One thing to DO if you have anxiety: DRINK WATER! I found out by accident that drinking water when you feel anxious can help lessen that anxiety. Apparently, dehydration can cause anxiety or make symptoms worse.
It doesn't seem to work for me, but I drink a lot of water in general anyway. I rarely drink soda, I drink tea and/or coffee about 2-3 times per week. Like maybe every other day or every other other day. As for alcohol, it is probably less than monthly. I drank in New Year's at a party, but before that, it was one mixed drink in a hot tub, maybe a month prior and half a beer back in July or August. Anything with carbonation, too much sugar, or alcohol irritates my stomach, and I think water tastes good.
Also, different things work for different people. Usually, some type of sensory related distraction of some sort works for most people. Cold water might work best for you. Some people, it is taste, touching something, smelling something strong, or looking at stuff. Rubbing or tapping near my temples seems to help, but probably looks weird in public and isn't easy to do when driving, but at home, it helps. So does crochet for me, but once again, easier to do at home.
I'd add do not drink high caffeine beverages (like coffee or diet coke), that's like throwing gasoline on a fire. Green tea is much better, lower caffeine and has a calming effect. Also, mindfulness meditation in the book 30 Days to Reduce Stress by Harper Daniels was a big help for me.
This! I was suffering form a lot of anxiety and mind you I barely drink any coffee at all, I have little tolerance to it. What it was doing was increasing my anxiety so much more. Now I only have match with a very small portion of caffeine and I feel 💯 better, better focus, energy and I don’t feel jittery. I don’t even take pre workout before the gym.
not leaving is so important. it’s like exposure therapy, in a way. a few months ago i went through a car wash by myself for the first time and was freaking out the entire time and cried after, but because i now have the experience, it is something that will get easier every time i do it. little steps.
Yep. Sometimes, for some weird reason, I have anxiety attacks in Wal-Mart. It doesn't always happen. It is less likely if I bring another person and don't stay in there super long, but when it does happen, I just try looking around, reminding myself that there is no real hazard, that it is just my body overreacting to a perceived threat that doesn't exist, and will likely subside once I make it back into my car to sit in there and calm back down. But I don't stop shopping or leave because if I do, the next time I go in there, it is more likely to occur and probably even sooner than the last time. For the most part, it is only Wal-Mart, but once or twice, it has occurred in another store. It doesn't seem to matter which Wal-Mart, just as long as I've been in that particular Wal-Mart multiple times in the past. I'm guessing it is related to some underlying childhood trauma associated with my mom and her boyfriend stealing from Wal-Mart all the time so they could return stuff they stole for money. On more than one occasion, they also got chased by security and the police. I hated watching them do it, but I was also a child. They stole from other stores too, but that one was one of their more common places. They also did it at Lowes, but that place doesn't seem to have the same effect.
Yup. That’s what I told myself when I got stuck in an elevator. I’m claustrophobic and have C-PTSD from a house fire. What did building maintenance do? They set off the fire alarm in the hopes that the elevator would reset and go down to the basement level. So of course I thought there was a building fire and that I’d die of asphyxiation in an elevator! And the little telephone in the elevator you can cry into when you get stuck? It was manned by someone who couldn’t speak English…. So yeah, exposure to your fears is gonna make everything all right…NOT!
@@Ann-dh2cx i think that’s an experience where your reaction wasn’t irrational, though. if i had been stuck in an elevator and the fire alarm went off and had no way of knowing it wasn’t just a drill. i would have also freaked out and assumed i would die from the fire. my comment was in relation to more controlled environments. so for example, if you had claustrophobia and went onto an elevator with a lot of people and then safely got off, that’s good exposure therapy. if you are aware you get anxious in enclosed spaces and instead choose to completely remove the possibility of you ever being in situations where you will be “trapped”, your anxiety may get worse. for me, i have arachnophobia and grew up in an old house where spiders frequently found their way in (we probably also had a small infestation in the ceiling or something). i was able to get over the worst of my fears for a period of time because i confronted a type of spider i am very scared of and successfully killed it (not at a point where i can comfortably coexist with them so killing them with minimal fear is a big step for me.) when my family moved out and i left for university, i found that my arachnophobia got even worse because i wasn’t constantly confronted with spiders due to newer living areas and living above ground level. where i currently live, it is again an old house and spiders frequently find their way in especially in warmer weather, so i am having to deal with my arachnophobia head on again and it’s not as bad as it was when i first moved in. your scenario is very different from that. you freaked out not just because of ptsd, but because you were literally in a scenario that seemed to be very unsafe, so your reaction was justified. also i think some anxieties such as house fires are not things you should get exposure therapy for lol, those are things where it is completely reasonable to freak out. that is a life or death situation generally. just being in a random elevator, or just being by a common house spider, are generally not life or death situations, and those are the scenarios i was referring to where exposure therapy would be beneficial. hope that makes sense. also sorry you had to go through that, it must have been very hard and scary to experience.
There's a reason why exposure therapy is conducted under professional guidance 👍 It is more than possible to further traumatize yourself if you try to DIY it
Systematic desensitization/exposure is much better than flooding, which can actually deepen the fear. If its just too much to handle, get out of there! Just be sure and come up with a game plan of slower exposure methods that you will follow through on.👍
Vacate social media or significantly reduce it to the point where 1. it doesnt control you 2. you still get things you want/need to get done 3. you feel less anxious, depressed & truly contentful
By. And congratulations. That is no mean feat. You survived, you reconginsed, and you got out. And none of those things are easy. Well done. Very well done.
I've read that staying off of social media can also help. And walking also helps. Best of wishes anxiety sufferers. You are not alone there's many of us.
Key note: if you have sensory and information processing issues due to autism or ADHD, not leaving the situation can lead to pain, burnout, meltdown or shutdown. If the anxiety is caused by a fear of social situations for example, then leaving the situation will do more harm than good because you won't be facing your fear to overcome it. So it highly depends on the source of anxiety and the situation at hand that will determine whether you should leave or not. Knowledge is power 🙏🏻💕
Agreed, this is me…but I’m learning to control the sensory issues. It’s hard at 63 and unfortunately one of my kids has the same thing. What an interesting world we live in.
