dont have to feel alone and lost in this journey🌼♥️

[@vrushtipatel1324]

Thank You fro bringing up this topic Aaliyah! Hoping you are doing well! Take care!♥️♥️

[@jyotipurohit5751]

So happy to see you feel better. Panic attacks can be really scary so just happy you’re getting the help you need :) So proud of you for sharing your experience because it will truly help others feel they are not alone 💗

[@varnishe7088]

seriously that you have become important part of my life. in 2 weeks that you didn't post anything I used to check everyday that if you have posted or not or kept any insta story. and in the mean time I watched your every vlog. I love you. we love you. stay strong. It's hard times for everyone. I have also been in such a bad conditon since 3 months and this was helpful. thnx

[@vrushtimehta6358]

thank you for your honesty and vulnerability 💖 very glad you feel better after getting help

[@vanyagupta5588]

This is beautiful , hearing someone talk about their experiences because it makes you feel that you are not alone . I hope you get better soon and you feel good and amazing. Take care of urself

[@vishakhakumar4328]

Wow it’s really nice when people are more open about it there is still a lot of stigma attached to mental health it’s nice when people share there experience. Talking about it really helps . I hope you feel better soon 🥰

[@riyasharma850]

It take guts coming here and speaking your heart, it was very helpful Aaliyah ❤️❤️ hope and pray you are doing good

[@varchasvigupta]

this was genuinely so helpful because I go through this too and you honestly made me feel better🥰 more power to you for dealing with this because I truly know what it feels like and you're doing a great job!

[@devanshiyadav8968]

Not everyone understands the gravity of this kind of situation. I totally agree with you , it' is really painful and even more than that. Just take care and try to stay cheerful or happy 💕

[@vanshikhaagarwal1458]

I cannot believe what you must be feeling while you went through, You’re so so powerful There’s always a reason to be alive So many beautiful people around you and a beautiful person with you. Stay strong girl

[@nandinikhandelwal6211]

Take care Aaliyah....you’re strong and you’ll definitely get through this....and I am glad that someone came up w this because in times like these everyone is facing some kind of sadness that one can’t actually explain....this helped me too...lots of love and support to you❤️ TAKE CARE

[@vandanav16]

hey aaliyah!! we love you !! thank you for just being there you are amazing please take care ❤️ you are a gem ❤️

[@gjeny6987]

I was waiting for your video Aaliyah. So sorry you had to feel this way!! Love you loads.....you’re very precious and genuine human being. glad to know you’re feeling better now.

[@mayushakashyap9375]

more power to you ❤️ it's comforting to hear people like you being vulnerable and open talking about this

[@kashishpuri6114]

So so proud of you to speak up about it💜 Hope you become better super soon!

[@vernikaparmar5629]

I actually, just yesterday, had this anxiety attack..which was pretty bad, with like intensively being short of breath and feeling like throwing up...it went on for a few hours, but I eventually calmed myself down with music and deep breaths...so yah...also thank youu so much for being so open and comforting, it genuinely felt like I was talking to a friend, also take care of yourself, sending lots of love and positivity your way...❤😊

[@shefalisingh128]

You're so strong, super superrrr proud of you love. I wish you all the health and happiness in the world. Always there to help if you ever need someone to talk to, much loveee xx

[@jemaimasangma]

It's good to see you back, hope you're doing well now stay strong, healthy. We love you Aaliyah ❤️

[@nk13775]

thank you for making this video, I hadn’t watched this yet because I was saving it for a dark day and it really helped me today ❤️

[@ribhwhoyoutube]

I relate with you and I understand the gravity of the situation you're in, trust me it'll be fine. All you can do is be surrounded with your loved ones and take one thing at a time. Less of complications or unecessary thoughts really do help. I hope you're gonna back up again soon, strong and better than before.

[@nidhi58098]

Wow Aaliyah... Thank you so much for bringing this type of topic !!

[@BhavyaSongara]

This video...THANKS, Aaliyah for making it. I really feel better when I get to know that there are people who feel the same as I do. There is so much stigma around mental health and therapy and I genuinely appreciate it when a KZbinr posts something about it. I hope your mental health is better and you stay healthy.

