Living With Anxiety: 'It’s Something In Your Brain That You Can’t Control All The Time' | TODAY
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- 17-year-old Zach Crites dealt with debilitating anxiety and agoraphobia for years. Last fall, he began attending WayPoint Academy, a therapeutic boarding school that specializes in the treatment of anxiety in teenage boys.
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Living With Anxiety: 'It’s Something In Your Brain That You Can’t Control All The Time' | TODAY
I have generalized anxiety disorder,and I wouldn't wish this upon my enemy.its the worst feeling in the world,when you have no control over you're thoughts...
Can i ask you what do u feel most of the times cz i have it too and sometimes i really can’t explain my emotions properly.. it’s like u really don’t get sometimes what ur overthinking about and u really can’t control how i feel also..
It’s the worst thing in the world . I can’t even explain it. Nobody understands it
Same it’s horrible
It’s not the worst thing tho
Dec1n its horrible since you feel so much emotions you can’t put into words and you literally have no idea what is happening inside your brain.
Anxiety is a 24 hour fight or flight feeling that does not let up. My body shakes even when I'm having a good time.
Dont fight it that why u are shaking just feel the anxiety try it let go
@@eeeee7908 it's not something I can help. Anxiety can't always be controlled, otherwise, everyone would just do it.
I always flight
You described it perfectly. It doesn't leave me even when I'm relatively better.
Try DNRS by Annie Hopper, it will shut that off. Your limbic system is impaired and stuck on a loop that was caused by a virus, bacteria, stress, or other traumas. Because brains are neuroplastic, they can change through repetition of positive thoughts using past memories and future visuals. It takes some time, but you can rewire your brain and shut off the chronic fight or flight you are stuck in. You are making too much norepinepherine and adrenaline thats why you shake and are nervous. I am currently doing DNRS for anxiety and POTS syndrome and it is helping. Look it up! You can fully recover! @ J Leo
The worst part about mine is sometimes I can’t even speak. :(
When I'm stressed I feel an incredibly burning itch all over my body and can't move it sucks
Mine is that i cant fall asleep at night😭
@@rensan5532 It can get better my comment is from 1 month ago and I havent had symptoms since I started seeing my friends again
Same
Do connect ... find out your niche and bounce back beautifully. Take care
I have social anxiety.. Every memory is embarrassing and no matter where I go hurts. Feels like they hate me, don't care about me, judge me. I can't eat food in front of others without this sickening feeling of being watched and judged for it..
Some Hyena hi, please seek professional help... connect with me or with someone you trust.. in few sessions you will be in a better state. You are brave 👍
Oh god, that's exactly how I feel most of the time. I hope it gets better for you.
@@louise1021 pray you are better now. Take care and keep yourself hydrated.
@@HinaBeg Thanks Hina, it's going to take a while to get over it.
@@louise1021 as a solution therapist in just 3 sessions clients have seen the difference.
You are a confident person and may you jump out of it asap. Take care and wishes for you now and always 👍
( Contact if you want sessions )
I once heard someone describe anxiety as “ a feeling as of something bad is about to happen” and I felt that.
@Gomes it’s normal🖤 I try my best not to let it eat me up by doing something simple that I enjoy:)
@Gomes have you considered a psychiatrist? I have one, didn’t want one, and she helps me whole lot. Didn’t think she could. But know you’re not the only person out there feelin this way:) in fact people dedicate their whole lives researching and learning about people like us and how to help💜💜 I hope you feel better:) I know Issa lot to handle:/
Exactly, everytime i explain it to people around me, I always tell them that I feel like there is something bad will happen or there is something wrong, and I dont know what it is, and i feel like im running out of time and then i will have panic attack.
@@nsclip2574 the worst thing about anxiety is not being able to pick apart what’s actually bothering or if it’s “just anxiety”. It’s okay to have off days💜 it’s okay to feel anxious and it’s okay to not know what’ll happen. Worry about the present not the future or the past. When I get like that I usually tell myself “My body is healthy, my life is fun and my head will always get better”💞 don’t break yourself down bro:)
That’s a simple way of explaining it but it’s so much worse than that. It’s bad when the anxiety brings on full physical symptoms. The panic of thinking you are about to have a heart attack.
I have really bad anxiety and people think I’m crazy. They don’t understand
I feel the same way
You are not crazy
You are strong
We will get over this
I have anxiety and I am crazy :/
Marylin, God wants you to be happy. . Meditation is the practical way to handle anxiety. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google search and do this simple meditation for 10 minutes twice a day. Your mind will be reprogrammed to relax. You can also sit on a chair and do this meditation. Inhale and exhale slowly. You can also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation on Google search. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir, Mentor. Make meditation a daily habit
Yuppp could relate to this a lot, they keep saying its all in you head you just have to relax and not thinking about. The thing they don't get is that its uncontrollable we can't just simply take that away it takes time that varies for many. How is everything so far seeing your comment was a month ago?
u need mushrooms
Isn’t it strange how we all share this common thing being anxiety disorder it’s proven in the comments the amount of people who have it and feel the same and yet our illness makes us feel so alone ....
So true
True💯
So very True💯
Cuz of stigma
It’s because anxious people usually avoid social situations. That’s why it feels like we don’t exist
I hope all who are suffering with anxiety will find peace
Thanks😞❤Do u have it?
THANK UUU 🤧🤧😭😭😭
thank you
Thank you 😔❤️
Thanks
I feel so bad for him.... ANXIETY IS ROUGH
Yes it is. Have you seen the complete list of symptoms you can have having anxiety? Unbelievable !!
