A customer told me recently. "If we all behave ourselves we can be done with this quicker. But if we don't we will all suffer longer!" She is so right!
Do you feel guilty you're not sick when others are? that you're home and not in a hospital sick? etc. Try not to borrow trouble. There is something amazingly impactful about a forced halt on life, and it'll affect everyone differently. I'm happy you are feeling like you've been given a gift. You have been! I'm extroverted and I am personally going a bit crazy. But I'm trying to be open-minded about what this halt could teach me, and I consider it a blessing too!
me too ❤️🥺 i am so happy, i finally don’t have to talk to people face to face and i don’t have to go to school or out. The past 9 days have been the best days of my life.
I sure appreciate you, your authenticity, your insight, humor, compassion, and wisdom. It is so obvious to me that you are committed to being real. Thank you. Stay well. God bless you.
Mayim, hearing someone as intelligent and educated as you struggle with the same emotions as myself is somehow reassuring. That may sound bad but I believe the "herd" instinct must be stronger during hard times. And this is h a r d!
You're not alone. Feelin overwhelmed is the natural response. Admitting it is a strength that I hope more of us will have the courage to commit to. Thank u for your continued truth and wisdom. Stay safe and healthy.
Here I thought I was the only one who had to stop watching news and delete FB because it gave me severe anxiety. I am reading news now again but very selectively to keep updated. Everything is really surreal at the moment. I still have moments where I forget, then remember I can't just pop out to the store. Thanks for sharing this Mayim 💜
As far as drama on FB, I don't get any. I try not to post it publically too, but sometimes I forget that if I am having issues with a particular company, I do not need to say it to the world, as the world could care less. I'm learning. I think following the right people helps. OTOH, its nearly impossible to have friends in your life and tell them, I'm sorry, I don't want to follow you because you are a downer. It helps to be a loner. Thus, I fully support all of you who are not on FB! I get it! I really do get it. What I had to rid myself of was Quora as the Quora bots and admin were driving me nuts with their rules. The funny bit is when they insisted "this question is the same as that question" when it really wasn't, then changed their minds about it being merged. Answers were being merged and unmerged so often that you never knew where your answers were! ROFL I quit answering most questions, but do read Quora from time to time, but only because some of the answers are heartwarming or funny or uplifting in some way.
You are right when you talk about "home schooling " vs "schooling from home ". So many parents don't do it correctly and I've seen kids suffer because of it. You're a good mom, Mayim.
Yes! Great advice for parents who are currently in charge of educating their kids at home. I homeschooled for many years. It is NOT the same. It is a big change for both the parents and the children. Your kids know this is temporary and they are going to push back. Try to let it roll off your back. You are stressed and your kids are stressed too.
I bet this nitwit will teach her kids, just like the public schools do, that there are five thousand genders and all the Founding Fathers were slave owning, white privilege racists.
My kid has been a trooper. School is from after breakfast until lunch. Our district has given optional work but my homeschooling friends with same grade kids as mine have stepped up to help guide me in finding resources to keep my kid entertained, engaged, and motivated. We are finding a balance until we either get to go back to school or school sends us more in depth work. Right now, nothing is mandatory and no grades will be given for assignments completed except for one ongoing project. I am desperately hoping the teacher gives me more information about what the project is and what we need to be doing. We just came off spring break week so teachers are calling and letting us know what we can do, should do, and answering questions. Schooling from home is definitely NOT homeschooling!
@@jamyedowell245 Just make sure you stick with the curriculum such as math and science are based upon white privilege, so math answers and gender are about how you feel. American history is thoroughly racist.
Something I've learned in my 54 years:Love is greater than fear,and during this time when the factories of fear seem to be working overtime,we must find every reason and way possible to love and nurture ourselves,and one another.May God be with you,and thank you for all the wonderful entertainment memories you've given us all over the years/God Bless and Namaste
You're just experiencing the same stir crazy everybody else is. Don't panic. Keep safe. Stay well. We need people like you once the pandemic is over. Also, if you're feeling overwhelmed by all this, just imagine how terrible Sheldon's freakout would be.
Honestly, this was the most helpful and calming video I've seen in a looong time, so I thank you for your kind words. You are not alone with these feelings. Stay safe ♥️
Virtual hugs to you and everyone feeling overwhelmed, boxed in, etc. This too shall pass. Thanks for being kind to all those who are physically vulnerable by staying home. Sending you 😍
finally, a person in the entertainment industry who actually has a clue as to what the rest of the country (and the world) is going through, and understanding that for most people (especially parents) are really struggling during this crisis. You can easily overload on news (trust me, I do it ally the time). But we live in an era where 24/7 is way it is. Before you had to actively seek news and information beyond the 6 o'clock news once a night, to actively trying to avoid it for most of the day. Also I wanted to say I saw some people comment about the "Imagine" instagram. personal thought: I'd really want to believe that those people in their hearts thought they were helping. But it just also shows how out of touch most of Hollywood is to the rest of the average world. I also think Mayim that you understand that. Never in the news have I seen you sporting some outlandish home, car, personal possessions. I have never seen you on talk shows (not that I watch them much) bragging about trips to Martha's Vineyard or the Riviera. You obviously have the means to dd that, but are still down to earth as a human being. Of course you really can't know someone just from on screen appearances and TV shows. But from the information I do see regarding you, you have earned my respect.
I would agree, except for the remark about the entertainment industry. To suggest that most people in that line of work don't have a "clue" is disappointing. It reminds me of the flood of criticism whenever a "celebrity" makes a political comment, something along the lines of "stay in your lane".
