GETTING MY LIFE TOGETHER FOR 2022 *new year new beach*

[@emmaerway7184]

EXACTLY what I'm trying to do today, like in this very moment, is get my life back together. This made my dayyyyyy

[@katiesturgell9463]

Sameeee today was my first step towards it I went to the gym with a friend that works out every day and I am soreeeee

[@mrspaisley1]

Same sis. We got this 💪🏻

[@pot_hockets]

10:27 this reminds me of “I’m always so stressed and focused on who I’m not, that I’m missing out on who I actually am” which is something I just realized one day, and now I use as motivation to live a more authentic life for myself

[@briannasantos4276]

I think this comment seriously got me out of a mental fog that I’ve been in for months. Thank you so much

[@samateverysize]

I just discovered you recently. We share the same name! I'm proud of you for setting goals to get out of your own way early! I'm 30 and just figuring it out. I posted my first video today and plan to make changes now, in 2022, to make the rest of my life better. Binge eating disorder, etc. can't beat us! Thanks for sharing your story and helping dispell stigma.

[@carabencivenga8713]

While medication is certainly different for everyone, Lexapro is the best anti-anxiety and depression medication I've ever been on (for reference I have been on Prozac and Zoloft in my life as well). Doesn't make me as "foggy" as the others but keeps my friend Seratonin around some more. 🤣 I hope it works out for you Sam! All the hugs!

[@andrealocks124]

Me too. It’s helped me a lot. Cheers to happiness and 2022!

[@letharja]

Same

[@maeferguson9215]

been a 10 year journey on different meds but i completely agree w this.. different for everyone tho.. big time!

[@laurenmacfarlane3382]

I tried Zoloft and Lexapro and they didn’t work for me. I am currently taking Prozac and it seems to be working. Everyone is different.

[@andrealocks124]

@@laurenmacfarlane3382 very true. hope all continues well and I hope you have a great year! :)

[@littlemissness3911]

I took my Lexapro at night to combat the nausea! That might help if you have that symptom. Proud of you for doing what you feel is going to help the best! Get it girl!

[@99rairai]

Just want to let you know IT IS TOTALLY OKAY to take medication to help you. I work in a pharmacy and would would be surprised how many people take them ! You got this Queen !!! 💕💕💕💕

[@kianadoescod6402]

@@KateBee123 it does change some people. Zoloft made me lose a bunch of weight and turned me into a zombie. They ended up trying anti psychotics which worked. Everyone’s brain chemistry is different the issue is they treat us all like we are the same because we share symptoms.

[@shawnamrks8984]

This video really hit home with me. Iv dealt with anxiety, depression, ocd and intrusive thoughts and iv been starting to wonder about adhd myself. You really are such an inspiration to me and I’m so happy for you as you have come so far sense I started watching you and it’s amazing to see you grow. Your a beautiful person.🙂

[@RacheltheSAHM]

Yasss on 2022 being OUR YEAR and esp accepting and even being grateful for the mundane 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@kateyreed4786]

I loved your take on getting on medication for the first time. I lived a whole 18 years of life undiagnosed and unmedicated. the second I moved to college my anxiety, panic, and depression spiraled out of control and I started counseling free through my university, which led me to become medicated through my family doctor! I am on sertraline and buspar for anxiety and depression and it has helped me IMMENSELY in the year I have been on it. quite frankly, it saved my life. I just want to let you know I hope it benefits your life in tremendous ways because you seem like the sweetest most ambitious soul. you can achieve WHATEVER U WANT GIRL

[@shannooony]

Sam, I've been watching you for a while now and in the last year I've been researching about ADHD (specifically undiagnosed ADHD in women) and watching you, is like watching me. I still haven't been diagnosed but I spoke to a doctor and he thinks I have it. Trying to get a mental health referral here in the UK is so difficult. I'm 26 and feel like I could have done so much more if I got the help I needed as a child. It is so refreshing to watch videos and to relate to someone so much. I love you. You are amazing. Thank you for being you ❤

[@ellathomas6593]

You’re so honest and real and I really need that. You make me feel good about myself and I thank you for that.

