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[@SophieDoubleYou]

Alex is such a good egg his personality is so calming I feel like he's my big brother or something

[@AlrightDarlingx]

I read an interesting view on saying sorry all the time, it was instead of always apologising to people for things like being late or being messy or being just in general not fully there to say thank you. To thank people for waiting on them, for being patient, being understanding etc. So that the people receive your thanks instead of your apologies all the time. It also helps to change your view on things and how you respond to them when you can say thank you to others rather than deprecate yourself by always saying sorry as if you have been wrong

[@ggandbb1702]

AlrightDarlingx i like this, im also a notorious apologiser! haha im gonna try this x

[@earisu]

This is something I need to try!

[@DriftingMiasma]

I really liked Alex's boat metaphor for medication, I feel like that was a really accurate way of describing how it helps and the role it plays in feeling better.

[@ragingredhead9555]

I no longer say sorry if my anxiety has made me late to an appointment, because I had to stop and breath and calm myself. I now say to people "thank you for waiting for me" instead of "sorry I'm late". This reminded me I have to contact someone for recovery college, I wanted to do this but had so much courses in the way I didn't have the time. But now I do! 😄

[@shannon8269]

I always love how brave you two are talking about your experiences. So glad your apart of this campaign.

[@clairecooke328]

This was the push i needed to pursue therapy for my mental illnesses, in conjunction with my medication. Thanks to you both xx

[@emmascreativecorner1606]

I love that you guys talk about mental health. It's so important. I have been to a recovery college. It was awesome and so welcoming. When I had hit rock bottom and was refered to community mental health team they just sent me home. Recovery college was a lifeline.

[@spicyotato7940]

Your hair looks sooo good. Especially Alex's hair, he looks like he popped out of a shampoo commercial.

[@VidaWald]

Please do more videos on mental health and how you deal with it on a day-to-day basis, it really does inspire to be stronger.

[@ellenomahoney4629]

Love it when Alex is in videos xx

[@fammlx]

This video couldn't have come at a better time for me, thank you both

[@captainfunky1590]

Definitely don't give up on finding help that actually works. I've had so many different therapists and types of therapy since I was diagnosed with depression at the age of 17 (I'm now 24) and it's taken me that long to find the lady I've just finished seeing, and honestly, she made the wait so worthwhile. she helped me so much and I'm so lucky to have had her. please don't give up on finding help. different therapies are different for everyone, so just because one thing doesn't help, doesn't mean that ANY form of help will suck. please don't give up x

[@sweet102dolli]

hiya, can I just ask where did you manage to find the right counsellor ...google ?

[@captainfunky1590]

+sweet102dolli hi ya! No, I was referred to the organisation CARA, which deal with rape and abuse victims, through Mind. I'd never heard of them til then! :)

[@frankiebew8591]

It is so great to see Alex in a better place, plus it's so lovely to hear about a couple that although there are continuous struggles you guys still have this bouncing conversation in a better light! Forever loving this relationship.

[@tabbyhumphreys5298]

I saw a therapist when I was about 7 for my troubles with my parent's divorce. I'm 16 now and am struggling with depression that I didn't realize was depression until I visited her again. I struggle really badly with talking about my problems, but with Julie (my therapist) it's easy. I actually look forward to it. It's like I've been holding my breath for a week or so and then when I see her I get to let it out again. She gives me someone to listen, to understand, and to give me perspective that I've never had before. What I thought was laziness was my depression. What I thought was well deserved guilt was my depression. What I thought was typical teenage moodiness was my depression. I'm seeing a psychiatrist to start trying to find a medication that will help me. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Don't feel guilty or feel like your pain is less because someone else's is seemingly more. You are worth it. I promise. God bless.

[@emilyforster9081]

i don't normally comment on videos , but i myself have been to the recovery college a few times and it has helped in one way or another . i love your videos kiera rose and i look forward to them . you're both awesome .