You’re not alone! Thx for reminding us that we are not alone in this, even though we may be physically alone, we are blessed to have telecommunication. Love hearing your thoughts ☺️
Oh Mayim!!!🤗You are not alone at all!! I’ve been on the verge of tears for around 3 days and you had me crying by the end because everything you said was how I was feeling! I am the same: I have had to avoid the news for the past year because I found I was ruminating over really sad stuff and it was causing a lot of anxiety. I also have to avoid Facebook. I only started reading the news the past few weeks and last night I checked for updates in the middle of the night! I’m noticing that I need to get a grip. Oh my gosh you are not alone! I swear! I see this time as a valuable chance to really appreciate things we are lucky to have, like each other, and our health! Thank you so much for posting this.
I am also a person that gets incredibly affected by news and social media. Music and reading and my spiritual life help. Praying for all of the peace, and comfort for you.
I set a time in the day where I am allowed to consume news. Its every night before dinner. And it's the only time in the day I check them. That way I feel in control but have the most time of the day free of the news. I love that you are so honest! We should all be more gentle with ourself and the people around us.
Mayim, I have loved and respected you as an actress, scientist and more importantly as a person for years. Keep making these candid videos. It helps knowing there is other people who are just as overwhelmed and, dare I say it, a bit scared of this world right now. May G-d bless you and keep you. Stay safe and well, both mentally and physically.
Mayim, I love hearing your voice, it’s very comforting (hope that doesn’t sound creepy lol). Anyways, you are right, we will get through this and learn from it. Hang in there - stay safe and healthy! Sending you love from Canada 🇨🇦
You are not alone Mayim! I dropped news and all social media years ago and I still can't get away from everything. My friends/family keep me up to date (to my chagrin). Stay away from news and social media (you don't need it). And I dare say to turn off notifications on your phone. Since all this went down my phone has been blowing up and I'm done with it! Try to get outside as much as possible, ground every day, journal, actually contact true friends and family, get things done around the house. I've been so incredibly busy it's insane...and calming and wonderful at the same time. Keep searching for your balance! Thanks for reaching out!
I had “quit” Facebook because of feeling overwhelmed a couple of years ago. After this virus quarantine I got sucked back in and in a day and a half felt overwhelmed again. I know how you feel. You are not alone.
I left Facebook during the last Presidential election, too much for me . I had to create a healthy boundary for my sanity. I take the news in bits in pieces so that I don’t become overwhelmed. Praying for everyone and the situation at hand❤️
Bobby Kaps. I agree it wasn’t the negatives being posted that I would see - Now everyone is posting videos etc and I feel like I am being lazy not doing all of that. I am busy trying to just live a normal and not a digital life! (except these posts 😁)
Valarie St.Pierre Sanity is a daily struggle for me anyway. I wish I had the magic pill for a healthy boundary. If anyone knows of one - please Let me know.
Thanks again Mayim. You are 100% right about EVERYTHING and I feel just like you. I think we need to give ourselves a break as in be nicer to us. This is hard AND scary. Can you even believe we're all going through this!?!?!!? I know I can trust you follow the science and facts so IF you share any info it will be correct. That is comforting.
I relate to that feeling of like “oh I should be doing something”. I don’t work and I don’t have kids and my husband HAS to be out at work for 8+ hours a day. I’ve never felt so lost and useless but I can’t go out and you can only do so much reading the news and cleaning.
girl you can sew craft bake cook snuggle furbabies. do yoga, meditate, be still & grow closer to God, garden.....check out Coffee with Kate she's all about living a full life at home.....kinda like our grandparents did in the 30s & 40s........they were so resourceful and very wise in domestic, sustainable living. We have been given a HUGE reset button and gift to sloooooooooow down.....god bless those who sacrifice their own life and health to help others. *hug*
@@colleenmarin8907 Learning a second language is a great idea. Many public libraries offer Rosetta Stone and you can sign up online with your library card from your phone, tablet or computer. It's worth checking to see if your library offers that.
Thank you so much for verbalizing what most of us are feeling. Overwhelmed, anxious, hysterically sterilizing our whole life. We need to sit back and try to enjoy the peace and safety of our own home and family. What else can we do? Contributing to the world wide panic is not conducive to our health or others. God bless us all.
Some of our big challenges include trying not to be overwhelmed, maintain our "sanity", and still being kind to others. We are ALL under a lot of pressure.
yeah, there are lots of people feeling that way I think... I'm starting to feel it a little less intensely because it's sinking in that this is how things will be for a while, I don't have any power to change it, and what will be will be. all you can do is stay home and stay safe, and make the best of it. but imo keep the news to a minimum, it isn't helpful, and things like seeing crowds at the beach just make me frustrated with the world right now
You’re so incredibly bright and sensitive. You affirmed my feelings as well. I think your next calling should be as a therapist. You would be AWESOME. Sending love from San Antonio ❤️
I absolutely admire you, your talent and empathy and compassion. God bless you and your children!!! I hope you continue to make videos to all of us whether it be check-ins, tips and tricks, life events/changes, anything you may find interesting. Sending you much love ❤️ 🙏🙌
Hi Mayim, I've been an admirer of yours for many years... this video was really awesome, genuine and heart felt and as always in your case, intelligent. Just a little feed back to say..."I like you, I really really like you". You're such a unique, smart and kind hearted person. Thank you for being a voice of support and clarity during this unrepresented time. ❤️
Thank you for sharing this. I’m also a single mom, a teacher , alone in this country , trying to do it all. Not into Facebook either as it makes me feel bad about myself and my life. I appreciate your honesty , makes other women feel they are not the only ones feeling certain things. I loved you on Blossom and still do ~ You are awesome ❤️❤️❤️
Our area has closed schools but teachers are arranging for parents to pick up homework packages and even lunches that kids get at school! Good to see you!
Nice to know I’m not the only one who takes “news breaks” and doesn’t like Facebook! And do not get me started about my strong feelings re: Twitter! I really appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Take care and be safe. 😊
Augh. Yes. All last week I've been in a mood. I began work from home last week and it was rough. Between my job expecting productivity to not drop and the kids at home bouncing around and me watching the news every minute. I couldn't deal. I checked out. My awesome husband took over. And I reset. It helped so much. This week is better. Thanks for sharing. I thought I was alone and crazy in this.
