Girl Talk - 25 Years of Anxiety & Depression And How I Cope
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- Опубліковано 29 лип 2016
- having dealt with anxiety, depression and panic attacks for over 25 years and considering it was just national mental health awareness month, here is my story on anxiety, and how I have suffered with it almost my whole life and how I cope with it now. This video isn't just for the anxiety suffered but for friends and family of someone with anxiety. Its not easy to deal with anxiety and can be even harder to deal with someone who has it, if you yourself have no experience with it. I wanted to bring awareness to this issue and thats its ok, and whats not ok is to hide this fact.
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Aw I wish I could meet you all and hug you in person! You all mean the world to me and I feel even closer to you when you too open up with me. I was in tears reading all of your stories. Thank you for allowing me to do this (with no makeup, hair undone) with such support. Now lets have a stress free depression free rest of the weekend!
You look like Shakira, did you know that? But less candy and more smart (not that to me she's not). I think you're beautiful (just watched the other video when you talk about haters, I mean come on). Thanx for this video, I relate to you, you're a brave person and I agree, there should be more awareness of this subject and more talk.
I can relate to you. I've had depression since I was 19. Keeping myself occupied and busy helps me - stops my racing thoughts. And by the way - I actually thought you had make-up on! You look exactly the same on camera whether you where it or not! How lucky are you!! I can't leave the house without foundation on (sad aren't I). Now I'll watch the rest of your video as I've only watched the first few minutes........ Love and hugs beautiful lady
+Elżbieta Wysocka Omg you noticed too! She does look like the beautiful Shakira! Well spotted!!!
+Annika Lemas Ramos wear not where !
Try Asmr ! It helped me a lot with my anxiety!
depression and anxiety has really taken a toll on my life. Praying for all who suffer.
Hey! You definitely should watch some videos on evicting spirits of depression (just type something like that in the search thingie) here on UA-cam :) I'll say a prayer for you! I've struggled with depression most of my life and just recently, though I've been in faith for a couple of years, got set free of it! Blessings ♡
It's taken a huge toll on mine too. Most of my anxiety is from PTSD and I hate it and feel like it will never end 😔
Thanks! I have done deliverance on myself.I believe the answer lays in who I am in Christ and having faith in that. God bless you.
Tanya Goddin
i am suffering depression and social anxiety since 15 years still fighting
Try Michael Sealy Hipnosis videos here on UA-cam for free and also try the EMDR method here on UA-cam for free as well. I felt the same way as you, and people even thought I was gay because of my anxiety disorder and it's sudden attacks, but after trying the EMDR for three consecutive days, it has decrease my negative thinking, expand my memory, and I even feel more alert and free from that tension voice with negative thoughts. I truly recommend it to everyone who is suffering.
I mostly avoid these types of videos, because I'm scared that it will trigger my anxiety. This one didn't, instead it made me happy, made me feel special, important, and I feel like I want everyone I know to watch this video. We really need to spread awareness about this! I'm starting by sharing this video on FB. You said so much that I could relate to, explained things better then I could ever do! Big hug Sylvia!
aw what a beautiful message!! Thanks for taking the time to watch, and EXACTLY what I was trying to achieve here not add more fear or anxiety to anyone! xx
ellebangs Btw, I really would like to translate the video and make subtitles in Swedish on it! Is that something you can enable on the video maybe?
Elle shared information and talked quietly without telling panic stories. Maybe that's why it didn't bother you, she was talking about how to understand, help and cope. I'm glad you were able to watch this and feel good. Having these episodes of feeling anxious, depressed, worried is really difficult as you know. You aren't alone, there are so many of us out here, so next time you feel uncomfortable, think of Elle, or all the rest of us, standing strong with you.
+Veronica Nicklasson That would be so nice! Listening(technically reading;)) to your comment, I also would love to make a translated caption in korean. I don't know how many koreans are watching this or her videos but I would love to spread more♡
I noticed I'm starting to avoid things that I feel like will give me anxiety. It's weird. I hate it.
You've triggered a "lightbulb moment" for me: my 6 year old has anxiety. Literally it just clicked, hearing you describe your experience as a four year old. He had a panic attack going to back to school night at the beginning of first grade last year. He gets extremely self-conscious before any new, or even semi-new experience, to the point of nausea many times. Thank you for sharing this; we just got insurance and I'm going to check into counseling for him.
