The Science of Depression (This is SHOCKING!)

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  • čas přidán 24. 04. 2024
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    I spent the last month learning everything I could about depression. It was an exhaustive journey but I think the insights will help a lot of people. Let me know if you want more videos like this... They are a pain to make.
    #depression #antidepressant

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  • @Mattyk11784
    @Mattyk11784 Před měsícem +862

    Your prior content and progress from pandering to the “muscleheads” to providing scientific evidence to support your claims, coupled with your spot on delivery through self-deprecating humor while remaining highly knowledgeable about how our bodies work have more than permitted you to make a video on something a little outside your field, albeit, still health related. You have helped more people than you’ll know and we are forever indebted to you. Keep up the great work!

    • @woooooooo9061
      @woooooooo9061 Před měsícem +4

      There’s no real evidence in this video. All guess work.

    • @PornEqualsHappiness
      @PornEqualsHappiness Před měsícem +16

      You're right but but I think you're missing the most important aspect he's preaching in this video: GO Do YOUR OWN RESEARCH & EXPERIMENT.
      In the age of soooo much information it's important to actual go with your own experiences with using the latest research. Personal experimentation over studies.

    • @carldavis3326
      @carldavis3326 Před měsícem +10

      All of us can talk about depression. Health and Fitness being your field makes it imperative. Exercise is one if the best medicines for depression and a lot of other mental health illnesses.
      You are a blessing to us that do not have the resources or capital to do the depth of research that you do.
      Thank you.

    • @SZvenM
      @SZvenM Před měsícem +20

      @@woooooooo9061 He shows test results, talks about studies, even shares the experience of several individuals. How are those things, in particular the first two, not "real evidence"?

    • @lionofthemorning7997
      @lionofthemorning7997 Před měsícem +5

      I agree, but theres a few things.
      Yeah, science is a good starting point, but the more you learn about what we think we know (not science since that is a methodology that produces data & not the conclusions (opinions) created from that data) the more you should be aware of how little we know.
      So the only thing everyone should do is figure it out for themselves.
      Data is great, but at the end of the day, eat, train, & do what makes you better.

  • @EvolvedTactical
    @EvolvedTactical Před měsícem +47

    I was at my absolute lowest just about 7 years ago. In my young adult life, I did amazing things. I joined the Army out of high school, earned a spot in thr 75th Ranger Regiment, and did more by the time I was 22 than most people will their entire lives. Got injured, got out, and after a few hiccups, I ended up cowboying at a ranch outside Las Vegas. Met my wife, settled down (ish) and moved on to more "professional" pursuits, but always maintained a connection to the man I was. I knew at a moment's notice, I could do either of my old jobs again. Then the headaches started. Long story short, I had a sever case of Chiari malformation, where my brain was trying to squeeze out of my skull. Fighting with the VA for a diagnosis led to me finally getting surgery 18 months later. Having brain surgery in your early 30s sucks. I lost my job (work as a union plumber), and I lost my sense of self. I knew that I could never be "that guy" again. It was devastating, and I hate myself when I think of how close I came to being one of those 22 veterans a day.
    What really helped? My dog. He's a Belgian Malinois/ German Shepherd mix we got off Craigslist for $200. He was supposed to be my wife's dog, but I stole him. Having a smart, driven working dog keep me on my toes and give me a goal every day helped me to claw my way out. I still get hit with it every now and then. I self medicate too much and don't sleep enough. But dogs are joy, and having a goal every morning can do more for your mental health than you know.
    This is a long comment, and I know most won't read it. But for those that do, for those out there on that dark cloud, just remember: you're not alone. We believe in you.

    • @tededo
      @tededo Před 27 dny +2

      Interesting, love your story

    • @taleandclawrock2606
      @taleandclawrock2606 Před 22 dny +3

      We get brought up to think that our sense of self and personality is this rigid, concrete thing. But it can change alot throughout our life and when life environment and circumstances change.( ask any mother!)
      No one likes suffering, but there is always some lesson in it, and it can make you a better human being when you intend it to. Taking charge of what we can control helps in alleviating the fear and helplessness from what we can't control. Your previous self discipline and skills can help current challenges, plus theres a powerful impetus to learn new things. Everyone who finds a way to go on that doesnt harm others or themself, is a winner. I think you are awesome, im sorry for the losses you are mourning, and wish you much happiness for the future.

    • @BetaBuxDelux
      @BetaBuxDelux Před 14 dny

      I’d rather just be alone. 😂

    • @creatrixZBD
      @creatrixZBD Před 8 dny

      thanks

  • @IndelibleHD
    @IndelibleHD Před měsícem +397

    Keeping a consistent workout routine helps me keep depression at bay.

    • @user-sn9sr3vc1i
      @user-sn9sr3vc1i Před měsícem +9

      Real

    • @user-sn9sr3vc1i
      @user-sn9sr3vc1i Před měsícem +8

      I'm doing the same 5 years now ☠️

    • @RagnarOdinson
      @RagnarOdinson Před měsícem +6

      DEFINITELY get’n back into the old habit of heavy’ish workouts, with serious intent and focused mental aggression is just One of many things I’ve got to start Yesterday!!
      IF I’m gonna manage to claw my way back up from Zero to a reasonable semblance of a Life (AGAIN! I’ve lost count how many times at this point, lol). I’ve gotta make myself put that hardcore level Gym Discipline in place in basically All aspects of my life for a While to pull off This comeback! 😂, Christ! Gotta keep up the Fight 👊!!

    • @Rufio1975
      @Rufio1975 Před měsícem +5

      Yup. Without working out hard, I wouldn't even be able to get into my shop and work on my woodworking. Gym time. Gotta have it.