@@heidijobrownarimes1397 I'm glad to hear you are able to deal with your sensory issues better now 🙏🏻 how are you learning to control your sensory issues? I'm very interested to know 💕
@@Space_Princess I meditate/pray 2-3/day, if I feel myself spirally out, I practice mindful breathing and remove myself from the situation if possible. I have experienced serious pain (broken neck, back, finger, foot, children, sexual abuse, rape, , horrendous mental and psychological challenges most of my life so I have had no choice but to endure and eventually thrive. I have very loving friends and am spiritually in tune!! I spend a serious amount of time alone or in quiet environments. Unfortunately tinnitus is my new friend, but I’m dealing with that as well. I’m ADHD/high functioning A (lol!!) and it’s ok. I’m worn out, tired and have experienced all you have cautioned about , but have achieved a sense of peace and contentment with my 63 years of hardship. What doesn’t kill you does make you stronger…eventually. Love the “Space Princess” I’m going for Goddess myself😂
I agree. I have only just realised that I must not immediately leave in a heightened state but first assess myself and then make a choice that feels right to me.
@@heidijobrownarimes1397 I hate that saying. It would be better if it said, SOMETIMES,of SOME things don't kill SOME people it makes them stronger. I thought I could take anything, so I braved certain situations and eventually they broke me. I was fine before-- stronge, brave,energetic, able, willing and eager for all kinds of adventures. I believed all the challenges I accepted would make me stronger, Instead, they temporarily broke me, and although I overcame them enough to survive and continue to find a measure of contentment in my situations (sometimes), and to see the beauty of the world (sometimes), I am a fractions of the person I was before. What didn't kill me (because I was strong enough to keep going through it all-- a strength I had all along) made me weaker...as well as more fearful, less able to navigae in the world (literally--I get lost all the ime, and am afraid to go places), less outgoing, less happy, negative where before I was positive (it takes a huge part of my daily energy just to fend off/dispute the negativity), less energetic...less of most of the good/useful/helpful/constructive things about myself and a host of new, , obstacle-creating, draining, negative things. And this is still the case after years of working to improve/recover/rise above.
I have horrible anxiety because I have stage 4 liver cirrhosis and possible liver cancer. Breathing exercises do help tremendously and taking a walk is my go to.
That’s not always the best advice. I have had severe issues because of childhood trauma and my terror would last sometimes 10-16 hours. Getting to a safe quiet place was the wiser choice. I’m almost totally recovered now but that’s taken 12 years of hard work.
Thank you for your comment. I have childhood trauma and ptsd due to abuse from an ex-husband. I blackout when triggered if I don't leave the situation.
@@fjordpitsky4486 no everyone doesn’t assume that Teenagers maybe but most adults realize the difference If someone tells me theyre having mental health issues I believe them
Also, practice living in the “wise mind” mode - living in the now, not the past or the future. Reminding yourself to hone in on the moment you’re currently in. Find a micro-positive in that specific moment and breath.
Lsd genuinely helped my anxiety. Didnt nwws to keep doing it bwcaiaw i developed ways to deal with anxiety while tripping and it works while sober too. So lomg aa you have comfidence in yourseld youll be able to deal with anxiety and stress much better than before. Stay hydrated and exercise well and i promise itll always get better
I have severe anxiety Hv 2 Push myself to go out and drive. 😢 Sometimes I can't but I have to go out🎉 At the grocery store I wear glasses and keep a mask on just to cover my mouth. Then I realize Everyone in the store is wearing masks & just shopping , and not looking at me. thinking about what I need 😊 I talk to some people every time I'm there. Don't think about it, just go ❤
“Do not be anxious over anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers”
My mom would encourage me to skip school when I was stressed or overwhelmed. This created so much anxiety to come back to school after you stayed home for a day or even two weeks.
As someone who suffered from clinically diagnosed, full-blown anxiety, I disagree on the "stay in the situation" point. Running off can be better at times. You can always come back. Worked for me! I have been back to a normal life for years now thanks to not forcing myself to do more than I can at this moment.
@@feverdream__9 I believe every person has to find their own way. It also depends on WHY someone has panic attacks. Dr. Lam's breathing technique was a life saver for me personally. Also, cutting out most grains, dairy and lowering my sugar intake. I could go on but overall I think it's worth improving life in all areas.
If I get hit with anxiety in a store or public place, I can't leave because I can't make a decision or commit to an act. I cant remember why I am there or what I was doing there.
That's because you've gone into primal mode or what they call lizard brain. Your frontal cortex shuts down which is why you feel like you can't make a decision. When it happens to me my mind goes totally blank and I cannot add 1 and 1 together. It is a trauma response
I would suggest an update on psilocybin. #1 - not addictive. #2 - More and more studies done show correlation between psilocybin and neuroplasticity. It starts to be used in addiction, major depression, PTSD treatment. I respect the good doctor, this piece of information is not sustained.
I struggled with weed dependency for years due to anxiety. Didn’t help my girlfriend at the time and most all of my best friends were heavy smokers, but eventually I found it just did not work for me. Rather than alleviating anxiety and allowing me to focus on task without the constant feeling of impending doom, judgement from others, hopelessness, etc it made me content to avoid reality as much as possible
I'm dealing with anxiety and my bf has been smoking it for years. Now I'm struggling to explain him why I feel anxious around it and deciding to leave. I kind of feel like fighting with impossible.😢 Edit: I've been smoking irregularly for last 4 years and it just worsen my mental health overall. I've decided to stop smoking and to go on healthy path.
mushrooms helped me get over anxiety for a time. I wasnt like addicted I just tried them like once a year to reset. I fail to see how mushrooms would be habit forming.
Most people never take it more than once a year. Because of how intense it is. It's not like weed or other drugs. It's more introspective and teaches people to have more control over their own lives. And the more you take the less and less it works.
Totally agree with the first part. If I decide to leave a transport or a shop or smthg, suddenly everything becomes overwhelming, it's like I let the anxiety take over and I start panicking and I don't know where to go, what to do. Instead, trying to calm down and breathing as possible, staying where I am works usually best.
Build tolerance- learn coping skills- prove your fear and anxiety wrong. YOU CAN DO IT!! You’ll feel so strong and powerful- maybe not right away- but eventually you will. ❤
Thank you I needed to hear this. I just quit smoking weed on Friday after my heart started racing I got a migraine then threw up. That's when I knew it was time.
I developed anxiety at 4-5 years old but then at the age of 9 I found my first true best friend and she helped my anxiety a lot and now I’m comfortable talking to new people, I do suffer with anxiety still but it’s not that serious anymore! I am so grateful that I meant someone like my best friend!!
