My whole reality changed when I hit rock bottom. Sobriety was my savior. I am a recovering heroin addict. Been sober since 02/02/2020. It only gets better from the bottom. One day at a time. 🙏🏼
Your self realization and importance in this world is what saved you, we can't forget those who hit rock bottom and fell down from there into death. You having done that is making a positive affect on those still going through those addictions.
im Canadian , homeless and jobless since i wont take the shot , been a crack/meth addict for years . slept 44 of last 48 hours due to suicidal thoughts and not wanting to go back to psych ward . the highlight of my day is listening to you bring sanity to this insane time . thank you Russell !
Jaerock Your life is so important. You need help now, psych ward is better than dead. Phone a helpline or trusted friend. Take care and be kind to your future self.
My rock bottom was living alone on the streets in a wheelchair (from losing my right leg because of an infection) shooing up heroin sleeping in a shipping crate. Then i got another infection from a sore from the wheelchair that nearly killed me. So i took that as a sign that i need to fix my shit. So I did. I panhandled enough money over a 4 month period to rent a car and drove to IL where my brother and his wife stay. Within 5 months i got into a handicap accessible apartment and i get my prosthetic this Tuesday.
@@realrhodes i have my new prosthetic now i have probably walked 200-250 yards collectively since yesterday afternoon. I love it. Im wearing my leg right now laying in bed just smiling from ear to ear.
Thank you for letting me know Ronny I appreciate that very much- it makes it all so much more real! Keep walking and walking and on up to the top of your mountain whatever that may be for you. Take care.
Flip it, reverse it, it is not you who is dysfunctional, it is the way you have been programed to negative talk yourself into coping with their reality so they can continue feeding you or off of you what benefits them. Its Grimm and Stolkers. Only pg'd to fantasy so they can gain control of your perception...and now I read echo of ike. Lord have mercy..when the ghost busters AND the mystery van show up at the same gas station, what are the odds? Good grief..I am grateful for Gods Sense of humor...yall getting some angst ruffled.
Ive completely lost my mind, feel so alone and scared of the future, done some awful embarrassing things that isn't like me, how to move on? I feel crazy and like it's too late for me 😥😭😭
@@FlabbyAbi The first thing you want to realize is that you're not alone or unique in this at all. And that once you've hit rock bottom there's only one way you can go: Up. If you feel like you've 'lost your mind', in my experience what that really means is having lost *control* of your mind, so you need to learn to control your thoughts again. Think of a happy memory or future at will every now and then, you can do it. It does take practice. Then consciously start thinking about something productive to do, more and more times throughout the day. And learn to say NO to your thoughts that don't make sense. At first anger helped with dealing with the very stubborn invasive thoughts, you'll see very quickly that actually works quite well and that devil is far weaker than you if you don't feed it. After that humor is the best medicine. That's a big part of how I recollected my mind after dissociation and psychosis. Really, it's never too late. You're extremely capable of change, even if you don't think that about yourself, that's just a fact. Being alone is the no. 1 cause of mental illness nowadays I think. I remember the feeling of joy when I first started having meaningful interactions with people again, and that I was capable of it once I trusted myself again to be able to correct whatever mistake I was so afraid of making. Then my whole day would light up if I could make someone laugh in a conversation, that's where my memories started going back to automatically as well, just feeling joyful about simple interactions. I'm convinced this moment is also waiting for you and anybody else in the process of getting back up. Instead let me warn you about the fact that you're more vulnerable to meeting the wrong people when you're down then you might know, so don't go overboard with any new friendships and be very very slow to trust while you know you're still in this situation. Abusers abuse subconsciously. Accept that you can only fix the loneliness slowly, and mainly by doing the other stuff right first: wake up early every day with a solid breakfast, don't abuse substances, maybe get addicted to gym and physical health, find some people to socialize with there. Be consistent with the small victories, work a good job, etc., then all the right people will start coming along. And it's OK to feel regret. That's just how we learn better. Painful as it is, better accept it, so then you can do something with it. Going on an apology tour might be the most helpful thing for that and take a lot of pressure off, but idk the situation. Maybe not everybody will accept it but that's ok for now, as long as you did your part you'll be able to move on. If it doesn't work and you still feel guilt 2 months later, reach out again but after that it's really just their issue. Good luck.
6 days ago I lost a friend that hit rock bottom, i felt helpless to help her, she was at the opposite end of our large continent, alone, on anti depressants in the middle of a hard winter, with a relentless wind blowing from the North Atlantic. She told me & I quote "if no thing comes of this truckers rally for freedom, then i'm done." In her case money was running out, she could not get work with out a vaxx pass,could not meet new people for the same reason. And yes, as you and Fearne are addressing, purpose & connection were non existent. I am so very sad, a boy lost his Mother & the world misses out on a very lovely talented human being expressing further in this plane of existence. And yes its possible that she gained much wisdom on her journey across the country this summer, ending up on this remote island in the middle of winter, with no one but herself & a despair too deep to reckon with. R.I. P. Jennifer Brown. Your art & your son Nick, and the whispers of your heart are your Legacy.
I am so sorry to hear that .I am afraid that many people feel similar way right now. It is going on for way too long. Something needs to change really soon. I have lost someone close to suicide 13 years ago and it still feels like it was yesterday. Sending hugs to you
I can hear your sadness. I've lost three family members since covid they went into the hospital without covid but they never came out again they died alone in their old age. And I burn with resentment and hatred! I watch Russ and other people to calm down breathing exercises at night but this resentment is going to last years.
I feel for you and for this friend and her Son. To imagine getting to such a sad and complicated place to feel that leaving this earth is seemingly the only relief. It is heartbreaking. I am sending you comfort and resilience 💔♥️
@@TheHeidibomb thank you for your words and kind heart 💜 it helps me to grieve and I am grateful. In light of so much sadness & loss in the world right now, kindness and connection are a facing grace. Bless you and the others who have expressed their sympathy. For many it is not an easy time, may we stay strong together, this I pray 🙏.
Congratulations 🎉🎊🎈 sending you ❤️ ☮️ keep going forward, you’ll have more successes, you’ll be surprised! I just hit my 2+ year mark from active addiction to crack, recovery is a gift that I Almost was certain after a 2 year downward spiral into my rock bottom, you can do this!!!
"The crisis that means that this material world will never fulfill you"....That phrase sums it up for me, Russell. But it's not a crisis, it's a blessed realisation.
You’re right mate, last 2 and a half years of my life seem to be culminating into a rock bottom type scenario. Loss of job, loss of my mum, loss of freedom, loss of a heap of good friends due to vaccine indifference. Hopefully onwards and upwards from here.
I too lost my job (in fairness I hated it anyways) while my mom was dying from cancer and she did die in May of last year and I had to watch it all. I've been hitting constant rock bottoms also for more than 2 years now. Nearly lost my husband to another woman, then we lost our apartment, then covid, then my job, then my mom. My friends also come and go. But the loss of my mom was the worst. She was my best friend and it used to be only me and her (she was a single mom for most of the time she was raising me) and was amazing woman who gave gave gave until all the giving killed her.. I feel blessed that I had all that time with her, that she was at my wedding and was in the delivery room of both my girls. But I miss her awful. I am only 34 and she was only 53 and my little girls will grow up without amazing grandma in their life to give them love and teach them things (or any grandma for that matter as my husband's mom died when he was a kid). She is lucky in a way though..doesn't have to witness and deal with the current state of the world (we are Russian with Russian, Ukrainian and Polish roots..) I've been trying to go onwards and upwards, but am so exhausted by this emotional journey and my cptsd doesn't help at all. I feel most of the time broken beyond repair with some sunshine in my mind that doesn't keep me lit long anymore.
You only ever need to do the next right thing. Otherwise it’s overwhelming for me too. Keep coming home to presence that’s where we thrive - nowhere else 🙏
A month has passed. How are you? I hopw you're well. 2 names I'd like you to search on YT. Joseph Murphy, Neville Goddard. Listen carefully what they have to say. 🙂
This sort of “sharing” makes me feel less alone in my suffering and despair since losing my Son. I too experienced debilitating anxiety because of my grief. Meditation and grounding myself in nature (literally walking barefoot on grass when the anxiety started rising up and noticing the birds, trees, breezes) have been my saving Grace. Thank you for this video. Also, to all of you out there also feeling high jacked mentally….I feel you and want to give you hope that there are more sunny and fulfilling days ahead even carrying heavy burdens. ♥️💙
I do think, like Fearne said, when you go through such dark times, and are in recovery, it gives you wisdom and insight you never thought you had. You see people, situations, in a completely different way, and become better able to avoid those situations that harm the soul, and you can develop more empathy and want to help others.