Yep it is... I have both anxiety disorder (on the severe side) as well as panic disorder (also on the severe side) I’m never able to cope well
Yep
@@michael9000 hi is there a symptom of no air hitting back of my throat and I feel I'm suffocating it's a numb feeling like I've been to the dentist
Yea... and most people just don't know what it feels like.
"Mental illness is like fighting a war where the enemy's strategy is to convince you that the war isn't actually happening." That is life with anxiety.When you feel anxiety coming on,remind yourself you are in control of your body,Remind yourself you know what the root of problem is,and work it through your mind.
Nadia Nikolova I'm 31 and I have had anxiety and depression my whole life and I'm at my breaking point..idk what to do anymore my boyfriend thinks I'm lieing wen I have panic attacks...and I have no family to turn to...I have no clue what to do anymore....I'm lost alls I want to do is die half the time...I hope 9ne day someone can help me before it's to late....
Pamela, have your boyfriend go to the doctor with you, then he will get more of an understand that panic attacks and depression can come from having anxiety. They all pay off one another. Do this, and your boyfriend will see for himself that what you say is the truth.
Pamela There is one whom you can always turn to, God. Just pray and trust him.
🙏praying❤
Pamela Hi Pamela! I've been exactly where you are! I've suffered w extreme anxiety for a few years. What has really 'saved me' was going to my family doctor explaining my symptoms very openly. I accepted an SSRI medication vs trying to 'buck-up' & just endure. It has helped incredibly! Within 3 weeks my extreme anxiety broke like a bad fever! Deep breathing, mindfulness meditations, simple exercising like walks or swimming also help me! None of which I would have been able to do without that small amount of medication! I am Very pleased with my improvements!Anxiety can be so horrible to try to live with! Hope this info helps. I wish you the very best! Hugs to you!!
Excellent Video clip! Sorry for chiming in, I would love your thoughts. Have you thought about - t.co/SShXwevAHG ? It is a great one of a kind guide for getting rid of panic attacks without the headache. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my cousin finally got cool results with it.?
Explaining anxiety to people that don't have it is so hard. They think they understand it, but they don't get how it makes you feel. I know the people around me and when they say they "get nervous too" I know they don't get what I'm talking about.
Right, they really don’t.
Nervousness is not the same thing,this is different.
Yes ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Anxiety makes me feel like I’m going to die from a heart attack.
Girl I got so many heart attaks and panic attacks
Yup you explained it perfectly
Ya but I get bad axiety like my hair sheds and I shake I faint I forget things
I just realized that I have it :
I think I have it to
Finally someone has the same thing as me it’s really hard to deal with I wish this on nobody
Kennedy’s Liffe JR Me too! You're not alone my friend! hugz-
Elysian Fields omg thanks
Me too.. Mine its been 3 years... I also hope people around me do not feel the same way.. And healty
The thing that u listen to Billie Eshlie doesn't mean u have anxiety
Guys same I have emephobia it means I am scared of throwing up which caused my anxiety
When you have anxiety, it feels like you’re trying to run from something scary but in reality there’s nothing to run from. So all you want to do is leave your body and come back when it’s over but you can’t. I feel so sorry for this young man. I’ve only had an anxiety attack very few times. I can’t imagine having to go through that over and over and over again.
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I also have shivere anxiety attack one time in school.
hopefully we get better vy the day .
learn and overcome each difficulty like a game.
1day we will be freed from it
@@jianxiongRaven nowadays,my anxiety is taking new steps. I got severe like Alertness or danger. And feeling like nausea. Can I get suggestion how to overcome it?
@@missvlog2495 are you coping well ? have you seen a psychiatrist before ?
maybe can stsrt by identifying if this time is an always there kidn of thing, or is it just of something your going to face it soon (like new work ?) .
is this goona be those for a quick moment or ?
hv you dealed eith this sinilar type ?
It kinda makes me sick to know that in todays world people have normalized “anxiety” and they use it in a way which they don’t realize that it’s an actual thing that people have to live through. I have anxiety myself and I didn’t know I had it til I went to the ER years back. And when I hear people saying “this gives me anxiety” or “I get anxiety by seeing my crush” it makes me ponder if they ever think how it affects those with anxiety. You can’t just throw the word around and make it have no meaning. Maybe it’s just me but it really gets to me when people just throw around the word.
I feel the same 😔
Yes I feel the same way.. I also hate it when people say they are "triggered" when they see/read something they don't like/agree with.. while the word trigger really means "stimulus (sound/smell etc) that provokes an anxiety attack"... So I'm like, no you're not "triggered", just say you're angry or upset.. I think people that are using those words, when it's not that serious, causes people to think that anxiety isn't that bad.. we get taken less seriously.. same goes when using the word "depressed" instead of "sad"
@Jenn J I can so relate to this! I can't literally survive without my anxiety medication because its so bad for me, I have extreme agoraphobia, and I can't say or type the PA word or else I will get one instantly. Its no joke, but DNRS by Annie Hopper has been helping. Check it out. It explains a lot
@@tbrownflee3124 thanks for the tip!
@@jennyl7422 trigger isn't specifically anxiety related word. It has multiple uses and meanings
People will say “it’s a normal thing”. But they don’t know HOW it feels like, how we live with it, how it haunts us.