I'm an empath and this is an extremely hard time for everyone. I'm so glad your speaking what's on your mind! Love your face! Hugs from orange county, CA
Mark Twain: "If you do not read the news you are uninformed. If you do read the news you are misinformed." Need I say more? Get outside, take a deep breath and enjoy your kids!
@@dawnbailey824 The Bible is not news... the key word in news is NEW; the bible is PRIMITIVE nonsense and it contains NOTHING newer than the second century. The crap line that there is nothing new under the sun is BS... COVID-19 is NEW and when it mutates there will be MORE NEW things to be aware of. The bible will become useful when we run out of TP.
Oh , Mayim : I'm so happy you are continuing to post ; it means a lot to me and so many !!!! Take care of you and yours , kiddo !!!! Thanks for all the great laughs , your comedy is beyond heaven !!!!
I am also out of the “loop” and I enjoy every minute of it. I also quit watching the news about a year or more ago. I also quit using Facebook over a year ago. My mental health has been soooo much better.
I am a teacher who is TEACHING from home, grading, and a mom to a pre-schooler and a toddler. To all the working teacher mommies out there: love to you, and as Mayim says, “be gentle with yourself.” Thanks Mayim.
The Peace of Wild Things” - Wendell Berry When despair for the world grows in me and I wake in the night at the least sound in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be, I go and lie down where the wood drake rests in his beauty on the water, and the great heron feeds. I come into the peace of wild things who do not tax their lives with forethought of grief. I come into the presence of still water. And I feel above me the day-blind stars waiting with their light. For a time I rest in the grace of the world, and am free.
"...who do not tax their lives with forethought of grief." For those of us overwhelmed by anxious thoughts on even good days, this is a spot of clarity. Thank you for sharing this.
We love you! Your transparency and encouragement for other parents being kind to each other and their kids, so important! Thank you for being a voice of mercy and patience.
Someone I know tweeted that they were 30 minutes into homeschooling their kids due to COVID-19, and now believe that teachers should be paid a million dollars a year.
YES, they should! It has always amazed me that parents (and even non-parents) don't seem to understand the importance of educating our next generation. When we are old, some of those children will be in a position of "running the world"! Do we honestly want some mis-educated BOOBALOUS in that kind of situation? 😩 Gawd. Yes, pay our teachers more than professional athletes! Teaching is a highly important job. I can't say that often enough.
It is such a relief to hear you. I have 2 jobs, and 2 kids, and now I have to clean up, do laundry, cook 3 meals and teach. I'm really tired. My faith helps me to keep up and stay calm.
there's a lot of them out there that are normal who are famous she's one of them, Kirsten Bell is another one and her husband too and Kevin Smith is another one though he doesn't consider himself famous since he's not making movies like Spielberg for example. but yes it is always nice when celebs show to the public they are normal people cause you don't always see that since there are a lot of them in hollywood that are fake i think.
Youre videos always makes me feel “grounded” or connected with reality. Sometimes I am so inside my own head that forget that others also struggle, that I am not alone and if we support each other during difficult times like this one, doesnt “feel” that bad. So THANK YOU for sharing your opinion and connect with others that feel wrong in any way.
You’re such a fascinating person and independent thinker, I don’t always agree with you but I very much enjoy hearing your thoughts and opinions bc I learn so much from you ❤️
Wow, thanks Mayim for "posting" lol, and helping this former homeschooling mom of three, now adult, sons with the youngest son having severe special needs who is home with me. You've helped me feel a bit more connected as I, too, am extremely sensitive (INFJ) and "feel" that a constant diet of news and Facebook are not good for my mental health. We live in San Diego and are doing our best of staying strong and positive during this time. Wishing you and your sons/family much peace and serenity as best possible. Liz
Janet Faust Lolol I needed to see that comment I have been debating reactivating my fb after not going on for 5 years but it would probably be not great for my mental health lol
Really depends how you use it. I love fb. Especially now. I don't game or have 500 strangers on my friends list. I have a small group of family and RL friends. I'm an artist so belong to a few art groups where I can discuss art, techniques etc. with other artists.
I stopped watching the news years ago. After all these years, I still hear about what's going in the world when needed. The fact is this...I know what I need to know and I'm still here. I love your content and appreciate it.
I pick more than one news site because I want balance, but yeah I have a half hour a day I check the news & hit up some of the bigger social media sites to see what is trending.
Thank you, Mayim. Thank you for normalizing how I've been feeling lately, but especially for making me feel less alone and weird about who I am as a person dealing with some anxiety and other mental health issues. I'm excited to hear that you're wanting to study Reiki and I hope you decide to go for it. Much love and light to you and yours during these troubling times and always
@MayimBialik I am in the same boat of feelings and confusion. I completely understand and you're not alone. I also am a single parent and my daughter has always been homeschooled as well. You're videos are part of what keeps me grounded and connected. You're a great person to be connected with, because this is what I needed today. I'm glad we're in this together for together we will get through this. Thank you very much for sharing your life with us. An early Shabbat Shalom to you and yours.
Thank you! There has been a trend recently of celebrities telling us to keep smiling, wash our hands, just laugh etc... Its suprisingly reassuring to hear someone like yourself to say things are actually worrying! I've also become a news junkie. My best wishes to you. Bex.xxx
Oh, Mayim! Thank you so much for putting into words the feelings I've been having! What a relief to know I'm not alone in the anxiety I've been having about things, specifically in the immense load of all the things I "could or should" be doing at this time.