@@mihirjoshi8934I actually distinctly remember having random bouts of being scared of nothing to the point where I'd ask mom for something to calm me down...at 3-4 years old. I'm not sure what it was, but it happened. Granted, I was only given some herbs in the cases when nothing else worked but I believe it can happen
I had my first panic attack @ 11. I was store with my mom and sisters in 1975 and out of nowhere I had this outer body experience and started screaming I’m dying running around freaking out. Our dad (who had passed away when I was 4) had the same problem with his life, sadly he passed away @40 from Cancer however he was cured from his fears. My life has been a rollercoaster since my first attack. I’m now 60 I had a few good semi normal years but have never ever felt “normal “ since “75. I can cope with heart palpitations, sweats etc it’s the outer body s***t that still scares the hell out of me. Thanks for reading my rant.❤
had to take weed for a few days to stop murderous intent and suicide last weekend. it is too intense to go through by myself. had to block out the emotions from all the brain damage, c-ptsd, physical torture for 9 months from a gang, all alone. ect. been trying to see a doctor and its been 19 months now. brain is getting better and i'm starting to get clear enough and recovered enough from the untreated brain damage that resulted in having to retrain my brain back from infancy levels. still learning words and stuff.
@@barbaraspector6689 tried coastal wave music that helped a little. Light and Positive Music - calm, relaxing - N°045 I just can't do much of anything else and don't have portable music for the anxiety when outside. When I first got away and started recovery I was listening to some classical when my constant migraines were low. Due to the type of torture to my head it basically kept my head shut down and now I have been dealing with 3 years of buildup. So a lot of suppressed emotions and memories are just flooding in nonstop. Imagine shaking a can of paint for 3 years. That is what was done to my head daily. Thanks for the suggestion.
I’m so sorry to hear about your intense struggles! I can’t begin to understand what you’re going through. But I thought I’d help out a bit and give you some knowledge about brain damage. When you get a blow to the head, your brain cells begin to rapidly age. It’s a great idea to spam your body with as many good quality antioxidants every day as possible to counteract the aging process. Next, you may want to think about cutting out sugars as they cause inflammation and are linked to deteriorating of the brain. Even gluten can cause brain harm. If you don’t already take omega 3s, it might be time to start, along with taking a good multivitamin. There’s so much out there for brain health-Different nootropics and peptides. Best of luck!
I disagree with the "do not leave" comment. If you are neurodivergent and have sensory issues, the grocery store is an absolute nightmare. His advice can make it worse and cause trauma. The nervous system is overwhelmed. You have to regroup and sometimes it is impossible to do it in the grocery store and you have to leave. You have to find tips to help you cope with the sensory overload at the grocery store.
He's absolutely right! I made the mistake of leaving when I had panic attacks many years ago. It got to the point where I couldn't go anywhere for fear of a panic attack. Thank you
Every time I get anxiety or fear something I think of what I have to lose and unless it’s family, respect, trust or life then the only thing it can be is a lesson or experience.
I would add caffein and sugar. Plus, check out your diet. Eating low carb may be a better solution for those who are sensitive towards gluten etc. Corn and other food groups may cause a problem to the gut, and give a inflammatory reaction, which again causes overstimmulation, depression and anxiety.
weird that charismatic character on HIGHLY ADDICTIVE youtube shorts feed is attempting to dissuade us from using arguably less addictive substances that have treated anxiety for hundreds to thousands of years 🤷♂️🤷♀️🤷
"I will wait it out even when I feel my bowels are going to break loose. Really I mean it. I'll quick find a restroom . I'll talk to myself and remind myself im not in danger. I will not use alcohol, pot or anti depressants. " I will not he controlled by chemicals".😮 I will remind myself "this too will end" it is exhausting but I have friends I have faith and I'm worth fighting for🎉
Get across dmtcroop40 all thanks to their specialty I was able to get hold of myself within some weeks now I no longer get mood swings after microdosing I owe them big time so I decided to share
Psilocybin: whem used safely and responsibly it can actually be oftrn helpful. People can face their traumas amd start processing them. Obviously integration is vital as the experience itself is not enough. But yeah. When someone os not emotionally mature, or can't handle big emotions I would stear clear and seek professional help (therapy). And lastly: I don't think psylocybin can control you. You cannot get addicted to it. Obviously you build tolerance to it if you use it often. But overall, especially in therapeutic settings with the right protocol people can often go very deep within themselves and tackle underlying issues. Again, it's not for everyone and please don't mess around with it as it's a very powerful substance.
PERFECT, Dr. Amen! THANK YOU for this GREAT ADVICE! 💎🙏🏼🙌🏼 I was at this point for years after many deaths in my family till all were gone! Now...I stop & know these thoughts are mostly untrue, thanks to your teachings & watching you for more than 12 years! And thanks to those who have taught me to reach for a better thought & to think only on what I desire unless I’m purging sadness or trauma, so as to get rid of it so it doesn’t get stuck in the body, as Eugene Gendlin taught. “The subconscious is the biggest liar.” - Dr. Joseph Murphy; “Mind is the only creator.” - Lester Levenson. 🙏🏼🙌🏼
Thank you Dr Amen. My main course of action has always been beer when I feel anxious. Please tell me more than breathing is going to help me! I just can't breathe when I feel a craving!!
I had such bad anxiety when I was younger to the point of agoraphobia One Summer. The only thing that cured it for me was exposure therapy, forcing myself to do things and Jesus. God really pulled me through and I don't suffer from anxiety and depression even though I've been isolated through the beginning of the pandemic.
I’d love to see some references on how people get controlled by psilocybin mushrooms. There’s plenty of research that shows they are in fact contra-addictive AND helpful in treating addiction. They’re some of the least toxic of all substances, and they’ve been used for thousands of years.
But it's not for treating anxiety.. and he's saying basically not to tie substance use to treat anxiety/attacks. I'm not against psilocybin, I use it every now and then. But I definitely wouldnt use it when I'm having an anxiety attack. It's like if someone was having all of a sudden a super shitty day like let's say they just got dumped by loved one and now they are super depressed or anxious or sad would it be a good idea to take mushrooms? There's time and place for things. Hell even lions mane can be unsafe for some people with certain health stuff.