She's great. I definitely resonate with what she's saying a lot. I went through something that broke me, too. The illusion was painful to wake up to at first, but I'm so glad for that now. Sometimes we're shaken to awaken. 💖
I'm going through every single thing taht was described here. Trying to get time away from the internet and more just feeling things, talking to people. Being honest and trying to figure out why I hate myself so often.
The internet (at least the social media aspect of it) can really strengthen the ego - the flip side of which is self hatred. I hope you feel less weighed down by yourself soon - I know the feeling.
I don't know where your from but I found getting out into nature was massively helpful, climb a mountain, sit by a lake or watch a waterfall, there's something very profound about reconnecting with nature
Have you ever tried the Wim Hof method. If you haven’t look him up and try it, I found it very beneficial! Have compassion towards yourself! Give yourself credit… everything in the modern world is trying to make us do the wrong things all the time! All are addictive (including this) but how much of modern life is for us? It’s too heavy with control and over consuming. You’re feeling hate because you want the change to be kind. You’re on track with this kind of channel! I hope you find peace within.
Everything you are looking for is generated within you Elias.Right now nothing needs to change for you to come home to presence and peace within. It’s all there underneath a whole lot of thinking about what needs to happen or should have happened in the past. For me too. Follow your wisdom which has brought you here 🙏❤️
Loved this clip. There’s a very good book I’m reading just now called “The Second Mountain” by David Brooks that dives into much of what’s being talked about here. He calls it the valley (the place where people hit rock bottom) and this is where people end up when the illusion shatters and they suddenly lose interest in their job etc…and it’s also where they start looking for the Second Mountain which is the one that fills their days with meaning and purpose 🌄
Second mountai... ??? I don't count them anymore... But you know... God seat on the top of the mountain and look im the valley... Every time he see the spark in the valley he runs with speed of light and grabs the spark to be with him... Just show up... And make noise...
'Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.' - J.K. Rowling. I've always loved this quote because there's a lot of truth to it. Not an easy process (the price of wisdom is indeed despair), but it's ultimately worth it. And maybe that's the story of humanity, always looking for its bottom in order to grow stronger from it.
Russell, I've been considering my death a lot lately. Been on 30 MG of Lexapro and I'm a recovering heroin addict with almost 6 years of sobriety from opiates. Working mandatory 60 hours at electric vehicle start up. I guess I finally snapped. Started a new medication today and I've felt better since lowering the Lexapro to be honest. Appreciate your channel and for bringing us the nitty gritty truth behind the constant barrage of narratives thrown our way by the mainstream asshats we call THE NEWS these days. If it weren't for certain podcasts and outlets, I really feel I'd be worse off for it. Abused some Xanax and coke over the last two weeks and the shame involved with use now. Only weed and the occasional psychedelic for me seems best. Hoping I can get my shit together ❤🙏
Most of our lives, no matter what is our individual battle is, is 3 steps forward and 2 steps back. Fall, get up, fall again.... Just keep getting up! Sending good vibes and blessings your way. One day you'll realize you didnt have a setback that day. Hold on to that and keep moving.
As a previous person wrote, always keep getting up, and try not to get weighted down with shame - as that makes getting back up harder. I know, easier said than done. My poison is alcohol. It's cheap and legal and many a time should have killed me. At 53, it's been problematic for almost 15yrs. I've had various traumas esp in the past 9-10 years. Two periods of abstinence both 10mths, once during my only pregnancy at 45, the other 4 years later. But I've been to my rock bottom like a bouncey ball so many times. It's had such a negative effect on my life and as someone else asked: why do [I] rely on substances. The question should be what benefit do they bring you. Because that's the 'why' that many of us end up with substance abuse. We do NOT do it because we like feeling like shit, losing jobs, being cut off by friends and family, getting DUIs out heaven forbid other criminal convictions, feeling so poor of control we cannot stand ourselves or living. No-one wants to feel like that. It's a much bigger, deeper conundrum than that. Of course, I gather drugs like heroine are incredibly different, the physical/chemical addiction it creates, for want of a better way to put it. You are doing marvelously, don't beat yourself up. Plenty of others will bloody do it for us. I am very lucky in that I have a delightful almost 8yo son that I mustn't give up for. He lives with his father, so I try. I try to hold on to my job, I try to not become homeless, I try to believe in myself even though almost no-one else does. They just see Ang, that person with a problem she'll never conquer. It's like people want to see you fail. Often, that is what they want to see, sadly. I learned that of my mother and various others. You keep tuning into Russell, know you are never alone, and be kind to yourself.
Sir. What a Beautiful Soul✨ Thank You for sharing this clip. To Witness a Conversation that looks at Life with a gentle, open heart further connects Us as a Human Family. To simply learn to listen helps Us identify the suffering in Others as well as Ourselves 💛 Peace and Love from Texas
Ive always heard "religion is for those who are afraid to go to hell, true spirituality is for those who have already been there" As odd as it may seem, had I not spent along time on rock bottom myself I don't think I would've ever found my self on a spiritual path of awakening. Even the worst days of my life now are a dream of the nightmare that my life used to be. Near death experiences and flirting with death everyday because of my substance abuse have given me a new appreciation for life. I don't get caught up in the fear mongering, I haven't been indoctrinated by the education system. I always question authority because I know how easy it is to abuse that which gives a person instant gratification and power and authority are probably more addictive than any substance I've ever tried. I now get my own gratification by learning new things and learning meditative practices and I currently refuse to support the corrupt institutions that are doing everything they can to control our thoughts and actions. I seek the fundamental truth of our addiction and the way we are manipulated and sharing these truths with everyone who will listen. Because truth is a rare thing and only comes from people with no agenda except betting myself and humanity as a whole.
There is some powerful truth you have shared Trevor. To seek the fundamental truth of our addiction(s) and look deeply at all the ways we are manipulated (whether intentionally or not) enables us to begin to discern our own path to freedom and sovereignty.
Addiction, ritual and habit are rolled into one many a time in our lives, conditioning and social influences also play a part. The trick is to replace addictions with rituals that are beneficial, ie since I gave up alcohol 7 years ago, instead of cracking open a can of beer or 5 for the evening I take time to filter and pour my drinking water into a special glass bottle. As I am pouring I am thinking how much it is going to help me digest my food and help me rest better.
True, that conversation really hit me this morning. I literally had tears in my eyes. But I feel I have been awakening in the last 3 years. Thanks Russell
This is a bloody fantastic conversation and really resonates me. Fern, you’re spot on. It’s not a side dish and Russell, I regularly rewatch your conversation with Eckhart Tolle. Much love and peace from Yorkshire ❤️
Lovely meaningful words from you both Russ and Fearne 🙏🏻 “Spirit and Spirituality means breath and the art of breathing and nothing else. And all priests know that. Spirit and Spirituality is breath, the art of breath, learning to breathe to prepare yourselves to receive the electrical charges from the Akashic records that exist in nature that connects you to the higher mind, which is religion”. Taj Tarik Bey.
My wife left me last month without warning, my first depression. It’s the worse thing I’ve experienced. Thanks Russell for speaking the truth, when we are surrounded by lies.
Sorry to hear this Josh, understand that there are many of us in a similar situation, including me☺️ Take your time, step by step, breath by breath. There is no rush to do anything. Above all be kind to yourself, there is no need to keep replaying failed scenarios constantly in your mind, this will only prolong your suffering. You have already suffered enough. Perhaps you are also feeling grief, don't hang on to it for too long, sometimes we hang on to it because it's the only thing we feel we have left. But it too can be destructive for us, work through it and see it for what it really is. Now that you have felt depression, explore it, welcome it like a friend and don't struggle against it, you will find it gets easier. Look after yourself, workout, go for walks, eat well, maintain hygiene, learn mindfulness. The temptation to become attached to another female may also be really strong. Be very careful here, you may be setting yourself and another, up for a fall, no rush here mate. Try not to abuse any substance too much, it really doesn't help at all,. Remember it's perfectly fine to have a bad day or days, don't beat yourself up over them. We are always here, if you need to, just reach out, we are all brothers and sisters here, some of us with good expertise willing to help, guide and put an arm around each other. Look after yourself 🙏🙏❤️
@@Mugairyuiai thank you, every word you say is true going still going through the grieving process , I feel so desperate to get back with someone, emotions changing every 2 minutes. I’ll try and welcome my depression, and feel it, accept it,eventually control it. thank you dearly for your words, it gives me a small piece of hope
Hit rock bottom in 2011. Spent every morning planing my exit as a coping mechanism to get through each day. I knew I had become addicted to negativity in a big way. From that awareness, I woke one morning & said enough is enough of the suffering. I decided to search for wellness. I felt if I could almost destroy myself with negativity & become an expert in hitting rock bottom, then I was equipt with the tools to shift the energy & become my own expert in the opposite. I studied the mind, studied affirmations, decided to meditate far more than I was already & search for my well being rather than searching for a way out. I chose life & from that point forward, it all began to change.