The main source of anxiety for me is in large, crowded, social situations. I pick up on everyone's energy, expressions, body language, etc. and it usually makes me very uneasy and I start to freak out and have trouble breathing. Don't really know how to cope in those situations besides to leave...take a few breaths
Me, too. I can not go into a big warehouse type store. I hate them. I can not tolerate the noise and rush of the crowds. Unfortunately, almost all stores are like that nowadays. Walmart, Costco, the super Targets. Small stores like Walgreens or Family Dollars are okay as long as I can see the exit doors from wherever I am standing in the store.
you sound like a "highly sensitive person" no I didnt' just label you, yes thats an actual thing, look it up :). I was diagnosed with this a couple of years ago and everything made so much more sense. you were just born with more sensors than the average person. I might do a more in depth video on this in the future. :) thanks for watching
+ellebangs I would love a video about that. I have never heard of a "highly sensitive" person and after researching a little it sounds so much like me. very difficult to deal with.
I am highly sensitive!
Me too and you can see it all over my face which I hate my fave gives everything away /: I feel like it makes people feel like I'm stuck up or mean when I just feel overwhelmed.
Whenever I see someone post regarding this, it does my heart good. I have struggled, conquered and failed, with symptoms of anxiety and PTSD since childhood, and I ain't no spring chicken. Thank you for sharing with us. Mental illness can happen to ANYONE at any age, so the stigma should not be so prevalent!
Thanks for making this Elle. I've struggled with anxiety, depression and OCD since I was 11, and I'm now 25. I've spent my life on and off meds and going to therapists, and FIGHTING to be well. I absolutely hate when people try to tell me that its in my head, and I need to choose not to be that way. Just as you would never choose cancer, diabetes, or any other medical ailment, you wouldn't choose mental illness. If people could just grasp that it isn't just "in your head", that it is neurological and has to do with chemical imbalance in your body, and it is a medical ailment just like any other medical ailment: what a different world we'd live in.
I suffer from anxiety. When you were talking about how people don't get it, I can so relate. It gets frustrating when people say "it's all in your head". I hate it. But, they don't understand. I didn't understand what it was until it hit me one day out of absolutely nowhere. I didn't even know anxiety was a thing until I was diagnosed. My mother had it as well so she was the only one that knew the way I felt, which was great. She could explain to people that it's not all in a persons head and that it's a real thing. She backed me up a lot. Any who, thanks for this video! It's really helpful:)
how are you dealing with it now?
Lisa Filimon my mother is also suffering from depression and she was always supportive of me while I was dealing with anxiety and she always understood. My grandma not so much :/
I have suffered from depression for many years and listening to you and how it affects you, helped me. I'm 40 now and single cos I am so nervous to tell a potential partner about my mental health problems. The way you describe how we are more aware is something I will use. thank you for being so open with your fans ...god bless xxx
thank you for talking about this today... needed it. im embarrassed to say the reason I started watching your videos is because I have so much anxiety that I get scared to leave my home...even to get my hair cut. so I found your video on how to cut your own hair. sometimes I don't even feel like I'm anyone or anything or that I don't exist. I get so lost in my head and it's embarrassing to admit. but then I see something like this and it reminds me I'm not the only one. i think your awesome and strong and beautiful. thanks for the tips and tricks (hair and panic related 😜) love you to the moon and back
I feel the same way ;(
+Benedetta Lazzari I'm sorry it's a horrible way to live. Im trying hard not to isolate and my hobby is making bread
I hope you can get help. It's a debilitating illness.
I can leave my house and unless I travel an hr or 2 from home I'm ok...but sitting in a chair at hairdresser or a dentist or work meeting,always makes me anxious....I think its because I feel like I'm stuck and if I wanted to leave earlier all eyes would be on me and everyone would see me panic r wonder what is wrong with her and thats what gives me anxiety.
+Pacificoast Girl Hi!
You know it's called agoraphobia, right?