🌼🌸🌼Thank you Mayim! Really relate to the "news" issue. It can overwhelm one so quickly! Your clarity and honesty is comforting, and your anxieties likely ring true with many of your viewers(including myself). Hope this finds you and yours safe and well. Wishing you a blessed week🌼🌸🌼
I am also divorced and I too found it difficult. I don’t usually watch channels like this but I’m so glad I watched yours. You are helpful and a pleasure to listen to.
I believe my anxiety battles are different to yours, but that’s similar enough to feel your pain and struggle even if I can’t imagine your pain and struggle. Hold on to your resources, recognise your own weaknesses, and keep on going. One thousand voices will cheer you on your way. (Might be a slight underestimate of the voices🤣 writers liscence)
I commented to Mayim she should watch this video, which addresses many of her concerns, posted by Clinical psychologist Dr. Ali Mattu on CZcams, and I'll pass it along to you too: czcams.com/video/mwrMtJ3DYXg/video.html :)
Being an Empathic Soul , I feel the Same things. I use CZcams meditation every night . It helps me . I give myself one hour of news a day , then I watch Big Bang reruns for hours . 😁
You are SOOOOOO not alone!! I don’t use FB, the news freaks me out but I can’t stay away because not knowing is more scary and I have anxiety about everything that I have never had before. You are NOT alone.
You're so down to earth and genuine. I feel the same way about the news. I can't watch it. My heart hurts for the world so much. May God help us. 🌿Eaman
Hello, dear, from a 50 year old woman in Seattle who stumbled on this video from my suggestions on CZcams. You know what? It's totally OK to just read a book or do some yard work with no particular goal in mind, right now. Keeping a schedule can be very helpful, but maybe it's a good time to LET GO of deadlines and not put pressure on yourself. I understand how you feel. I'm a polymath, also, and collect degrees and certifications. It's sometimes hard for us to stop! But it's OK to take this time and just..... be. Take a nap. Binge watch a show. Breathe. Stretch. It's also a good time for any kind of hobby that requires you to use your hands! Being creative and building or making something can be very relaxing. Take care.
mayim plz make more videos! watching you talking and sharing your beautiful thoughts is a blessing. it makes my day and helps me stay fresh and motivated
A customer told me recently. "If we all behave ourselves we can be done with this quicker. But if we don't we will all suffer longer!" She is so right!
True!
I never have been able to understand why people can't get that simple truth into their heads. I guess people in general really are just sheep.
Lol
I except your premise and concur with your thesis statement
I wish I had your customers mine just ask why we are out of stock on sanitizer and toilet paper everyday!
I feel so guilty. I am an introvert and I find having to stay home a gift.
Me too. Kinda guilty, but so happy.
I don't feel guilty, I feel vindicated and justified. My normal lifestyle is called quarantine, who knew?
Do you feel guilty you're not sick when others are? that you're home and not in a hospital sick? etc. Try not to borrow trouble. There is something amazingly impactful about a forced halt on life, and it'll affect everyone differently. I'm happy you are feeling like you've been given a gift. You have been! I'm extroverted and I am personally going a bit crazy. But I'm trying to be open-minded about what this halt could teach me, and I consider it a blessing too!
me too ❤️🥺 i am so happy, i finally don’t have to talk to people face to face and i don’t have to go to school or out. The past 9 days have been the best days of my life.
Bildgesmythe I don’t feel guilty...I love it. Right now, I’m in lockdown in my assisted living apartment. No problem.
Mayim, You can share whenever you want and we'll listen.
I sure appreciate you, your authenticity, your insight, humor, compassion, and wisdom. It is so obvious to me that you are committed to being real. Thank you. Stay well. God bless you.
I got lucky with the timing. I adopted two kittens right before all of this hit. They are funny and sweet, and really helping my mental health.
Tim Frick
Oh, sweet!💖
My 2 Cats are amazingly helpful! I hope your cats bring you as much love and joy as my shelter babies brought me!
My two cats are also helping!!🐈🐈
Aaaw, sweet. Have fun wit them 😘
Hmm, how do I convince my huz that we neeeeed a kitty?
I saw somebody post, "You don't have to make the most of a pandemic." I found that wise.
Mayim, hearing someone as intelligent and educated as you struggle with the same emotions as myself is somehow reassuring. That may sound bad but I believe the "herd" instinct must be stronger during hard times. And this is h a r d!
This!
So true!
Yes!
same.
I feel ya. I'm in a constant fight between wanting to stay informed and keeping my "sanity."
Believe me, you're not alone with the feelings you're feeling. This, too, shall pass.Thanks for sharing, Mayim!
You have NAILED every point that I'm feeling. You definitely aren't alone. Thank you for speaking out about all these things!
Sarah D. Neither are you.
@@cherieg-johns1650 I keep having to remind myself of that. We'll all get through this and hopefully be better people.
You're not alone. I'm feeling overwhelmed by all of this too. It's a strange time. Hang in there.
You're not alone. Feelin overwhelmed is the natural response. Admitting it is a strength that I hope more of us will have the courage to commit to. Thank u for your continued truth and wisdom. Stay safe and healthy.
It's so meaningful that a Hollywood celebrity has the courage to be vulnerable. I think you're more resilient than you think.
Here I thought I was the only one who had to stop watching news and delete FB because it gave me severe anxiety. I am reading news now again but very selectively to keep updated. Everything is really surreal at the moment. I still have moments where I forget, then remember I can't just pop out to the store. Thanks for sharing this Mayim 💜
I ridded my life of Facebook in 2016, and I've not regretted it one iota. The drama and fakeness was overwhelming.