This is essentially what is happening on a global scale until we reach a tipping point which forces us to make a permanent decision; do we want to surrender to the true beauty of life or do we want to live in a state of egoic resistance with it?
Never in a million years did I think my favorite character from Forgetting Sarah Marshall would become my morning wake up voice. I enjoy this channel so much and I’m thankful it brings people together during such a weird and dark time.
Always felt that Fearne was a down to earth kind of girl, who found fame as a natural presenter. Sadly with fame comes pressure and sometimes self destruction as many find out, but glad Fearne has climbed from the low point and found her spiritual self guidance. Those lows usually make us stronger.
Getting your body in shape and healthy especially the stomach makes a great difference to the mind .. poising your body will poison the mind .. this helped me so much 🥰
Absolutely brilliant how the pursuit of wisdom was framed. I've always told others it isn't the information itself that bothers me, it is the real world implications which is the issue. We need to come to terms with and find solutions for what often overcomes the many, the despair in pursuing knowledge regardless of where it leads us.
Loved the interview with Fern 💗 Love the fact when she said" spirituality" is simply" Life" but for so so long people have had this misconception of it being something whoowoo and "out there" somewhere and not connected to them when actually it connects everything and everyone and IS everything there is..🙏
I love how I have just randomly watched my third episode from your awakening channel and felt like you were directly speaking to me! She is a strong woman alright 😁
Buddhism talks about that despair as being the thing that is so marvellous and precious about our human rebirths. That our suffering, that the despair gives us the fuel to break free, to seek liberation, to actively pursue the spiritual path.
I’m actually reading Fearne’s book at the moment. A great place to begin your spiritual journey if you’re looking for more, but don’t know where to start.
Battled addiction for almost 16 years. It will bring you to your knees before you ever get sober enough to see what's happening. I wish I had just listened to the D.A.R.E booklets and elementary school campaigns to "just say no".
D.A.R.E is nonsense. If anything it just makes kids wanna do drugs more when they realize half of it is pure b.s and scare tactics. Drugs aren't the problem, plenty of people do drugs without developing addictions to them.
Never be afraid to take a helping hand. I locked myself away for years with addiction and mental health, being put on a register for treatment and suicide watch. Feeling so low I saw no way out other than remembering what my mum had told me as a kid. NEVER GIVE UP! I was able to put on a mask but I was only lying to myself through out my down times. It was only when I was honest with myself that I could be as bluntly truthful with everyone else that I started moving forward. As soon as I felt free from some self imposed guilt about nothing in particular I was open to accepting help. I wasn't afraid to ask anymore and even though I still have some dark days now and again, I'm able to function better. For anyone who's going or been through the same. Stay safe, keep well and put one foot in front of the other. NEVER BE AFRAID TO ASK!
As a Harry Potter fan I have realised that spirituality = magic!! We are all Harry Potter! This whole realm is magical!! If you can see it you can be it! Keep on keeping on x
Fearne is a gem! I remember the first time I saw her when she introduced the new Top of the Pops on UK TV - way before I got on this path, she was very young but I felt instantly that she is someone 'real' so-to-speak. I've got time for Fearne 🙂
I feel like I know a lot and see what others don't. It seems like a burden and I'm trapped. But the more I find others that share the same opinions or that can relate I find myself not delusional or mental like others claim that I am. I love you and your channel. The spiritual vibe is just right. 👑🌹
I 100% feel you man. My advice would be to just keep more to yourself. Some people just CAN NOT see what we see. They haven’t yet broken loose of their ‘illusion’ yet, just like the woman in this video explains. I experience the very same that you do with people around me and instead of hopelessly trying to explain and convince, i now just dont go deep in discussion and keep to myself. I know its hard, but its what’s best for YOU.
@@flowerpower1577 awe ☺️ thank you for commenting. I still feel this way but it’s getting better. I hope the world can wake from this curse that we are in. May God be with you. ❤️👑🌎✝️🛐
This conversation resonated to what I’ve recently become aware to. It helped me to understand the journey that is necessary for me to return to my true self.
Yes Russell! This is so important! We were/ are created to live in and live out love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control with each other. We have been blessed and are to be a blessing.
I hit the rock bottom last week, as I do time to time. It's really dark but it can also produce a rubber band effect. As I went to speak with a psychologist, I did the work, not he, and "the spell" was gone. I read Johann Hari's grate book "lost connections" and it was a catharsis experience for me. He's also on Russells podcast btw.
Big hugs Pamela - living alone is tough, I know. It can be lonely being with people you have no connection with too. Sad times indeed. Spring is coming here and that gives me hope for brighter days ahead. Take care x
I appreciate the videos and content you put out Russel. We need more entertainers that use their following to stimulate meaningful discussion about major topics before the veil that is pulled over society's eyes by government censorship and mainstream media completely distorts the reality of what is truly going on in our world. Keep up the great work
I wrote that quote down immediately… very profound and something I appreciate hearing right at this moment in life. Everything your guest had to say about what follows hitting rock bottom is exactly what I’m going through now… the illusion of who I thought I was, coping mechanisms that only compounded the lack of clarity etc. This place is unfamiliar and somewhat lonely but it feels as though this is the right path. Thank you for sharing your own experience with this as well.
"The price of wisdom is despair." Never have truer words been spoken, than that statement in context to myself. I can teach you all sorts of things that will help you create a possibly better worldly experience for yourself, however I still have the PTSD of having learnt those lessons. :)
Growth of oneself is a continuous process. Challenges arise, you go deeper. I’ve always had this deeper and expansive side of me. Sometimes it flows and grows. Sometimes there have been times I’m not in connection with myself and flowing through it, good and bad. It’s a flow, an energetic flow that flows from us and all around us. I even notice people who walk towards me on the street a random stranger the universe pulled to me to make me notice something about myself. It’s a beautiful world 🌎
My rock bottom was when my son died 15 months ago. Before then I knew life was more than the ‘surface level’ but when that happened there is no surface or no bottom, you go beyond the bottom of whatever you thought possible before. But then you can come back up. It’s hard. And everyday stuff like strawberries in plastic do spike you, sometimes they are what’s on your mind for a week. To stop the internal pain. So much going on in this world but there is a spiritual element. When I was young I loved looking a ‘witchcraft’ but all that is is a return to nature. A return to source of energy and …light,hope, joy… with the flip side of course. I think we are doing ok to to be here and if you are here and struggling you are doing super OK and in whatever way, we all got you. Like you got me. X x
Please consider doing a video addressing The Pluto Return and the incredible message of the stars in this pivotal time in the world's history. Fascinating and hopeful information for the emergent energies hoped for by Russell, and so many others who are awakening. 🕊 Thank you Russell. 🙏
I live in Melbourne, the most locked down city in the world. I was by myself for months, on a diet of tv and junk food. I was in a very dark place. Then I decided to take care of myself. I now meditate everyday. When walking for exercise use mantra "I love myself, I accept myself ". My soul still aches but I feel that I am on the right road. I now need to find something meaningful to do.
Great podcast 👏 .... for me personally believing in God ( how ever that is for others) helps so much. Yes this world has so much pain attached but I see it as one massive education there is lessons in everything and by our end of this life we're take this knowledge and by then being kind caring and loving is all that's left. Our ego would have been broken down by then.
I hit a rock bottom with my health in this last month. Went from vibrant and thriving to bedridden for a month with an autoimmune flare up that had my body starving lost 25-30 pounds of all muscle I had now walking for 5 minutes makes me shake. I spent 6 days in the hospital first time in my life last week. The worst experience of my life. Now my only choice is to have to fight back from this bottom and rebuild my entire body. It’s daunting as fuck. It will take so much work to get back but it’s my only choice. When I wallow in the pain I endured and only think about myself the way seems longer and longer. I can’t let myself be self centered. My recovery is essential for my entire family. Thank you for posting encouraging videos. -Katie
Yep. Hit a few rock bottoms. Once I thought God couldn’t even save me. Yet…..here I am. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again. THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN BECOMING WELL…….forgive yourself, embrace the lessons, don’t repeat it, and go forward.
Hi Russell, just wondering if you’d consider having your Druid friend on for a podcast? I really resonated with knowledge/despair concept and would love to learn more. Thanks for your time
I've heard similar before with the wisdom linked to despair. It's definitely something that resonates with me. The more you know the harder it gets to ignore the things wrong in the world and to face how many people prefer to stay ignorant. It's easier. "Ignorance is bliss".
As a recovering addict of 14yrs I know rock bottom. Luckily I hit mine and found a way to climb out, with many helping hands. By the grace of God I've remained clean and sober and done lots of work to not have to go back. Who knows if I'd even get to a rock bottom again, may just be death. I'm to excited to live to find out. Thank you both.