Living with anxiety is no joke :’)
Mild anxiety is a normal thing
I'd say my anxiety is mild and not always does it bother my day to day life( at this point)
fr :,)
I got severe anxiety and it's really hard but i try my best right now
@@youtubeuser_a nothing in life’s fair for most :((
isn't it something every single healthy has time to time. I am personally scared to death speaking in front many people, especially in a formal format. I remember i was told to introduce myself and i got so nervous, even the back of my head started to shake uncontrollably, which made me feel much more embarrassed. But I think now, some people are just more sensitive and some less, but only a dead don't feel nervousenses. Unless anxiety is something very different from what i say above and i may have no clue about it.
im 26 no career full of anxiety afraid to fail. Afraid to start. Crippling fear of public speaking and have no idea where to go in life. I know the anxiety is irrational but here I am
Just do something. Send out an application. Even for a cleaning job. Once you start doing something it gets better. If you stay in your room and do nothing it won't get any better.
sending my love and prayers to you 🥺🙏
Do something you love to do doesn’t matter what it is just do it
@@rideshareboy371 That’s the hardest part, just doing it. It might sound simple in the head but when it comes to actually doing it is when the fear of what COULD happen kicks in, everything Bad that could happen to you. you’re not thinking about the good that could come from it, only the negatives.
And than it eats at you with all the negative things that could happen until you eventually just don’t do it or think about it. This also the part where panic attacks occur. And worst thing is you can’t control it.
@@UknownAfrican i feeel the same..
I’m 27 years old and I’ve been dealing with really bad anxiety for over a decade now. People don’t realize how bad it is. Even with exercising everyday for at least a hour. It’s not enough for me. Waking up right out of my sleep with a panic attack so bad to the point where I feel like I’m going to die. Sometimes it’s so bad for me to where I even throw up. A lot of the times I have a difficult time controlling my breathing. It’s painful to live with.
I feel you. I too myself have bad anxiety and also other health problems. Wish u all the best .
me too.
@Zach Triay Please go to retrainingthebrain.com It is DNRS by Annie Hopper. You need to rewire your brain. I am doing it for POTS and anxiety, it is working, you can fully recover. Your limbic system is stuck in a rut. or loop, you can fix this though because the brain is neuroplastic, meaning it can change and you won't have the anxiety anymore. good luck!
me too also we the same age
Please check out the book At last life . Understand that its just anxiety nothing will happen . The book helps a lot
I was diagnosed with severe anxiety and depression at the age of 14 and all I can say is that I don’t wish it upon anyone
How’s it going for you now? Did things improve?
@@jerichoj1540 better than before I’m taking medication and therapy. I also have support from my family and friends which is the most important
@@gaby2381 wow I’m so happy for you!!! Hopefully things go smoothly for me too.
@@jerichoj1540
It will, mental problems are not forever, one day you will feel normal again.
@@181ld7 How are mental problems not forever? Not trying to bash on you or anything just curious.
I have anxiety over my heart. My heart pumps all the time . And it's soo uncomfortable I used to hate my life but believe me guys no matter what type of anxiety you have, you will come back to your normal life one day never forget that. I love my life and Im not fully recovered but Im taking one step at a time to recovery
same with me sometimes at night i was awake thinking i’ve got heart attack
@@mohdarif8948 Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety. For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Day or night, when taking a walk, when reading, on the phone, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
Samir, Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety. For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Day or night, when taking a walk, when reading, on the phone, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
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Same with me from last 9 months
I've been struggling with anxiety for 9 years now. I'm so glad there's so much information and validation now. When I started having it, I was so embarrassed to tell somebody. I went to so many different doctors and none of them could give me a correct diagnosis until I found a Psychiatrist. What they say is true: the enemy is invisible, intangible, but that doesn't mean it's not there.
I think it's harder for men to have it
@@fatguylungs333 its the same just stop
@Sam K Very good point
Hope you are done away with it. Prayers for you 😊
@Sam K You're absolutely correct. It's like a sign of 'weakness'. I've been mocked a lot because of it.
Sweet young man. I wish him much success with his journey.
dare2bdifferent1 Me too. What a great strong guy to show people his problem.
i am crying, why? bc i have anxiety. it is hard this touched my heart. middle school anxiety is hard, i am in middle school btw. it is hard 😟
edit: thank you all. your words mean a lot to me. I am in high school now, and still working through everything, but I am so glad that I have so many people that can understand.
True, do you wanna talk about it?
Trust me buddy, in high school it gets worse. Get therapy now.
@@sajivdoley6949 maybe, thank you!
@@armystayblink9865 awe! thxx your so sweet ♡
Livi thank you, i just think that it’s important that you have some one who you can talk to
We are all not alone! I've suffered this for 17 years, I am 47 now and still get these awful attacks and panic attacks that also lead to agoraphobia and depersonalization, unless someone has experienced these awful crippling feelings they will never know just how horrific and terrifying these feelings are. Love to all of you who suffer this horrible illness, we can all take comfort knowing that we are not alone. Xx
I have severe anxiety too and panic attacks and nobody understands it's very hard to explain I work in the public and it's even harder everyday so my few friends understand my family does understand is horrible like a pounding in your chest and nobody can explain it but you and sometimes you don't even know the right answer I totally understand you relate
Brenda Leaton I totally understand. I have severe anxiety and panic attacks. I went to Emergency room the first time I had a panic attack. I swore I was dying. It's tough to live with . I totally get you though
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Brenda Leaton I have been suffering since I was thirteen, and I'm now 54! We need support, assistance, not Stigma!
Brenda Leaton my son was crippled with this justlike this kid struggling to even wake up he watched videos all the time he found this video
czcams.com/video/v9iflUfYRTc/video.html and took it to heart , he is now in navy flourishing
I hate when people tell you to calm down when are having a panic attack
I have severe anxiety and I could never work in the public, people would think I was crazy. I guess there is different levels of it
Wow I never heard of an educational establishment for kids suffering from anxiety. That’s truly amazing!!!!