    • @timmydigan
      @timmydigan Před měsícem +4

      So true, consistent training is a game-changing tool for mental health

  • @user-og8go1pu2r
    @user-og8go1pu2r Před měsícem +33

    As a PSSD sufferer of 7 years and someone who has lost everything to the permanent side effects of antidepressants, I came into this video fully expecting you to blindly praise antidepressants like everyone else does. But you definietly proved me wrong and have gained a massive amount of respect from me. You have no idea how much it means to me that you mentioned the PSSD Network in this video. I actually have tears in my eyes as I am writing this. Ryan, in case you ever read this comment, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

  • @jamesandersonfoster3024
    @jamesandersonfoster3024 Před měsícem +230

    As someone with a PhD in Clinical Psychology, I was soooo nervous about how this was going to turn out. Dude - well-fucking-done. It's a complex issue and you managed to not run from that or dumb it down to the point of meaninglessness. Good on ya.

    • @outpost31737
      @outpost31737 Před měsícem +10

      What's your PhD got to do with anything?

    • @jamesandersonfoster3024
      @jamesandersonfoster3024 Před měsícem +78

      @@outpost31737 - it impressed your mom

    • @AL15IS350
      @AL15IS350 Před měsícem

      @@jamesandersonfoster3024 the irony in your "meaningless" comment. If that's you in that pic, just imagine this, a 60yrs old with a "PhD" using a mom insult like a sad teenager hahaha. Perhaps your mind has yet to mature.

    • @maddscientist82
      @maddscientist82 Před měsícem +4

      @@jamesandersonfoster3024 daaaaamnn.. Don't be surprised if homicide detectives come knocking on your door! Don't worry, they won't get anything outta me, boss!

    • @maddscientist82
      @maddscientist82 Před měsícem +4

      @@outpost31737 Oh, you're awake.. don't worry, you'll live.. but there was nothing they could do to save your ego. I'm sorry..

  • @USA00STEVEN
    @USA00STEVEN Před měsícem +56

    Lost my younger sister to suicide April 18, 2024
    "I think the hardest part of losin' someone isn't havin' to say goodbye, but rather learnin' to live without em. Always tryin' to fill the void, the emptiness that's left inside your heart when they go."

    • @JoeNielsen44
      @JoeNielsen44 Před měsícem +11

      Sorry for your loss. Hang in there.

    • @myfirstseven8316
      @myfirstseven8316 Před měsícem +7

      Big hugs.

    • @hshfyugaewfjkKS
      @hshfyugaewfjkKS Před měsícem +6

      I'm so sorry for your loss. Suicides leave a lot of unanswered questions. Hoping you find peace.

    • @USA00STEVEN
      @USA00STEVEN Před měsícem +5

      Thank y'all... I even still can't believe it..

    • @tomasvircik3742
      @tomasvircik3742 Před měsícem +3

      I'm sorry for your loss. Questions and blame will remain present. It's the why question all the time. Some can bare with their struggles and some can't. I would probably just put it that way. Because I still can't fully comprehend my cousin's decision to take his life.

  • @kyngjaquin4632
    @kyngjaquin4632 Před měsícem +168

    Man this channel is so multilayered. Love it here

    • @DariuszGruszczynski
      @DariuszGruszczynski Před 29 dny +2

      He said that he has ADHD- that’s how it works when properly used.

  • @jokeen84
    @jokeen84 Před měsícem +176

    “Creatine, So just take it and stfu” had me rolling proves it helps with depression.

    • @cautious1343
      @cautious1343 Před měsícem +7

      Me to!
      LMFAO

    • @tonymanuge1932
      @tonymanuge1932 Před měsícem +2

      some people do very well with sarcasm to deliver a humorous story is appreciated ;-)

    • @notsure6312
      @notsure6312 Před měsícem

      that was a good one. sounds like cod liver oil back in the day. lol

    • @christopherwhitley9923
      @christopherwhitley9923 Před měsícem +1

      It has been shown to work so well it helps with PTSD, too bad my doc said no creatine. Damn kidneys :(

    • @Day-.-man
      @Day-.-man Před měsícem +1

      @@christopherwhitley9923 i thought this was debunked about it being bad for your kidneys?

  • @LiterallyBocchi290
    @LiterallyBocchi290 Před měsícem +155

    "Heed my words struggler, struggle endure, contend, for that alone is the sword of one who defies death, do not forget these words."

    • @Fighting_Fatigue_117
      @Fighting_Fatigue_117 Před měsícem +1

      I screen shot this.

    • @Dougie.A.M
      @Dougie.A.M Před měsícem +1

      What's this from?

    • @12andom12
      @12andom12 Před měsícem +5

      From berserk the anime. Powerful quote

    • @12andom12
      @12andom12 Před měsícem +3

      Missing the rain of blood part but still powerful

    • @Thatone_Dude21
      @Thatone_Dude21 Před měsícem +2

      🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯

  • @alansmith4655
    @alansmith4655 Před měsícem +37

    Depression sucks man. I was diagnosed with clinical depression and bipolar around 5 years ago. I used alcohol to cope for a long, long time and it helped to destroy my life. Off it 5 months now and trying to get into fitness so found channels like this. Thank you.

    • @paulgal
      @paulgal Před měsícem

      💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

    • @pnf197
      @pnf197 Před měsícem

      right now, you're an inspiration to me..thanks, and keep seeking....

    • @user-df2fl1pj6q
      @user-df2fl1pj6q Před 29 dny

      Alcohol is a depressant tho...