[@abishea9747]

When you said you're afraid to say it and not achieve it really really relates with me. I have so many goals, most very similar to yours, and I've only told my close family and a best friend because I'm scared that if I don't do it, I've failed myself. Thank you Sam for your content, you've helped me so much over the years.

[@micheela9916]

Feel like seeing this video was send by the universe who told me that I can go and do all the goals that I have always been afraid of reach, cause knowing that you Sam are putting out all these good intentions makes me more confident and it feels like having a friend by your side! Thank you💕

[@mickismith8196]

The comment you made about accepting and finding comfort in solitude is something that resonated a lot with me. I am living alone for the first time in my life and I am Struggling through it. I spent the last month in a deep depression and I was so stressed that I got sick and had to take time off of work, I just wasn't taking care of myself. But then a regular at my cafe said, "Just be where your feet are." Meaning, don't think too far ahead or too far back, just be right here, right now, and keep the focus on that. And being more mindful, while also trying to appreciate the solitude, has made a big difference. It's only been a few days since she shared that wisdom with me, but it imparted a lot. Keep your chin up and do your best, Sam! We got this!

[@karenglll497]

i’m so proud of you sam i struggle with anxiety and i’ve started new resolutions for the new year to help my mental health and my therapist says the main thing to remember is even if you miss a day or a week or month it’s still amazing that you did anything to improve yourself.

[@TheRoxstar12]

I just finished watching this, I’m so immensely proud of you and I want you to know you have really inspired me to continue going and growing from my depression and anxiety and my binge eating disorder. I’ve said this a few times before on your videos but I just always feel so close to you and so connected to you because of how similar our stories are. Thank you so much for documenting everything that you do you inspire me to push myself. 😭💜

[@tm-kv6yp]

I started lexapro at the beginning of 2021 and it really was life changing for me! I battled my brain every day for YEARS & obsessed over every little thing. It gave me the ability to calm down and be more go with the flow… I also don’t obsess over things as much. I can think through events much more logically and less emotionally which has been such a blessing.

[@Wildmindsgrow]

Literally found out I had adult ADHD last year, and now everything from childhood up until adulthood makes sooooo much sense...and since treatment I quit binge eating, lost 30lbs, I am doing the things I've wanted to do for years, and its changed my life sooooo much! Good luck lady! Rooting for you girl❤❤❤

[@xXxpeyton333xXx]

binge eating is so hard to get under control i'm right here with you also suffer from anxiety and found medication helped so much along with being active, eating healthy and writing stuff down/making lists xx

[@sherriedavis9754]

I’m so happy to see you again missed you 🥰 Now my 22’s weren’t the best and nobody understood what I was going through either and I didn’t get diagnosed with ADD until I was an adult. Now I’m over 60 years young my faith keeps me grounded and I focus better when I not only put things on a calendar on my computer but also a physical book. I don’t know if that’ll help you or not Samantha Jo but I always enjoy watching your KZbin‘s.🥰❣️💄💋

[@elizabethkelly9273]

I love coffee so id definitely buy yours. the coffee truck idea just seems so fun to me. i really hope it works out for you

[@Amyabadabadoo]

I am so excited to see what this year holds for you 🙌 I am having a laughably horrible year so far but you have inspired me to keep my head up and stay hopeful and trusting in my faith! Thank you for being you Samantha Jo ❤️ love and light to you and your mom and family 🙏🥰

[@marisamitchell7710]

I lived in Florida my whole young adult life and I can say that the beach is the most relaxing thing in the winter when no one else is there. Try to catch a super moon one night. It’s literally magical. 💜

[@EyeoftheWhiteWolf]

Sam, you are ONLY 23 years old. That is NOT old!!! You still have so much more life to experience, you don't need to do everything right away! You are a lot more mature, financially independent, and experienced than a lot of 23 year olds I know. When I was 23, I was poor and still living at my parents house!