I think, like many of us, I was born into "Rock Bottom." Even so, very strangely, I always managed to veer away from the totally life-ending kinda things. Although so many times, teetering right there at that edge. But fast-forward to about a decade ago, to the year of all Rock Bottoms. No addictions; the fuel for most of my hell was trauma-rooted (and worsened by mainstream quack meds/ignorance) health issues. But this one year was so my "Frodo" year. One horror after another, almost from beginning to end. I'd already been a breath away from landing literally on the street many times before this year. A traumatic "event" early in that year, a true "miracle" happened (actually one after another) that kept be housed. But then it did happen. I had always been inconceivable to me. I was the "good girl," always followed all the rules... But there I was, literally sitting on a street, on my one bag I'd quickly packed (amazingly got the rest of my stuff in storage). In a city I didn't know, had only been there a few months. No car, no job, very little money, no family, no one to call... Other details that I will omit. But I sat there stunned, tears streaming down my face. No answers, no remedy. Then I felt intuitively spurred to call the one person that might help. Someone I barely knew, a stranger for the most part and with whom I'd had a conflict a few months before. He normally would have been at work, but not this unusual day. He drove 45mins to pick me up, and back to his small town and left me at a motel (I paid, he gave me no money). The next few weeks was a Frodo ride of survival and "miracles" until I landed in a reasonably secure place. I didn't "pray" during any of that time. But I did ask "Life" or the "Universe" for guidance (something I'd done for yrs), which I know is ultimately my "higher self." My memory is most vividly on the 2hrs I sat there on the street, and so grateful that it was no longer than that. That "guidance" thing told me it was all to make me stronger (and it sure as hell did), and that I'd always been very protected (had experienced many phenomenal miracles before that day). I remember after the guy said he was on his way (and that it would be a couple of hours), I felt such tremendous relief. And as I sat there (still on the street), I realized what a beautiful fall day it was, perfect temperature. It could have been bitterly cold or horribly hot, or rainy, snowy... But no, it was a gorgeous day... That very much wasn't my last Rock Bottom day, but it definitely gave me strength (and the "magic" that is real "faith," trust in one's own inner wisdom) toward the ones to come.
I lost two people really close to me, I thought I couldn't on. Level after level of anxiety took hold , it continued for 3 years. Then one day things changed. I started to see the beauty again, the beauty in little things , because its the little things that carry you, that enable you to take each day, each day to heal and find truth, you're own truth. ❤🙏
So true. After my Dad passed away 7 months ago I cut off from social media almost 100% for a long while and started sitting on my garden bench every morning for at least 20 minutes. Just the sunshine, the bird noise and watched the sky or the plants. No mind made thoughts all the time. It’s now a regular habit that brings me so much inner peace xx 💜
I feel like I never properly fit this human coat I'm wearing, and I will never truly feel comfortable untill I get my wings back . In the meantime I'm trying to connect to this earth and all the beauty here, and do no harm to myself or anyone else untill it's time to fly again . Almost 5 years sober . Wonderful work Russell xx
Your first couple of words were "Elsewhere in the book", and that was all I needed to know. Wouldn't it be just brilliant if a person that has gone through certain experiences, DIDN'T write a book, but just shared those experiences verbally to a wider audience? Then again, it would go right against their goal of making a few quid eh?
Society tends to equate worth with work. Doubtless, this was a carefully crafted message to obtain more of us to generate profits for the overlords. Look at the messages we see & hear most; beauty is revered over wisdom, compliance is rewarded over resistance, blind devotion is lauded over inquisitive questioning. The reset we need isn't coming from Klause y'all, it's within us!
The past five years have been fighting to keep sane. I'm at a point where I can dance celebrate with everyone and still want to commit suicide. I have to have a reason not to. It's a rope I will let go any time. No one can help because no one understands. It's like I dead a long time ago, and the body is just roaming around..
Please don’t get to the end of your life with suicide, my son did just that a couple of months ago. I’m now a living dead mother. He was ill for about 5 years, and I cared for him. Please keep trying, accept love and help from those who care. every one of us has something special inside us even when it feels like inside we are dead. There’s no second chance after the final act. Sending you hope x
i have hit rock bottom more than people ride in an elevator ! Russell. i was diagnosed with crohns disease when i was 9 years old and with it comes depresion . i am 36 now ! and have had 4 operations . and with all that i woke up when i was 11 years back then everyone thought i was crazy !! now to see everyone waking up! and i feel blessed to see it . i am on facebook sharing your podcast in my groups and in public i hope that's ok with you Russel ? I AM CONSTANTLY FIGHTING MY MIND EVERYDAY ! no medication works for me .
Remember King Solomon asked for Wisdom. But, once he received it... Sadness and Depression followed. Careful what you wish for when you pray for Discernment. Great knowledge requires great responsibility.
Russell I've been following your journey and I love your take on the twelve steps. I am 4.5 months sober from alcohol and about to stop smoking. I couldn't be happier.
At rock bottom, you suddenly stop caring about the opinions and approval of others. Which then becomes your superpower, especially when pursuing unlikely goals. It is often how great things finally get done.
I was lost lonely no job after 26 years because of the jab and lost friends. Then started going to rallies with like minded people, found a small beautiful little church and now I just love life, I feel like I belong now because of my new community. Community is the key to happiness as you don’t have to pretend to be somebody else. I think we go through life pretending to be somebody else,so we fit into a group of people who don’t really care about us. Just look at young people now who they hang around with just to fit in it’s so sad, hopefully these people will find that own little community who love them for just being them.
My whole reality changed when I hit rock bottom. Sobriety was my savior. I am a recovering heroin addict. Been sober since 02/02/2020. It only gets better from the bottom. One day at a time. 🙏🏼
Total respect my friend. So hard to do. Will give you such wisdom to help others.
Your self realization and importance in this world is what saved you, we can't forget those who hit rock bottom and fell down from there into death. You having done that is making a positive affect on those still going through those addictions.
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You can now achieve anything my friend. Kudos and a cap doff to you. May the wind beneath your wings continue to lift you 💞
im Canadian , homeless and jobless since i wont take the shot , been a crack/meth addict for years . slept 44 of last 48 hours due to suicidal thoughts and not wanting to go back to psych ward . the highlight of my day is listening to you bring sanity to this insane time . thank you Russell !
Love yourself man. Check out RB's12 steps book....but more than anything, if you really want Sanity and healing, ask God with all your heart👍
Love to you I hope you fine what makes you happy 😃 one day, I’m going to pray 🙏 for you.
Jaerock Your life is so important. You need help now, psych ward is better than dead. Phone a helpline or trusted friend. Take care and be kind to your future self.
Sending you love. Even during those moments when we can't see the good, it's still there. It waits for us.
Homeless and jobless......but your phone is still on?
My rock bottom was living alone on the streets in a wheelchair (from losing my right leg because of an infection) shooing up heroin sleeping in a shipping crate. Then i got another infection from a sore from the wheelchair that nearly killed me. So i took that as a sign that i need to fix my shit. So I did. I panhandled enough money over a 4 month period to rent a car and drove to IL where my brother and his wife stay. Within 5 months i got into a handicap accessible apartment and i get my prosthetic this Tuesday.
Damn.
Well done to you - amazing! x
@@realrhodes i have my new prosthetic now i have probably walked 200-250 yards collectively since yesterday afternoon. I love it. Im wearing my leg right now laying in bed just smiling from ear to ear.
Thank you for letting me know Ronny I appreciate that very much- it makes it all so much more real! Keep walking and walking and on up to the top of your mountain whatever that may be for you. Take care.
Hats off to you! 💜 really wonderful
Good luck to everyone currently going through depression/anxiety/psychosis or worse. You can make it out, no matter how deep the abyss seems rn.
Flip it, reverse it, it is not you who is dysfunctional, it is the way you have been programed to negative talk yourself into coping with their reality so they can continue feeding you or off of you what benefits them. Its Grimm and Stolkers. Only pg'd to fantasy so they can gain control of your perception...and now I read echo of ike. Lord have mercy..when the ghost busters AND the mystery van show up at the same gas station, what are the odds? Good grief..I am grateful for Gods Sense of humor...yall getting some angst ruffled.
this comment is entirely true man
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Ive completely lost my mind, feel so alone and scared of the future, done some awful embarrassing things that isn't like me, how to move on? I feel crazy and like it's too late for me 😥😭😭
@@FlabbyAbi The first thing you want to realize is that you're not alone or unique in this at all. And that once you've hit rock bottom there's only one way you can go: Up.