    • @michaelgresham1980
      @michaelgresham1980 Před 27 dny

      @@user-df2fl1pj6qdepression is a depressant. This is why depression doesn’t exist. It’s just you being lazy

    • @laurenb6467
      @laurenb6467 Před 21 hodinou +1

      After 8 years on the medi-go-round and only getting worse, I can also support that exercise is the best!!! I have been lifting weight for over 10 years and I'm off all meds against doctors orders, and I finally feel like I have a handle on my depression. Also quitting sugar, caffeine, etc. Which also helps with mood and anxiety. ❤❤ I hope youre doing well man!!!!

  • @tessbennett3796
    @tessbennett3796 Před měsícem +120

    Watching my youngest daughter suffer from clinical depression is the most helpless I've ever felt in my life.

    • @polespinosa4858
      @polespinosa4858 Před měsícem +3

      What is she suffering from?
      Address her insecurities before she starts seeing herself as a flawed being rather than a person with flaws.

    • @manuel8617
      @manuel8617 Před měsícem

      ​@@polespinosa4858clinical depression

    • @dextiir
      @dextiir Před měsícem +11

      I dont know her age, but I just finished the new book "The anxious generation" by Jonathan Haidt. Its a book you also should read as a parent - especially if your daughter has a phone with internet access.

    • @cautious1343
      @cautious1343 Před měsícem +1

      How old is she? It makes a difference in treatment.

    • @Felix-bk4rt
      @Felix-bk4rt Před měsícem

      My 16 year old son has depression so severe he is in danger to commot suicide... So I totally know what shithole you are in!

  • @ceofounder
    @ceofounder Před měsícem +55

    The most Humanitarian video that Ryan has ever produced!
    Depression is horrible!
    Up Until 2019;
    I weighed 220 to 225, height 6"2;
    solid lean muscle from being a former highschool athlete, and amateur boxer for 3 years.
    I was always in the gym, working out, and riding my Harley, volunteering, and living life with my family.
    Then in 2019; my daughter went to Heaven, and my wife decided to end her own life!
    Then the Pandemic Lockdown of 2020/2021 took place!
    Ended up homeless, jobless, eating edible science projects to survive, and stopped working out!
    Blew up to 300 pounds!
    Depression has did a number on me till this day!
    Working out helps.
    Anyway; try to do what makes you happy enough not to try suicide!

    • @affl1ctor
      @affl1ctor Před měsícem +8

      *hug*

    • @bonkers9182
      @bonkers9182 Před měsícem +5

      I hope you are doing better now. Big, respectful hug.

    • @ceofounder
      @ceofounder Před měsícem +2

      @@affl1ctor
      Thank you.
      I know there are other people whose life is not is a good state.

    • @ceofounder
      @ceofounder Před měsícem +2

      @@bonkers9182
      Thank you.
      I acknowledge there are other sufferers.

    • @Silence-and-Violence
      @Silence-and-Violence Před měsícem +3

      I am absolutely broken to hear about your daughter and wife.
      May God have mercy on you and us all.

  • @NeurotiQ
    @NeurotiQ Před měsícem +52

    Today was the worst day in a while. But this just made me realize everybody faces these demons in the head.
    And it suddenly doesnt feel that bad. Ryan is just build different with his humor and relatability

    • @oliverkahn2224
      @oliverkahn2224 Před měsícem +2

      Keep going homie! You will get better with time! Be patient

    • @taylornoel
      @taylornoel Před měsícem +1

      Glad you decided to watch the video and to comment. Telling other people about our broken bits help us be seen and helps others know they aren’t alone. You got this man. Rooting for you!

    • @TravelGeeq
      @TravelGeeq Před měsícem

      Stay strong amigo 💪

  • @steveinphoenix
    @steveinphoenix Před měsícem +35

    You had to end this video with a hard pill to swallow. "There is beauty even in darkness..." Tough to accept but true af

    • @jaeldi
      @jaeldi Před 29 dny +1

      czcams.com/video/e1UUAhZ3JzM/video.html
      "When you think all is forsaken, Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
      You need never feel broken again, Sometimes darkness can show you the light" - Disturbed "The Light"
      This is the song I listen to when I need a boost.

  • @mhvenom80
    @mhvenom80 Před měsícem +16

    As much as I would love to go into details, I can say that you, Ryan, have been one of THE most helpful and useful people/CZcamsrs ever.

  • @jeffreymilidantri7121
    @jeffreymilidantri7121 Před měsícem +2

    Thank you so much for posting this video. As someone who has suffered from lifelong chronic depression I can personally vouch for almost everything you’ve said here. And where doctors have failed I’m happy to see the health and fitness community picking up to educate the public with real world strategies for managing and treating their own depression.

  • @dmtdreamz7706
    @dmtdreamz7706 Před 22 dny +4

    Imagine you could become so conscious that your consciousness could become so interconnected with itself that whatever abilities or skills you think I have, you could just instantly download for yourself.
    You can become so fucking conscious that you're me and you could just download every single one of my lessons and experiences and skills just instantly into your mind.
    It's so much consciousness it leaves you gasping for breath. It leaves you in tears. It leaves you with your jaw dropped on the floor. It leaves you plastered on the floor.

    • @kdub6593
      @kdub6593 Před 15 dny +1

      Consciousness is fundamental. Everything you mention above is created by consciousness. Consciousness creates skills and abilities. One cannot become conscious because it creates everything that is one. Furthermore, one's mind is a creation of consciousness. What lies beyond Space Time itself will also be a construct of consciousness.

  • @moneymaker-ju1mq
    @moneymaker-ju1mq Před měsícem +15

    The term “depression” came into use in the 19th century, originally as “mental depression,” to describe lowering of spirits, and came to replace melancholia as a diagnosis.