@@CremeeCactus It is used for that type of thing though..It can help with ptsd. That’s the worst of the worst. Please research. Especially if taken in a micro dose, you can take it to regulate your mood and mentality Without the hallucinations.
@@CremeeCactus And yet we prescribe pharmaceuticals for psychiatric conditions. There's no reason to set these arbitrary goals of not medicating if it improves QoL
@@fjordpitsky4486 there's a huge difference in that and plane taking mushrooms because xyz. I won't be the one to explain to you why it's not a great idea just like it's not a great idea to smoke weed for everyone. Y'all act like every strain of mushroom or weed or let's say pharmaceutical is the same in the way it treats it claim? I think not. Wildly researched > less research. You guys would be the EXACT people not to listen to if I had anxiety or PTSD and never done shrooms I'd definitely not want y'all as a guide(btw I don't need one). There's a time and place for things. Quit ignoring what I said. Substance use/abuse =\= treatment. If we are speaking treatment then this would be a diff topic. But specifically THIS VIDEO we are talking closer to substance use. That's how people create nasty habits or fall into holes.
So how do you break out of that if your already there. I only leave 1x a week for groceries and still struggle with public meltdowns. It seems I've let my anxiety have control. I just found your videos today.
I'd love to deal with the root cause of my anxiety, which is my upbringing, but every therapist I've seen keeps giving me breathing exercises and telling me to hit the gym lol
Pretty awful advice. Instead do this: 1. Go to the bathroom and let cold water flow over your wrists, which will calm you by activating the parasympathetic system 2. On the way there and while cooling your wrists: exhale as strongly as you can, which also activate the parasympathetic system 3. Don't consume coffeine at any time of the day (especially not in the morning when not having eaten yet) because that indirectly raises your noradrenaline levels, which is partly responsible for anxiety 4. If you regularly vape nicotine or smoke cigarettes, then do that after leaving the bathroom, which will quickly increase your serotonin levels, which are partly responsible for anxiety if too low 5. Eat something / anything, which will lower noradrenaline and increase serotonin 6. If possible, go for a run as soon as possible (after having partly digested the food), which lowers noradrenaline and increases serotonin 7. If you regularly consume cannabis and that increases your anxiety, then find a different strain (from a legal source where you can actually know the strain) and / or consume CBD and / or nicotine beforehand. 8. Get moclobemide (a RIMA) prescribed against anxiety. If not possible, then a SSRI, but NEVER benzodiazepines. You can also research supplements against anxiety if you don't want to take medication (anymore). But act quickly. You can drink low amounts of alcohol in the meantime, but don't become an alcoholic (anxiety is the most common cause of alcoholism). In general about anxiety: there is nothing worse than not having control over anxiety. So do leave if that makes you more comfortable and reduces anxiety. You can re-enter the store afterwards when feeling better in order to prevent developing anxiety of public places or social settings due to negative associations. Anxiety is just a chemical imbalance (i.e. too much noradrenaline in combination with too little serotonin and GABA) that can be caused by many things (e.g. real threats, negative experiences, malnutrition, other chemical imbalances, psychoactive substances, genetics).
May every person reading this lines have love, happiness and abundance in life.
Thank you I needed that same 2 u my friend
@@angelaholliday606 😍
Too simple but helpful
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❤❤Thank you my friend.
Same to you.😊😊
One thing to DO if you have anxiety: DRINK WATER! I found out by accident that drinking water when you feel anxious can help lessen that anxiety. Apparently, dehydration can cause anxiety or make symptoms worse.
Really? Thanks for this! I'm so dehydrated I guess it's surprising I'm ever calm 😂
maybe stimulating vagus nerve when swallowing ?
Maybe it’s because your body was high in sugar (that can trigger anxiety)
So drinking water Dilutes the sugar which then helps lower your Anxiety..
It doesn't seem to work for me, but I drink a lot of water in general anyway. I rarely drink soda, I drink tea and/or coffee about 2-3 times per week. Like maybe every other day or every other other day.
As for alcohol, it is probably less than monthly. I drank in New Year's at a party, but before that, it was one mixed drink in a hot tub, maybe a month prior and half a beer back in July or August.
Anything with carbonation, too much sugar, or alcohol irritates my stomach, and I think water tastes good.
Also, different things work for different people. Usually, some type of sensory related distraction of some sort works for most people.
Cold water might work best for you. Some people, it is taste, touching something, smelling something strong, or looking at stuff. Rubbing or tapping near my temples seems to help, but probably looks weird in public and isn't easy to do when driving, but at home, it helps. So does crochet for me, but once again, easier to do at home.
I'd add do not drink high caffeine beverages (like coffee or diet coke), that's like throwing gasoline on a fire. Green tea is much better, lower caffeine and has a calming effect. Also, mindfulness meditation in the book 30 Days to Reduce Stress by Harper Daniels was a big help for me.
I love coffee and i'm Not quitting any time soon :D
@@Slayerofdoom168I get anxiety but you can have my coffee when you pry it from my cold, dead, hands
Noticed this recently. My morning cup usually causes tightness in my throat now. I only drink one cup a day, but will probably reduce the amount soon.
This! I was suffering form a lot of anxiety and mind you I barely drink any coffee at all, I have little tolerance to it. What it was doing was increasing my anxiety so much more. Now I only have match with a very small portion of caffeine and I feel 💯 better, better focus, energy and I don’t feel jittery. I don’t even take pre workout before the gym.
Did he say Lions Vein?
not leaving is so important. it’s like exposure therapy, in a way. a few months ago i went through a car wash by myself for the first time and was freaking out the entire time and cried after, but because i now have the experience, it is something that will get easier every time i do it. little steps.
Yep. Sometimes, for some weird reason, I have anxiety attacks in Wal-Mart. It doesn't always happen. It is less likely if I bring another person and don't stay in there super long, but when it does happen, I just try looking around, reminding myself that there is no real hazard, that it is just my body overreacting to a perceived threat that doesn't exist, and will likely subside once I make it back into my car to sit in there and calm back down. But I don't stop shopping or leave because if I do, the next time I go in there, it is more likely to occur and probably even sooner than the last time.
For the most part, it is only Wal-Mart, but once or twice, it has occurred in another store. It doesn't seem to matter which Wal-Mart, just as long as I've been in that particular Wal-Mart multiple times in the past.