[@KieraRose]

That's awesome. I really want to go again :)

[@shannonelizabeth3031]

I think Alex summarised depression so well in this video. It's that cycle of not having the motivation to do anything and feeling numb and then beating yourself up for not doing anything and wasting your day and then putting yourself in an even worse mood where you will just sit there and have even less motivation to do anything... and the cycle continues. How do you combat that? The worst part is, you know you have so much to be grateful for, but it doesn't matter. It's so nice when you know it's not just you... I am really thankful for this video. I hope that anyone like me suffering from this finds the help they need, as I wouldn't wish it on anyone. Stay strong everyone, we can all get through this ❤️ Thank you so much Kiera and Alex

[@biancavictoria8746]

Thank you for this video, I've been signed off work for five months now because of anxiety and depression, and it's so nice to hear you two chat and open up about the help you've found. I've been really struggling to even leave the house because I've developed agoraphobia, so I get stuck in that "I've wasted my day" mindset all the time. So I guess just... thank you for letting me know that I'm not the only one who feels like this.

[@ruthcase9215]

Bianca Victoria I suffer with agoraphobia too but getting so much better so trust me it's possible, sending positive vibes and hoping it gets better for you too sx

[@ruthcase9215]

Bianca Victoria *xx

[@biancavictoria8746]

I've never found anybody else who suffers with agoraphobia, so your words really mean a lot, thank you xx

[@ruthcase9215]

me either other than my mum who is getting so much better and was never understanding about it even though she has it too. I figured it out on my own as the anxiety meds made me so tired which made leaving the flat harder and my therapist was super horrible about it. It's just about pushing yourself but being forgiving so if you really can't face going out THAT IS OK and you should be proud that you even thought about it and focus on relaxing ready for when you try again. I'm sure you've experimented but just in case here's a few things I find help 1.) try to go out every day if you can even if it's just down your drive and back then gradually build how far you can go 2.) have someone come out with you so you're not alone 3.) If you have to go on your own talk on the phone to someone, watch videos or listen to music whilst you do 4.) know your limits, even if you're having a really good day, week or even month try not to schedule too much into one day because it can make it seem more daunting and if you run late then it can get really overwhelming 5.) look after yourself and if that means cancelling plans and just going home then DO IT because if you force yourself and have a bad time that will be at the forefront of your mind the next day or whenever you next need to go out. Sorry this is super long and I hope there's something helpful in there. Thank you if you read it all but I understand it's ridiculously long if you don't want to. Sending positivity and healing your way, lots of love xx xx xx xx xx xx

[@imelectraxheart]

You look really good with your bangs pinned back:3

[@KieraRose]

Thanks! 😊

[@ruthcase9215]

isthebreakover I agree!!xx

[@alexandramegaan1102]

So glad you mentioned your choice to take medication and how you described it.

[@ggandbb1702]

This is so important and i thank you for sharing it! :) a few years ago i was in a really bad place and i found a councillor. best decision ever. and im more likely to share my story to help others just like you are doing. the fact you guys are sitting down telling you your story also shows the progress you have made too. i for sure can see my own progress. xx you guys are awesome sharing this xx

[@CarlyOriginal]

Kiera, videos with you and Alex just talking feels a little like being wrapped up in a warm blanket. You two are just such warm, comforting, kind people 💜

[@Sootjeelina]

Great video!! And very relatable. I've been in therapy for my BPD for almost a year now and it has helped me so much. Before I started I felt that it wasn't going to help me at all but it's been SOOOOO good for me.

[@Cats_in_cravats]

Thank you for making this video and being willing to talk about mental health. It really helps those of us who struggle to know that we're not alone ❤️

[@Littl3M3]

I love this video! Depression has been a big part of my relationship too for the last year almost and i remember feeling really helpless while trying to be there for my partner. It is nice hearing you talk about your experience with it and shining some light on what it is like for both of you. Thank you for making these kind of videos! Love you and your videos ❤

[@KieraRose]

So glad it you liked it. I hope things go well for you

[@calypsosportal]

I'm someone who struggles from saying sorry wayyyy too much, and I have been trying to work on it. Thank you for talking about these kinds of things and sharing and being real and genuine. Truly helpful advice.