Hi! My name is Kim and I am helping with a study about people with anxiety.
Over 20% of the population lives with anxiety (including me). Can you help me by completing a quick survey?forms.gle/NhyHNi9uSMpFnvsm6
Amazing right. Would've loved this when I was a kid!
it hurts when my mum says stuff like "just think rationally" as if I havent spent the last 18 years trying :(
Medication helps
Same. I can feel you. My father said and I quote " Start thinking practically and get out of your sad bubble"
Even I have anxiety from all the bad events and physical abuse from my childhood and I still live with it. I get anxious at even the smallest things in my life. Its hard to live like this.
Me too :(
I know exactly where you're coming from on that one I'll have my anxiety too right before I go to work in the morning I get very anxious after being off for 2 days I don't know why my childhood wasn't the best either my mama was awesome she still is she's my best friend I lost my dad to suicide but mom got remarried and she's doing great he's been married now for 27 years she's been married now for 27 years and for me I'm trying to do better each and every day but it's so hard I pray to our heavenly Father all the time and I try to eat all the right kinds of food which I do sometimes to a point God bless each and every one of you Brian you take care I hope to hear from you soon Brenda
Mahir, Take some action to enjoy life. Meditation heals anxiety as it reprogrammes the mind. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google and do it for 5 to 10 minutes if possible twice a day. You can sit on a chair or on the ground and do it. Inhale -exhale slowly and feel the relaxation flowing through your body. . Negative thoughts will reduce. Shyaaam Sir, Mentor. Make meditation a daily habit to enjoy life. .
@@brendaleaton8977 ake some action to enjoy life. Meditation heals anxiety as it reprogrammes the mind. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google and do it for 5 to 10 minutes if possible twice a day. You can sit on a chair or on the ground and do it. Inhale -exhale slowly and feel the relaxation flowing through your body. . Negative thoughts will reduce. Shyaaam Sir, Mentor. Make meditation a daily habit to enjoy life. .
I feel
Your pain. I have anxiety and panic and the way you described it was perfect.
this would have been amazing for me as a teen...so happy he has a chance at life like this
Moon Eyes Exactly what I thought! This academy seems to be doing a great job for these kids!!
The worst thing about anxiety for me is that I always feel like my heart is going to go out of control. It beats so fast and I start moving about just out of sheer panic. Once it settles down a little I then always feel so exhausted.
SAD is the worst feeling in the world. You just want to be normal like everyone else and say what's on your mind, get the words out and stop shaking every time you come into the presence of other people but it's impossible. And it makes it so hard to do the most basic things that allow one to progress in life like phone call someone, make friends, talk to people, give presentations and job interviews. It just won't go away and absolutely tears your life apart. I'm just so tired of it. It always fills me with wonder when I see other people with anxiety disorders, reminds me that I'm not alone.
i wouldn't wish anxiety/social anxiety or agoraphobia on anyone. it ruins your life more than you think
I’m 20 and I dropped out of high school at 17 cause of high anxiety and failing my classes with the pressures of high school relationships and my own mental health. I always wanted a school like this.
Joey, Take action. God wants you to be happy. . Meditation is the practical way to handle anxiety. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google search and do this simple meditation for 10 minutes twice a day. Your mind will be reprogrammed to relax. You can also sit on a chair and do this meditation. Inhale and exhale slowly. You can also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation on Google search. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir, Mentor. Make meditation a daily habit
Look, I don't know you or your situation right now, but if you really think a school like this would be worth it, it might as well be. Just a thought, nothing should stop you from educating yourself and learning if that's what you wish.
Same but I’m going through it right now I’m thinking about dropping out of school because of my anxiety
And I’m 15
@@briannahayes7178 same I’m 15 too How are u now
He's shown a lot of courage by doing this interview, a lot of people can't even do that, let alone someone dealing with anxiety. What this shows is the importance of family and support too. I'm glad that there's school that help people with anxiety and such.
"they're learning to be kids again" hits hard for some reason
Therapy is helping me learn how to live again.
I only wish they had productive, and assessable programs for adults!
I'm a 16 year old guy, and have been dealing with very intense anxiety my entire life. I never really gave myself the title of "having anxiety", as I grew up my entire life hearing my family refer to me as "Oh, he's a worrier. He worries about everything." For the longest time I thought maybe it was trust issues, but then the dots started to connect and all signs pointed to a severe anxiety disorder. From the outside looking in, I'm an average male almost, I'm about 5'10", just a pinch overweight but I get in shape during football season at my school. I have a 3.9 GPA, and am dubbed an extremely intelligent person. But deep within, it's a horrid nightmare. I'm not gonna type an essay on my past, so I'll just summarize and say I didn't exactly grow up great and I don't necessarily live in the best environment at home. Although I haven't seen a registered psychiatrist, I have seen two different counselors; one said my issues weren't life-threatening and that I would grow up and get over it, and the other accepted a job elsewhere. I currently don't do anything to treat it, but I hope to change it soon. I would say I have moderate/mild OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), and EXTREME social anxiety. I am very antisocial, and I hate having to talk to people and I try to avoid it at all costs. I have severe panic attacks when I'm on the phone with anyone. I always worry if I'm going to stutter or say something bad, and while I'm talking to someone my brain fixates on that risk of possibly screwing up that sentence so I pause a lot. The struggle of anxiety is something I wouldn't wish upon any enemy, and it's awesome that he overcame it 🙂
I am 17 and i have had severe anxiety since a long time too. I overthink and worry a lot. I get stressed very easily. It is really hard for me.
think about those child in africa, dont you feel guilty?
