Ways to Help Someone with a Mental Illness

[@anfaellis3717]

Anyone else almost scream from excitement when they see a notification from Marie

[@bubbles1310]

Anfa Ellis 100% Yas !

[@sophieprior5752]

I sent this video to my mum, I can’t say this stuff to her but this video explains how she can help me

[@maddyboorman]

Also, lil tip! Mine would be see them. Give them something to look forward to and to distract. Big or small. I find seeing people helps me!x

[@cm6225]

From my experience, the best way I’ve been able to help my loved ones is to not make them feel like they’re a problem. Don’t try to fix them, just meet them where they are as they are and love them. Affirm the good that you see in them. And stand for them. Don’t gossip or speculate about them or their family with others. If someone asks about your loved one, encourage them to ask your loved one the question directly. If you have to tell someone out of concern of your loved one’s wellbeing, tell a professional like Marie was saying. I hope this makes sense.

[@jesslana4003]

People also need to remember not every person can be helped, and if they start damaging your mental health you need to walk away from them, I had a friend for years she kept telling me she was going to kill herself I can’t stress how many times I ran to her house how many times I called the police and ambulance thinking she was dead, after 4 Long years I realised I was living every day in fear I tried to help but I couldn’t and I had to get away because it was damaging my health, so it’s okay if you can’t handle helping someone who has mental health problems it doesn’t make you a bad person

[@motegonfio4349]

gosh a twenty one pilots quote from Truce. I’m already crying at 0:04 tf

[@punpuniia]

stay alive for me |-/

[@alexwashburn3002]

The only people who should be forced or talked into Treatment are those who are a danger to others. Those who are a danger to only themselves leave us alone don't force us to endure the assaults forced druggin's and mental and physical abuse

[@milliet433]

Always let people know that their feeling are valid, no matter what’s causing them. I know when I felt low and people asked me why and I said I didn’t know, people made me feel like it wasn’t legitimate or that bad. Always tell people that it’s ok to feel emotions without cause, or with cause, no matter how big or small. It’s ok. And let people know that you want to help, you aren’t there for gossip or drama, you just care about them and want them to be ok and not feel alone with their emotions/what they’re going through.

[@millienewman136]

I’ve actually sent this video to my mum. She becomes frustrated because she doesn’t know how to help me when I get really bad! So thankyou Marie you Angel❤️

[@marieroseeee]

i love that!! i hope it helps 💘💘

[@SterreTH]

I hate my humor, but when the alarm rang and you looked into the camera and said: “Isn’t that the sound of death?!” I laughed waaaay to loud and long hahaha I love your video’s! They calm me down and I feel like you make some stuf more clear to me that others couldn’t explain when talking about mental health, so good job!!

[@Itsdarkmoons]

All my friends left me when I told them I was struggling with mental health.....and now I've got no one. I wish I had a support friend. Good video Marie. Love your videos. I feel so alone.

[@anya3300]

Hope you're doing okay💛

[@LeMotMista]

For sharing your battles against your demons in rawness and honesty, you are quite brave. And I am certain you are making a positive difference in many lives with your stories - you have inspired me, a seasoned man entering old age, who too has known struggle. Continued strength and courage I bid you, Marie!

[@kate5093]

As a therapist I love watching your videos. You’re so wise. Self care is definitely a massive thing. I hope you’re well xx

[@huntermitchell9581]

Thank you so much for continuing to make these videos, it gives others insight

[@em7385]

THE SUN WILL RISE AND WE WILL TRY AGAIN 💕

[@tandoridogs366]

I live by myself and when things is really rough my house ends up looking like hell and I can’t really find the energy to take care of myself or my dog. I’m so lucky to have an amazing (!) mother that have taken my dog on walks, helped me clean up my apartment with me, she has bought me food, given me meals that I only need to put in the microwave and taken many of my clothes home with her to wash. Basically, practical help with household and other important everyday things have been such a great help. When everything is a mess around you your mind can easily get even messier. However I didn’t always like it because I felt so embarrassed, but she gently pushed me to let me in to my apartment and help me. Afterwards I was still embarrassed, but I was also extremely thankful. She did also stop by my apartment to drink tea and “chat” with me. I didn’t like to talk about myself, but it was a distraction to hear what was goung on in the lives of people I care about.