As far as drama on FB, I don't get any. I try not to post it publically too, but sometimes I forget that if I am having issues with a particular company, I do not need to say it to the world, as the world could care less. I'm learning. I think following the right people helps. OTOH, its nearly impossible to have friends in your life and tell them, I'm sorry, I don't want to follow you because you are a downer. It helps to be a loner. Thus, I fully support all of you who are not on FB! I get it! I really do get it. What I had to rid myself of was Quora as the Quora bots and admin were driving me nuts with their rules. The funny bit is when they insisted "this question is the same as that question" when it really wasn't, then changed their minds about it being merged. Answers were being merged and unmerged so often that you never knew where your answers were! ROFL I quit answering most questions, but do read Quora from time to time, but only because some of the answers are heartwarming or funny or uplifting in some way.
You are right when you talk about "home schooling " vs "schooling from home ". So many parents don't do it correctly and I've seen kids suffer because of it. You're a good mom, Mayim.
Yes! Great advice for parents who are currently in charge of educating their kids at home. I homeschooled for many years. It is NOT the same. It is a big change for both the parents and the children. Your kids know this is temporary and they are going to push back. Try to let it roll off your back. You are stressed and your kids are stressed too.
I bet this nitwit will teach her kids, just like the public schools do, that there are five thousand genders and all the Founding Fathers were slave owning, white privilege racists.
My kid has been a trooper. School is from after breakfast until lunch. Our district has given optional work but my homeschooling friends with same grade kids as mine have stepped up to help guide me in finding resources to keep my kid entertained, engaged, and motivated. We are finding a balance until we either get to go back to school or school sends us more in depth work. Right now, nothing is mandatory and no grades will be given for assignments completed except for one ongoing project. I am desperately hoping the teacher gives me more information about what the project is and what we need to be doing. We just came off spring break week so teachers are calling and letting us know what we can do, should do, and answering questions. Schooling from home is definitely NOT homeschooling!
@@jamyedowell245 Just make sure you stick with the curriculum such as math and science are based upon white privilege, so math answers and gender are about how you feel. American history is thoroughly racist.
Love your genuine, honest admissions. You’re not alone!
Something I've learned in my 54 years:Love is greater than fear,and during this time when the factories of fear seem to be working overtime,we must find every reason and way possible to love and nurture ourselves,and one another.May God be with you,and thank you for all the wonderful entertainment memories you've given us all over the years/God Bless and Namaste
Great advice! 😃
Hi, Im 82 and really feeling overwhelmed.....thanks for sharing....it helps to hear how others in this situation are feeling.
Bubba Still AMEN to that!!
You're just experiencing the same stir crazy everybody else is. Don't panic. Keep safe. Stay well. We need people like you once the pandemic is over. Also, if you're feeling overwhelmed by all this, just imagine how terrible Sheldon's freakout would be.
That would be great to see sheldon's response. Miss that show terribly. Only advantage, I bought all their seasons
Honestly, this was the most helpful and calming video I've seen in a looong time, so I thank you for your kind words. You are not alone with these feelings. Stay safe ♥️
Virtual hugs to you and everyone feeling overwhelmed, boxed in, etc. This too shall pass. Thanks for being kind to all those who are physically vulnerable by staying home. Sending you 😍
finally, a person in the entertainment industry who actually has a clue as to what the rest of the country (and the world) is going through, and understanding that for most people (especially parents) are really struggling during this crisis. You can easily overload on news (trust me, I do it ally the time). But we live in an era where 24/7 is way it is. Before you had to actively seek news and information beyond the 6 o'clock news once a night, to actively trying to avoid it for most of the day. Also I wanted to say I saw some people comment about the "Imagine" instagram. personal thought: I'd really want to believe that those people in their hearts thought they were helping. But it just also shows how out of touch most of Hollywood is to the rest of the average world. I also think Mayim that you understand that. Never in the news have I seen you sporting some outlandish home, car, personal possessions. I have never seen you on talk shows (not that I watch them much) bragging about trips to Martha's Vineyard or the Riviera. You obviously have the means to dd that, but are still down to earth as a human being. Of course you really can't know someone just from on screen appearances and TV shows. But from the information I do see regarding you, you have earned my respect.
Michael Clark: Thanks for articulating my thoughts. And thanks Mayim.
I would agree, except for the remark about the entertainment industry. To suggest that most people in that line of work don't have a "clue" is disappointing. It reminds me of the flood of criticism whenever a "celebrity" makes a political comment, something along the lines of "stay in your lane".
several people in my past have called me "different"----I embrace this compliment !
harlonthegreat
Yes!
You’re not alone! Thx for reminding us that we are not alone in this, even though we may be physically alone, we are blessed to have telecommunication. Love hearing your thoughts ☺️
Oh Mayim!!!🤗You are not alone at all!!
I’ve been on the verge of tears for around 3 days and you had me crying by the end because everything you said was how I was feeling! I am the same: I have had to avoid the news for the past year because I found I was ruminating over really sad stuff and it was causing a lot of anxiety. I also have to avoid Facebook. I only started reading the news the past few weeks and last night I checked for updates in the middle of the night! I’m noticing that I need to get a grip.
Oh my gosh you are not alone! I swear!
I see this time as a valuable chance to really appreciate things we are lucky to have, like each other, and our health!
Thank you so much for posting this.
I am also a person that gets incredibly affected by news and social media. Music and reading and my spiritual life help. Praying for all of the peace, and comfort for you.
Good Morning Mayim!!!
We appreciate your honesty
I set a time in the day where I am allowed to consume news. Its every night before dinner. And it's the only time in the day I check them. That way I feel in control but have the most time of the day free of the news.
I love that you are so honest! We should all be more gentle with ourself and the people around us.
Thank you. I appreciate hearing how you feel. Makes me feel normal (as in like you but my own version). Be safe.
Mayim, I have loved and respected you as an actress, scientist and more importantly as a person for years. Keep making these candid videos. It helps knowing there is other people who are just as overwhelmed and, dare I say it, a bit scared of this world right now. May G-d bless you and keep you. Stay safe and well, both mentally and physically.