I'm guessing it is related to some underlying childhood trauma associated with my mom and her boyfriend stealing from Wal-Mart all the time so they could return stuff they stole for money. On more than one occasion, they also got chased by security and the police. I hated watching them do it, but I was also a child.
They stole from other stores too, but that one was one of their more common places. They also did it at Lowes, but that place doesn't seem to have the same effect.
Yup. That’s what I told myself when I got stuck in an elevator. I’m claustrophobic and have C-PTSD from a house fire. What did building maintenance do? They set off the fire alarm in the hopes that the elevator would reset and go down to the basement level. So of course I thought there was a building fire and that I’d die of asphyxiation in an elevator! And the little telephone in the elevator you can cry into when you get stuck? It was manned by someone who couldn’t speak English…. So yeah, exposure to your fears is gonna make everything all right…NOT!
@@Ann-dh2cx i think that’s an experience where your reaction wasn’t irrational, though. if i had been stuck in an elevator and the fire alarm went off and had no way of knowing it wasn’t just a drill. i would have also freaked out and assumed i would die from the fire. my comment was in relation to more controlled environments. so for example, if you had claustrophobia and went onto an elevator with a lot of people and then safely got off, that’s good exposure therapy. if you are aware you get anxious in enclosed spaces and instead choose to completely remove the possibility of you ever being in situations where you will be “trapped”, your anxiety may get worse. for me, i have arachnophobia and grew up in an old house where spiders frequently found their way in (we probably also had a small infestation in the ceiling or something). i was able to get over the worst of my fears for a period of time because i confronted a type of spider i am very scared of and successfully killed it (not at a point where i can comfortably coexist with them so killing them with minimal fear is a big step for me.) when my family moved out and i left for university, i found that my arachnophobia got even worse because i wasn’t constantly confronted with spiders due to newer living areas and living above ground level. where i currently live, it is again an old house and spiders frequently find their way in especially in warmer weather, so i am having to deal with my arachnophobia head on again and it’s not as bad as it was when i first moved in. your scenario is very different from that. you freaked out not just because of ptsd, but because you were literally in a scenario that seemed to be very unsafe, so your reaction was justified. also i think some anxieties such as house fires are not things you should get exposure therapy for lol, those are things where it is completely reasonable to freak out. that is a life or death situation generally. just being in a random elevator, or just being by a common house spider, are generally not life or death situations, and those are the scenarios i was referring to where exposure therapy would be beneficial. hope that makes sense. also sorry you had to go through that, it must have been very hard and scary to experience.
There's a reason why exposure therapy is conducted under professional guidance 👍 It is more than possible to further traumatize yourself if you try to DIY it
Systematic desensitization/exposure is much better than flooding, which can actually deepen the fear. If its just too much to handle, get out of there! Just be sure and come up with a game plan of slower exposure methods that you will follow through on.👍
Vacate social media or significantly reduce it to the point where
1. it doesnt control you
2. you still get things you want/need to get done
3. you feel less anxious, depressed & truly contentful
I will not be controlled buy any thing ever again
After divorcing a malignant narcissist.
Congrats! Happy for you!
By. And congratulations. That is no mean feat. You survived, you reconginsed, and you got out. And none of those things are easy. Well done. Very well done.
Add g ov to that
So proud of you. 💜
Psilocybin has been shown to retire the brain beneficially and stop addiction and anxiety and depression.
What’s that?
@@warzone2.0plug28magic mushrooms are 😉
And ptsd
well it sucks when it doesnt work cuz now u feel worse
Has definitely helped keep me sober. I don't feel like shrooms are controlling me. I do them about once a month.
I've read that staying off of social media can also help. And walking also helps. Best of wishes anxiety sufferers. You are not alone there's many of us.
Disagree with the psilocybin comment.
Me too
Microdosing helped so maany people
Same.
Agreed psilocybin can be so healing and is NOT addictive
Agreed. Mushrooms changed my life for the better.
As someone who deals with bad panic attacks and anxiety. It affects us all differently. these tools don’t work for everybody.
Key note: if you have sensory and information processing issues due to autism or ADHD, not leaving the situation can lead to pain, burnout, meltdown or shutdown. If the anxiety is caused by a fear of social situations for example, then leaving the situation will do more harm than good because you won't be facing your fear to overcome it.
So it highly depends on the source of anxiety and the situation at hand that will determine whether you should leave or not. Knowledge is power 🙏🏻💕
Agreed, this is me…but I’m learning to control the sensory issues. It’s hard at 63 and unfortunately one of my kids has the same thing. What an interesting world we live in.
@@heidijobrownarimes1397 I'm glad to hear you are able to deal with your sensory issues better now 🙏🏻 how are you learning to control your sensory issues? I'm very interested to know 💕
@@Space_Princess I meditate/pray 2-3/day, if I feel myself spirally out, I practice mindful breathing and remove myself from the situation if possible. I have experienced serious pain (broken neck, back, finger, foot, children, sexual abuse, rape, , horrendous mental and psychological challenges most of my life so I have had no choice but to endure and eventually thrive. I have very loving friends and am spiritually in tune!! I spend a serious amount of time alone or in quiet environments. Unfortunately tinnitus is my new friend, but I’m dealing with that as well. I’m ADHD/high functioning A (lol!!) and it’s ok. I’m worn out, tired and have experienced all you have cautioned about , but have achieved a sense of peace and contentment with my 63 years of hardship. What doesn’t kill you does make you stronger…eventually. Love the “Space Princess” I’m going for Goddess myself😂
I agree. I have only just realised that I must not immediately leave in a heightened state but first assess myself and then make a choice that feels right to me.
@@heidijobrownarimes1397 I hate that saying. It would be better if it said, SOMETIMES,of SOME things don't kill SOME people it makes them stronger.
I thought I could take anything, so I braved certain situations and eventually they broke me.
I was fine before-- stronge, brave,energetic, able, willing and eager for all kinds of adventures.
I believed all the challenges I accepted would make me stronger, Instead, they temporarily broke me, and although I overcame them enough to survive and continue to find a measure of contentment in my situations (sometimes), and to see the beauty of the world (sometimes), I am a fractions of the person I was before.
What didn't kill me (because I was strong enough to keep going through it all-- a strength I had all along) made me weaker...as well as more fearful, less able to navigae in the world (literally--I get lost all the ime, and am afraid to go places), less outgoing, less happy, negative where before I was positive (it takes a huge part of my daily energy just to fend off/dispute the negativity), less energetic...less of most of the good/useful/helpful/constructive things about myself and a host of new, , obstacle-creating, draining, negative things.