  • @danielmarko4383
    @danielmarko4383 Před měsícem +2

    Thank you for making this video and addressing mental health directly. One of the most horrible effects of mental health issues are feelings of isolation and loneliness, and your willingness to address the topic head-on without being reductive or patronizing will undoubtedly help folks recognize that they are not alone in their struggles.

  • @nick28t
    @nick28t Před měsícem +1

    Great video man. Always loved your stuff, but you mixing your comedic talents into top tier informational content about depression is something I never knew I needed. Thank you.

  • @jamess2367
    @jamess2367 Před měsícem +3

    Brother, I have been following you for years now and this video was hands down awesome. This is the first time I have commented. Thank you for taking the time to do this video! I am a PA-C and LOVE how you backed all of your info with hard evidence. I personally would love more videos like this. Plus, think how much you learned this past month to change your own life...Thanks again!

  • @fictionalreality1010
    @fictionalreality1010 Před měsícem +11

    At 48 years old multiple concussions 🤕 and one hell of a life…the best thing I’ve found is EXERCISE!

  • @noskillzleague
    @noskillzleague Před měsícem +1

    The % of amazing comments and heartfelt comments is stunning. Well done Ryan! Wishing the best to everyone in here going through their demons.

  • @michaelwise535
    @michaelwise535 Před měsícem +2

    Thank you for having this channel. You make me laugh with a great understanding of science based info. I agree that hard exercise helps with brain and mood function. I was a professional ballet dancer most of my life. When I stopped dancing I started dealing with depression. I now work out 3-4 days a week pushing to failure when possible. This has helped me mentally and physically. Keep up the awesome work because the mental and physical are bound to how the body has to work. Good physical good mental

  • @ScottDreyfus
    @ScottDreyfus Před měsícem +9

    I was diagnosed with MDD and Bipolar. I was taking multiple ssri snri and mood stabilizer as well as BP cholesterol thyroid and some autoimmune. After 15 years and 10 surgeries for the pleasure of walking I figured out I had a brain tumor. It took over two years to get off all the drugs because what I really had was a pituitary tumor and after a few months on trt I didnt have depression or a mood disorder. It has been 17 months since I kicked the last Cymbalta trazadone lithium and welbutrin as well after 6 months my thyroid started working. First year on trt I lost 55 lbs....second year lost 30 more. I'm now 16% body fat from 32 / 195 lbs from 285 and in the best shape of my adult life. I was borderline disabled with a 100% rating and now I did 327 loops around the golf course last year and I'm thriving with zero prescriptions and perfect blood work. That alcat test you talked about is amazing. I took it right before surgery for ibd and literally cured my gut with diet and I haven't even had a cold in two years since full hrt. Get checked... It could save your life.

    • @camillesylvester5424
      @camillesylvester5424 Před měsícem +1

      thank you for speaking up abou this ......................... i personally have not needed knee replacement surgery and have healed serious injuries and such with peptide therapys stem cell injections absolutely the best medicine is getting your hormones strait and your peptides going

    • @ScrotusMaximus666
      @ScrotusMaximus666 Před dnem

      Incredible story, live long

  • @claytongeorge1986
    @claytongeorge1986 Před měsícem +3

    Crazy I’ve been doing your FML program and down the rabbit hole of watching your work out videos. Feeling great at times but spiral out into sever depression damn near daily. Today especially just feeling extremely low and trying to get mind off shit I go on CZcams and this is the first video on my feed. Crazy

  • @Derp846
    @Derp846 Před měsícem

    Thanks Ryan, you are a champion. I think alot of people needed to hear this, especially with your comedic perspective.

  • @jarviswatson143
    @jarviswatson143 Před měsícem

    Thank you for this. I used to watch your videos all the time but then I got sad and let myself go. Just today I decided to get back on my shit and start working out again, and CZcams fed me this video. I forgot how much I enjoyed your perspective and how much I got out of it. It's amazing how often the swole and the sad are one and the same.

  • @nathannellis6516
    @nathannellis6516 Před měsícem +3

    Biggest life saver for me with my PTSD, depression, and anxiety was mushrooms with Psilocybin. 1 good trip( weighed out 4 grams) that lasted 6ish hrs followed by 2 months of micro dosing. Capsules consisted of a mix of 7 grams of shrooms with 1.5tblsp of cacao powder to help with inflammation and some other things in regards to the body. They came out to be roughly .35gs per capsule. I had vet buddies buying them from me saying the same about how they really turned their world around. I never messed with shrooms till about a year ago, I kinda regret waiting ❤️💜

  • @isaacgrier8679
    @isaacgrier8679 Před měsícem +30

    I'm shocked you didn't mention how helpful dogs are. We know how much you love them.

    • @Silence-and-Violence
      @Silence-and-Violence Před měsícem +3

      @isaacgrier8679 they help until they leave.
      And then I had the worst period of mental health I've ever had and had new extreme symptoms that I had never had before.
      It took forever to recover and I feel like I'll never be whole again.
      I'm afraid to ever get another dog, or really any pet, again.
      She was the best thing for almost ten years. Got me out of bed, taking walks, buying healthy food for both of us to eat, started talking to people and making friends at the dog park I took her to so she could play with friends every day. I was living a full life because of her.
      But I don't think I can ever hurt like that again. I'm dying right now just writing this and it's been a few years. I don't know how to fix this.