[@kayleighlouise498]

As a sufferer of depression since I was 13, I adore your videos Kiera! Alex seems a wonderful man :) you two are honest, genuine, loving and so funny together, but also very real! nothing fake about either of you! xx

[@hannahm7010]

Thank you for mentioning medication Alex, I've thus far refused it but if things don't improve I will consider it. thanks for making this video guys xx

[@eibho4312]

Hannah M I tried medication when i found i couldnt control my depression myself. i then came off it about a year later when i was in a better place. They really did help me get through a tough stage and I am glad I went on them even though I hated the idea of them and the fact that i felt like I 'needed them' really upset me but meds can really help and it doesnt mean that you will be on them forever and ever.

[@hannahm7010]

Victoria Kennedy Thanks for sharing 😊💕 I will definitely take into consideration when they offer them to me again

[@hannahm7010]

Eibh O This Is true, I always imagine them as something you're stuck with forever just in case they're the only thing that works and if I came off them whether I'd regress. Did you have any funny side effects or anything?

[@Blunderbat]

I think the important thing to remember with medication is that there are so many different types and that everyone is different and has a different response to them, some people will have side effects from one and not another and some people will find one helpful and not another. I found that it took trying out a lot of different kinds over the course of a couple of years to find the one that worked for me but when I did find it it helped so much. I think a lot of people will try one kind and if they don't like it or it doesn't work for them then they just give up on medication but I really think it's worth trying different things. For me, somebody with clinical depression, I already understand my thought process and why I feel the way I do so therapy is really no help to me but I feel like it really helps to be able to understand your symptoms to be able to combat them and that some people can find it really useful to see a therapist. And the longer you take a medication the more you become aware of when you need it and when you feel well enough without it. For me I know that depression will always be part of my life and who I am but I have accepted that and I feel that even if I have to take medication for he rest of my life, thats okay. In a way you can think of it as just another thing your body needs to function properly like vitamins and food and drink. Theres a taboo on medication but in the end, if you feel bad because of chemicals, no amount of talking or walking or yoga is going to solve it and it's okay to take medication. that's what its there for. x stay strong everyone

[@ChelseaChickadee]

I also had a rough time accepting that I had to rely on antidepressants to live a somewhat normal and functional life. I think a lot of people do. But the way I liked to think of it was by comparing antidepressants to insulin injections. A type 1 diabetic relies on their insulin injections because their body isn't producing enough on its own. Same with depression (specifically depression caused by chemical imbalance rather than depression caused by other stuff). Sometimes our brains don't produce enough serotonin on their own so we help them out by taking SSRI medications. Thinking about it this way helped me feel a lot less resentful about needing meds.

[@KLB410]

I love when you talk about mental health, I remember when I first saw that BBC3 doc and found your channel and been watching ever since. Would really like to see more mental health/recovery related videos, you have a really laidback yet informative style and I love it

[@reanimatedboy]

I discovered you while looking for vegan videos, but the more I watch the more I get why I enjoy your videos. You two are amazing. You're so honest and that's wonderful. Keep doing what you're doing, and thanks x

[@emilypeterson4886]

I love your openness on your channel. It makes me, and a lot of others, feel like we aren't alone. Also, the way you two look at each other warms my heart 💙

[@ellenrockwell6183]

Thank you for making this video, really! Means so much to me. I found myself in a loop of constantly overthinking everything, I struggle to recognize myself lately, to be honest. I found out about dermatilomania through your videos... found out that what I was suffering from had a name. I just want to say thank you Kiera and thank you Alex for being honest and open! Stay safe, healthy and strong. 💜

[@Vico2Victoria]

Love your videos!! They always make me relax when i'm anxious 🥑 Keep making them❤

[@jowarren4437]

I love you two, I'm also on medication for depression and anxiety and this video means the world to me to know that people I admire are also in the same place x

[@Sarahontheisland]

Thank you so much for this. It's the push I needed to go back to therapy. You're both so lovely and genuine, and I always enjoy your videos. But this one is particularly special. Thank you both for being so open and honest and encouraging. What a blessing for your viewers. Is it weird to be proud of people who are total strangers? I'm not sorry for feeling very proud of you both!