[@helen9890]

Things which helped me was people calling me and staying in contact with me even when I didn't go out or speak to anyone. Knowing that those people haven't got bored and still support you was very comforting

[@strawberrytam98]

Helpful video as always Marie! I think the expectations part is especially important as this is something I struggled with and made me feel a lot worse if I couldn't live up to other peoples expectations as well as my own. My therapist helped me to realise that there doesn't have to be 'should' and 'must' as that just puts too much pressure on myself and I can just do however much I am able to do. Sending love to you 💕

[@iamjcbable]

Honestly these videos are what keep me living 💓💓🙂

[@izzyday3386]

Oh my gosh. Yes Marie. I hate expectation that 'it's a phase'. you are such an amazing person, thank you for helping so many people xxx

[@marieroseeee]

thankYOU! lotta love for you angel xxxx

[@dudewhosbaran553]

OMG!!!!! I literally cried with every second of this video . I don't know exactly why , but the only thing I know is that I need all of these in my life but I've got no one to talk to. Every time I tell someone that I'm not okay , they just leave me to deal with my problems alone . Every one keeps telling me that I can do this on my own , meanwhile I just need a person to talk to , without being judged . My parents shame me because of my self harm scars and this just hurts me so bad . I just don't see any future for myself . I don't want people to change me . All I need then to do , is to just accept and want me foe who I am . I've never really had a person to talk to 'cause my parents are scared of what people are gonna say about me struggling with mental health . I just can't keep every single shit to myself and I'm so exhausted of living . I don't deserve good things and I'm just a mistake my mom has made in her life . I don't know if you're going to read or see this ,but if you do , just say that I'm wrong . Just say that I'm still worth living . I NEED ONE REASON TO DIE AND 10 REASONS TO STAY AND KEEP FUCKING FIGHTING .

[@annabelchinn1431]

Ahhhh a Marie video WITH a TØP quote at the beginning...!!! Just what I needed this week... Thank you for your perfect timing ❤️❤️

[@chloeeaston8206]

Couldn’t have posted at a better time! Relapse and feel like I could show this video to my mam to see if it helps as I’m not very good at explaining things. Love you, keep doing ur thing! Ur amazing xx

[@marieroseeee]

i really really hope it helps!! sending my love to you 💗

[@andreinagonzalez8064]

Thank you, Marie. You are a light for those in need.

[@charlottehooton6378]

I wish someone I knew could watch this:( ur amazing love u xxx

[@samstromberg5593]

One thing I would say is that physical touch is SO important This is a really difficult one because personally and I think a lot of other people who are struggling are SO afraid of physical touch but seriously there's nothing that can replace it I would honestly say the difference between sitting WITH someone and sitting BY someone is bigger than the difference between being there for them in person and there for them over text. Come sit WITH me. Put your arm around me. Give me a hug. Just sit next to me, so that I can lean against you and you against me. It genuinely does not feel like someone is truly THERE for you if they treat you like a disease that they'll catch if they touch you Being that it is difficult for someone to be touched, I would also ask first but hardly ever are people going to say no - in my experience, usually we want to ask but won't let ourselves

[@jessrecoveryjourney]

made my day once again marie i’m buzzed for this!!!!! i love you!!!💞💞💞

[@leilastars456]

Thank you so much for this video !! It's really something I overthink a lot probably because my anxiety likes to revolve around people I love and the person I love the most so happens to struggle with mental illness My only issue is Idk how to control my own anxiety when I see her struggling it hust gets out of hand real quickly and in my country there are no hotlines to call or any sort of quality mental health care I feel responsible for thst person. But I guess I can only support her best I can and hope for the besf

[@mer._.e6337]

I appreciate this video... and I loved the quote at the beginning (I know that quote from the song "Truce" by Twenty One Pilots)❤️

[@caitparker1603]

Already know this will be a worth filled video,we love this motivation to try and make our lives a bit better

[@soph852]

I'm so glad you posted this. As someone who struggles with mental illness myself, and also tries to help a few friends, I really appreciate you sharing these tips. I completely agree with the treat them like a normal person point. For me, there is nothing more isolating than when I feel people censoring themselves/tiptoeing around me. I will definitely be sending this video link on to any friends/family who want to know more about supporting myself and others, but I don't feel I can tell them myself. (Also I really loved your intro to this video, it was so calming to watch haha). 💗💗

[@maddyboorman]

This video couldnt come at a better time, I want to help people more than i can, so thank you marie!xxx

[@jasminec4636]

Can you make a video about the stages of depression please.