I can relate to you hundred percent . I have anxiety too I'm 17 and its really hard to live with it. I have severe social anxiety tho i am not diagnosed but I can clearly see it in myself. I hate it when I am at school, I barely talk to anyone because i'm too afraid of them. I'm afraid of judgements and also critiques. I am always overthingking about the things i do. I worry a lot. Whenever we have presentation at school at front of the class I'm starting to shiver it feels really cold that aside from my knees and hands, my jaw is also trembling. I can't talk without practicing the words or the sentence and I have intense fear of embarrassment that's why I don't participate at school a lot. They find me very DIFFERENT.
@@scholar05 sometimes I feel like I'm too lucky to feel this way :< to have anxiety even tho i'm in a good shape and place but all of that doesn't matter if u have severe anxiety, you can't control it and it makes your life unbreathable. It's so hard to deal with it without help. Like me, I can't afford psychiatrist, I need to deal with it for a long time. I can say we all have pain in life.
@@scholar05 youre a bad person
I have anxiety and finally this past year I met someone with it also and it has helped me so much to finally be able to talk to one about it.
I’m happy for you and hope you’re having a good day.
I hope i can meet someone too..
Its really hard to tell someonw about wat u feel.and they didnt understand what ur goin through.and most of them..are just laughing at you..and telling u..its just anxiety..its teally hard..😭
Anxiety took my happiness . Thank god for giving me such life 🧎♂️
Anxiety disorders are so so difficult to deal with; Ive been going through a tough bout since December but I am slowly but surely getting better. Therapy and taking care of myself have been the major things that have helped me. So, to anyone that sees this, this is your reminder to: eat a meal, go to bed early, bathe, do your hair, talk on the phone to a loved one, stretch and/or exercise, journal, do deep breathing, meditate, pray (if you're spiritual), go outside and breathe fresh air. These are all little things that make such a big difference - I went from feeling hopeless and depressed to being able to find something good about each day (even if small things count). So don't give up guys, you can get through this! Know that you are not crazy and that others are going through this too and we believe in you!
Also, it's hard but I have found that controlling your mind is possible. Some days are easier than others but challenging negative thoughts, reframing them to be positive and labeling intrusive thoughts as such and redirecting your focus away from them have helped. I hope this helped someone out there.
Are you on any medication for yours? & what symptoms do you experience?
@@layvines I know you asked her this question but I’m on Zoloft and something else it’s a blue pill but my symptoms of anxiety were tingling hands at first and tight chest then if I didn’t fall it down I would get high like feeling and then panic and then my whole body would tingle and sometimes hyperventilating, now it has gotten better just like she said eating better and sleep helps a lot.
@@KissAthenaa that’s good yours has gotten better I’m supposed to be taking Zoloft but don’t want to go through the side effects so i been trying to try natural ways to ease my anxiety and it’s gotten better but just need to get rid of this anxious feeling i have all the time
@@layvines currently in the same boat. Medication is the last thing I want to use. Any updates? I pray you're anxiety has gotten better 🙏🏼
Its really hard to deal with it but we always get thru god is with you
lmao
Why would god even make us like this? What a loving father amirite?
These schools cost a lot of money my son who wasn’t able to sometimes even leave his room did this by joining the military . The bootcamp intensity taught him that he could deal with his anxiety. When he got very sick he refused to quit and completed it aniexty and all. I am so proud of him.
Tell your son he is a legend. You raised a legend.
@@subhuman9544 thank you
Yes. Those schools are very rare & incredibly expensive. Very few of us can afford to send our kids to such places.
@@steelyman08 To feel better reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives good relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. When taking a walk, at office, in school, when reading, before sleep etc observe your breath sensations. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes--Senior counsellor.
@@subhuman9544 How are you? To feel better reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives good relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. When taking a walk, at office, in school, when reading, before sleep etc observe your breath sensations. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes--Senior counsellor.
I suffer from social anxiety and it really affected my grades in school because I had a hard time speaking in front of people and doing presentations in front of people.
I've heard so many wonderful things about magic mushrooms but I can't easily get some, Is there any realiable source I can purchase from??
I'm so interested in the experience but am terrified of having a bad trip
I did two grams last time, it was a thrilling experience and I enjoyed it
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Got psych's*
This whole thing is pretty new to me, can I try 3grams?
@@freddonovan2978 where to search? Is it IG ??
anxiety sucks. I've been with it forever, for 32 years.
I’ve had anxiety for years. Anxiety is something you CAN’T help. My mom just yells at me whenever I can’t do something because of my anxiety. She just says “Well don’t have anxiety!” YOU CAN’T JUST NOT HAVE ANXIETY. Another thing is, SOO many people tell me it’s a “phase” and having anxiety isn’t “real”. It’s sad and people sound uneducated when they say that because anxiety is real and is a very common mental disorder that people have and have to deal with every single day.
Took me about 8 years to finally overcome and take control of my anxiety. Started at 13, highschool was rough; panic attacks everyday. Once I got to college it eased up because I self-taught myself how to control it
I wish i became a teacher sometimes. Helping people through challenges is so rewarding. Such a great camp for these young people. My anxiety is hard to deal with. But its a daily fight.
Phenomenal video. Made me shed a couple tears. It's so nice to see anxiety being treated as a real issue that needs help, and I'm so happy Zach is working hard and making progress.