    • @Bumsbaerchi
      @Bumsbaerchi Před měsícem

      ​​​@@Silence-and-Violence I cannot and have not had such an experience as of yet but I would still like to sort of reply.
      Everything comes and passes. Everything will end at some point. It's saddening but dogs have shorter lifespans than humans and most of the time they give us so much more than we could possibly ever give back. But it is especially because they enrich our lives with such an intense form of unfiltered love that we should try to keep our heads high. I did not and do not know your dog but I believe if she saw you sitting there, thinking and grieving their death, the last thing she would want for you is for you to keep doing that and sadden yourself further.
      Love, most of the time, is something very complex but one of the things it's associated with is the wish for the loved one to be blessed with the best things possible. Additionally, combined with the intensity of love dogs show us, they'd want you to smile, move on and live your best life. Because that is one of the many forms of love - the sometimes painful wish for the loved ones best despite our absence.
      And now from me, just as Ryan said, there's beauty even in darkness. Try to embrace the time you had with your little companion and move forward, to a better future full of possibilities waiting to be grasped.
      I hope I was able to slightly help.

    • @gagelaflesh5358
      @gagelaflesh5358 Před měsícem

      @@Silence-and-Violence it sounds like you gave her the best life she could’ve ever asked for. I’m sure she’s in doggy heaven wagging her tail because of you.

    • @DragoNate
      @DragoNate Před měsícem +3

      @@Silence-and-Violence You don't fix it. You recognize and remember the good times you had with her and the positive impact she had on you and your life & you live your life in the same way you did with her because you know it was the best way.
      she may not physically be around anymore and even if you don't believe in anything spiritual, your memory of her still keeps her around.

  • @fit_pharmd4830
    @fit_pharmd4830 Před měsícem +1

    I love hearing I’m not alone especially from a CZcamsr who seems to have it together. A house, wife, worksout. These are the most effective videos when we learn CZcams life isn’t perfect. Thank you.

  • @Davidtgreeen
    @Davidtgreeen Před měsícem +2

    crazy how much your this is my life at the moment, and trying to stay motivated to daily things is a struggle, thank you your channel is always a fun

  • @Carstuffwithgus
    @Carstuffwithgus Před měsícem +27

    As someone that has struggled with depression all my life I would like to offer my experience for whoever cares. About 6 month or so ago I hit the bottom. Was at the lowest point in my life. I started with various things to try to pull myself out of it. Some you mentioned here. The two things I swear by, after doing them almost daily for the past 6 months, are Ashwaganda and Hot/Cold water therapy. I added Ashwaganda to my supplement regiment and found it elevated my mood while Im on it. I cycle off every 3 months. The hot/cold therapy is a game changer. I jump in my hot tub for 15 minutes at 102F then immediately do a 3 minute cold dip after. Temps in the cold dip range from 50F down to 34F in the dead of winter. The only time I have felt depression in the passed 6 months was when i got sick and could not cold plunge for a week. Once I got back into it ......bingo DEPRESSION was gone again. Sorry for the long comment but I swear by this and would recommend it...along with some breathing exercises to anyone desperate enough to try. The cold plunge is not for everyone. Good luck and thanks for the great content.

    • @rexuisus2802
      @rexuisus2802 Před měsícem +4

      Big ups on the suggestion, Ashwa KSM-66 has been a banger for me and brought me out of several anxiety spirals. Stay strong my dude ✊

    • @TheDavveponken
      @TheDavveponken Před měsícem

      ashwaganda can blunt emotions and motivation same as a lot of psych drugs, they act on the same 5ht receptors. I would rather recommend vitamin and mineral supplements of vitamin d, e, c, magnesium, zinc, etc. Look up what works together and what doesn't. And sleep, exercise, diet, relaxing, stop stressing over trivial things, or trivial people, cut out toxic ones as best you can. Be in nature.

  • @vannekorjaus
    @vannekorjaus Před měsícem +7

    Thank you. The most important issue right now. Every day you are alive is the best day of your life.

  • @adir1598
    @adir1598 Před měsícem +1

    The quality of videos this channel produced this past year has sky rocketed, amazing brother, keep it up.

  • @TheOdieD3
    @TheOdieD3 Před měsícem +2

    Ryan
    Thank you for this. I treat my depression with exercise. But! Every now and then I take a good heavy hit.
    You have become quite a good journalist. This was really valuable to me. Thank you.

  • @AJourneyOfYourSoul
    @AJourneyOfYourSoul Před měsícem +40

    I’ve tried most of the meds over a many year period.
    They are complete shit.
    Not only did they not work to take away my depression, but side effects are so bad, my last quak told me to please stop taking them, lol.
    Finally, some good advice.
    The mental health medical community is archaic. We need actual solutions that work long term. You know, cures.

    • @TheDavveponken
      @TheDavveponken Před měsícem

      The "diagnosis and treatment" of depression or any other made up mental health diagnosis have very little to do with what is actually going on. There is a surprising lack of perspective for a supposedly advanced society. The answer lies in the social. Our society wants you to suppress any real feelings about people or what they do or say to you - at the same time they tell you you need to start talking more about things. Thing is, most people don't want to actually talk about and solve problems (parents, friends, loved ones etc). Most people live a lie, and ofc that will make them feel bad. They are lying to themselves and psychiatrists etc are lying to them. I'm too tired to make a nuanced and better comment, but I think the point comes across. I don't think depression exists, it is grief, a prolonged sadness. And I've been in it, gotten all kinds of diagnoses; they're all bs.