[@RandomBlair]

Agreeing with everything you said. Just on a personal note, being a broke 23 year old, living at home is absolutely normal and nothing to be ashamed of. Its amazing when ppl achieve certain milestones before a certain age but we shouldn't expect everyone to get their shit together in their early twenties

[@IrinaRobertson]

I started taking Lexapro about 2 months ago. Started noticing the great effects after 4 weeks. Best thing that I have done for myself. I hope you are as successful with it as I am! Love you Sam!

[@maneatertiff]

I didn't take medication for anxiety until I was 36 and hit rock bottom. I was absolutely terrified of any SSRI because of side effects, weight gain etc. I wish I had taken it years ago instead of waiting for a crisis to do it! Between once a month therapy and medication, it's so much better :) I'm on Lexapro and started off at a super low dose to minimize the side effects! The most I was on was 20, but most of the time I'm on 10. I take it before bed to avoid the nausea.

[@mollylegrand7081]

Exactly! I’m trying to find things that I can enjoy to do by myself or with friends that make me truly happy instead of just thinking about how I could be doing something fun

[@kotomi657]

I related so much to this video. My anxiety has been through the roof. Whenever I'm not working I feel like I'm just wasting time among other things lol. I always hold myself back and I'm tired of it. The year just started and I really want to enjoy it yet I feel like I'm just an anxious ball. I wanna strive for happiness- learning to love myself. I want to enjoy life. I'm 24 and I feel like I haven't seen the world. I related so much with alot of your goals and am sohapppy to see someone related. Thanks for all that you do. I trust God is good and so I'm trying to go into this year with trust, faith and the strength to get out there and get out of my comfort zone. Let's make this our year woo

[@beamedina1]

Girl, I feel the same way. I’m 23 and I feel like I’ve done shit, I’m always home on my bed. LETS MAKE THIS YEAR OUR YEAR.

[@JennBabyyy27]

OMGGGGGG when you said adhd i just burst with joy. I didn’t know how to approach you about it but you remind me sooo much of my younger self in every way. And I just got diagnosed last August at 29 and my life has literally transformed. Might I also recommend that if Lexapro doesn’t work for you that you get a gene test done. It’s just a saliva swab. There’s a lot of things in the body, mostly the liver, that affect the way medications are metabolized in the body. The trial and error of meds and them not working sucks and is discouraging to even continue treatment. Just know there is something out there for you and for everyone and there are easier ways to find it. I can see such a change in you already and that you’re READY. You got this!! and we are all here for you

[@meredithwright4907]

Sam!! This literally hit me so hard - you are the only youtuber I have ever related to and this solidified that. From moving, taking meds, long distance friends, spending time on phone, mental health, learning to eat better while battling ED, etc. You are such a motivation to me and I just love you for you! Thank you for being who you are and sharing your life with us🤍

[@marissawilliams6724]

By the end of your video the way you talk changed!! You had all your thoughts and you literally put all of them into the future without even thinking! I pray that this is your year of healing and becoming everything you said you wanna be and more! I relate to you so much!

[@destinykay03]

wow. i’ve been a subscriber for a while now and this video randomly popped up in my recommended to watch so i did because LOVE U GIRL!! and i… girl i just started lexapro like 3 days ago and i’m so happy hearing you did as well because when i got prescribed the meds i was happy to hopefully feel better eventually but i was also embarrassed??? hearing you say that you also started it just made my day. we’re in this together ❤️ so proud of you, of us

[@butterflyrp1438]

Best therapy for me at least is the beach. All thoughts are blown aways just by listening to the waves, walking around, watching sunrises and sunsets. I am kinda sad we don’t have any in our country😢 Wishing everyone an amazing and healthy 2022🍀

[@brandi_d]

I do the same with the night sky, good thing about living in the middle of nowhere in Iowa is that you can see the night sky. When I get overwhelmed, it definitely helps to think that I'm a little part of the world... I told my friend that once and she started on how no I'm amazing... and I'm like no you don't get it. I'm not putting myself down. I'm picking myself up. 🌌⭐🌕🌌

[@gabriellabejarano8076]

Lexapro made me dizzy for the first week and a half and gave me headaches too but better than the dizziness, shortness of breath, headaches, brain fog, and shaking my severe anxiety gave me. I’m so glad I put my anxiety aside and started taking medication. So proud of you Sam!!!