Me at 15: I’m not feeling this way, it’s just a phase and it’ll pass
Me at 17: Can’t even get out my bed anymore only to work
I'm having an anxiety attack rn I'm literally crying it hurts 😭
Pineapple Gurl you are a brave person. If you are still experiencing anxiety - watch your diet ... are you having long gaps between two meals? Connect .. take few sessions and bounce back 👏👍 therapy works !
you are not alone take control over your thoughts. something that helps me is to talk about ur worries and understand it’s nothing to worry about especially when it comes from another person bcuz when ur stressed it’s hard but when the mind is calm the answer is clear. listen to monks if u want they are calming. look up the anxiety guy if u want or just peaceful people talking
Pineapple, God wants you to be happy. . Meditation is the practical way to handle anxiety. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google search and do this simple meditation for 10 minutes twice a day. Your mind will be reprogrammed to relax. You can also sit on a chair and do this meditation. Inhale and exhale slowly. You can also read the benefits of alternate nostril breathing meditation on Google search. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir, Mentor. Make meditation a daily habit
u need some mushrooms
@@Enders.paradise888 but where to buy them?
I wish my parents had been different: instead of supporting me and lifting me up, they caused my anxiety/depression/OCD/ED/PTSD and everything else I deal with. And they blame me for it, too.
I remember the first time having a panic attack. I was literally alone:(
I felt like was going to die
Yeah, I feel as well :(
What an inspiring story! Zach seems like a great kid and I wish him all the best! Anxiety is absolutely debilitating at times and come out publicly about it takes a lot.
I was recently diagnosed with GAD. For me, anxiety felt like a need for survival. If I failed something , or I made a mistake, it felt like the end of the world.
Well done Waypoint for making people learn how to fight with anxiety........
One more thing, and this was a interesting observation. When you share that you suffer from Anxiety/Panic disorder, 8/10 times that person does too. I think it is so common that our non stop lifestyles contribute to it. If I have a whole day spent doing “nothing” I am not lazy, I am practicing self care. Preventive medicine!
Natasha Ann Totally agree! I've noticed this also
Yes! We need to slow down and take care of ourselves.
Natasha Ann some children are born more empathetic and absorb stress more redial, my son as a toddler always had the deer in the headless guts look was avoidant of crowds very much a cuddled, middle school hit he could not be those things it crushed him when his frien who was from a another country and was rejected in 7th grade made new friends over the summer because he could play soccer well and rejected my son who was the only one who reached out to the foreign kid, yes life is brutal
@@blmm47 I'm so sorry.. ❤ I was the quiet sensitive kid too very much rejected by everyone. I had trouble with friends and your son seems very nice I would totally be friends with him! I hope he is doing well now. 💙
@@juliab.75 he is doing well is a petty officer on a sub thank you for your concern
I have pretty bad anxiety I start shaking every time I walk out of my house cause I feel like the whole world is gunna judge me, sometimes I can’t even have a conversation with a family member. So I’m here to say to anyone with anxiety I hope you all are doing good!
I have severe anxiety disorder and it's really hard for me to sleep. 😢😭
Gabrielle Center how are you doing now gabrielle?
Me to I feel I'm suffocating it's horrific no air hitting back of my throat and feel numb
Me at 3AM.
I never get that!
@@fernandopineda4277 A little better but still feeling it sometimes.
@@GabrielleCenter2000 how's it going for you now?
Wow, this warms my heart to see that someone opened a school for kids who deal with this. I struggled through school and early adulthood and toughed it out on my own but what a wonderful thing it would have been to have this where I lived.
I have social anxiety from my “friends” teasing and picking on me about my looks and things. They said they we’re just teasing but when u say the same things almost every day u realize their not really picking on u being friendly their really pointing out your flaws and when u realize that it hurts and it’s one of the worst feelings especially when u can’t change anything about u that their talking about
I wouldn't be friends with them then, or just tell them to knock it off because its bothering you, don't be afraid to be assertive! Or tease them right back, and ask them how it made them feel and then express yourself. Accept yourself first, so you can accept the flaws of others , then it is like you are untouchable and able to brush off the immaturity of those friends better. @RandomToons
It’s feels like I have this pit in my stomach and it just won’t go away
I’m crying just watching this, it sucks suffering every day I’m sick of it
i’m tired of it too. i just started a new medicine and it makes me so anxious :( but i need to sacrifice my anxiety because i need to not be depressed anymore and this medication is supposed to help with depression, not anxiety..
I also living with anxiety, it happened since 2020. Everyday it feels like I am fighting with my ownself. Sometimes I think I am living in my dark imagination. I really want to see a therapist 'cuase it get worse day by day. I am afraid to be judge so that it is hard for me to confess that I have an anxiety, I think it is the safest way to confess here where everyone also struggling from it 'cause they know how it its like.
I want to live normally. I want to enjoy life without anxiety.
This is a problem that so many children have and adults that are suffering with this especially with all that’s going on in the world today.. thank you for that video I am looking forward to speaking with someone about this
hearing him say what i have always felt but never know the name of it made very happy and emotional
I am suffering from an amount of anxiety right now. Every day feels like a struggle, start to finish.
I was recently diagnosed with general and social anxiety and it's opened my eyes to behaviors I wasn't even aware videos like these help others try to understand and maybe help others going through the same thing thank you!!
I have social anxiety and it's so so hard that sometimes you just thinking to end your life because people around you don't understand you and they think you are crazy 😔
Yesss😣😣
Zudotokashi, How are you? Do some public speaking courses --they can transform you. To feel better reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives good relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. When taking a walk, at office, in school, when reading, in the kitchen before sleep etc observe your breath sensations. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes--Senior counsellor.