[@nikhatparveen2274]

Even m going through anxiety and depression since childhood but from last 7 years it's unbearable and listening to some one who is going through same feelings we can relate to it and some where it calms you down that there are many like me m not alone and we can come out of it and feel better.... Love you Aaliyah you are beautiful soul I wish I had a friend like you 😍❤

[@saswatighoshbose37]

When faces like you come up and speak about this, you inspire 100s of people. We love you Aaliyah! Have been suffering through Anxiety but couldn't address it properly. Thank you girl ❤. You are a gem

[@nshweta1]

I just wanna say THANK YOU for sharing your experience❤😊and I really hope you get well soon. ❤

[@jyothisuresh9379]

What you’ve just done isn’t easy to do at all. Thank you for doing this ❤️

[@YatiChoudhary]

Hey Aaliyah, I hope to happen to read my comment. First of all I am really for that you are going through all this but you are not alone. I have been there and still it keeps happening every now and then. But I did few additions to my routine and it has helped me a lot. Daily journaling, mindfulness and meditation have healed me. I know in starting these things seem difficult but trust me with time they will become part of you and you will never wanna skip these activities.

[@SatakshiMishra25]

I can relate to you so much...thanks for sharing it. I mean this makes me feel I'm not alone... I have faced all the physical symptoms u told and it's worst when I get panic attack out of no reason...normal days and suddenly I start feeling super low... Trying my level best to handle all this...I wish u super good days ahead❤️

[@ameeshatalreja2221]

this was amazing, I adore you for having the confidence to be vulnerable and put yourself out there! mental health deserves to get so much more importance than it already does I hope you're better soon!!1 sending lots of love & positivity to you, I hope you're better soon:)

[@twinklethomas5665]

Really proud that you shared your experience it definitely takes alot to do that, so thank you for that. I can speak for myself it has definitely definitely helped me in some way and don't worry your are really really strong! And yes we do care, so take your time. Lots of love ❤️

[@thaneeshavashishta5509]

so so soooo proud of you!💓 I hope you start feeling much much better

[@urvashinar735]

Girl! Be strong and I know you’ll cope up well with everything soon. More power to you.❤️

[@pariarora8920]

Aaliyah thankyou so much for being so open to your KZbin family and I really hope that you feel better. Always know that we and your friends and family are always here for you 💖

[@vaishaligupta4198]

I saw this video and saved it for when I'll have a breakdown. Last night I had a complete nervous breakdown. I even took medication for my high pulse rate. I know exactly how it feels. It's been 4 years dealing with this. It actually hurts to even exist. I watched your video right now and I'm really sorry for everything that's been going on with you lately. It's really important to have a support system in times like these. I'm glad that you have a strong support system. It is very brave of you to share your story in such detail. I wish that your health only gets better and better and you get past this. The world is a better place with you in it! Take care Aaliyah! ❤️

[@harveenbali5602]

I m suffering from anxiety from past 7 to 8 yrs. Its so important to talk but I can't because i don't want to know what other think about me. Its like I always sinking in my pain

[@aena5995]

i never took my mental health too seriously but now tht i think about it i have defienetly dealt with anxiety chest pains its the worstt :/

[@manasikulkarni8634]

Do samavruti pranayam and anulom vilom

[@aena5995]

@@manasikulkarni8634 for pcos plzz tell , i dont have symptoms but still got diagnosed last month cuz of ovarian cycts

[@divyanshsharma8785]

Watch @shaan kassam content on youtube or instagram, you can totally recovered from it, all the best

[@riyapatel8447]

you’re beautiful Aaliyah! Everything is going to be okay. Stay strong 💕

[@nithunamarene9122]

This video just gave me strength. It feels soo good to know that you're not alone and that people whom you watch on KZbin and really love are also going through the same things and that everybody goes through things in life and that there is hope for a better future,a better life. Thank you for sharing this Aaliyah!! ❤️ Sending you lots of love and strength from Chennai ❤️

[@fitfrenzy24]

I hope you're doing much better and take all the space you need , mental health comes first!❤️

[@deekshitaverma5007]

Thankyou for talking about it. I've been going through a low time and this made me feel better I don't know how

[@sanshettyp9509]

Thank you for talking about your mental struggles it helped me a not knowing am not alone. Its okay not to be okay. You are so brave

[@shahinshms]

you're the sweetest I'm not even lying 🥺

[@sakshichaurasia784]

I never commented on anyone's video ever but when you were talking I was feeling like someone is expressing my experience. Thanks a lot. I hope you will get well soon

[@shanayamenezes4956]

can i just tell y’all that after talking to her I know aaliyah is literally the sweetest person! More power to uuuu Aaliyah❤️❤️❤️

[@MB-hp3hz]

Hi Aaliyah, glad to hear you are feeling better. Hope you get out of this dark phase completely and thoroughly. More power and love to you.