[@NanaSry]

thank you for being open about this and always making such an important content♥ The guilt of feeling depressed is overwhelming and seeing a therapist needs to not feel like a stigma♥ I've never been to a group therapy, always one on one, but listening to you I want to try it!It might work better for me

[@glennamartin193]

I'm so very very happy you two have been honest and open about your experience with mental health!! We take care of our physical however so many of people have difficulty in going in for mental health which is as or possibly more important. Bravo!! You both!!

[@gensearcaigh4738]

Your therapy sounds really similar to a program I did here in America. DBT (Dialectal Behavior Therapy) really helped me a lot. For us, it was 1 session 2 hours a week, and it was a group therapy. We all kind of bonded and I'm still friends with some of the people from group. DBT was something that helped me so much and I'm glad you guys got the opportunity to do group therapy.

[@zirk6371]

Been to two therapy sessions (mostly for other people's sake than my own tbh) and still feel nervous and that it's pointless but this video made me more open minded! You and Alex are awesome as always

[@ggandbb1702]

Zirk Ollie keep going. :) by going to councelling its all baby steps at first and sometimes you feel like nothing is helping and suddenly you start to notice little changes and you have more and more little realisations of how youre starting to view things differently. and improvements come in many small packages :)

[@zirk6371]

GG and BB Thank you!! :)

[@ggandbb1702]

Zirk Ollie aorey late reply. you are welcome :) i hope you find peace in your heart x

[@pembba]

i suffer from really bad anxiety, in my bad periods i can't do anything other than sitting in my sofa looking out the window, im afraid of moving, eating anything that might trick me to feel worse, and i know sitting still and being afraid won't do me any good either. But somehow last time i was feeling really bad i manage to put on your new video and it made me much more relaxed, i ended up watching a lot of you videos i laugh with you and cried a lot. So thank you so much for being so honest with life and thanks for the videos, love from Denmark.

[@Lauren-se2ls]

I love how open and honest you both are about mental health 😊 I always find your videos really calming and relaxing to watch 💕

[@amagicbeanbuyer]

I've followed your channel for a long time so I already knew a lot about your mental health journey, but this video came at a really good time for me. I recently started an "intensive outpatient" program that involves 9hrs/week of therapy, for my eating disorder, and they use ACT a lot, so seeing that you guys learned about ACT too made me feel like I have something in common with people that I look up to. Also, I recently found out that I need to change the dose on my medication, and I was really frustrated about it, but hearing Alex talk about meds made me feel hopeful again. I love you guys :)

[@XxMechanicalGirlxX]

Thank you both for being so open. I'm 25 and have dealt with depression/anxiety since I was a child. It always felt like something you didn't talk about or you should feel ashamed or embarrassed about. I've only recently properly started getting the help I need and talking about it more. You doing videos like this makes it more accepting and okay to talk about. Much love. 💜

[@XxMechanicalGirlxX]

Oh yeah! And your hair looks cute in this video!

[@katfishd7043]

I love you guys so much, its so amazing that you talk about your experiences so openly! I have had depression for 7 years now and been on medication and going to different therapists for most of those years, and I see nothing wrong with it. Without it I can honestly say I wouldn't be here and im not sorry about any of it at all ☺ love you guys so much xx

[@therebalancer7445]

It is good to hear other people talk about this stuff. It's been years since I was in therapy, and you covered a lot of things I haven't heard of. Things have changed a bit. Very interesting stuff!