Mayim, I love hearing your voice, it’s very comforting (hope that doesn’t sound creepy lol). Anyways, you are right, we will get through this and learn from it. Hang in there - stay safe and healthy!
Sending you love from Canada 🇨🇦
dial 59 I was just thinking the same thing and moments later scrolled past your comment! Nice to know I’m not the only one. Sending ❤️
@@Mirandanns you're such a.. wtf is wrong with you.
Boris Sheen more like wtf is wrong with you
@@rossharley2812 naw shut up scrub.
Boris Sheen your names boris I say no more 🤦♀️
Your honesty and heartfelt thoughts are much appreciated. Some moments I feel fine. Others as if I’m barely holding on.
You are not alone Mayim! I dropped news and all social media years ago and I still can't get away from everything. My friends/family keep me up to date (to my chagrin). Stay away from news and social media (you don't need it). And I dare say to turn off notifications on your phone. Since all this went down my phone has been blowing up and I'm done with it! Try to get outside as much as possible, ground every day, journal, actually contact true friends and family, get things done around the house. I've been so incredibly busy it's insane...and calming and wonderful at the same time. Keep searching for your balance! Thanks for reaching out!
I had “quit” Facebook because of feeling overwhelmed a couple of years ago. After this virus quarantine I got sucked back in and in a day and a half felt overwhelmed again. I know how you feel. You are not alone.
I left Facebook during the last Presidential election, too much for me . I had to create a healthy boundary for my sanity. I take the news in bits in pieces so that I don’t become overwhelmed. Praying for everyone and the situation at hand❤️
Janet Trelease Lolol looking at these comments make me realize it was a good idea not to reactivate my fb after not going on for years
Bobby Kaps. I agree it wasn’t the negatives being posted that I would see - Now everyone is posting videos etc and I feel like I am being lazy not doing all of that. I am busy trying to just live a normal and not a digital life! (except these posts 😁)
A Person right!!! It takes just one minute and you are sucked back in.
Valarie St.Pierre Sanity is a daily struggle for me anyway. I wish I had the magic pill for a healthy boundary. If anyone knows of one - please Let me know.
I feel you Mayim. So overwhelmed right now. And anxious as well. Stay safe, take care
Typically homeschooling mom here. Totally on with your message! Even us homeschoolers feel off right now!
Bethany Petersen same here
Thanks again Mayim. You are 100% right about EVERYTHING and I feel just like you. I think we need to give ourselves a break as in be nicer to us. This is hard AND scary. Can you even believe we're all going through this!?!?!!? I know I can trust you follow the science and facts so IF you share any info it will be correct. That is comforting.
Sometimes being 'out of the loop' can be a good thing.
I relate to that feeling of like “oh I should be doing something”. I don’t work and I don’t have kids and my husband HAS to be out at work for 8+ hours a day. I’ve never felt so lost and useless but I can’t go out and you can only do so much reading the news and cleaning.
girl you can sew craft bake cook snuggle furbabies. do yoga, meditate, be still & grow closer to God, garden.....check out Coffee with Kate she's all about living a full life at home.....kinda like our grandparents did in the 30s & 40s........they were so resourceful and very wise in domestic, sustainable living. We have been given a HUGE reset button and gift to sloooooooooow down.....god bless those who sacrifice their own life and health to help others.
*hug*
Duolingo
Learn to play an instrument.
Learn a second language, take an online course, watch a favorite movie. Start an exercise regime. Find what's right for you
@@colleenmarin8907 Learning a second language is a great idea. Many public libraries offer Rosetta Stone and you can sign up online with your library card from your phone, tablet or computer. It's worth checking to see if your library offers that.
You’re never alone., News over-load is a constant battle for me.
Thank you so much for verbalizing what most of us are feeling. Overwhelmed, anxious, hysterically sterilizing our whole life. We need to sit back and try to enjoy the peace and safety of our own home and family. What else can we do? Contributing to the world wide panic is not conducive to our health or others. God bless us all.
Some of our big challenges include trying not to be overwhelmed, maintain our "sanity", and still being kind to others. We are ALL under a lot of pressure.
Very true
You’re not alone Mayim. I relate so much with the overwhelmed feeling you describe.
yeah, there are lots of people feeling that way I think... I'm starting to feel it a little less intensely because it's sinking in that this is how things will be for a while, I don't have any power to change it, and what will be will be.
all you can do is stay home and stay safe, and make the best of it. but imo keep the news to a minimum, it isn't helpful, and things like seeing crowds at the beach just make me frustrated with the world right now
You’re so incredibly bright and sensitive. You affirmed my feelings as well. I think your next calling should be as a therapist. You would be AWESOME. Sending love from San Antonio ❤️
I absolutely admire you, your talent and empathy and compassion. God bless you and your children!!! I hope you continue to make videos to all of us whether it be check-ins, tips and tricks, life events/changes, anything you may find interesting. Sending you much love ❤️ 🙏🙌
Hi Mayim, I've been an admirer of yours for many years... this video was really awesome, genuine and heart felt and as always in your case, intelligent. Just a little feed back to say..."I like you, I really really like you". You're such a unique, smart and kind hearted person. Thank you for being a voice of support and clarity during this unrepresented time. ❤️
Thank you for sharing this. I’m also a single mom, a teacher , alone in this country , trying to do it all. Not into Facebook either as it makes me feel bad about myself and my life. I appreciate your honesty , makes other women feel they are not the only ones feeling certain things. I loved you on Blossom and still do ~ You are awesome ❤️❤️❤️
Our area has closed schools but teachers are arranging for parents to pick up homework packages and even lunches that kids get at school! Good to see you!
Thanks for being genuine. It helps to remind us that we are all in this together apart. Be at peace, be well.
Nice to know I’m not the only one who takes “news breaks” and doesn’t like Facebook! And do not get me started about my strong feelings re: Twitter! I really appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Take care and be safe. 😊
I feel the same way Cyn W, I hate Facebook and I stopped watching the news altogether. Just made me more depressed. Hang in there!!