I started having anxiety when I was 14 (I'm 30 now) and I didn't know I also had agoraphobia. It's better today but I know how you feel. You fear crowds, going outside your house (sometimes you even fear being stuck in the shower), bridges, big surface stores.. I can help you and give you some tips if you want to of maybe just to talk about it!. msg me if you want I exactly know what you are living 😘
This was what I needed today. I felt so depressed, wanted to cry and here goes your video... That was amazing, thank you.
THANK YOU for making this video! I'm 26 years old and I finally am accepting my anxiety problem that developed a certain serious phobia. Took me long enough because I didn't want to be come off as a "crazy, weird person". I'm trying to learn about it and how to handle it better so I can live my life like I want to!
Your video actually gave me the push I needed to call a psychotherapist that was suggested by my dr., I was just not ready to talk about me until I heard you talk about a good support system and finding people educated to help me find ways to cope through those debilitating times. Thank you for working on yourself so you could help others. Your strength is inspiring!!
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Thank you so much for sharing. I'm a child counselor & love to see ppl helping eliminate the stigma against mental health issues. You seem like a thoughtful, genuine, & deep person. Keep up the great work! I'm looking forward to the draw my life vid someday :)
This is amazing!! Thank you so much for making this video! This subject is something that needs to be talked about! I've always lived with anxiety but this year was the first time I had a full blown panic attack. It was the most scariest experience of my life, BUT I've learned so much about myself. Every day is a work in progress. The best thing is knowing that we who suffer, are not alone. Thank you again!
I have been struggling for 12 years with anxiety and depression but only going diagnosed this year, and only really understood that it could be this over the last year because it wasn't something talked about within my family or school system. I'm 24 now, an esthetician and makeup artist, I bought a business last September, I do seminars for beauty prep and skin care for the local modelling agency, and just finished a huge weekend of makeup and seminars for a local modeling competition, I've achieved so much it blows my mind but I still get stuck in these holes that everything is terrible and I'm down on myself and today i had the worst day even though this whole weekend I had these young girls and boys looking up to me and also my advice and there was this one girl who probably changed my whole life because she opened up so much because I helped her to. And yet I can't find all those things in myself to be proud of on these down days. My boyfriend is my biggest supporter and he has said to me so much today and over the last year that was nearly word for word what I just heard you say in this video, and it doesn't usually help bring me back up immediately but when I am back up I realize how much he loves me and helps me instead of running away. Like you said finding someone who you truly trust and can call when you need them is the most important thing. I would have had panic attack after panic attack this weekend if he wasn't there cheering me on and saying how proud he was (I get stage fright) ... somedays I don't think I'd be here if he wasn't beside me keeping me from falling in the proverbial hole. This video is going to help a lot of people, thank you. 🌸
I completely appreciate you for opening up and not sharing what triggers your anxiety because your absolutely right people that have anxiety it does trigger it. I have anxiety and panic Attacks and deal with depression and it’s a horrible feeling and super draining, no one will understand unless they experience it. I’m glad that people are opening up about it because it truly helps others know there not alone, because dealing with this u sometimes do feel your the only one and again I thank you for sharing it’s not something easy to talk about, but do know you are a strong woman and we will get through this ..
I cannot even begin to tell you how much this video means to me. Thank you for sharing your story and being so open and honest. I was already a huge fan but now I love you even more! You are a true inspiration.💖
❤️ I can't tell you how good this was to watch. I'm blessed that I have people I can talk to who understand anxiety but sometimes I am too drained to talk to them, I got a lot from this, it's nice to hear the topic talked out and be able to just watch. Love to you, thank you for sharing x
Wow!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for touching this subject. Anxiety & depression are so isolating. By watching your video and reading all the stories in the comments, I know I'm not alone. That, in and of itself, has done me a world of good. God bless you, Silvia....you're a rockstar!!! 😘
Silvia, highly sensitive and highly aware - THANK YOU!!!!!!! So sooo much. There are few to literally no people at all who can describe these feelings as you do, and you just called it what it is, straight out, and it's hilarious.