[@isobelf1837]

Thank you so much for speaking so candidly about this! I've had mental health issues my whole life, and had some pretty bad experiences with insensitive/impatient therapists when I was in my young teens. It put me off being proactive about my happiness for a long time. But now at 19, I go (by myself!) to a counsellor every week and talk things out. Past me would never have had the courage to do that, and although I was sceptical at first, I'm starting to see the benefits. The thing is, nobody ever told me that finding the right counsellor takes time. When I was a confused, defensive 13-year-old, I thought that seeing a professional = being fixed. When that didn't happen, I lost faith in the system. It's important to remember that if you don't instantly connect with a therapist, you're not to blame, and there are so many other avenues you can explore. Now I'm speaking to someone I trust, I'm realising just how much I internalised. x

[@annascollection]

such an important subject. love you both are talking about this. it is important to notice that in the journey of dealing with any mental health issue, your partner, parents, friends or children are also in this. huge bravo for this video. Thanks!!!

[@Jasminiumusic]

The last part for not being sorry made me cry. ;x thank you so much for being my inspiration and thank you for making this video, thank you for everything to both of you!

[@jessihang7240]

You two rock for sharing this video; thank you!! I don't understand why our society has created such a taboo around mental health awareness, we all have a brain after all! But I'm so glad that folks like you are speaking up, candidly I might add, about your struggles and successes with mental health. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Also I'm so happy that you two are such a wonderful support system for one another, what a gift you have in each other. Blessings to you both! ❤️

[@sarakate9644]

Thank you so much for talking so openly about going to therapy and your mental health struggles you inspire me to try harder ily xxxx

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

this video was so heartwarming. I nearly had a little tear at the end, you're a lovely couple xx

[@imathumb]

that metaphor was spot on! you guys are gorgeous 😘

[@aaran2329]

Thanks for the video Kiera! It's good to hear people talk about mental health. I used to see a CBT counsellor for about a year, however then I was under 25 and their organisation only offered counselling to 16-25 year olds. I'm 26 now and because of that I've not reached out to them again, but I'm in serious need of counselling, but your video inspired me to just write them an email asking if they would take me back, and if not, if they know anyone else who offers free counselling to over 25's. Here's hoping. I've not brought this up with my GP and I don't know how to...basically I have been having bad physical health problems for the last 2 years and I've been seeing my GP regularly and she's asked my a few times if my mental health is good, and I always said yes, because I wanted her to focus on investigating my physical health and not blame all my symptoms on my mental health! Now I'm desperately needing counselling and I would like to try medication too, but how can I say "oh hey, you know actually I lied, my mental health has been shit all along..."... :(

[@elisebartley9812]

I'm a mental health nurse in the NHS! Thank you for saying good things about the NHS, in times of cost cutting and austerity the service really gets a lot of negativity. But we do our best as professionals 😊 in my personal life my partner and myself have also experienced mental health problems. 1 in 3 will experience a mental health problem at some point in their lifetime. That's huge! We should be supportive of mental illness, as a society we're getting better at this. Ps is your bee tattoo for what happened recently in Manchester? I love you videos yay! Thank you for being you xxx

[@iwanttobeasailor]

great vid! I've had kind of a meh experience with my first therapist but this is encouraging me to try again ^-^

[@alexwegner4221]

That was so sweet at the end when you said don't be sorry for your mental illness, and don't be sorry to speak up about it, actually made me cry a bit :)

[@racheld.3540]

Just WOW. I love you guys so much its crazy, Im literally sat here crying because you both are so purely good. XX

[@imogengurd2482]

I'm so glad you two are so open about mental health, I suffer with Bipolar type 1 so I understand the depressive side and can relate to you two and I'm so happy you're both doing better! even though there are bad days there is always a silver lining, you can't make a rainbow without rain :) your hair looks beautiful like that btw! Love to both of you :)

[@slightlycrummy]

this is so great! I love seeing people talk positively about therapy even if they've had some not great experiences with it as well. I go to therapy every week and it really is great. I don't know if you guys would be willing, but making an advice video about being in a relationship where both people are mentally ill would be so great. I know I am personally in positions a lot with my partner where I have no clue how to balance living with my mental illness and another person's mental illness as well.