[@EmyleeGillie9098]

Girl this entire video im like “same… literally same” but 2022 is OUR YEAR!!!! Ive been actually consistently doing daily devotionals, and Jesus is legit my anxiety reliever, I just get some coffee put on some chill background music (very calm music nothing too upbeat) and i just be vibing with Jesus! 2020/2021 was a very dark year for me and this year i’m also just trying to REALLY LIVEE, so my peace and happiness this year is a MUST! My goals and consistency is a MUST (which means no more going with the flow) , getting cute and allowing myself to feel like I deserve to get all cute is a MUST! 🤞 I pray that this year is our best year yet!!! We NEED this!

[@kitten103083]

I’m so proud of you. You have come so far and I’m Happy you are giving meds a chance. They changed my life for the better. 💜sending love your way girl 🙏

[@happyhealthyhomestead]

Medication saved my life. I really hope it brings a whole new side of Joy to all your hard work!

[@christinepeltier8002]

Hearing you say you feel like you haven't lived really resonates with me. I am 31 and I feel the same. I am always looking for what's next or what am I missing instead of just living.

[@JanJanheartu]

Fell of the path of fitness last year after getting extremely discouraged that I wasn’t getting the results I was looking for. I was rushing something that takes time. I just started going back to the gym this week after finding out I am having some health issues due to weight. This time, I’m just going to take it one day at a time and trust the process. I realized looking back that I had made a ton of progress and was able to lift the weight lifting bars and now I can’t 🥲 But I know we got this! Much love and as always thank you for sharing your struggles! Makes one feel less alone! ❤️

[@andrealocks124]

I’m so proud of you. I use lexapro as well and it has been game changing. It has truly changed my life and I can’t wait to hear about your journey. Cheers to 2022 and the new you! And the new everybody else! Also I’ve been using better help! It’s been great. Stay positive sam!

[@DeadlyTsuki]

:( i also take anxiety meds because my anxiety got so bad that I was struggling to do basic things like living my life. I hope you can get better soon! we are proud of you!

[@TiannaGirl98]

I have never had a KZbinr who’s said the exact words I’m feeling as a 23 year old who has lived her entire life held back by her fear of failing and my own anxieties and depression…who also wants to be healthy and lose weight, etc etc. i am SO glad I found your channel! ❤️ you’re such a bright soul and I’m so excited to see how this year plays out for you!

[@scarlettgalaxy9839]

You are so naturally beautiful its insane. Also Ive been checking for you to upload in the past week. I got addicted over vlogmas. Your definitely my favourite you-tuber. Keep it up your awesome! You got this

[@unofficialsyd3708]

lexapro is the best anti-anxiety med i’ve ever been on. i was on two other types of meds but that is by far the best. i’m so proud of you! i know how hard it is to start meds but i’m so happy for you ❤️ i hope you start feeling better and you look amazing 🤩

[@hannamarchesseault6016]

I'm also on lexapro and I've found that taking it at night right before I go to bed helps with nausea/lightheadness/feeling tired from it (and then you also have a full day of food in your stomach)! so excited that youre on it now -- it truly changed my life!!

[@wendyh7428]

I went years trying to deal with depression and anxiety on my own and at 38 years old (almost 2 years ago) I finally broke down and reached out to my doctor and I started lexapro and it’s been a life changer for me!!!!!!!!!! I take mine at night before bed because it did make me nauseous when I took it during the day. I take lexapro for anxiety and Xanax for anxiety and I’ve never been happier mentally! I hope you get to feeling better quickly! I love your videos and look forward to everyone u post!!