I cried when he started talking about anxiety and how it’s like because I can relate so much and distancing people and avoiding things
I have depression, anxiety and paranoid delusions..and it's sad that no one really understand what I'm going though..
I’ve known I had depression since I was 8 and in the past years have come to realize I also have anxiety. My family is very closed minded so I thought the anxiety was normal at the time. My mother didn’t understand depression or intrusive thoughts, so I never even bothered talking to her about it. I’m 21, I have been independent since I was 18. For the first time, on this coming Friday,I will meet with a therapist. I just know something needs to change.
How are you doing now
He is really lucky to have his mother understanding it. I too have anxiety but my parents don't understand and have more toxic environment. I am just scared of myself maybe I will end up killing myself but I want to live
I got a huge anxiety the first time a few years ago and today I do not have it anymore. It's a relief! Keep fighting....
I had never thought I’d find people who would understand 💯💯💯. I found the answer to what’s going on with me
I'm in final year of my graduation, I'm getting anxious (out of breath, heart pounding, restless, drained out, weak) everyday, every morning. I'm getting anxious because of the thought of starting a new journey after my graduation, getting a job, going into a new city, new people, I'll have to manage everything by my own, what if I can't get a job, what if I got a job but won't be able to work properly there n all this stuff, I'm Overthinking a lot, it's still 1 whole year left for my graduation but I'm still getting anxious one year before thinking of the stuffs I have to do 1 year later, I used to get anxiety attacks in my high school too, I don't know what should I do to overcome this, I hope someone should read this and I wanna tell them that you are not the only one getting anxious.
Thank you for reading.
A nshul Vairagade, How are you? Take some practical action. If needed visit a good psychologist. Career is top priority. To feel better reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives good relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. When taking a walk, at office, in school, when reading, in the kitchen before sleep etc observe your breath sensations. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes--Senior counsellor.
Thank you so much zach for sharing your experience i suffered from anxiety i come from a house hold where all mental states are just a made up thing, at first my anxiety would just show up randomly not wanting to associate with no one for the fear of people judging me or just feeling not good enough and always think theres something wrong with me, my anxiety peaked after my mother passed the way, and also had a panic attack and ever since then i havent felt like me im constantly worried thinking my body ia failing on me very scare of staying alone with my kids it takes a big toll on my life and seeing you teying to overcome and talking about how you cope with anxiety is amazing bring me joy and light to my life thank you
i haven’t been diagnosed with anxiety, but i just know i have it. last year (2021)’s summer was my worst period ever, it had never been THAT bad. thankfully i am not at the rock bottom now and things started getting better, but i feel like i am slipping again lately. april wasn’t that good and these days i’ve started to overthink a lot more (not that i don’t do it anyway, but it’s getting pretty tough lately) and now i was just calmly lying down and my heart started beating rapidly out of the blue, i am feeling so overwhelmed. i don’t feel good enough, i feel like i can’t fit it, like i am weird. i keep on thinking about things that are going to happen in a few months, which are supposed to be fun and bright, to bring me good feelings and joy, but my heart just races at the thought of this, i am scared. i am simply scared of almost everything at this point, it’s like i don’t know how to function anymore. the only thing my brain knows for the past one year is how to imagine the worst possible outcome of every single situation. it makes good things seem bad. i am constantly stressed, worrying about my life, how others perceive me, what i am gonna do, what i am gonna say, mostly i am worried that i will let down someone and crash their expectations of me and who i am, because honestly i don’t know how i am anymore. and i have so much more to say, but i’ll stop here. i just want to be able to think normally, to stop getting weird vibes from literally everything and to feel safe, happy and have fun. i want to live, not to be on a survival mode, i just want to feel human…. hope everything i said makes sense
I have exactly same experience I wasn't able to put these thoughts and feelings into words but when I saw this comment this is exactly what i am going through these thoughts don't let me concentrate on anything.
@@daneen7738 i am glad you found a comment you completely relate to, but i am not glad you feel like this, bc it is really awful… hope it will get better for all of us
I'm almost 40 I have been struggling with anxiety for my whole life, I also remember my room was my safe place still is 😂, these days I treat it like my best friend try to accept it as just part of who I am. To anyone suffering know this your not alone and don't be afraid of telling people how you feel especially work colleagues cause for me it's at work and social situations when I'm at my worst.
THIS IS A PERSONAL AND FAMILY EXPERIENCES, I'M A LIFE COACH ON EMOTIONAL DEFICIENCIES, AND I CAN SAID THAT IS THE CELLULAR NUTRITION, ALLERGIES, SENSITIVITIES, AND BAD BRAIN PROGRAMMING,THE MONSTERS BEHIND THE PANIC ATTACKS, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION AND PHOBIAS.
BECAUSE MENTAL, EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL ILLNESSES ARE NOT INSIDE A SOLID
MEDICAL PROTOCOL, AS HUMANS WE HAVE THE TENDENCY TO THINK, DON'T WORRY
THIS WILL PASS, UNTIL THE DAY OUR LOVE ONES DECIDE TO COMMIT SUICIDE, THEN
IS TO LATE, TO WANT TO KNOW, WHY, AND HOW, THE TREATMENT IS SIMPLE BUT IS SEEMS
THAT PEOPLE LAUGH ABOUT IT.
A PATIENT IN THAT SITUATION NEED TO STOP EVERYTHING HE IS DOING, STOP SCHOOL, STOP WORKING, STOP DOING CHORES, STOP DOING ERRANT, CLEANING, EVERYTHING.