    • @Deansontoast69
      @Deansontoast69 Před měsícem +3

      Magic 🍄 will fix you up. Along with lions main, cordycepts & chaga. Ashwaganda is perfect too. All natural

    • @TheDavveponken
      @TheDavveponken Před měsícem +3

      Why tf was my comment removed? Like wtf? I gave solid conventionaö advice. F you youtube. You are poisoning people's minds

    • @R3FL3XSN1P3R
      @R3FL3XSN1P3R Před měsícem +7

      I've suffered from depression and anxiety for ages. Each day was a miserable struggle. I avoided medication with every fibre of my body, and continued spiralling down. I'm fit, I regularly exercise, I do therapy, I cut out alcohol, cut our caffeine, nothing could stop each day being a misery. Today marks a month on anti depressants, and the last month I've felt happier than I even remembered I could. I've been a better friend, a better partner, better at my job. I've been able to think about the future without fear, I've been able to feel nostalgia without pain. People want to be around me again, and I feel like myself.
      Just because meds didn't work for you, doesn't mean they don't work. They're not a catch all solution as they're often seen as, but for a large amount of people they make living a fulfilled life possible. Many of those people may be reading your comment, and, without meaning to, you can take away their opportunity for that. Let's be careful with people out there, especially those suffering.

    • @TheDavveponken
      @TheDavveponken Před měsícem

      @@R3FL3XSN1P3R But for many it disrupts their brain forever. You can definitely do without psych meds. They ARE dangerous, this is proven. Great they "worked" for you but it is a game of russian roulette where the outcome can be life destroying. My life was quickly destroyed by ritalin for example. You can do much more than you think, you don't need drugs. You just need time with yourself.

  • @Clara_linking
    @Clara_linking Před měsícem +93

    Wow the Chris Benoit comment was missed by many, damn Ryan, lol

    • @Douggydrealer
      @Douggydrealer Před měsícem +2

      Guys a wealth of knowledge and laughs 😂

    • @Jcp828
      @Jcp828 Před měsícem +2

      How do you know it was missed by many?

    • @elvis1745
      @elvis1745 Před měsícem

      @@Douggydrealer explain it to me, please!

    • @RpMcMurphy_
      @RpMcMurphy_ Před měsícem

      How da Fook you know that?

    • @Douggydrealer
      @Douggydrealer Před měsícem +2

      @@elvis1745 Chris Benoit was a Canadian wrestler who sadly snapped one night and murdered his entire family.. very sad.

  • @liamcc9834
    @liamcc9834 Před měsícem +1

    Was literally catching up on your videos because I've been out of gym for some time now thanks to be down and under as well as injuries and came across this video right now. Getting back into it today.

  • @user-in1fm8zz4e
    @user-in1fm8zz4e Před měsícem +1

    The hovaround has me rollin everytime i see you on it !!! Keep up the AWESOME work !! Finally something worth watching !!

  • @commietube-
    @commietube- Před 21 dnem +3

    Alot of people are depressed because the internet tells them they are.

  • @shawn1248
    @shawn1248 Před měsícem +10

    Most people can fix their depression by changing their lifestyle and identifying the core reasons that make them "depressed". I've seen it more times than I can count and I myself was a victim of my own environment and not doing anything to change it.

    • @kwerby3285
      @kwerby3285 Před měsícem +4

      I believe there are 2 types of depression.
      The first is “chemical” meaning your body is literally handicapped by its inability to properly process the chemicals needed. Basically what this video talks about.
      The second type is closer to “sad” and is based off your life not being what you wish it to be.

    • @shawn1248
      @shawn1248 Před měsícem

      @@kwerby3285 Yes. You worded it much better than I did ha

  • @kukowdo4780
    @kukowdo4780 Před měsícem

    Man, every day I love this channel a bit more, thank you so much!!!

  • @bil666
    @bil666 Před měsícem +4

    all jokes aside, I appreciate you taking a moment to talk about mental wellness within a fitness channel.

  • @JJS563
    @JJS563 Před měsícem +4

    I had depression for a long time then started working out and am now 8months in to Muay Thai training.
    Its night and fuckn day. The only person that can pull you out of depression is yourself.
    Trust me, its worth it

  • @dmitryksv9820
    @dmitryksv9820 Před měsícem +1

    Much appreciated. Man said he feels nothing... but he did this video to help people. I hope you feel good about yourself. This video was lots of helpful info for people who only think that antidepressants and therapy are the only way.

  • @davemccarthy7234
    @davemccarthy7234 Před měsícem +1

    Ryan! Best video ever made brother!
    The world needs to see this!
    Bless you for this sir!
    Much respect 💪👊

  • @MellowMutts270
    @MellowMutts270 Před měsícem +6

    My mom was on Prozac and adderall which they said she absolutely needed but some how when she got out of our shitty little town, stopped taking the drugs, and started school where she made straight A’s and was happier than ever. Immediately turning to anti depressants or SSRI’s is a ridiculous solution

  • @chillybean0411
    @chillybean0411 Před měsícem +4

    Hey Ryan, I, as well as many other I think are moving away from the pure bodybuilding aspect of gym work and incorporating more of a full-on 'athlete' style workout plan with running and other body mechanics movements beyond simply muscular failure and growth. Id love to see a video on how an athletic lifestyle compares to a purely muscle-focused one. Thanks for putting in the hours and effort for all (almost) 2M of us.

    • @notsure6312
      @notsure6312 Před měsícem

      i concur. i try to integrate what Ryan is doing into dry land exercises. in reality speed and endurance are my main focus.

  • @jimkimbrell4878
    @jimkimbrell4878 Před 24 dny

    Man it truly does not matter what you post about. I love it all, laughing my ass off. The material you cover is incredibly interesting and you do a great job at covering everything but the delivery is truly priceless. I wish you the best at all you do.