If you feel like you've 'lost your mind', in my experience what that really means is having lost *control* of your mind, so you need to learn to control your thoughts again. Think of a happy memory or future at will every now and then, you can do it. It does take practice. Then consciously start thinking about something productive to do, more and more times throughout the day. And learn to say NO to your thoughts that don't make sense. At first anger helped with dealing with the very stubborn invasive thoughts, you'll see very quickly that actually works quite well and that devil is far weaker than you if you don't feed it. After that humor is the best medicine. That's a big part of how I recollected my mind after dissociation and psychosis.
Really, it's never too late. You're extremely capable of change, even if you don't think that about yourself, that's just a fact.
Being alone is the no. 1 cause of mental illness nowadays I think. I remember the feeling of joy when I first started having meaningful interactions with people again, and that I was capable of it once I trusted myself again to be able to correct whatever mistake I was so afraid of making. Then my whole day would light up if I could make someone laugh in a conversation, that's where my memories started going back to automatically as well, just feeling joyful about simple interactions. I'm convinced this moment is also waiting for you and anybody else in the process of getting back up.
Instead let me warn you about the fact that you're more vulnerable to meeting the wrong people when you're down then you might know, so don't go overboard with any new friendships and be very very slow to trust while you know you're still in this situation. Abusers abuse subconsciously. Accept that you can only fix the loneliness slowly, and mainly by doing the other stuff right first: wake up early every day with a solid breakfast, don't abuse substances, maybe get addicted to gym and physical health, find some people to socialize with there. Be consistent with the small victories, work a good job, etc., then all the right people will start coming along.
And it's OK to feel regret. That's just how we learn better. Painful as it is, better accept it, so then you can do something with it. Going on an apology tour might be the most helpful thing for that and take a lot of pressure off, but idk the situation. Maybe not everybody will accept it but that's ok for now, as long as you did your part you'll be able to move on. If it doesn't work and you still feel guilt 2 months later, reach out again but after that it's really just their issue.
Good luck.
6 days ago I lost a friend that hit rock bottom, i felt helpless to help her, she was at the opposite end of our large continent, alone, on anti depressants in the middle of a hard winter, with a relentless wind blowing from the North Atlantic. She told me & I quote "if no thing comes of this truckers rally for freedom, then i'm done." In her case money was running out, she could not get work with out a vaxx pass,could not meet new people for the same reason. And yes, as you and Fearne are addressing, purpose & connection were non existent. I am so very sad, a boy lost his Mother & the world misses out on a very lovely talented human being expressing further in this plane of existence. And yes its possible that she gained much wisdom on her journey across the country this summer, ending up on this remote island in the middle of winter, with no one but herself & a despair too deep to reckon with. R.I. P. Jennifer Brown. Your art & your son Nick, and the whispers of your heart are your Legacy.
What a tragic story. So sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry to hear that .I am afraid that many people feel similar way right now. It is going on for way too long. Something needs to change really soon. I have lost someone close to suicide 13 years ago and it still feels like it was yesterday. Sending hugs to you
I can hear your sadness. I've lost three family members since covid they went into the hospital without covid but they never came out again they died alone in their old age. And I burn with resentment and hatred! I watch Russ and other people to calm down breathing exercises at night but this resentment is going to last years.
I feel for you and for this friend and her Son. To imagine getting to such a sad and complicated place to feel that leaving this earth is seemingly the only relief. It is heartbreaking. I am sending you comfort and resilience 💔♥️
@@TheHeidibomb thank you for your words and kind heart 💜 it helps me to grieve and I am grateful. In light of so much sadness & loss in the world right now, kindness and connection are a facing grace. Bless you and the others who have expressed their sympathy. For many it is not an easy time, may we stay strong together, this I pray 🙏.
Russell I was at rock bottom but you saved me! I've been sober for 1 year now! ❤❤❤❤😘✌🏼
Congratulations 🎉🎊🎈 sending you ❤️ ☮️ keep going forward, you’ll have more successes, you’ll be surprised!
I just hit my 2+ year mark from active addiction to crack, recovery is a gift that I Almost was certain after a 2 year downward spiral into my rock bottom, you can do this!!!
That’s fantastic! Carry on!
@@stephaniepapaleo521 thank you Stephanie!! And congrats right back to you! I never thought I'd make it a year...look at us, we did it! 😉❣✌🏼❣✌🏼❣
@@leslieclaire thank you! ✌🏼❣
@@thechicantique4567 yes 🙌 l used to be selfish, super negative and hated what I didn’t know! Russell shows us how he keeps it moving for sure!
Russell has true empathy, I can feel it......he's walked the path...
Yes, he's a good bloke, isn't he! 🙏💚
"The crisis that means that this material world will never fulfill you"....That phrase sums it up for me, Russell. But it's not a crisis, it's a blessed realisation.
You’re right mate, last 2 and a half years of my life seem to be culminating into a rock bottom type scenario. Loss of job, loss of my mum, loss of freedom, loss of a heap of good friends due to vaccine indifference. Hopefully onwards and upwards from here.
What doesn't kill you..
To your health n happiness Chris! x
You didn’t lose friends to the vaccine mandates. You lost fake ones
Haven't lost mum and job, but lost the others and feel the same Good luck, we're not alone in this shit!
I can relate.
Peace
I too lost my job (in fairness I hated it anyways) while my mom was dying from cancer and she did die in May of last year and I had to watch it all. I've been hitting constant rock bottoms also for more than 2 years now. Nearly lost my husband to another woman, then we lost our apartment, then covid, then my job, then my mom. My friends also come and go. But the loss of my mom was the worst. She was my best friend and it used to be only me and her (she was a single mom for most of the time she was raising me) and was amazing woman who gave gave gave until all the giving killed her.. I feel blessed that I had all that time with her, that she was at my wedding and was in the delivery room of both my girls. But I miss her awful. I am only 34 and she was only 53 and my little girls will grow up without amazing grandma in their life to give them love and teach them things (or any grandma for that matter as my husband's mom died when he was a kid).
She is lucky in a way though..doesn't have to witness and deal with the current state of the world (we are Russian with Russian, Ukrainian and Polish roots..)
I've been trying to go onwards and upwards, but am so exhausted by this emotional journey and my cptsd doesn't help at all. I feel most of the time broken beyond repair with some sunshine in my mind that doesn't keep me lit long anymore.
yes i'm here life kicked me down once again. the fight nearly gone out of me i'm tired of it..but i hope i can get back from this
I hear you and pray you will overcome!
You only ever need to do the next right thing. Otherwise it’s overwhelming for me too. Keep coming home to presence that’s where we thrive - nowhere else 🙏
I juat decided to go around hill and camp near river
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A month has passed. How are you? I hopw you're well.
2 names I'd like you to search on YT. Joseph Murphy, Neville Goddard. Listen carefully what they have to say.
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This sort of “sharing” makes me feel less alone in my suffering and despair since losing my Son. I too experienced debilitating anxiety because of my grief. Meditation and grounding myself in nature (literally walking barefoot on grass when the anxiety started rising up and noticing the birds, trees, breezes) have been my saving Grace. Thank you for this video. Also, to all of you out there also feeling high jacked mentally….I feel you and want to give you hope that there are more sunny and fulfilling days ahead even carrying heavy burdens. ♥️💙
That's beautiful you got such comfort from nature. There's nothing like it! 🌱
The loss of a child is tragic indeed. But here you are trying to uplift others! God bless you for your wise insights!
Sorry for your loss 💜 Love to you
Thank you
I just want to hug the world and heal together Russ.
I do think, like Fearne said, when you go through such dark times, and are in recovery, it gives you wisdom and insight you never thought you had. You see people, situations, in a completely different way, and become better able to avoid those situations that harm the soul, and you can develop more empathy and want to help others.
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She's great. I definitely resonate with what she's saying a lot. I went through something that broke me, too. The illusion was painful to wake up to at first, but I'm so glad for that now. Sometimes we're shaken to awaken. 💖
you are totally true dude
Love you Russell. You're a light in a dark world.
The feeling of hopelessness is extremely dangerous
Anger is more useful than despair: T800
It CAN be dangerous. Assuming you can't act separate from your emotions, anyway.
If you resist it yes it is.
I'm going through every single thing taht was described here. Trying to get time away from the internet and more just feeling things, talking to people. Being honest and trying to figure out why I hate myself so often.
The internet (at least the social media aspect of it) can really strengthen the ego - the flip side of which is self hatred. I hope you feel less weighed down by yourself soon - I know the feeling.
I don't know where your from but I found getting out into nature was massively helpful, climb a mountain, sit by a lake or watch a waterfall, there's something very profound about reconnecting with nature
Have you ever tried the Wim Hof method.
If you haven’t look him up and try it, I found it very beneficial!
Have compassion towards yourself! Give yourself credit… everything in the modern world is trying to make us do the wrong things all the time! All are addictive (including this) but how much of modern life is for us? It’s too heavy with control and over consuming. You’re feeling hate because you want the change to be kind.