Hi Mayim, I hope you and your family are all safe and doing well! Much love.
Many things she said resonated with me, on a deep level. I respect her so much
Augh. Yes. All last week I've been in a mood. I began work from home last week and it was rough. Between my job expecting productivity to not drop and the kids at home bouncing around and me watching the news every minute. I couldn't deal. I checked out. My awesome husband took over. And I reset. It helped so much. This week is better. Thanks for sharing. I thought I was alone and crazy in this.
I'm an empath and this is an extremely hard time for everyone. I'm so glad your speaking what's on your mind! Love your face! Hugs from orange county, CA
Mark Twain: "If you do not read the news you are uninformed. If you do read the news you are misinformed." Need I say more?
Get outside, take a deep breath and enjoy your kids!
Get outside and watch the news. Help a neighbor, help a stranger, read the Bible .
@@dawnbailey824 The Bible is not news... the key word in news is NEW; the bible is PRIMITIVE nonsense and it contains NOTHING newer than the second century. The crap line that there is nothing new under the sun is BS... COVID-19 is NEW and when it mutates there will be MORE NEW things to be aware of. The bible will become useful when we run out of TP.
Kevin McK what ignorance, how sad.
@@banba317 The Bible is still the most important book in the world, as well as the very foundation of western civilization.
You are not alone ❤️
Oh , Mayim : I'm so happy you are continuing to post ; it means a lot to me and so many !!!!
Take care of you and yours , kiddo !!!!
Thanks for all the great laughs , your comedy is beyond heaven !!!!
I just realized how sweet a person you are. Be well and isolate.
You are not alone, I’m completely overwhelmed. And my Anxiety is in overdrive
You are doing just fine Sunshine. Keep breathing consciously, loving Yourself and Kids. Thank You for sharing Your story.
I am also out of the “loop” and I enjoy every minute of it. I also quit watching the news about a year or more ago. I also quit using Facebook over a year ago. My mental health has been soooo much better.
i don't watch the news but i have been using yahoo news more than i use to but i just read titles and not articles.
I am a teacher who is TEACHING from home, grading, and a mom to a pre-schooler and a toddler. To all the working teacher mommies out there: love to you, and as Mayim says, “be gentle with yourself.” Thanks Mayim.
The Peace of Wild Things” - Wendell Berry
When despair for the world grows in me
and I wake in the night at the least sound
in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be,
I go and lie down where the wood drake
rests in his beauty on the water, and the great heron feeds.
I come into the peace of wild things
who do not tax their lives with forethought of grief. I come into the presence of still water.
And I feel above me the day-blind stars
waiting with their light. For a time
I rest in the grace of the world, and am free.
Perfect.
Jeff Abbott beautiful and reassuring!
"...who do not tax their lives with forethought of grief." For those of us overwhelmed by anxious thoughts on even good days, this is a spot of clarity. Thank you for sharing this.
That is beautiful!
Thank you.
We love you! Your transparency and encouragement for other parents being kind to each other and their kids, so important! Thank you for being a voice of mercy and patience.
Someone I know tweeted that they were 30 minutes into homeschooling their kids due to COVID-19, and now believe that teachers should be paid a million dollars a year.
James David Walley Lol “om yes!”
Parents are oblivious to the ungrateful rugrats that populate our public schools!
I'm enjoying it.. will take the 1 million but without the university plz :p
When they are not your kids, it is a lot easier.
YES, they should! It has always amazed me that parents (and even non-parents) don't seem to understand the importance of educating our next generation. When we are old, some of those children will be in a position of "running the world"! Do we honestly want some mis-educated BOOBALOUS in that kind of situation? 😩 Gawd. Yes, pay our teachers more than professional athletes! Teaching is a highly important job. I can't say that often enough.
It is such a relief to hear you. I have 2 jobs, and 2 kids, and now I have to clean up, do laundry, cook 3 meals and teach. I'm really tired. My faith helps me to keep up and stay calm.
I love how you are one of us even though you are a famous movie star you down to earth I think you're totally awesome hang in there girl hang in there
there's a lot of them out there that are normal who are famous she's one of them, Kirsten Bell is another one and her husband too and Kevin Smith is another one though he doesn't consider himself famous since he's not making movies like Spielberg for example. but yes it is always nice when celebs show to the public they are normal people cause you don't always see that since there are a lot of them in hollywood that are fake i think.
Youre videos always makes me feel “grounded” or connected with reality. Sometimes I am so inside my own head that forget that others also struggle, that I am not alone and if we support each other during difficult times like this one, doesnt “feel” that bad. So THANK YOU for sharing your opinion and connect with others that feel wrong in any way.
You’re such a fascinating person and independent thinker, I don’t always agree with you but I very much enjoy hearing your thoughts and opinions bc I learn so much from you ❤️
Your not alone in your feelings! The news is overwhelming here too.
Love from NZ 💙💙
Wow, thanks Mayim for "posting" lol, and helping this former homeschooling mom of three, now adult, sons with the youngest son having severe special needs who is home with me. You've helped me feel a bit more connected as I, too, am extremely sensitive (INFJ) and "feel" that a constant diet of news and Facebook are not good for my mental health. We live in San Diego and are doing our best of staying strong and positive during this time. Wishing you and your sons/family much peace and serenity as best possible. Liz
Your hair looks light and pretty. Thank you for posting. It helps to feel connected.
Ivy Winwood I was just about to say the same thing🧚🏽♂️
Don’t give in to FB. It’s not “real.” “Social media” is not social. Just rest your mind... it’s ok.
Janet Faust Lolol I needed to see that comment I have been debating reactivating my fb after not going on for 5 years but it would probably be not great for my mental health lol
@@Alicia-vq8jg same here. same here.