[@afiboshohe]

I can resonate with what you've said. Love u! Your mental health is so important, take care of yourself

[@rajniparyani1]

Completely agree on this point that reading or knowing about the same situation u are going through really helps.

[@prajnapoojari5724]

Thank you for uploading this video. It’s difficult to upload the sad or the dark parts of your life. But your video made me feel like I am not alone and it gave me hope :)

[@vanshikasingh1996]

I love you so much! You’re my favourite for a reason. Please take care you strong woman!💙

[@anshikapandey8411]

Have dealt with anxiety attacks since I was 16 and I AM SO SO GLAD YOU SHARED THIS WITH US. Thankyou for talking about what matters and normalizing medication for mental health♥️

[@rekhamore5888]

WE MISSED YOU SO MUCH!!literally I use to stalk you everyday whether you posted a video or not😭

[@baaaaaaniiiiii]

Thankyou ♥️ u were totally vulnerable, u dont need to work much, take care of your self, u dont even have to fix a hard schedul like a video per week. We love you, wish you a speedy recovery ♥️♥️♥️🌺🌸🌼

[@parthviankhad]

Sending love to you!❤️ Hope you feel better soon

[@armyunnieforlife5652]

I have similar kind of experience since last year when covid happened my both hands started shaking badly, I went to doctor they told me i have GAD general anxiety disorder, and I am taking their medicines but my hand shakes and also now my head spins and my heart beat also gets fast, i also get depressed often nowadays, i must visit my doctor asap as i have not visited since months.. girl you are not alone just always be with the loved ones stay strong we are together in this

[@ankisrilalan9440]

This takes guts to speak!! Power to you! Hope you are well ❤️😘

[@croptopdaddy1344]

Thank you so much for this video 🥺💛

[@shupravajui550]

I don’t know how you can manage this straight face. I have been through this. Suffering for the last 6 years. Its getting better but it never heals as you have experienced it. You know how to deal with it and that will make you strong. But its the worst. So whenever I tried to talk about the earlier times I cried my ass off. So how you are so charming dear! Love love love. Thanks for the video.

[@akanshakumari1657]

Sending you lots and lots of love. You are a strong girl, just to share your experience,it takes a hell out of you, and you did that. I love you, Thank you for sharing this. Take Care

[@prekshajethnani9129]

Sendingg so much of lova aliyaahh you are an angel ✨ thankyou for sharing your experience.sending lot and lots of love angel❤️

[@kunzangdomalepcha6053]

Lots of love Aaliyah❤❤❤ Please keep us updated more. You're gonna get through this. More power and strength. Take care girl. You're strong ❤💪

[@Tyong.11]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR DONATING AND TALKING ABOUT IT

[@preronadas463]

You're not alone. I really hope that you get better. Keep smiling and never give up.

[@neinirymbai2484]

Thank you so much for sharing this❤️ Stay strong!!♥️♥️

[@carolmonteir0]

so glad you uploaded this i usually feel low cause of low self esteem

[@malavikapradeep333]

more power to you girl!! you're so strong, aaliyah

[@sincerelysanskriti6805]

I'm so happy you're feeling well!!!

[@wnnr5]

We love you so much Aaliyah❤️ Thank you for sharing! Take care, beautiful girl.

[@shriyanaphade5483]

I definetly know that you will get out of this because you are such a good and kindhearted person. You are one of the most down to earth starkid and don't brag about things and privileges you have gotten. Well your father also lives simple life and stays away from all glamour and stuff and so most of the people relate with you. Lots of love..

[@hearfromrhea]

love to you always, thank u for speaking about this, aaliyah

[@aviralsetia2555]

I can totally feel you. Sending you lots of love and positive vibes your way.

[@channelzen92]

Same boat.kudos to you for being brave and open abt it. Its Jus like any physical ailment

[@yashikamalhotra5358]

Much love to you alliyah what all happened to you was not easy to cop up with all those shits but if you ever feel low or something just talk to random pplz and start indulging yourself with some good things...! And do meditation in the morning I swear you ll be okayy within 2 to 3 months!!! And you don't wrry about anything we all are there for you!! Love you ❤