You’re on track with this kind of channel! I hope you find peace within.
Everything you are looking for is generated within you Elias.Right now nothing needs to change for you to come home to presence and peace within. It’s all there underneath a whole lot of thinking about what needs to happen or should have happened in the past. For me too. Follow your wisdom which has brought you here 🙏❤️
Go bike riding
Loved, "the illusion breaks." Reminds me of Gibran's "Pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding, " from The Prophet.
I love how she explains that we are all vaguely sick about it. This disconnect. For me. For I think many women this is a hard thing that hits.
Loved this clip. There’s a very good book I’m reading just now called “The Second Mountain” by David Brooks that dives into much of what’s being talked about here. He calls it the valley (the place where people hit rock bottom) and this is where people end up when the illusion shatters and they suddenly lose interest in their job etc…and it’s also where they start looking for the Second Mountain which is the one that fills their days with meaning and purpose 🌄
I’m going to look for this book. Thanks for sharing!
Me too
Second mountai... ???
I don't count them anymore...
But you know...
God seat on the top of the mountain and look im the valley...
Every time he see the spark in the valley he runs with speed of light and grabs the spark to be with him...
Just show up...
And make noise...
'Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.' - J.K. Rowling. I've always loved this quote because there's a lot of truth to it. Not an easy process (the price of wisdom is indeed despair), but it's ultimately worth it. And maybe that's the story of humanity, always looking for its bottom in order to grow stronger from it.
Powerful comment, I got goose pumps reading it.
Beautifully said ♥️
Such a relief to know other people are in search of the deeper knowledge of being....
Russell, I've been considering my death a lot lately. Been on 30 MG of Lexapro and I'm a recovering heroin addict with almost 6 years of sobriety from opiates. Working mandatory 60 hours at electric vehicle start up. I guess I finally snapped. Started a new medication today and I've felt better since lowering the Lexapro to be honest. Appreciate your channel and for bringing us the nitty gritty truth behind the constant barrage of narratives thrown our way by the mainstream asshats we call THE NEWS these days. If it weren't for certain podcasts and outlets, I really feel I'd be worse off for it. Abused some Xanax and coke over the last two weeks and the shame involved with use now. Only weed and the occasional psychedelic for me seems best. Hoping I can get my shit together ❤🙏
You can do it. Keep it simple. Next right thing. Today is a new day for us all. 🙏☀️
@@katherinechidiac1057 thanks Katherine for the encouraging words!
Most of our lives, no matter what is our individual battle is, is 3 steps forward and 2 steps back. Fall, get up, fall again.... Just keep getting up! Sending good vibes and blessings your way. One day you'll realize you didnt have a setback that day. Hold on to that and keep moving.
Why do you keep relying on substances?
Is your comment a parody?
As a previous person wrote, always keep getting up, and try not to get weighted down with shame - as that makes getting back up harder. I know, easier said than done. My poison is alcohol. It's cheap and legal and many a time should have killed me. At 53, it's been problematic for almost 15yrs. I've had various traumas esp in the past 9-10 years. Two periods of abstinence both 10mths, once during my only pregnancy at 45, the other 4 years later. But I've been to my rock bottom like a bouncey ball so many times. It's had such a negative effect on my life and as someone else asked: why do [I] rely on substances. The question should be what benefit do they bring you. Because that's the 'why' that many of us end up with substance abuse. We do NOT do it because we like feeling like shit, losing jobs, being cut off by friends and family, getting DUIs out heaven forbid other criminal convictions, feeling so poor of control we cannot stand ourselves or living. No-one wants to feel like that. It's a much bigger, deeper conundrum than that. Of course, I gather drugs like heroine are incredibly different, the physical/chemical addiction it creates, for want of a better way to put it. You are doing marvelously, don't beat yourself up. Plenty of others will bloody do it for us. I am very lucky in that I have a delightful almost 8yo son that I mustn't give up for. He lives with his father, so I try. I try to hold on to my job, I try to not become homeless, I try to believe in myself even though almost no-one else does. They just see Ang, that person with a problem she'll never conquer. It's like people want to see you fail. Often, that is what they want to see, sadly. I learned that of my mother and various others. You keep tuning into Russell, know you are never alone, and be kind to yourself.
You're wonderful, Mr. Brand. You give hope to the hopeless and I truly appreciate your work. Thank you.
Yes, I agree. The price of wisdom is despair... You have to let in the "Whole" experience of multidimensional aliveness. The Heart of it All...
Sir. What a Beautiful Soul✨ Thank You for sharing this clip. To Witness a Conversation that looks at Life with a gentle, open heart further connects Us as a Human Family. To simply learn to listen helps Us identify the suffering in Others as well as Ourselves 💛 Peace and Love from Texas
Ive always heard "religion is for those who are afraid to go to hell, true spirituality is for those who have already been there" As odd as it may seem, had I not spent along time on rock bottom myself I don't think I would've ever found my self on a spiritual path of awakening. Even the worst days of my life now are a dream of the nightmare that my life used to be. Near death experiences and flirting with death everyday because of my substance abuse have given me a new appreciation for life. I don't get caught up in the fear mongering, I haven't been indoctrinated by the education system. I always question authority because I know how easy it is to abuse that which gives a person instant gratification and power and authority are probably more addictive than any substance I've ever tried. I now get my own gratification by learning new things and learning meditative practices and I currently refuse to support the corrupt institutions that are doing everything they can to control our thoughts and actions. I seek the fundamental truth of our addiction and the way we are manipulated and sharing these truths with everyone who will listen. Because truth is a rare thing and only comes from people with no agenda except betting myself and humanity as a whole.
There is some powerful truth you have shared Trevor. To seek the fundamental truth of our addiction(s) and look deeply at all the ways we are manipulated (whether intentionally or not) enables us to begin to discern our own path to freedom and sovereignty.
Addiction, ritual and habit are rolled into one many a time in our lives, conditioning and social influences also play a part. The trick is to replace addictions with rituals that are beneficial, ie since I gave up alcohol 7 years ago, instead of cracking open a can of beer or 5 for the evening I take time to filter and pour my drinking water into a special glass bottle. As I am pouring I am thinking how much it is going to help me digest my food and help me rest better.
Very well articulated. Said a ton in just a few paragraphs.
@@carlbruhn1772 thanks, I like to hear myself type once in a while.
True, that conversation really hit me this morning. I literally had tears in my eyes. But I feel I have been awakening in the last 3 years. Thanks Russell
Same it's a trip
Your recovery is a beacon of life to all people that walk on this earth. Thanks for doing such great work.
This is a bloody fantastic conversation and really resonates me. Fern, you’re spot on. It’s not a side dish and Russell, I regularly rewatch your conversation with Eckhart Tolle. Much love and peace from Yorkshire ❤️
Yes, alot of what she had to say hit home with me.
Lovely meaningful words from you both Russ and Fearne 🙏🏻 “Spirit and Spirituality means breath and the art of breathing and nothing else. And all priests know that. Spirit and Spirituality is breath, the art of breath, learning to breathe to prepare yourselves to receive the electrical charges from the Akashic records that exist in nature that connects you to the higher mind, which is religion”. Taj Tarik Bey.
“The price of wisdom and integrity is despair”… so very true… the pearl of great price!
Not wisdom, just integrity. Your acclaimed wisdom consumes integrity.
I had a few rock bottoms, the last one was a game changer for me, 27 months sobriety now …. Enjoyed listening to you two, super chat x
We really need more actors and just human beings like Russell God bless you brother from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 🙏
My wife left me last month without warning, my first depression. It’s the worse thing I’ve experienced. Thanks Russell for speaking the truth, when we are surrounded by lies.
Sorry to hear this Josh, understand that there are many of us in a similar situation, including me☺️
Take your time, step by step, breath by breath. There is no rush to do anything. Above all be kind to yourself, there is no need to keep replaying failed scenarios constantly in your mind, this will only prolong your suffering. You have already suffered enough. Perhaps you are also feeling grief, don't hang on to it for too long, sometimes we hang on to it because it's the only thing we feel we have left. But it too can be destructive for us, work through it and see it for what it really is. Now that you have felt depression, explore it, welcome it like a friend and don't struggle against it, you will find it gets easier. Look after yourself, workout, go for walks, eat well, maintain hygiene, learn mindfulness.
The temptation to become attached to another female may also be really strong. Be very careful here, you may be setting yourself and another, up for a fall, no rush here mate.
Try not to abuse any substance too much, it really doesn't help at all,.
Remember it's perfectly fine to have a bad day or days, don't beat yourself up over them. We are always here, if you need to, just reach out, we are all brothers and sisters here, some of us with good expertise willing to help, guide and put an arm around each other. Look after yourself 🙏🙏❤️
@@Mugairyuiai thank you, every word you say is true going still going through the grieving process , I feel so desperate to get back with someone, emotions changing every 2 minutes.