[@rosemaire321]

i have been diagnosed with PTSD/Anxiety and depression 4 years ago. i finally decided to get on mediation. BEST thing i have ever done for my self! you need to be consistent with the meds! don’t miss a dose and give it time to work🥰 i’m happy you are taking the next step into helping your self❤️

[@MADISON3768]

Lexapro SAVED my life, my anxiety is soooooo much more managable. When i started it i took at at night so I didnt suffer the side effects. I freaking love it. I am also on others but this works the best for me. Before my medication, i used to make ONE bad day, ruin my whole week or more, but now it is easier to see that it is just a bad day.

[@brittanyylee1833]

I've never related more.. my brain stops me from alot, I've been on and off meds for years. My anxiety has been horrible lately. Recently I've developed a food anxiety, is it raw, will this make me sick, has this made me sick... I'm horribly scared of throwing up, so chicken is cooked right dry to relax me. Leaving the house, the worry of my kids getting sick.. and the idea of starting meds and living anxiety free...ish makes me nervous.. but Sam, I'm helllllaaaaa proud of you. The first 6 weeks can be rough, but don't give up. Morning, take them in the morning, set a timer and take them. Staying in a schedule really helps, make sure your medication doesn't cancel birth control (if you take it) you got this.. seeing you do it.. reminds me, im not the only one that needs it. Thank you

[@aerinj1360]

sam, you genuinely help me so much with my mental health. whenever i hear you talk about mental health, i can never agree more with what youre saying. you have such a positive attitude and it really helps me during dark times and i appreciate you so much. i also feel like when i watch your videos that were besties on a facetime call lol. keep doing what youre doing, i love you so much.

[@colette1835]

goodluck on the lexapro sam!! i tried it and it didnt work for me, but ive heard good things! and please give it time, dont get discouraged if it doesnt help right away. it took me a year to decide i needed to try a different med and thats okay!! and i totally get the not fitting on rides and wishes to shop at all the trendy stores, but thats not our fault - they should be catering to every body because like you said, being big doesnt make us less of a person!!

[@haz.fellie]

Sam plz podcast. I love listening to you rant and ramble while I work. You're soothing af.

[@ipsuq7755]

Thank you Samantha, I just recently started my med journey with Sertraline about two months ago....I felt like I was weirdo and that if i take the meds people are gonna look at me differently---just didnt feel like the right thing to do....but ive always looked at you like you would be my big sister and the thing that you are taking meds now...really made me safe and sound about my med journey. I truly feel better with sertraline and the scary thing is that I was gonna stop taking them bc i felt so bad about taking them...now I feel a lot better....again...thank you Samantha

[@paigesteele4406]

I’m happy for you to be moving forward in the way that you feel is best. Good for you for taking care of yourself

[@Curly_Mermaid90]

I feel all the feels you feel! Get out there and enjoy your life! I’m 31 and i have let my anxiety hold me back for years. Ive tried to start changing that over the past year.

[@JS-rh8gk]

Bruh lexapro is life changing for me. Helps me get out of bed and feel like myself every day. Proud of you for taking that step I hope it helps you as much as me!

[@nudoruG23]

Dear Samantha, like many others in your comments section I understand exactly what you are going through. That feeling of "I haven't lived my life" got me in a strong depression back in 2015, when I was 22. Today I'm a better version of myself (definitely not the best) and I'm very proud of how far I've come. I love being witness of your journey as well, and I'm so very happy that you're doing well :) Let's keep growing together, stay strong everybody 💪

[@kaelahendley5266]

I call Lexapro my happy pill! It keeps my anxiety and depression away. All while serotonin stays and thrives. It really works wonders for me so wishing the same for you!