Thank you 💓💓💓
Thank you SO much for video! You understand so much of a very complex and confusing condition that feeds off of our weaknesses. But you give so many great tips for keeping the anxiety from winning and I am thanful to have seen this. I have already shared it with so many others. The fact that you recognize that sharng your own anxiety topics will just spark others is proof of how much you truly understand nd how well you cope. We all have tough times but we can make it through those times but understanding that anxiety is not who we are hence the anxiety that comes from whatever provokes it.
I keep to myself all the time and I go through this everyday. It's nice to finally hear that people also are very sensitive like me. I feel like that's my weakest trait and it stops me from accomplishing anything. Watching this just makes me shake and shed a tear because it's something that's not brought up and she's totally right about everything. But sometimes the idea of going outside scares me because I think of what people think of me? what might happened, what will I experience outside today? It just makes me stay in my room all day. I appreciate the time you took to make people realize that this is a common thing, you are such a caring, sweet, kind person Sylvia
I've had both for years. There's such a stigma attached to mental health it's so wrong. This has been very helpful and informative, thank you
such a beautiful person inside and out. I've come to realise for a long time I have had anxiety, now I am seeking help and learning how to deal with it what triggers it and how to avoid it. I also have depression as well. its been a tough year mentally for me, hearing how you deal with it has helped so thank you. I wish I had more support from friends, I am however very blessed I have a best friend that's there for me. she too suffers both so as long as she's doing OK she's there. we have each other for support and that keeps us going. thank you, amazing and beautiful, your one strong lady
Thanks for not naming your triggers, I thought I was crazy for getting anxiety just by hearing what triggers it for other people !! Thanks a lot for making this video, I've watched many videos on this and you approached it perfectly !! I also love your other videos xoxo
I have/suffer from anxiety and panic attacks. It's such a daily struggle. It can be overwhelming and very isolating at times. I agree with everything you said. My husband is my comfort. Always there to help me. Stay strong. You are amazing!!!!! Congrats on furthering your dream in hair product creation. I have always wanted a product to add shine to my hair but not that greasy oily look. But I'll love whatever you create. Good luck.
I found this video helpful. I watched it last week but wanted to come back and tell you how brave you are for sharing. No one would have any idea you had anxiety!
You are beautiful inside and out!
Thank you for shating, it's so good to see that you can be open about anxiety, and still live a fulfilling life and have energy to work, film videos and get out of bed. There will be moments when you don't have panic attacks don't give up if they cme back, you are not alone! xxx
I was in search of little comfort to make it through the moment... You soothed my broken heart. I love you for all the inspiration you radiate 💕
Thank you for this video. I have dealt with this all of my life and my 17 year old daughter has dealt with it herself for 8 years. Thank you for letting people know this is real and not something to be ashamed of.
Once again.. This is the reason I keep watching you.. You are the real deal!! I started watching you because I also do hair and makeup. I also suffer from panic and depression... It had a lot to do with why I didn't go to school until I was 40 to get my license to do hair. I made it through school and I stay busy at the shop... I never dreamed I would ever be able to do this because I suffered pretty bad. With medication and time I've made it!!! Thank you so much for sharing this and your hair knowledge!!!
You are such a beautiful human inside and out! I would have never thought you had anxiety or depression. I have been an extremely shy person my whole life and i just recently started to develop social anxiety and the fear of what other people think. I live in a country where these terms are understood probably as much as they were in America about 30-40 years ago, like people here still believe only mentally ill pacients can have depression or anxiety and they look at it as something strange or just funny, because they think you're making it all up as an excuse to be treated better than the others. It's really hard to live in such a society but knowing that there are a lot of people like me, helps. Thank you for the video!
That was very brave of you, ty. Your vulnerability made you even more beautiful to watch. AND you are proof that there is hope for us who sometimes don't believe that there is.
Silvia, I honestly so, SO appreciate that I did this. I suffer from anxiety and depression too and your video really is the first one about anxiety that I could truly relate to and I fully understand what it is you've been through and because of this, your advice is just perfect (I've seen a lot of other anxiety videos where the youtuber is experiencing a different type of anxiety eg claustrophobia related and while of course everyone will be a little bit different, it doesn't really relate to my experience). Well done you and a big thank you x
A fantastic and much needed video for all those people who have anxiety. I deal with it for several years and helps a lot to know that you are not alone and you aren't crazy!