And this is still the case after years of working to improve/recover/rise above.
I have horrible anxiety because I have stage 4 liver cirrhosis and possible liver cancer. Breathing exercises do help tremendously and taking a walk is my go to.
Praying for your healing and for peace in your daily life. You are not alone in this fight
God bless you. I pay for you for healing, peace and comfort. 💜
Check out Dr. Joe Dispenza. Heal your cirrhosis.
That’s not always the best advice. I have had severe issues because of childhood trauma and my terror would last sometimes 10-16 hours. Getting to a safe quiet place was the wiser choice. I’m almost totally recovered now but that’s taken 12 years of hard work.
Thank you for your comment. I have childhood trauma and ptsd due to abuse from an ex-husband. I blackout when triggered if I don't leave the situation.
That sounds like an emotional crisis more than generalized anxiety
@@heatherem5690 No, people just forget what anxiety DISORDERS are because everyone assumes anxiety means you're just high strung
@@fjordpitsky4486 no everyone doesn’t assume that Teenagers maybe but most adults realize the difference
If someone tells me theyre having mental health issues I believe them
Also, practice living in the “wise mind” mode - living in the now, not the past or the future. Reminding yourself to hone in on the moment you’re currently in. Find a micro-positive in that specific moment and breath.
I keep calm and trust in God to help me with the situation ❤❤
So much wisdom here. Thanks for giving tips on what to do to help yourself.
Lsd genuinely helped my anxiety. Didnt nwws to keep doing it bwcaiaw i developed ways to deal with anxiety while tripping and it works while sober too. So lomg aa you have comfidence in yourseld youll be able to deal with anxiety and stress much better than before. Stay hydrated and exercise well and i promise itll always get better
I don’t have anxiety. I have I’ve seen this before and I am not staying in an environment that lowers my energy.
I have severe anxiety
Hv 2 Push myself to go out and drive. 😢 Sometimes I can't but I have to go out🎉
At the grocery store I wear glasses and keep a mask on just to cover my mouth. Then I realize Everyone in the store is wearing masks & just shopping , and not looking at me. thinking about what I need 😊 I talk to some people every time I'm there. Don't think about it, just go
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Hate to tell you doc, but WE ARE ALL absolutely dependent on chemicals...
“Do not be anxious over anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers”
Solves nothing
Amen, grateful this was brought to attention here. Thank you.
@@anndover9288you're delusional.
Philippines 4:6&7. ❤❤
Thank you … this saved my life
God bless you.❤
Thank you I needed this
I love this guy!
God bless you
Thank you, Dr. Amen.
My mom would encourage me to skip school when I was stressed or overwhelmed. This created so much anxiety to come back to school after you stayed home for a day or even two weeks.
This guy is making me anxious.
He didn’t address the second thing on the list???
My friend has anxiety
Don’t believe your terrifying thoughts
Uh oh...
@@Maddie9185thank you! I couldn't get through his handwriting
@maddie9185 But it says...Believe your terrifying thoughts???
As someone who suffered from clinically diagnosed, full-blown anxiety, I disagree on the "stay in the situation" point. Running off can be better at times. You can always come back. Worked for me! I have been back to a normal life for years now thanks to not forcing myself to do more than I can at this moment.
Tell me the secret. How can you get rid of panic attacks?
@@feverdream__9 I believe every person has to find their own way. It also depends on WHY someone has panic attacks. Dr. Lam's breathing technique was a life saver for me personally. Also, cutting out most grains, dairy and lowering my sugar intake. I could go on but overall I think it's worth improving life in all areas.
Omg I’v seen you on here before and you gave great advice! I so appreciate your every word because you know what you’re talking about!!
Thankyou ❤️
If I get hit with anxiety in a store or public place, I can't leave because I can't make a decision or commit to an act. I cant remember why I am there or what I was doing there.
Same. I can’t walk anywhere. I’m just gonna lay down and cry.
That's because you've gone into primal mode or what they call lizard brain. Your frontal cortex shuts down which is why you feel like you can't make a decision. When it happens to me my mind goes totally blank and I cannot add 1 and 1 together. It is a trauma response
Let's be honest. Wellness-inspired, learned "coping skills" far surpass any toxins that may or may not help you "get through the moment".
#truth 🎉
I would suggest an update on psilocybin. #1 - not addictive. #2 - More and more studies done show correlation between psilocybin and neuroplasticity. It starts to be used in addiction, major depression, PTSD treatment. I respect the good doctor, this piece of information is not sustained.
I struggled with weed dependency for years due to anxiety. Didn’t help my girlfriend at the time and most all of my best friends were heavy smokers, but eventually I found it just did not work for me.
Rather than alleviating anxiety and allowing me to focus on task without the constant feeling of impending doom, judgement from others, hopelessness, etc it made me content to avoid reality as much as possible
It gave me anxiety every time I tried it.
I'm dealing with anxiety and my bf has been smoking it for years. Now I'm struggling to explain him why I feel anxious around it and deciding to leave. I kind of feel like fighting with impossible.😢 Edit: I've been smoking irregularly for last 4 years and it just worsen my mental health overall. I've decided to stop smoking and to go on healthy path.
Thanks, Dr. 👍🏽 I wish that everyone who suffers from anxiety could understand how this mental illness takes over your freedom
NO drugs, caffeine either
For me PRAYER and mindfulness ❤❤❤
im running out of that damn grocery store and no one can stop me
Lol
Lol been there
I'm leaving.
Now I go nowhere😅
Lol
😂
So true!!!
Amen to that
Not just any breath, but a deep belly breath. Think of your lungs expanding downward rather than out. It makes a huge difference ❤
What is your opinion on microdosing psilocybin for mental health issues?
Microdosing helped me for years
Did u combine it with other treatment? I’ve started microdosing for 1 month & would appreciate advice
mushrooms helped me get over anxiety for a time. I wasnt like addicted I just tried them like once a year to reset. I fail to see how mushrooms would be habit forming.
You have will,,not everyone,,anything can be psychologicaly addictive..congrats
Most people never take it more than once a year. Because of how intense it is. It's not like weed or other drugs. It's more introspective and teaches people to have more control over their own lives. And the more you take the less and less it works.