!!!! GO ON MENTAL VACATIONS, AND ASK THEM OR ASK YOURSELF WHAT IS WHAT I
LIKE TO DO FOR FUN, FOR PLEASURE, FOR ENTERTAINMENT, AND TRY LITTLE BY LITTLE,
PRETENDING THAT YOU HAVE, NO OBLIGATIONS, NO RESPONSIBILITIES, NO COMPROMISES, YOU DON'T NEED TO SEE ANYONE IF YOU DON'T WANT, AND YOU HAVE
PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANCE THROUGH THIRD PARTIES. !!!
A PROFESSIONAL HOMEOPATHY, A NUTRITIONIST, A SET OF ALL THE VITAMINS, MINERALS, AMINO ACIDS, ANTIOXIDANTS, GOOD, FRESH AND MEANINGFUL FOOD, AND SPECIALLY, PEACE, ACCOMPANIMENT SELF STEM, AND CONFIDENCE, LOVE, ATTENTION, 75% OF ALL THIS DON'T COST A CENT.
BUT NOBODY TELL US WHAT TO DO, AND NOBODY BORN WITH THE INFORMATION.
I WISH EVERYBODY CAN READ THIS AND SAVE THE DRAMATIC AND HORRIFIC LIFE THAT AND INDIVIDUAL ARE LIVING EVERY DAY, IN SILENCE, UNTIL THEY CAN'T NO MORE.
David, Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety. For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Day or night, when taking a walk, when reading, on the phone, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.
When he said “they’re coming here to be untangled” I feel like that was a very good expression for what it feels like to live with an anxiety disorder
Brave kid to go so public about his syndrome - glad to see him doing better. Just hope more and more kids can get the help they need.
Zach, you are such an inspiration, thanks so much for persevering, we need you here, thanks
You’re not alone I too have anxiety as well
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You are a strong man. Know it. Live it. Embracing how I see the world differently than the average. Keep going. One milestone at a time.
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I appreciate Zach so much and his courage to stand up to participate in this video, I know how hard it is and that makes me admire him even more.
I was balling my eyes out the whole time. Been suffering from severe anxiety n panic attacks n depression n stress for a number years n just gets worse it feels
You can't ignore it either. I get told 'oh fotget it it will go away'!!!!!
What!!! Why would anyone say that. If that were true Wouldn't we have done that already
My family calls me weak and tells me that I'm being dramatic
@@justagirl4150 Thanks! It's ridiculous isn't it? Keep well!!!
@@caprisunlover4732 You are not weak they are!!!!! Keep well and stop losers who are ignorant!!!!
Yeah I’ve tried that, it don’t work.
I really feel for this guy. This is how I’ve been feeling a lot about the pandemic that’s around right now. May god bless your soul and kid there are better times ahead 💜⭐️
You would be patient
Young man i completely understand you im 34 and i have depression and anxiety and insomnia. Stay strong
Really glad that Zach and others have gotten better. I feel for them and can relate to the feelings of isolation and hopelessness that accompany anxiety. What an awesome school through, can't help but to feel happy for all those who are getting treatment there.
Mental health is not a joke but needs to be taken seriously.bullying not allowed for mental health.
Radhika, Meditation heals anxiety as it reprogrames the mind. Watch alternate nostril breathing meditation videos on Google and do it for 5 to 10 minutes if possible twice a day--known in India as Anilom Vilom meditataion. You can sit on a chair or on the ground and do it. Inhale-exhale slowly and feel the relaxation flowing through your mind and body. Negative thoughts will reduce. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir, Mentor. Make meditation a daily habit to enjoy life.
I am there with you. I feel like I am a strong person, but then panic attacks and anxiety hit me like an explosion and I have no control whatsoever. Head is filled with noise, chaos, and I just want an off switch.
He is very lucky to tackle the situation at such a young age. I've met adults starting in their late 40s have never dealt with their symptoms. When I was in my early 20s I have done counseling, seen a psychiatrist, take the appropriate medication, got involved in group chats...I did whatever opportunity came by to improve myself. Working in retail and healthcare has really helped with my social anxiety so much. At 27yrs old I still struggle time to time, but I know it's something I can cope with.
I had agoraphobia too and was house bound for four years. I defeated agoraphobia but struggle with driving out of town to other towns or being far away from hospitals or “safe places.” Thank you for sharing your story and for being transparent with a world that doesn’t quite understand anxiety, sometimes. Proud of you!!!!
Wow I feel like society doesn’t allow boys to be weak. Couldn’t imagine the pressure teenage boys going trough.
Yeah its hard especially in high school, mind is everywhere and kids always trying to test you
I don't watch enough videos about anxiety. I have an anxiety disorder and it's really easy to forget I'm not the only one going through it.
Anxiety spoil the dreams of every person. We are interested to do but can't cause hands and legs used to dance. We can't control ourselves really feeling bad about ourselves. Its hard to live with Anxiety. Hope one day everything will be alright .Life go on,anything is not permanent.
I also have major anxiety so this really spoke to me. I'm glad there's a school that specializes in treating this. It's hard to say whether just being thrown in with the sharks is better at adjusting kids or having a separate school that treats them differently is ultimately better; but, it's nice to be seen and not told "stop being a baby" whenever you have breathing issues, chest tightness, or this looming sense of doom and fear at the thought of speaking in front of others. I hope everyone in the video is doing well.
Having anxiety is the worst!!! I honestly don’t wish it upon anyone 😖
Yup I hope u get better it will be hard but u can do it