  • @conservat1vepatr1ot
    @conservat1vepatr1ot Před měsícem +1

    00:30 Fun fact: when the bridge was being constructed, it had nets to save workers that fell by mistake.
    This is to say: *they took the nets away when they were done and only brought them back after enough people jumped.*

  • @ckeisler
    @ckeisler Před 23 dny +4

    What? How many reps though?

  • @patst.dennis8991
    @patst.dennis8991 Před měsícem +4

    Definitely here for that next program. SSRI's are garbage and quite dangerous for some of us. Psilocybin and killer workouts sound much better. Thanks again Ryan

    • @rexuisus2802
      @rexuisus2802 Před měsícem

      Imagine taking a megadose with a tripsitter/workout partner on hand. They would spend half the time counting reps and the other half keeping you from loading the barbell with your 1Rep Max on just one side. "No, you cant do skull crushers and I don't think they meant that literally" "why are you holding that dumbell in your mouth?" and my favorite "Oh, youre posing naked now, Where did you put your clothes?!?"

  • @ScrotusMaximus666
    @ScrotusMaximus666 Před dnem

    The amount of effort that went into this video is crazy, thanks for your contribution

  • @dforeigner
    @dforeigner Před měsícem +2

    It's ironic that it was through depression that I found your channel a few years ago. Had no idea what was causing it, so decided to change what I thought needed changed. Decided to get in shape, eat better, and stopped saying no when a friend asked me to hang out. In case you're curious, yes that fixed it, and I do think it was the 3 things combined that did it.

  • @Mazzakre39
    @Mazzakre39 Před měsícem +3

    SSRI was the worst thing I've ever taken, ruined parts of my life, would not recommend 😅 They do more harm then good, at least in my case.. Check the studies where they confirm that it ruins your long term memory before considering anything 😬

  • @benoronha4737
    @benoronha4737 Před měsícem

    It's amazing that you're using the power of your channel to get together a lot of knowledge

  • @PaoloM.-vp2xd
    @PaoloM.-vp2xd Před 15 dny

    "There's beauty even in darkness", this prhase is pure wisdom that stroke the bottom of my heart. Thank you...❤

  • @fuzzyboomboom9742
    @fuzzyboomboom9742 Před měsícem +6

    Ask your microbiome.

  • @Ygaming21.
    @Ygaming21. Před měsícem +3

    Be yourself love yourself
    No one really care about you

  • @thatguysopinion58
    @thatguysopinion58 Před měsícem

    Thank you for this. I am currently going through some really tough times and this gave me some hope.

  • @Morphious117
    @Morphious117 Před měsícem

    Glad you have a handle on how to manage your mental health and it’s great that your sharing.

  • @broncobuddha
    @broncobuddha Před měsícem +4

    And most if not damned near all school/mass shooters were on or had been on SSRIs. They're not for everyone. Like you mentioned in the video, they can cause the exact thing they're prescribed to fix. Ever watch one of those commercials about anti-depressants and hear that side effects may include suicidal thoughts? What in the actual.

    • @moorbish
      @moorbish Před měsícem

      Anti-depressants give you more energy to do things so if you develop suicidal thoughts you'd have more energy to commit to it.

  • @shiftysmgi5333
    @shiftysmgi5333 Před měsícem +4

    Christ is king. You can seek him and a therapist at the same time. I pray all who suffer can find solace in his everlasting love 💜

  • @ThorKAH
    @ThorKAH Před měsícem

    Will add this to watch later and watch this later, your channel just keeps getting better dude

  • @oogachaka3447
    @oogachaka3447 Před měsícem

    After I got severely depressed and almost drank myself to death, I found my remedy in exercise and finding Ryan's exercise videos was truly a gift. Now, I've never felt better in my life!
    Thank you for all you're doing, Ryan! Bless!

  • @lostsoul7980
    @lostsoul7980 Před měsícem

    Recently discovered ur channel in the past few months. Ur helpful content, the way u use humor made me subscribe. But this video, is truly why I appreciate ur channel. I’ve deal with depression and have found my “healthy ways” of dealing with it. But I know it’s something that I’ll always deal with. This video was some nice insight but I know for the people out there dealing with depression and not knowing why it’s happening or how to deal with it. Will definitely see a good starting ground with this video.
    I just wanted to say thank u for ur honesty in ur personal issues and making a video for those looking for a positive path in their own self healing

  • @ryanbotha7256
    @ryanbotha7256 Před měsícem

    This is one of the best videos I've seen of yours. Rock star. Super informative.

  • @MBWDD
    @MBWDD Před měsícem

    Thank you for putting so much afford to this video. I personally have no issues with depression, but I see many of my bros suffering from this. But I can say by my own experience, that doing Heavy Duty Training has a positive effect to my mood, cause it produces a good cocktail of body's own drugs.
    And yes, you have to get active, considering your own procrastination. That's a big issue. Be aware of your demons and don't judge yourself for bad decisions or bad behavior. It's a part of you that you able to change. What a gift. Our biggest power is the power to decide. But for good decisions you have to do your shadow work to uncover the reason for bad decisions. So simple but so difficult.
    Thank you so much for your honest speech.

  • @medaillemaverick
    @medaillemaverick Před měsícem +1

    The more I watch I watch this guy the more I like him. He’s down to earth and funny. And the content is getting much more interesting.

  • @justintaiwan23
    @justintaiwan23 Před měsícem

    Ryan, I have always enjoyed your videos. I gotta say this is definitely your best - well structured, funny, and intelligent. You are the f_ing man!

  • @joseperez1881
    @joseperez1881 Před měsícem

    Thanks for that, bro. Glad you put this out for people who might think they are too tough to admit something like this. Shit is real.