This experience makes you a stronger person and we must never give up 💪🏽
The best is yet to come! 😊
Thank you so much for sharing this 💗 it was so comforting to watch. I appreciate your strength to show this side of you!
There are no coincidences in life...I have been looking at videos about going grey and stumbled upon your great videos. I became a subscriber. Well, after spending 3 days recently trying to help my 23 yr old son manage his anxiety, I opened my computer for some distraction and relaxation and saw this post! My son is in a new relationship, just moved to a new place and is a chef with a crushing schedule. His new girl was not aware of his anxiety issues which cause a great deal of stress for them both, so I sent them this link. They are both now researching this subject. Thank you, thank you, thank you...you are an angel!
Such a wonderful video. I have had anxiety and depression all my life too. Thanks for sharing😊
I hate anxiety & depression since I was a small child & only really got proper help for it about 4 years ago.
It's great to use your platform like this. Well done x
This was so helpful! Thank you for sharing. I had my first panic attack in third grade and still suffer from anxiety and depression. I am thankful God has gotten me thru some hard moments. I love how you mentioned that people with anxiety are usually more sensitive to others feelings. I definitely am more compassionate towards others because I need that same compassion in return🙂 Thanks again for sharing!
This was so eloquent and lovely of you to share. I've dealt with anxiety and depression myself, and it seriously can be such a struggle. It's awesome to know someone as amazing as you knows what it's like and has gotten through it & knows how to cope. Thank you for sharing your story and for just being a hopeful, beautiful light in so many ways :)
(PS I'm in the bay area and would TOTALLY come see you but eek I cut my own hair, thanks to one of your videos I watched a few years back! My hair is super thin and fine and I'm actually quite appreciative that I can just do it myself....so thank you :)
Silvia, I discovered your UA-cam channel yesterday while looking for hair care tips. Of course I found a video of yours that was super helpful to my hair needs, but I felt that there was something more. I thought to myself, "Wow, this woman seems really sweet and genuine.." I've been suffering with very high anxiety today and finally sat myself down to try and calm down. I pulled up UA-cam and decided to browse through your videos. For some reason they soothe me! And then I watched this one in particular and I'm just happy to have stumbled upon you. I also had my first experiences with panic attacks and anxiety when I was very, very young. I am 28 years old now and have been through so much - always trying to manage my anxiety and depression. There are good days and there are awful days. But I am thankful that people like you are helping to spread awareness and love. Thank you for this video and thank you for the hair knowledge. Thank you for being YOU!
Thank you for putting yourself out there. It's always a relief to see others who are succeeding through their struggles and who are brave enough to share the "behind the scenes" of their success. I've been pushing this depression/anxiety rock up a hill and I feel like I'm nearly at the top soon to push it off and be free of it for a while. I struggled severely with mental health in my tween years but it got better. So much so that I had forgotten all about it until 2014 took me by storm. I seriously thought I wasn't gonna make it out alive but praise God I'm doing so much better! I remember being horribly afraid to seek help or tell anyone what was going on and then feeling like my spouse was my enemy because he didn't understand how to support me... Those were some really dark times... I totally agree that people should be more educated on the symptoms and be aware of the "procedures" to follow when symptoms arise.
Great video! It's so important to share with your spouse. I also struggle with anxiety and depression, and I can't really imagine what it would like without that support. And you're so right - having physical and creative outlets helps a lot. Thanks so much for sharing your story! I did a video about this topic myself, and I was terrified! But I honestly felt so much better after talking about it. All the very best!
ella, this is coming at the perfect time in my life, i have known i had anxiety for years but never realized what my triggers were, well after a bad weekend, and some deep thought I think I finally know what my triggers are, I have felt ashamed of my anxiety for a long time, This makes me feel like Im not alone, and your absolutely right people without anxiety dont get it, at all, thank you for what you do, you are helping more people than u know :)
You are not alone! Best part is we have survived and even thrived. I am going on 55 years of struggles and have learned to try and challenge myself when severe anxiety hits. Not easy, but empowering. Thanks for sharing. I don't feel so alone. ❤️🙅
I love this video. Helps to know I'm not alone. It isn't the easiest thing to live with. Thank you so much. Really needed this tonight.