[@chi6801]

Im on my first leave from inpatient and oh lord I've missed your videos x

[@leahravacon5416]

Youre so important to so many people! So many people look up to you and can relate to you! Keep going! You amazing and gorgeous btw❤️

[@queenjulianalovesherfatban2064]

Someone actually said to me last night "if you kill yourself you'll go to hell" some of the most sensitive words I've ever heard

[@kacietamplin7228]

This was just what I needed. Thank you Marie xxx

[@marieroseeee]

💗💗💗

[@laurenjacques3867]

So much of this hit home and opened my eyes to approach things a little differently next time with someone I love more than anything 💕I really admire you stepping out to help others from your experiences.

[@x.alextimmy.x1086]

Always look forward to Marie’s videos ❤️

[@viivipaananen8451]

None of my friends care about my mental health😕😣 but i love u marie u help me a lot thank u💖💖

[@roxiedobrer8563]

Don’t try to give advice unless asked. Sometimes people just want to be heard, not scolded

[@christina7182]

your videos keep me going. thanks for everything you’re such an inspiring person ilysm 💞

[@dylanthedyslexicvillain4294]

My friends tried to help me for a bit but they soon got tired and went there own ways, now I have no friends, that was 15 years ago and I still have no friends, i was allso 15 years clean until today☹️

[@SabiDhillon]

This is amazing. You are so brave and such a beautiful soul.

[@melissaalexandra4388]

One of my favourite KZbinrs ❤️

[@Grace-uu3bb]

A lot of people tell me that I over worry them when I say things as they care and don’t like it when I’m struggling, but they want to help. Do I filter how a feel? I don’t want them to be 24/7 thinking about me being scared I’m going to do something.

[@cristaconte4932]

I always look forward to your videos. This video is amazing, love you.

[@jayhall7594]

Why are my scars pink and thank you for the video I have plenty of friends I wanna help I love your channel you're a good person

[@hannahr6424]

Your videos have been helping me lately. Thank you. ❤️

[@SarahDawesFilms]

Great video Marie xxxxxxx

[@empoweringmindsets6667]

Ive followed you for years Marie You are so strong! I watched the inpatient videos and it sounds similar to the one i was at in the UK! I’ve made videos about it too haha The teaaaaaaa #storytimessss Love ya keep going 💕

[@leahdunn8304]

Love this video its so helpful

[@helloktmccm9381]

Being told I need help helped me because I often think it is just my fault I behave the way I do and I’m being selfish

[@marieroseeee]

totally understand this mentality - you’re not selfish at all, needing help doesn’t make you a burden xxx

[@janinabauknecht8389]

Thank you Marie, that's an important video! I've got a question for any one here who might be able to help. I've been suffering for many years and I've just started looking for professional help. I know that it's going be a long journey. There are some people I'd love to talk to about everything. I'd love to have someone who just knows so they can have an eye on me and someone to call or text who knows that I'm struggling. But I really have no idea on how to have that conversation. Especially because I'm not in therapy yet. I don't want them to feel like they're in charge of me. But I really feel like I should have some one who knows how bad it is. Any thoughts? Appreciate every help:)

[@anya3300]

I think it's a really good idea to tell people - I would pick someone (or a few people!) that you are close with and you know are trustworthy and maybe invite them over or out somewhere and explain your situation and make it clear that you don't want them to feel like you're their responsibility but you would love some support and for them to know how you are really doing - someone who loves you will be happy to be there for you and you'll probably become closer because of it, good luck ❤

[@maddysontiffani7700]

Early squad!!!Can’t wait to watch!! Lysm x

[@Possum_Party]

Thank you so much for making this video☺

[@els6146]

fab video!! love you!!

[@evecreaser5553]

thank you for this video!💓

[@angelbabylily]

love these videos x

[@emmalouisaxo4403]

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!💘💘

[@sadiexoxo5090]

Can you make a vid with your dad again when he picks your outfit from primark? Xxxx

[@aprilwatson2029]

What's the music in the intro?

[@lucyella9939]

I'm so confused with myself at the moment and I don't know who I am anymore:/

[@Minecraftaddict3100]

Why haven’t she uploaded in 2 weeks is she okay ??? X

[@sadiexoxo5090]

Love youuu

[@emilyduffy8966]

❤️❤️

[@caseysommer5079]

damn i wish my friends saw this

[@GoingBackwardsAgain]

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