  • @erniegamboa5609
    @erniegamboa5609 Před měsícem

    Ryan Bro, You're looking fantastic! Been following you for a minute and dig your content and delivery! Bigtime a noticeable difference in your physique in the past year or so... Inspirational!

  • @nathanherren6708
    @nathanherren6708 Před měsícem

    I knew I’d love this, I actually relate and learn a lot from your videos believe it or not

  • @spendsirdollarz
    @spendsirdollarz Před měsícem

    One of your best videos dude. I'm going to share this with my students.

  • @rafaeltogami
    @rafaeltogami Před měsícem

    The beginning of the video was a punch to the face, made me cry (today is my birthday and I’m a bit soft). Thanks for the video…

  • @MrEvotintjim
    @MrEvotintjim Před měsícem +1

    Battled with depression for 28 years and I have tried most things. Nothing seems to be consistent enough to help me long term so I just struggling through. Luckily my love for my wife and kids is usually more powerful than the voices in my head but I've had some fucking dark days where I simply cant cope and the toxic thoughts make me want to die. Thank you so much for your research and your videos, I have changed the way I train because of you and I've purchased a few of your courses. I'm going to watch this video again and take some notes and hopefully something will help.

  • @jameshill6653
    @jameshill6653 Před měsícem

    Thanks man. Great video and many people need this right now.

  • @m-618
    @m-618 Před měsícem

    This was awesome, thank you. Love your vids. Please do go ahead with the supplement project.

  • @ryangoss3858
    @ryangoss3858 Před měsícem

    Just listening to you helps with depression. Thanks for the advice and the way you put it.

  • @caseyholthaus6626
    @caseyholthaus6626 Před měsícem

    You’re looking good brother!! Thanks for the video ❤

  • @kbanderson7102
    @kbanderson7102 Před měsícem

    Bravo. Great content- this changes lives.

  • @MikeTFresh
    @MikeTFresh Před měsícem

    Such a great channel! Thanks man. It’s been rough lately

  • @0999monte
    @0999monte Před měsícem

    Ryan..... as a pharmacist I have to say..... you are SPOT ON my friend. Well done. Keep it up.

  • @user-gd1uk3fr5w
    @user-gd1uk3fr5w Před měsícem

    Loved this video. Hope you do multiple follow ups - there are lots of us that have found some help from “killer workouts” - will be waiting for that program drop.

  • @RyanGBeyer
    @RyanGBeyer Před měsícem +2

    That was one of your most POWERFUL videos!

  • @enriquecoellotorres9537
    @enriquecoellotorres9537 Před měsícem

    Thanks for your videos bro!! Always an excellent job. ''There's beauty even in darkness'' I will keept that one

  • @isaacray8530
    @isaacray8530 Před měsícem

    Great synopsis and pointing to solutions- i will be implementing some that i haven’t tried. Some im already on. Thanks for the encouragement

  • @rodneybailey8074
    @rodneybailey8074 Před měsícem

    Great content! Loves this video. Thanks Ryan

  • @rupeoverlay3153
    @rupeoverlay3153 Před měsícem +1

    One of your best pieces of work man.

  • @Thatone_Dude21
    @Thatone_Dude21 Před měsícem

    Thank you.On so many levels for making this video👊

  • @beyman10
    @beyman10 Před měsícem +1

    Amazing job of reviewing this OH SO IMPORTANT topic Ryan. As sufferer of life long depression...anti-depressants are a nightmare and talk therapy had minimal effect. For me - The quickest answer was/is psylocibin. A hero dose, blindfolded, with a trained sitter....and week long amount of crying that followed. Throw in diet, sleep, exercise, and therapy as crucial for keeping the darkness at bay. The last one would be meditation, which has become a more powerful tool the more I do it.

  • @LuminousDualities.
    @LuminousDualities. Před 13 dny

    One of the shortest, best explained videos with solutions 👍

  • @victorwar5619
    @victorwar5619 Před měsícem

    Ryan! Excellent job, bro! Thank you 👍

  • @nathanpickron1924
    @nathanpickron1924 Před měsícem

    Dude this was so well done I continue to be impressed by your amazing way to teach complex information in a very digestible way. Great ending your mind is beautiful. You must spend a fortune on test.

  • @freddygo44
    @freddygo44 Před měsícem +2

    I’ve suffered from depression all my teenage and adult life, I’ve never broke the cycle. When I work out I feel amazing, but I get into a spiral it’s hard to break and end up not training for weeks. I had my testosterone checked and tested by my doctor and it was the closest ive ever felt to being “cured”.

  • @eircification
    @eircification Před měsícem

    Amazing bro. Thanks. I just turned 40 and started having depression at age 13. By 21 had been hospitalized countless times for BPD and became a severe alcoholic. At 27 i was going to off myself because i couldn't escape alcoholism and my mental torcher. Last ditch effort was mushrooms i found online before it was a thing. Long story short im 13 years sober, life did a 180. Miracle in my case. I dont take psilocybin much anymore because of my BPD meds but once a year i do a reset. This video really touched me man. Appreciate it.

  • @gavinhughes8623
    @gavinhughes8623 Před měsícem

    I appreciate the info man and effort you put into this video, I hope you find what your looking for man, just wanted to let you know this video made my day easier 👍

  • @ThatOneChannelinAZ
    @ThatOneChannelinAZ Před měsícem

    I grew up with ALC% and domestic violence and a mother with extreme mental illness. I have depression a lot and i came upon Ryans workout videos. I went upon myself to do bodybuilding here in az and have done well. Ryan inspired me.

  • @bobsiddoway
    @bobsiddoway Před měsícem +1

    Appreciate this vid. 🔥🙏