[@angelbearsyoutube]

This is wild because I haven’t really talked about this to anyone and you just explained what I think and feel, feeling like you haven’t lived and not being content in the present is really hard for me and I thought maybe I’m just overthinking it but to hear you say it too it’s very relatable 💕

[@emmahernandez4782]

Your attitude towards 2022 has boosted my confidence even more to just live my life the way I want to and not let anything hold me back. I feel like this is the year that I am going to actually do great things and have fun along the way. Most of my family isn’t in this mindset so seeing you in this similar state is so uplifting!!! Thank you for all that you do, you’re amazing!!

[@fae5283]

SAM! I was thinking about getting myself a planner to try and incorporate more structure just like you mentioned. They have tons of different kinds on the web. Daily layouts as thorough as what you do each half hour, or weekly and monthly goals with check ins. I think a planner would really help! I am also on an anti-depression medication and the biggest no no my pharmacist says is NO ALCOHOL. anywho. I hope that helps. Here's to 2022 bestie!

[@Jacs_0402]

I have been watching you for awhile now and I’m literally so happy for you an so happy to see your growth! Im always rooting for you!!!! I wish you the absolute best!❤️🥺

[@hanjnk]

You seem so happy and positive! I’m living for it!♥️

[@imanjoseph612]

Samantha, I went through a lot of what you are going through, what helped me is waking up and doing a 5 or 10-minute meditation then I listen to Above Inspiration on KZbin. That grounds me, makes me feel good, and helps me to see that I've already started to be productive as soon as I wake up. Loving that you are holding yourself accountable and making goals for this year. It will become second nature to you as you continue on. We are all rooting for you and just adore you!

[@analycebritt6764]

Hi Samantha! I would love to see a video of you recreating different coffee recipes or simply making your own! You said making coffee is therapeutic for you and when you said this it opened my eyes because I feel the same way!

[@briephipps7686]

I LOVE YOU SAM.!! you are one of my idols and i look up to you and Jerrica!!! it’s great to have amazing, strong, powerful, and BEAUTIFUL FEMALES to look up to:)! you are gorgeous and loved than you for being amazing!

[@taeyonsays]

Who’s jerrica?

[@cestbeam8519]

You are amazing, and I thank you very much for the videos you put out to this world for people to enjoy and the smiles you put on our faces. Do whatever works best for you. We are all different; thus, we have different needs. I am immensely proud of you for your big step to taking care of your mental health. I hope you find that content life that you are searching for. I am sending so much love and support Sam. You are never alone. Btw, counting down to 1 million subs! You are my favorite KZbinr!🌻🍀🥰😘❤️💗💖💓🧡💛💚💙💜💜💙💚🧡💛💓💖💗❤️

[@haileyconaway8652]

I take citalopram for my anxiety and depression and it has changed my life for the positive in so many ways. When you talk about your mental state and the daily struggle you face I feel like I am looking in a mirror! Good luck on this mental health journey Sam. You got this 💕💕💕

[@snottiez]

samm, you really inspire me. i've been watching you for years now and its so cool seeing you always push through the little problems you have. you've also matured so much!! i love yaaaa

[@justskellie]

I worry about things in advance every minute that I end up putting myself through it twice, I need to unlearn habits and be present in the moment. Enjoy what I have and what I gathered as reminders to bring me joy. We all get stuck in patterns, so I'm just working to create ones that I'm proud of!

[@hannahallen6492]

When I was on Zoloft I couldn’t continue taking my preworkout so definitely look into that!! I’ve been on meds for years now and I can’t tell you enough how they’ve changed my life for the better. Just give it a chance!

[@kait4586]

When I was younger I used to drive to our boat launch area and sit and watch the water for hours. Something about it is so calming and peaceful. I’m glad you’re doing things that you enjoy.😊

[@cylves71ca]

My goals are begin to take control of my life, gain confidence, stop thinking and start doing what I desire to do for my future. Have fun and enjoy my own company.