Everything you said is exactly what I have gone through also. It's so scary when no one understands what is going on. Thank you so much for making this video
I follow you since the toning video and thank you for talking about this subject in such good and personal way. I have anxiety disorder, depression & post traumatic stress disorder. Breathing exercises (next to therapy) really helped me and I now control my breath better now, it's lower in the core and not high in the chest and throat anymore. Also I don't watch the news, only listen to classical radio and then every hour they give you a 5 minutes highlights of the news and I can also pause for 5 min. if I don't want to hear it. Thank you so much for sharing and I wish only good things to come your way. Xoxo
Hi, Silvia! What a wonderful thing to share with your fans! I am a new subscriber and I could relate very much to this topic as, not only do I suffer from anxiety and depression, but my 17 year old daughter does, too. My high school and college life were amazing and my life was very manageable for most of my life thanks to my amazing parents, brothers, and friends. This has changed drastically in the last four years as I have lost both of my brothers and both of my parents...most recently my dad in September, 2016. This has derailed my poor daughter during some extremely formative years and I feel pained and helpless watching her struggle with the crippling effects of this disease at such a crucial time in her life. It is painful to see that she is unable to have the same wonderful experience that I had in high school. I am afraid that she won't have a positive college experience, either. I forwarded your video to her in hopes that she will feel less alone and isolated knowing that someone who suffers as she does can be a public figure, too. Again, thank you for sharing your private struggle!
Awww, I feel you. I have had similar issues for over 30 years and have similar experiences to what Lacey mentions below. I'm highly sensitive to bad energy from others and it plays games with me as I don't know how to act when I experience bad or negative energy especially from co workers (we spend more time at work than at home) so I appear to be a distant or aloof person to others when it's so far from the truth. You are far from alone... You sound like you have such a great handle on your feelings/anxiety.....Thank you for sharing!
My SO was diagnosed with GAD around the age of 7, and I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate this video. I feel disappointed in myself that I will never fully understand what it's like to live with anxiety everyday, but I try my best to be understanding, empathetic, and flexible. I'm glad you touched on the importance of communicating with loved ones openly about how one is feeling, thank YOU for being open and sharing your story with others. ♥
Thank you so much for doing this video, I've had anxiety since I was a child but I never knew what it was and I was afraid to say anything because I thought that my parents might think I was not normal. Love your personality .
Thank you so much for making this video. Everything you said, I understood. I felt so comforted by you sharing your story and advice!
Thank you for sharing this part of yourself. Its funny how you can perceive someone one way, and find out something about them that is a complete difference. I know I have had anxiety, and beat myself up on a regular basis. Being your best friend is hard but sooooo worth it. Breathing also helps!!!
Oh I have horrible panic attacks and some people don't understand it. I worked as an ER RN for years and have seen so much trauma and loved my job and never had anxiety at work. Now at home it's terrible!!!!! I'm so glad you are addressing this topic. The shame society has put on anxiety, depression or any other mental condition has gotten better but we have a long way to go!!! You hit the nail on the head when you make the comparison between mental conditions and a chronic illness such as diabetes and hypertension. It's sad how folks with anxiety or any other mental conditions are not treated on the same level. We need more emphasis on this bc in our day and age there is no excuse for the lack of resources out there for this. Thank you for helping take the shame out of your anxiety. I have explained to my kids when I was experiencing and still experiencing a panic attack so they could talk to me which would help ground me to pull me out of that attack. I get them a lot when I drive. I can speak at work and do a presentation in front of 200 doctors with no problems. Put me on the freeway during rush hour or sitting when it's quiet? Oh the panic is terrible.
thank you for making this video. most people can never understand how it really is, until they experience it themselves.
thanks for sharing this. depression and anxiety is something alot of us have to deal with and it was always irritating to me when ppl would say its all in your head,i feel ppl who havent had to deal with it just dont understand it all. it helps to hear others talk about their experience.
I really appreciate you creating this video. it was really great to see someone advocating for acceptance and support.