They aren't. They're a life saver for me x even microdosing helps
I'm surprised about the mushrooms as you can't really depend on them because you will have bad trips if you abuse them. The others absolutely great!
Totally agree with the first part. If I decide to leave a transport or a shop or smthg, suddenly everything becomes overwhelming, it's like I let the anxiety take over and I start panicking and I don't know where to go, what to do. Instead, trying to calm down and breathing as possible, staying where I am works usually best.
Thank you Dr. Amen ❤
Build tolerance- learn coping skills- prove your fear and anxiety wrong. YOU CAN DO IT!! You’ll feel so strong and powerful- maybe not right away- but eventually you will. ❤
Thank you I needed to hear this. I just quit smoking weed on Friday after my heart started racing I got a migraine then threw up. That's when I knew it was time.
Great advice, Doc! But what happened to #2? ANTS are important too!
I developed anxiety at 4-5 years old but then at the age of 9 I found my first true best friend and she helped my anxiety a lot and now I’m comfortable talking to new people, I do suffer with anxiety still but it’s not that serious anymore! I am so grateful that I meant someone like my best friend!!
@XxanimeXx13so glad you did
Anxiety at 4-5 years? Wow that’s too young
@@mihirjoshi8934I actually distinctly remember having random bouts of being scared of nothing to the point where I'd ask mom for something to calm me down...at 3-4 years old. I'm not sure what it was, but it happened. Granted, I was only given some herbs in the cases when nothing else worked but I believe it can happen
I had my first panic attack @ 11. I was store with my mom and sisters in 1975 and out of nowhere I had this outer body experience and started screaming I’m dying running around freaking out. Our dad (who had passed away when I was 4) had the same problem with his life, sadly he passed away @40 from Cancer however he was cured from his fears. My life has been a rollercoaster since my first attack. I’m now 60 I had a few good semi normal years but have never ever felt “normal “ since “75. I can cope with heart palpitations, sweats etc it’s the outer body s***t that still scares the hell out of me. Thanks for reading my rant.❤
so helpful thank you for sharing
had to take weed for a few days to stop murderous intent and suicide last weekend. it is too intense to go through by myself. had to block out the emotions from all the brain damage, c-ptsd, physical torture for 9 months from a gang, all alone. ect. been trying to see a doctor and its been 19 months now. brain is getting better and i'm starting to get clear enough and recovered enough from the untreated brain damage that resulted in having to retrain my brain back from infancy levels. still learning words and stuff.
Maybe you can listen to classical music.
@@barbaraspector6689 tried coastal wave music that helped a little.
Light and Positive Music - calm, relaxing - N°045
I just can't do much of anything else and don't have portable music for the anxiety when outside.
When I first got away and started recovery I was listening to some classical when my constant migraines were low.
Due to the type of torture to my head it basically kept my head shut down and now I have been dealing with 3 years of buildup. So a lot of suppressed emotions and memories are just flooding in nonstop.
Imagine shaking a can of paint for 3 years. That is what was done to my head daily.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I’m so sorry to hear about your intense struggles! I can’t begin to understand what you’re going through. But I thought I’d help out a bit and give you some knowledge about brain damage. When you get a blow to the head, your brain cells begin to rapidly age. It’s a great idea to spam your body with as many good quality antioxidants every day as possible to counteract the aging process. Next, you may want to think about cutting out sugars as they cause inflammation and are linked to deteriorating of the brain. Even gluten can cause brain harm. If you don’t already take omega 3s, it might be time to start, along with taking a good multivitamin. There’s so much out there for brain health-Different nootropics and peptides. Best of luck!
Amen😊
I love this.
And what about the second point?
I disagree with the "do not leave" comment. If you are neurodivergent and have sensory issues, the grocery store is an absolute nightmare. His advice can make it worse and cause trauma. The nervous system is overwhelmed. You have to regroup and sometimes it is impossible to do it in the grocery store and you have to leave. You have to find tips to help you cope with the sensory overload at the grocery store.
Gotta say I ran out a few stores and once out I felt so much better and once calmed down I was able to sit and relize what caused me to freak out ..
He's absolutely right! I made the mistake of leaving when I had panic attacks many years ago. It got to the point where I couldn't go anywhere for fear of a panic attack. Thank you
Every time I get anxiety or fear something I think of what I have to lose and unless it’s family, respect, trust or life then the only thing it can be is a lesson or experience.
I have an anxiety disorder and drink a lot of green tea
I would add caffein and sugar. Plus, check out your diet. Eating low carb may be a better solution for those who are sensitive towards gluten etc. Corn and other food groups may cause a problem to the gut, and give a inflammatory reaction, which again causes overstimmulation, depression and anxiety.
Interesting points, can you source the corn may cause inflammation?
weird that charismatic character on HIGHLY ADDICTIVE youtube shorts feed is attempting to dissuade us from using arguably less addictive substances that have treated anxiety for hundreds to thousands of years 🤷♂️🤷♀️🤷
"I will wait it out even when I feel my bowels are going to break loose. Really I mean it. I'll quick find a restroom . I'll talk to myself and remind myself im not in danger.
I will not use alcohol, pot or anti depressants. " I will not he controlled by chemicals".😮 I will remind myself "this too will end" it is exhausting but I have friends I have faith and I'm worth fighting for🎉
I like this guy
Thank you so much x
Get across dmtcroop40 all thanks to their specialty I was able to get hold of myself within some weeks now I no longer get mood swings after microdosing I owe them big time so I decided to share
On Instagram..
So true.
Psilocybin: whem used safely and responsibly it can actually be oftrn helpful. People can face their traumas amd start processing them. Obviously integration is vital as the experience itself is not enough.
But yeah. When someone os not emotionally mature, or can't handle big emotions I would stear clear and seek professional help (therapy).
And lastly: I don't think psylocybin can control you. You cannot get addicted to it. Obviously you build tolerance to it if you use it often. But overall, especially in therapeutic settings with the right protocol people can often go very deep within themselves and tackle underlying issues. Again, it's not for everyone and please don't mess around with it as it's a very powerful substance.