[@hannahhhbryan9713]

I relate to everything you are saying. I’m 21 and I feel like I haven’t lived either. Let’s make this our year bestie 💛

[@katherinethomas5097]

I very rarely comment on youtube videos, but truly, it is the most amazing thing for you to realise you need help and then actually get it. Such a huge form of self care, and so important for you to share this so your followers know that too. You're incredible, I'm just so in awe of you!

[@heycece8670]

I don’t think I’ve ever related to a video more in my life then this. I feel not so alone when watching your videos and I just started living on my own as well, in my own apartment and it def is an experience but some of your goals you have are the same as mine which is so amazing to find someone that understands in a way. I wish you the best of luck and Im excited to see what the future holds for us! keep doing what you’re doing sam, it’s amazing!!

[@777lei]

I found you over vlogmas and I have to say that I LOVE your channel !! its so calm and homely and i feel so comfortable. I wish you the best most fulfilling 2022 !!

[@Sophie-ld4zx]

Really really needed this today. I moved away from home for the first time this week and have been feeling so many things. It was good to be reminded that the world will keep on moving and its okay to heal and grow at your own pace. Thanks so much Sam, this really made my day!

[@zoebee]

sam it is so inspiring watching you grow. seeing you working on yourself gives me the motivation to work on myself. your videos make a bigger difference than you will ever know

[@madisonnovello4437]

i just want to say i know that i am a complete nobody to you and a stranger you don’t know, but i’ve been at the point your in in my life a few months ago and the best advice i can honestly give is to take it days by day, focus on yourself as much as possible. i highly recommend getting into spiritual things if that’s something that interests you and showing gratitude in the morning

[@emilycallahan2583]

you touch so many peoples hearts and your videos help so much. You’re one of my fav KZbinrs and your videos always get me so motivated and help me self reflect. You make people feel like there not alone with their feelings ❤️

[@faithanne3142]

Oh my goodness girl I relate so much with your goals I’m so afraid to take risks but I want to grow so I’ll trust God and keep going!

[@xosoul764]

Awhhh sammm! 🥺💕 the ending talk, the look in your eyes! You got this girl!!!

[@suechang508]

❤❤ you are going places . So proud of you! You're such an inspiration to me and I bet so many other people!

[@Nikkkielizabeth]

I never knew how similar you and I are Sam. I know exactly how you feel. I’m alone most of the time, my partner and I have lived together for a little over a year and he works 2 jobs and is a lot more social than me. I never knew what real loneliness felt like until I moved out of my mums house and not having people around has been a big adjustment. I also have anxiety and depression and it’s ruled my life especially in 2021. Listening to you talk has made me feel a little less alone, so thank you ❤️ I hope we can both become the people we want to be and have a better year this year 🧡

[@emmabrinton6406]

starting medication is completely normal and being scared to is also! i’m 21 and started mine (wellbutrin which is a NDRI) in may 2021 and it’s worked so well. the first 2-3 weeks kinda suck but you’ll started to notice a change. i would recommend looking up any interactions lexapro may have with other medicine or even caffeine. also no one told me when i started but many anti depressants can cause oral problems due to dry mouth so maybe tell your dentist and look out for that lingering symptom. if you do get dry mouth tho there is specific mouth wash and spray you can buy!! once again i’m happy you are giving them a try and if lexapro doesn’t work don’t be discouraged to try another brand!

[@akwillhoft]

“I don’t truly feel like I’ve lived” is soooo me right now. I felt like I was surviving from one stressor to the next or one panic attack to the next. Lately, I finally feel like I have the space and the strength to experience my life and relax and be proactive in doing those daily things that make me happy

[@gabrielleclark5538]

You’re goals give me the motivation I’ve been lacking. Thank you for your video 🥰

[@baileyb377]

Love it Sam!!! For the coffee truck! Maybe start with once a week at a specific location, so there is schedule for people! Make an insta for it and market it that way !!! Love it!! You’ve got this!!! Have fun!