[@lillianconstantine6287]

I seldom don't feel jealousy when I see a couple like you two, but you both together, just make me feel really happy for you :) keep it together in every sense

[@amabelvitai1153]

It's so great that you guys are helping to spread awareness on mental health

[@MeAsIIAm]

So brave of you two to make this video and talk about this in such an honest, calm way! I wish you all the best! ❤️

[@amyseagrave582]

I saw a therapist when I was at college 8 years ago and she betrayed my total trust in her by discussing what I'd told her with my tutor. my tutor came to me and asked me a really nonchalant question that most people would think nothing of, but it was on a subject I'd only ever discussed with that counsellor and after that I posted a note under her door and never saw a therapist again. yesterday I had an assessment with a benefits assessor for PIP and I told her the extent of my social anxiety as part of my problem and once I started I couldn't stop and it was such a relief to tell someone all the ways it affected me and all the things I had to do to be able to go out in public and now I'm thinking maybe I should go back and see someone and hope they're better than the other one was. so fuck you Kitty, you destroyed my hope and my trust in mental health professionals for almost 10 years. this is giving me the inspiration to try again ❤ you and Alex are treasures and I appreciate you both so much as advocates for mental health x

[@PizzaTramp]

Talking about these topics is what's going to help break the stigma behind mental health issues

[@FutureLegend94]

Because of this video, I have just enrolled to my local recovery college. I have been taking medication for years, so i hope this aids my recovery!!

[@nefyd]

"Not sorry when I mime playing the guitar or drums in public" Ha ha ha!!! You are so lovely, both of you!!! x

[@Mim-mg3rk]

the worst part of my mental health journey in Croatia were doctors. I went through : 'Panic attacks and depression are nothing that should get you off work.' I am working for an airline and people tend to get very nasty because people had enough of bad economy, bad government etc so they come to yell mostly. when I found one doctor willing to help,he had so many patients so he couldn't take me in anymore. so you usually get pills and only the kind doctors get payed to subcribe. so if you have nasty symptoms from taking them,doctor don't wanna switch you to anything new. you have to go to work even tho you feel like dying. and I had thoughts but never gone through with them. so I am glad you have help and support in the UK. in Croatia you have yourself and google. so after 9 years of extreme panic attacks I do feel traped. and that sucks so much. thank you for talking about it. I love you both.

[@berkanolamont715]

I love you two so much! You are inspiring, and so sweet, and so thoughtful!

[@333Vampirewillrule33]

I'm not sorry that your channel is the only one I watch in HD and literally drop everything to watch it >:33

[@line1746]

Medication has helped me a lot. I was struggling with stress and anxiety and earlier this year was diagnosed with depression. I had really bad side effects when I started the medication but now it's helping me a lot. It sort of makes it easier to 'skip over' negative thoughts and symptoms of anxiety. I see a therapist as well and am doing much better.

[@chloe3732]

You two are one of the loveliest couples

[@dariennewilson9982]

I recently began therapy for the third time, this time vowing to stick with it. It's an expensive endeavor ($131 a session before I submit to my insurance) but I think I have finally found one that works for me and my lifestyle, and I've been slowly making breakthroughs with my therapist. It is worth it once you feel comfortable with someone and though it can be expensive if you chose to use a psychotherapist like I did, but I know there are free options or even less expensive options available in many places

[@EllieJayden]

You both look so healthy and glowy and I love you so much, my lovely pals 😭❤️🙌🏻

[@EmysOnlyPattern]

I love your mental health videos and how candid you are about your experiences ❤ also, I'm not sorry for how hard I laughed at, "I WILL CONTINUE!"