Really depends how you use it. I love fb. Especially now. I don't game or have 500 strangers on my friends list. I have a small group of family and RL friends. I'm an artist so belong to a few art groups where I can discuss art, techniques etc. with other artists.
So true. Love it. Don’t succumb 😊
Therefore, fb stands for fake book....
Thank you so much for your perspectives. I agree, we have to be kind to each other as well as ourselves. We’ll get thru this!
I stopped watching the news years ago. After all these years, I still hear about what's going in the world when needed. The fact is this...I know what I need to know and I'm still here. I love your content and appreciate it.
Advice: Pick a news site and check it once a day, at a specific time.
@Mr. Snrub yes to Fox fair and balanced
CDC website. That's all
I pick more than one news site because I want balance, but yeah I have a half hour a day I check the news & hit up some of the bigger social media sites to see what is trending.
@Mr. Snrub Or cnn
@@lisalonergan86 lol
Thank you, Mayim. Thank you for normalizing how I've been feeling lately, but especially for making me feel less alone and weird about who I am as a person dealing with some anxiety and other mental health issues. I'm excited to hear that you're wanting to study Reiki and I hope you decide to go for it. Much love and light to you and yours during these troubling times and always
@MayimBialik I am in the same boat of feelings and confusion. I completely understand and you're not alone. I also am a single parent and my daughter has always been homeschooled as well. You're videos are part of what keeps me grounded and connected. You're a great person to be connected with, because this is what I needed today. I'm glad we're in this together for together we will get through this. Thank you very much for sharing your life with us. An early Shabbat Shalom to you and yours.
Thank you! There has been a trend recently of celebrities telling us to keep smiling, wash our hands, just laugh etc... Its suprisingly reassuring to hear someone like yourself to say things are actually worrying! I've also become a news junkie. My best wishes to you. Bex.xxx
It’s okay to feel overwhelmed. Hope you are doing fine, Miss Mayim! Sending love from Philippines 🇵🇭❤️
..don't kid yourself you are very intelligent.. eventually you will figure out, girl!
Stay Safe!
Thank you for sharing!
Oh, Mayim! Thank you so much for putting into words the feelings I've been having! What a relief to know I'm not alone in the anxiety I've been having about things, specifically in the immense load of all the things I "could or should" be doing at this time.
Calm down, breathe, we will get through this.
🌼🌸🌼Thank you Mayim! Really relate to the "news" issue. It can overwhelm one so quickly! Your clarity and honesty is comforting, and your anxieties likely ring true with many of your viewers(including myself). Hope this finds you and yours safe and well. Wishing you a blessed week🌼🌸🌼
I appreciate that you are so honest. I too am feeling overwhelmed in different areas. You are definitely not alone.
I am also divorced and I too found it difficult. I don’t usually watch channels like this but I’m so glad I watched yours. You are helpful and a pleasure to listen to.
I love the way you explain things. Yr not the only who feels this way, really. Its amazing how open youbare, is a gift 😙
As we are all being quarantined now, I absolutely think Sheldon should re-consider CZcams channel for fun with flags!
Simo: Love this.
I miss you Mayim, you are one of the only sane you tubers I have been able to find.
Fear is causing this anxiety, I have no fear I’am just being careful.We can not change it.Hello to you ! 😊
I believe my anxiety battles are different to yours, but that’s similar enough to feel your pain and struggle even if I can’t imagine your pain and struggle. Hold on to your resources, recognise your own weaknesses, and keep on going. One thousand voices will cheer you on your way. (Might be a slight underestimate of the voices🤣 writers liscence)
I'm struggling with the same problem honey. We'll find a balance!
I commented to Mayim she should watch this video, which addresses many of her concerns, posted by Clinical psychologist Dr. Ali Mattu on CZcams, and I'll pass it along to you too: czcams.com/video/mwrMtJ3DYXg/video.html :)
Being an Empathic Soul , I feel the Same things. I use CZcams meditation every night . It helps me . I give myself one hour of news a day , then I watch Big Bang reruns for hours . 😁
You are SOOOOOO not alone!! I don’t use FB, the news freaks me out but I can’t stay away because not knowing is more scary and I have anxiety about everything that I have never had before. You are NOT alone.
you are not alone, it's a struggle, here in Croatia we had a really disturbing day yesterday (22.3) its overwhelming, hope yall are ok❤️
I heard about that earthquake,i wish everyone in croatia all the best❤
Dora Mađarić prayers for your country! Hope you and your loved ones are ok!
thank you all we appreciate the support ❤️
Hello Croatia from Cali! You're not alone
@@helgahaa hope yall are safe, take care!
You're so down to earth and genuine. I feel the same way about the news. I can't watch it. My heart hurts for the world so much. May God help us.
🌿Eaman
Wonderful words. You have a good head on you shoulders.
Staying safe, keeping sane.
Hello, dear, from a 50 year old woman in Seattle who stumbled on this video from my suggestions on CZcams. You know what? It's totally OK to just read a book or do some yard work with no particular goal in mind, right now. Keeping a schedule can be very helpful, but maybe it's a good time to LET GO of deadlines and not put pressure on yourself. I understand how you feel. I'm a polymath, also, and collect degrees and certifications. It's sometimes hard for us to stop! But it's OK to take this time and just..... be. Take a nap. Binge watch a show. Breathe. Stretch. It's also a good time for any kind of hobby that requires you to use your hands! Being creative and building or making something can be very relaxing. Take care.
This was extremely refreshing. I’m glad to hear someone say it like it is
I love how your mind works. Thank you for sharing and for being a positive influence in my life 💕
I’m feeling overwhelmed too. I have a 5yr old and 15m old. I’m having “good-ish” days and “hard” days
mayim plz make more videos! watching you talking and sharing your beautiful thoughts is a blessing. it makes my day and helps me stay fresh and motivated