[@rogonerogue]

I’ve been following this channel for quite a while now. I wish you know how much you inspire me to work on myself to become the better version of me. Thank you for these videos, they mean a lot. Have a great day.

[@marysueGRR]

HI!! Im a new watcher so I am rewatching all of your old videos and I just gotta say I love you. I am older than you (29) and I remember so much of these emotions and feelings you are talking about. That I can't miss out on my twenties, that they are suppose to be the best years of my life and I just wanna say... There is no rush. We live in such a youth centred society that tells us that we gotta have fun and be great and do all of these things when we are young, and because of that those of us that didn't have the chance or didn't have the ability to do much in our early twenties feel like we missed out on life. I was severely depressed for most of my teen and early twenties, I lost my hair due to alopecia and became really isolated and hella sad. I am now almost thirty and have just gotten out of most of those feelings and started to do more things. So, with that, you don't have to be 21 and feel like you gotta do it all. We all got different starting points and I am doing things now that most people did when they were a lot younger, I am still valid. I am rambling but all I'm saying is that most people tries to live through the blueprint of someone else's life, someone they saw on Instagram or somewhere else, but it is never too late to start working on yourself or finding a new starting point, finding out where you want to take your life.The universe is for all of us and we have a right to the life we want to live, even if we discover that life when we are 20, 30, 40, 50 etc. Happiness and fulfilment does not have a time limit! So just try to be kind to yourself through all of it. And it is MORE THAN OK to spend a couple of days in bed if you need that, you are still valid and important and loved, I promise.

[@julieatwood8438]

I sooo feel the mood of this video. I struggle with everything you're going thru and I'm 47. It ups and downs but hopefully one day you feel you've lived the life you wanted. Do you girl

[@johnnasjourney]

Lexapro worked wonderfully for me. I used to have daily panic attacks. Just be patient and allow it to work. But, if you feel its not for you, just try until you find your fit. And YES, a wonderful therapist is a must! Praying for great results, health and strength for you.❤🙏

[@Aunty87]

You're a freaking GEM💎 I can relate with a lot of the struggles you talk about 🤗 I've recently learned that ADHD is severely under-diagnosed in women which can present as depression, anxiety, etc. I have a lingering feeling that's been going on with me for a long time so I'm happy you're feeling empowered and learning more and trying new methods! YOU GOT THIS WOMAN😍😍😍 You're Inspiring, Mama!!

[@shatianaalbelo7982]

Sooo proud of you for establishing goals for yourself. You got this💛💛!! You have a team full of support right behind you. I love and enjoy your content because it takes me out of reality and you definitely impact the way I think about life sometimes and I’m sure others could say the same. Thank you for being who you are💛💛!

[@thriftywithamission4718]

Yay anxiety and depression medication! It took me way too long to reach out for help in the form of medication. It did take a bit for those Early nausea and headache symptoms to subside, and even longer to find the right dose and type of medication, but keep pushing through! It is so worth it to feel like the most functional version of yourself!! Even if you get a few months in and feel some breakthrough anxiety happening, don’t be scared to talk to your doctor about changing your dose or trying another medication. Everybody is so different and the adjustment times really vary from person to person.

[@Adrienna.Sierra]

Loved Your Videos ! I pray everyone's 2022 is filled with blessings . Also Tennessee, Texas , North Carolina , Las Vegas are good places to live . I live in Atlanta and hate it 😭

[@tasia_altman8430]

We have such similar goals. It makes me feel less alone, like I have someone who’s trying to get better in the same areas I am. Videos like this help so much. I just love you! I’m SO excited to continue to watch you grow and achieve your goals. You’re so amazing, Samantha Jo! Don’t forget that. And the coffee truck idea - please do it! I love hearing you talk about that when you bring it up. I think that would be awesome! I’m sure you’ll have so many people loving it and even some wanting to hire you for events!! You are incredible. ❤️