[@e.wolf.223]

💚 I don't really have words. Just wanted to send love! And thank you

[@sjwillis1137]

You are both so empathetic and supportive of each other. It is lovely . My hub would NEVER feel guilt for any mental anguish I might be going through. He didn't understand my panic attacks , and wasn't that concerned . Only he is allowed to be ill . I feel I have to cope alone . He is not a bad bloke . He is good and kind , but I just don't feel he has my back. You guys are so lucky . You are so on-board with each other. Perhaps I am being unfair . It's just I gave him so much when he had his nervous breakdown a few years up the line . I had been through it all you see. So I knew what I was seeing . I knew what to do . But it was scary . Good mental health guys.🤕💏

[@BINCH-xe3kp]

I've only ever had one therapist and she was from CAMH uk (I'm a minor), I got contacted after a few things happened in my family that I won't go into but they involved the nhs quite a bit. She was so lovely, I really looked forward to our wednesday mornings and I felt like she genuinely cared, we always went over time because we'd get distracted chatting about our interests etc lol sadly after a few weeks government cuts were made and I was no longer a priority so I got cut off, I didn't even get my last session :( I'll soon be starting some group therapy in my new town and I hope it goes well! Thanks for making this video, it addressed some really important things

[@jessielouhoo]

I love how he looks at you. :) That's love! Love you guys!

[@alyssatombs]

you guys are so sweet, this was such a nice video

[@missgracegallagher]

literally just got back from a recovery college course. It's absolutely brilliant.

[@sammywatson5537]

This was a really great video to watch. I've recently started seeing my doctor again and am finally contemplating going back to therapy. Although I've had bad experiences, I have to go for my boyfriend as well, he needs help and has finally realised it, I'm really going just for the ride. But I've been to therapy before and had no luck, so maybe with him it'll be slightly more successful. I wish the healthcare in Florida was better, as I am originally from the UK and know of the NHS and waiting for therapy is better than not being able to afford it because health insurance is ridiculous. I am back on medication now, but the price for it without insurance is ridiculous and it really makes you think that if someone was in a life threatening situation due to mental illness (which I have been) how they would afford to get the emergency care they need. I sincerely hope I can find a programme or a therapist that I can afford to visit at least once a month, to give it another shot. Thank you for making this video and help end the stigma that we all face against mental illness, medication and therapy.

[@eternamenteamata]

I loved it, veeery helpful. Dating a guy who has suffered from depression but is doing better now. Keep speaking up!

[@i.love.pistachio.icecream]

You both have such a calming and purely kind energy 💓 thankyou for making this video and speaking so candidly -- love from a very cold Australian who'd like to trade for some of your summer sun!

[@vickijohnson8894]

thank you so much for mentioning the recovery college id never heard of it before I will be accessing there services 😁😁😁

[@DingbatDollface]

I'm and avid watcher of your videos and you and Alex are so nice but I don't usually comment. Both me and my husband suffer from poor mental health, he takes medication, I don't, we both do feel we need therapy though. Thank you so much for doing this video. Love you loads and keep putting the awesome videos up.

[@gina333]

I love and support you as a KZbinr and human so much. Thank you for all your content. & I'm not sorry for being a mentally ill mess 99% of the time. ♥️

[@sooda3075]

Damn, that hair Alex! And I'm glad that you found something that worked for you! I'm still looking for the right psychologist, but no giving up. Lots of love to you!