I’ll try and welcome my depression, and feel it, accept it,eventually control it. thank you dearly for your words, it gives me a small piece of hope
@@joshsmith9699 You're welcome Josh. Reach out anytime you feel you need to. Step by step, breath by breath buddy. Look after yourself 🙏❤️
Hit rock bottom in 2011. Spent every morning planing my exit as a coping mechanism to get through each day. I knew I had become addicted to negativity in a big way. From that awareness, I woke one morning & said enough is enough of the suffering. I decided to search for wellness. I felt if I could almost destroy myself with negativity & become an expert in hitting rock bottom, then I was equipt with the tools to shift the energy & become my own expert in the opposite. I studied the mind, studied affirmations, decided to meditate far more than I was already & search for my well being rather than searching for a way out. I chose life & from that point forward, it all began to change.
This is essentially what is happening on a global scale until we reach a tipping point which forces us to make a permanent decision; do we want to surrender to the true beauty of life or do we want to live in a state of egoic resistance with it?
Exactly. The macro is mirroring the interior resistance individually, collectively - the source of all suffering.
@@adamgorelick3714 That sounds utterly insane. What the hell does an ego have to do with "the beauty of life?"
Never in a million years did I think my favorite character from Forgetting Sarah Marshall would become my morning wake up voice. I enjoy this channel so much and I’m thankful it brings people together during such a weird and dark time.
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Always felt that Fearne was a down to earth kind of girl, who found fame as a natural presenter. Sadly with fame comes pressure and sometimes self destruction as many find out, but glad Fearne has climbed from the low point and found her spiritual self guidance. Those lows usually make us stronger.
I used to feel pain, I turned off the news and disconnected from materialism and boom I felt better.
Yes sir. Lots of internal and external suffering. Within and without. Feel every bit of it…
Getting your body in shape and healthy especially the stomach makes a great difference to the mind .. poising your body will poison the mind .. this helped me so much 🥰
Absolutely brilliant how the pursuit of wisdom was framed. I've always told others it isn't the information itself that bothers me, it is the real world implications which is the issue. We need to come to terms with and find solutions for what often overcomes the many, the despair in pursuing knowledge regardless of where it leads us.
Loved the interview with Fern 💗
Love the fact when she said" spirituality"
is simply" Life" but for so so long people have had this misconception of it being something whoowoo and "out there" somewhere and not connected to them when actually it connects everything and everyone and IS everything there is..🙏
I love how I have just randomly watched my third episode from your awakening channel and felt like you were directly speaking to me! She is a strong woman alright 😁
Buddhism talks about that despair as being the thing that is so marvellous and precious about our human rebirths. That our suffering, that the despair gives us the fuel to break free, to seek liberation, to actively pursue the spiritual path.
I’m actually reading Fearne’s book at the moment. A great place to begin your spiritual journey if you’re looking for more, but don’t know where to start.
Battled addiction for almost 16 years.
It will bring you to your knees before you ever get sober enough to see what's happening.
I wish I had just listened to the D.A.R.E booklets and elementary school campaigns to "just say no".
D.A.R.E is nonsense. If anything it just makes kids wanna do drugs more when they realize half of it is pure b.s and scare tactics. Drugs aren't the problem, plenty of people do drugs without developing addictions to them.
When I feeling low I reach to my faith and spiritual meditated to reach my highest self and faith in God never fail me. Blessings and be at peace ➕
Never be afraid to take a helping hand. I locked myself away for years with addiction and mental health, being put on a register for treatment and suicide watch. Feeling so low I saw no way out other than remembering what my mum had told me as a kid. NEVER GIVE UP!
I was able to put on a mask but I was only lying to myself through out my down times. It was only when I was honest with myself that I could be as bluntly truthful with everyone else that I started moving forward.
As soon as I felt free from some self imposed guilt about nothing in particular I was open to accepting help. I wasn't afraid to ask anymore and even though I still have some dark days now and again, I'm able to function better.
For anyone who's going or been through the same. Stay safe, keep well and put one foot in front of the other.
NEVER BE AFRAID TO ASK!
As a Harry Potter fan I have realised that spirituality = magic!!
We are all Harry Potter!
This whole realm is magical!!
If you can see it you can be it!
Keep on keeping on x
Fearne is a gem! I remember the first time I saw her when she introduced the new Top of the Pops on UK TV - way before I got on this path, she was very young but I felt instantly that she is someone 'real' so-to-speak. I've got time for Fearne 🙂
I feel like I know a lot and see what others don't. It seems like a burden and I'm trapped. But the more I find others that share the same opinions or that can relate I find myself not delusional or mental like others claim that I am. I love you and your channel. The spiritual vibe is just right. 👑🌹
I 100% feel you man. My advice would be to just keep more to yourself. Some people just CAN NOT see what we see. They haven’t yet broken loose of their ‘illusion’ yet, just like the woman in this video explains.
I experience the very same that you do with people around me and instead of hopelessly trying to explain and convince, i now just dont go deep in discussion and keep to myself. I know its hard, but its what’s best for YOU.
I feel the exact same way. Glad I’m not alone
@@flowerpower1577 awe ☺️ thank you for commenting. I still feel this way but it’s getting better. I hope the world can wake from this curse that we are in. May God be with you. ❤️👑🌎✝️🛐
“The price of wisdom is despair” So true. Another great and. contemplative upload from RB. ❤️
This conversation resonated to what I’ve recently become aware to. It helped me to understand the journey that is necessary for me to return to my true self.
Yes she is so speaking my language!
love this conversation. felt it deeply. love to everyone out there.
Yes Russell! This is so important! We were/ are created to live in and live out love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control with each other. We have been blessed and are to be a blessing.
I hit the rock bottom last week, as I do time to time. It's really dark but it can also produce a rubber band effect. As I went to speak with a psychologist, I did the work, not he, and "the spell" was gone. I read Johann Hari's grate book "lost connections" and it was a catharsis experience for me. He's also on Russells podcast btw.
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A beautiful exchange, thank you. So simple, yet moving and truthful. Thank you both.
Thanks Russell for Scarborough..it was amazing,funny and spiritual.love you.xx❣️
I’m a widow living alone. I’ve hit rock bottom.
Big hugs Pamela - living alone is tough, I know. It can be lonely being with people you have no connection with too. Sad times indeed. Spring is coming here and that gives me hope for brighter days ahead. Take care x
I know how rock bottom feels. Prayer helped me tremendously.🙌💕 I prayed a WHOLE LOT.
I appreciate the videos and content you put out Russel. We need more entertainers that use their following to stimulate meaningful discussion about major topics before the veil that is pulled over society's eyes by government censorship and mainstream media completely distorts the reality of what is truly going on in our world. Keep up the great work
I wrote that quote down immediately… very profound and something I appreciate hearing right at this moment in life. Everything your guest had to say about what follows hitting rock bottom is exactly what I’m going through now… the illusion of who I thought I was, coping mechanisms that only compounded the lack of clarity etc. This place is unfamiliar and somewhat lonely but it feels as though this is the right path. Thank you for sharing your own experience with this as well.
"The price of wisdom is despair."
Never have truer words been spoken, than that statement in context to myself.
I can teach you all sorts of things that will help you create a possibly better worldly experience for yourself, however I still have the PTSD of having learnt those lessons. :)
Growth of oneself is a continuous process. Challenges arise, you go deeper. I’ve always had this deeper and expansive side of me. Sometimes it flows and grows. Sometimes there have been times I’m not in connection with myself and flowing through it, good and bad. It’s a flow, an energetic flow that flows from us and all around us. I even notice people who walk towards me on the street a random stranger the universe pulled to me to make me notice something about myself. It’s a beautiful world 🌎
Beautiful input! Really inspiring and relatable:)
My rock bottom was when my son died 15 months ago. Before then I knew life was more than the ‘surface level’ but when that happened there is no surface or no bottom, you go beyond the bottom of whatever you thought possible before. But then you can come back up. It’s hard. And everyday stuff like strawberries in plastic do spike you, sometimes they are what’s on your mind for a week. To stop the internal pain. So much going on in this world but there is a spiritual element. When I was young I loved looking a ‘witchcraft’ but all that is is a return to nature. A return to source of energy and …light,hope, joy… with the flip side of course. I think we are doing ok to to be here and if you are here and struggling you are doing super OK and in whatever way, we all got you. Like you got me. X x
Please consider doing a video addressing The Pluto Return and the incredible message of the stars in this pivotal time in the world's history. Fascinating and hopeful information for the emergent energies hoped for by Russell, and so many others who are awakening. 🕊 Thank you Russell. 🙏
I live in Melbourne, the most locked down city in the world. I was by myself for months, on a diet of tv and junk food. I was in a very dark place. Then I decided to take care of myself. I now meditate everyday. When walking for exercise use mantra "I love myself, I accept myself ". My soul still aches but I feel that I am on the right road. I now need to find something meaningful to do.