Yes, caffeine is a tough one to avoid. Thank you so much dr. for your videos
PERFECT, Dr. Amen! THANK YOU for this GREAT ADVICE! 💎🙏🏼🙌🏼 I was at this point for years after many deaths in my family till all were gone! Now...I stop & know these thoughts are mostly untrue, thanks to your teachings & watching you for more than 12 years! And thanks to those who have taught me to reach for a better thought & to think only on what I desire unless I’m purging sadness or trauma, so as to get rid of it so it doesn’t get stuck in the body, as Eugene Gendlin taught. “The subconscious is the biggest liar.” - Dr. Joseph Murphy; “Mind is the only creator.” - Lester Levenson. 🙏🏼🙌🏼
Not breathing helps me more than slow breathing, 1 long breathing in release then small puffs to no breathing.
Thank you Dr Amen. My main course of action has always been beer when I feel anxious. Please tell me more than breathing is going to help me! I just can't breathe when I feel a craving!!
No 2?
I had such bad anxiety when I was younger to the point of agoraphobia One Summer. The only thing that cured it for me was exposure therapy, forcing myself to do things and Jesus. God really pulled me through and I don't suffer from anxiety and depression even though I've been isolated through the beginning of the pandemic.
Love each of you reading this... you guys are all warrior legends
Thank you Doctor Amen. We need as much help we can get out here.
I’d love to see some references on how people get controlled by psilocybin mushrooms. There’s plenty of research that shows they are in fact contra-addictive AND helpful in treating addiction. They’re some of the least toxic of all substances, and they’ve been used for thousands of years.
Exactly!
But it's not for treating anxiety.. and he's saying basically not to tie substance use to treat anxiety/attacks.
I'm not against psilocybin, I use it every now and then. But I definitely wouldnt use it when I'm having an anxiety attack. It's like if someone was having all of a sudden a super shitty day like let's say they just got dumped by loved one and now they are super depressed or anxious or sad would it be a good idea to take mushrooms? There's time and place for things. Hell even lions mane can be unsafe for some people with certain health stuff.
@@CremeeCactus It is used for that type of thing though..It can help with ptsd. That’s the worst of the worst. Please research. Especially if taken in a micro dose, you can take it to regulate your mood and mentality Without the hallucinations.
@@CremeeCactus And yet we prescribe pharmaceuticals for psychiatric conditions. There's no reason to set these arbitrary goals of not medicating if it improves QoL
@@fjordpitsky4486 there's a huge difference in that and plane taking mushrooms because xyz. I won't be the one to explain to you why it's not a great idea just like it's not a great idea to smoke weed for everyone. Y'all act like every strain of mushroom or weed or let's say pharmaceutical is the same in the way it treats it claim? I think not. Wildly researched > less research. You guys would be the EXACT people not to listen to if I had anxiety or PTSD and never done shrooms I'd definitely not want y'all as a guide(btw I don't need one). There's a time and place for things. Quit ignoring what I said. Substance use/abuse =\= treatment. If we are speaking treatment then this would be a diff topic. But specifically THIS VIDEO we are talking closer to substance use. That's how people create nasty habits or fall into holes.
love your work dr Amen tho i encourage u to do some deeper research on psilocybe mushrooms as they are completely non addictive ir habit forming.
No 2 what was it?
So how do you break out of that if your already there. I only leave 1x a week for groceries and still struggle with public meltdowns. It seems I've let my anxiety have control. I just found your videos today.
I’ve always left and now recognize that’s the worse thing one can do as it leaves things inconclusive
Mushrooms got me off a ten year benzo addiction
I'd love to deal with the root cause of my anxiety, which is my upbringing, but every therapist I've seen keeps giving me breathing exercises and telling me to hit the gym lol
Exercise (weights & some form of cardio) eating whole foods are one of the many ways you can kill anxiety.
What do you think of Chaga mushroom for anxiety does it even do anything for anxiety just wondering asking?
Yeah I usually just skip over the “don’t believe your terrible thoughts” part of this plan too
Typically fear maxes out at 1m mark, and then starts falling, if you breathe through it.
I WILL NOT BE CONTROLLED BY A CHEMICAL, TY HOMIE
You do know it’s not physical it’s physiological. We would love to just stop the feeling of panic attacks.
What is no 2? The video jumped
#IAmNotBeingControlledByAChemical
Referring to psychotropic drugs.
I am better without them 💜
What if your having driving anxiety
Okay but what’s the 5th thing?
What does number 2 say?
Yea, I spend most of my time in my house... PTSD, Anxiety, that's my life..
Muscle spasms terrible 😢
sounds like someone who doesnt struggle with anxiety
Definitely. And do you want to overcome your anxiety?
A psychiatrist saying dont be controlled by a chemical "marijuana" 😂😂, yeah take prozac instead its natures gift to humanity.
Pretty awful advice. Instead do this:
1. Go to the bathroom and let cold water flow over your wrists, which will calm you by activating the parasympathetic system
2. On the way there and while cooling your wrists: exhale as strongly as you can, which also activate the parasympathetic system
3. Don't consume coffeine at any time of the day (especially not in the morning when not having eaten yet) because that indirectly raises your noradrenaline levels, which is partly responsible for anxiety
4. If you regularly vape nicotine or smoke cigarettes, then do that after leaving the bathroom, which will quickly increase your serotonin levels, which are partly responsible for anxiety if too low
5. Eat something / anything, which will lower noradrenaline and increase serotonin
6. If possible, go for a run as soon as possible (after having partly digested the food), which lowers noradrenaline and increases serotonin
7. If you regularly consume cannabis and that increases your anxiety, then find a different strain (from a legal source where you can actually know the strain) and / or consume CBD and / or nicotine beforehand.
8. Get moclobemide (a RIMA) prescribed against anxiety. If not possible, then a SSRI, but NEVER benzodiazepines. You can also research supplements against anxiety if you don't want to take medication (anymore). But act quickly. You can drink low amounts of alcohol in the meantime, but don't become an alcoholic (anxiety is the most common cause of alcoholism).
In general about anxiety: there is nothing worse than not having control over anxiety. So do leave if that makes you more comfortable and reduces anxiety. You can re-enter the store afterwards when feeling better in order to prevent developing anxiety of public places or social settings due to negative associations. Anxiety is just a chemical imbalance (i.e. too much noradrenaline in combination with too little serotonin and GABA) that can be caused by many things (e.g. real threats, negative experiences, malnutrition, other chemical imbalances, psychoactive substances, genetics).
Would you say the same (and I’m not asking for medical advise just your opinion specifically) If you are micro dosing psilocybin for depression?
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