[@usagiwhitenight]

When I moved to the UK I realised that everyone there says sorry constantly I'm just like "why? You didn't do anything" like if someone walked into me like you said, I'm like "there's nothing to be sorry for"

[@crocodilemma]

Alex is the king of deep and meaningful metaphor's, he should write poetry or songs or something! I'm so glad you are both doing better now :)

[@AlexHuntercreativememory]

I'm not sorry for the limitations my chronic illnesses give me. Like you, I say sorry far too often, and it's mostly to my mom when she is helping me or when we are out and I start to not feel well and we have to leave, things like that. I always feel SO GUILTY! I don't know why because I know it's not my fault! I have 6 or 7 major illnesses and then even more minor ones! I have to get saline infusions 3x a week so I don't pass out, an IV immunosuppressant so my body doesn't attack itself, and I need strong pain killers just so I can be upright for a short amount of time. I'm not sorry about needing help with cleaning my room or putting away clothes, or that I need help washing my hair. I'm not sorry that I need to spend most of my days in bed or that I never finished high school and will probably never be able to get my GED.... And I am not sorry that my illnesses that I've lived with since I was 13 (7-8 years now) make other people uncomfortable! And one thing for sure....I am no way in hell sorry that you CANNOT PET my service dog!!! When she has 2 patches saying you can touch her, don't be surprised when I say no. 🙄 For those of you who don't know why, it's because petting a service dog will distract them from their job. So if they need to alert to low blood pressure or seizures, or any job really, they could miss the window they need to alert if they are distracted by being petted by someone, which is extremely dangerous.

[@kaitlinrichardson9963]

I love you guys 🌻

[@marissa4961]

I love this video and how open you are on talking about it. I just discovered your videos last week and have become to obsessed with youre personality. You are just the sweetest person! And this is random and has nothing to do with the video but do you mind me asking what camera you use?!

[@Elliepixie12]

I also say sorry to the wall when I bump into it and random objects lol. Never wondered why? I love this video as it highlights the postitivity behind the "mental health" journey, which can be very long for some. I had epilepsy and non epilepsy seizures and after 44 yrs have been diagnosed with adult autism disorder! But it's about how I am true to myself and not what society expects me to be. I live with my mum still, I feel about 10 lol 😂 but the downside is not understanding where I fit in, or if I do at all? I can't get close enough to someone to have a relationship and I don't know if that's wrong or right but this is me. I could take a pen and write sorry all over my body but do you know what.....not sorry! I have awesome fun with my niece and I am very good at a lot of stuff. I am seeing a WONDERFUL psychologist who does challenge me. I know this comment is long but....important, like your video 😁 Well done

[@uniformgrey]

Brilliant video! 🌱

[@roderickarbre6822]

Thanks for this video, I'm a vegan of 12 years, and I think sometimes we've arrived at that as we are so ultra sensitive to stuff and that's something that's affected me my whole life. I'm trying to work through it and in some way's I've used my sensitivity as a strength. I fell down a hole but I'm slowly climbing the beanstalk from the seeds I planted ;{)

[@aimeeobrien5298]

They are such a lovely couple 💙

[@ameibabei]

an especially lovely video today, you guys are super cool ❤❤❤

[@katyhill981]

Ok... firstly.. im a little annoyed that Alex has better hair than me!! Secondly... i love you pair.. every time i watch your vids or snapchats im just like "i wish we were friends" 😢 You're both genuinely lovely souls. xxx

[@kalinawr8]

yey I'm in the uk too!!

[@elisebartley9812]

Also I'd like to add my thoughts on medications. If this helps 1 person and they see things from a different perspective - it's worth it. I tell patients I see, if a doctor said you are diabetic, and need medication to keep your sugar levels at a safe range, you are likely to accept this. With mental health people want to try and "cope" without medication. A mental health problem usually comes down to a imbalance of levels in the brain. Medication helps to correct those levels which in turn makes you feel better. If medication helps to correct those imbalances is this not the same as with a physical health problem such as diabetes? This doesn't mean that you need the medication forever, it may just be a temporary measure to then give you the improvement in mood to use the tools we can learn in CBT or therapy. This is just my thoughts, we are all different and have our own thoughts/values etc. Much love!! Xxx

[@allfiredup93]

I've just applied for recovery college! What can I expect?