Great podcast 👏 .... for me personally believing in God ( how ever that is for others) helps so much. Yes this world has so much pain attached but I see it as one massive education there is lessons in everything and by our end of this life we're take this knowledge and by then being kind caring and loving is all that's left. Our ego would have been broken down by then.
I hit a rock bottom with my health in this last month. Went from vibrant and thriving to bedridden for a month with an autoimmune flare up that had my body starving lost 25-30 pounds of all muscle I had now walking for 5 minutes makes me shake. I spent 6 days in the hospital first time in my life last week. The worst experience of my life. Now my only choice is to have to fight back from this bottom and rebuild my entire body. It’s daunting as fuck. It will take so much work to get back but it’s my only choice. When I wallow in the pain I endured and only think about myself the way seems longer and longer. I can’t let myself be self centered. My recovery is essential for my entire family. Thank you for posting encouraging videos. -Katie
Yep. Hit a few rock bottoms. Once I thought God couldn’t even save me. Yet…..here I am. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again.
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN BECOMING WELL…….forgive yourself, embrace the lessons, don’t repeat it, and go forward.
I am suffering hit rock bottom lying here trapped in such despair thankgod for this …… for you both 🙏💜🇦🇺
Hi Russell, just wondering if you’d consider having your Druid friend on for a podcast? I really resonated with knowledge/despair concept and would love to learn more. Thanks for your time
I've heard similar before with the wisdom linked to despair. It's definitely something that resonates with me. The more you know the harder it gets to ignore the things wrong in the world and to face how many people prefer to stay ignorant. It's easier. "Ignorance is bliss".
Great topic for the current climate
As a recovering addict of 14yrs I know rock bottom. Luckily I hit mine and found a way to climb out, with many helping hands. By the grace of God I've remained clean and sober and done lots of work to not have to go back. Who knows if I'd even get to a rock bottom again, may just be death. I'm to excited to live to find out. Thank you both.
I think, like many of us, I was born into "Rock Bottom." Even so, very strangely, I always managed to veer away from the totally life-ending kinda things. Although so many times, teetering right there at that edge. But fast-forward to about a decade ago, to the year of all Rock Bottoms. No addictions; the fuel for most of my hell was trauma-rooted (and worsened by mainstream quack meds/ignorance) health issues. But this one year was so my "Frodo" year. One horror after another, almost from beginning to end. I'd already been a breath away from landing literally on the street many times before this year. A traumatic "event" early in that year, a true "miracle" happened (actually one after another) that kept be housed. But then it did happen. I had always been inconceivable to me. I was the "good girl," always followed all the rules... But there I was, literally sitting on a street, on my one bag I'd quickly packed (amazingly got the rest of my stuff in storage). In a city I didn't know, had only been there a few months. No car, no job, very little money, no family, no one to call... Other details that I will omit. But I sat there stunned, tears streaming down my face. No answers, no remedy. Then I felt intuitively spurred to call the one person that might help. Someone I barely knew, a stranger for the most part and with whom I'd had a conflict a few months before. He normally would have been at work, but not this unusual day. He drove 45mins to pick me up, and back to his small town and left me at a motel (I paid, he gave me no money). The next few weeks was a Frodo ride of survival and "miracles" until I landed in a reasonably secure place. I didn't "pray" during any of that time. But I did ask "Life" or the "Universe" for guidance (something I'd done for yrs), which I know is ultimately my "higher self." My memory is most vividly on the 2hrs I sat there on the street, and so grateful that it was no longer than that. That "guidance" thing told me it was all to make me stronger (and it sure as hell did), and that I'd always been very protected (had experienced many phenomenal miracles before that day). I remember after the guy said he was on his way (and that it would be a couple of hours), I felt such tremendous relief. And as I sat there (still on the street), I realized what a beautiful fall day it was, perfect temperature. It could have been bitterly cold or horribly hot, or rainy, snowy... But no, it was a gorgeous day... That very much wasn't my last Rock Bottom day, but it definitely gave me strength (and the "magic" that is real "faith," trust in one's own inner wisdom) toward the ones to come.
Honest chats Russell , keep it up!!! Vancouver Island, Canada loves you !
Thanks for watching ❤
Lost something important, had me down for a year, funny thinking back to when I was a kid and didn’t even know what depression was 😆
Loved hearing Fearne. Brilliant. Thank you. Refreshing down to earth seeing through the bs.
I lost two people really close to me, I thought I couldn't on. Level after level of anxiety took hold , it continued for 3 years. Then one day things changed. I started to see the beauty again, the beauty in little things , because its the little things that carry you, that enable you to take each day, each day to heal and find truth, you're own truth. ❤🙏
So true. After my Dad passed away 7 months ago I cut off from social media almost 100% for a long while and started sitting on my garden bench every morning for at least 20 minutes. Just the sunshine, the bird noise and watched the sky or the plants. No mind made thoughts all the time. It’s now a regular habit that brings me so much inner peace xx 💜
I feel like I never properly fit this human coat I'm wearing, and I will never truly feel comfortable untill I get my wings back . In the meantime I'm trying to connect to this earth and all the beauty here, and do no harm to myself or anyone else untill it's time to fly again . Almost 5 years sober . Wonderful work Russell xx
Silence is more powerful than proving a point.
Much Love from a Law Of Attraction UA-camr 💜
"to know wisdom you have to understand and accept despair"
if true, it would explain a lot.
Your first couple of words were "Elsewhere in the book", and that was all I needed to know. Wouldn't it be just brilliant if a person that has gone through certain experiences, DIDN'T write a book, but just shared those experiences verbally to a wider audience? Then again, it would go right against their goal of making a few quid eh?
Yep in it processing it. All is temporary to evolving
Society tends to equate worth with work. Doubtless, this was a carefully crafted message to obtain more of us to generate profits for the overlords. Look at the messages we see & hear most; beauty is revered over wisdom, compliance is rewarded over resistance, blind devotion is lauded over inquisitive questioning. The reset we need isn't coming from Klause y'all, it's within us!
Love ❤️
Well said and right on target.
That's laughable. Can you control your neighbors? If not, good luck stopping them.
Wonderful calm clarity from Fern - please keep in touch with her - a great compliment to you and vice versa.
The past five years have been fighting to keep sane. I'm at a point where I can dance celebrate with everyone and still want to commit suicide. I have to have a reason not to. It's a rope I will let go any time. No one can help because no one understands. It's like I dead a long time ago, and the body is just roaming around..
Please don’t get to the end of your life with suicide, my son did just that a couple of months ago. I’m now a living dead mother. He was ill for about 5 years, and I cared for him. Please keep trying, accept love and help from those who care. every one of us has something special inside us even when it feels like inside we are dead. There’s no second chance after the final act. Sending you hope x
i have hit rock bottom more than people ride in an elevator ! Russell. i was diagnosed with crohns disease when i was 9 years old and with it comes depresion . i am 36 now ! and have had 4 operations . and with all that i woke up when i was 11 years back then everyone thought i was crazy !! now to see everyone waking up! and i feel blessed to see it . i am on facebook sharing your podcast in my groups and in public i hope that's ok with you Russel ? I AM CONSTANTLY FIGHTING MY MIND EVERYDAY ! no medication works for me .
Remember King Solomon asked for Wisdom. But, once he received it... Sadness and Depression followed. Careful what you wish for when you pray for Discernment. Great knowledge requires great responsibility.
That's because Solomon had no idea what he was signing up for.
Russell I've been following your journey and I love your take on the twelve steps. I am 4.5 months sober from alcohol and about to stop smoking. I couldn't be happier.
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At rock bottom, you suddenly stop caring about the opinions and approval of others. Which then becomes your superpower, especially when pursuing unlikely goals. It is often how great things finally get done.
I do hope you're ready for the consequences that come with that...
Every single truth is immediate. Just patience held without exception. Foreva eternities One word combined. Thanks for the straw and needlepoint
Humans are like emotional antennae and we can all seem to feel the collective emotions of all others. It sorta sucks but its cool that its happening
It seems to me like you have some very porous boundaries. That's unhealthy.
I was lost lonely no job after 26 years because of the jab and lost friends. Then started going to rallies with like minded people, found a small beautiful little church and now I just love life, I feel like I belong now because of my new community. Community is the key to happiness as you don’t have to pretend to be somebody else. I think we go through life pretending to be somebody else,so we fit into a group of people who don’t really care about us. Just look at young people now who they hang around with just to fit in it’s so sad, hopefully these people will find that own little community who love them for just being them.