I have had clinical depression with anxiety for over 20 years and this video has given me some real help and hope, thanks for sharing and your gift
I love how more and more I see people talking about this. Mental health is not a subject people really talk about in a good light. Why should I feel ashamed for something out of my control? I have battled Anxiety, Panic attacks and social anxiety since I was 16. I went through different stages of course, but now that I'm older it does feel more shameful. Thank you for speaking about your own experience.
thank you for this vid. i was diagnosed bipolar and anxiety twelve years ago and I love you when people speak out about mental illnesses. it is nice when people speak out about it. and I do think it makes me a better parent, I feel things on a different level and thats not necessarily a bad thing. i also really appreciate the gratitude you give to the support people we have. my husband is a saint. he is so supportive and helpful to me. I think sometimes that it is harder for him than me, if I have a bad day or whatever he has to deal with it. I always think that it's probably harder for him bc he doesn't really know what I feel but he's there and he helps and he tries to understand. shout out to supportive people. they have to deal with so much more than han anyone realizes. I'm sure I rambled and have typos but I really wanted to say THANK YOU! it's things like this that make mental health more socially acceptable. 😁👍
This video makes me feel so much more normal and happy! thank you for that, you are brave!!xx
You are amazingly honest and beautiful. I made my husband watch this, maybe to get a glimpse into my world of fear. Anxiety, paniac attacks and depression try to ruin my life but honestly working on my outsides have helped me feel more confident and comfortable. I wish I could meet you. You have so changed how I look at things. Wish I lived in SF so you could fix my hair. Thanks for the monet suggestion. It's changing my hair for the better! I adore you. Rock on. Love your number one fan from the Bronx, Ny
Thank you for making this video. It is so good to know that I am not alone feeling this way with anxiety. I feel like you have described me & knowing you feel this way too is no longer making me feel like I need to hide it.Thank you
Hi Elle I didn't see this video until now I saw the later one and I replied that I had suffered with anxiety since I was about 16 I am now 53! It is one of the most horrible things someone has to deal with I think you are so brace to put yourself out there and talk about it it really helped me and you described anxiety to a T. You paint a smile on your face and leave the front door No one would ever know I suffered with it I've always been chatty with people and sociable in front of my children so they never picked up on my fear! I would hate them to inherit it off me! I actually could feel your vulnerability through the phone as I listened to you I am that in tune with anxiety but like me if you hadn't of said anything no one would of known you suffer with it I do the deep breathing like you but haven't come across a magic pill that takes it all away! I think you are so strong Elle for talking about it and you are so lucky to have a Adam my other half is so laid back he doesn't really understand mental illness and doesn't really believe in it although he has seen me have a panic attack he is now starting to take an interest if there is something on the radio while he works he will listen to it! And talk about it when he comes in. I'm going through the menopause at the moment which for some reason has made my anxiety worse so I'm having more bad days than good! My mum was great at listening to me unfortunately she had a stroke and passed away two years ago I feel now I have no one I have really good old school mates one in particular who often text me for a girlie night out but the thought sometimes of getting ready nails painted etc etc is too much for me so I decline on their offer then I feel bad! But Elle I can't Thankyou enough for doing this video it's made me think I'm not the only one and you don't look anxious at all when you do your blogs so a big 👍🏼 to you I admire you so much lots of hugs to you😘😍💕💕💕. The only thing I find helps is vitamin B complex. Well done keep up with the great videos xxx
Thank you so much. I have felt that I can't talk about the anxiety I feel but you made me think about this as a something that I should not be ashamed of...thank you again..I've had people say, "just learn to control it..." it's just in your head"...those comments are just not helpful..
Thank you so much for this video. Anxiety / Depression is a very difficult thing to deal with and hard for others who don't have it makes it difficult for loved ones to understand or be aware. I truly relate to this struggle. Great advice :)
I hope others will agree that your videos are authentic and your views are valid and appreciated, much more than just when it comes to hair. Six years after this video was posted, I have found it amidst coming out of this exact topic and I completely understand. This helped, thank you.
thank u so much for making this video. ive suffered from anxiety and depression my whole life and it really sucks sometimes. i wish i could feel "normal" whatever that is. thanks for making me feel like im not crazy. *hugs*
Thank you so much for sharing! You have a positive outlook and I really appreciate it! I've had anxiety since childhood but have denied it- to a certain extent because I was told that it was all in my head. I have had help since and I feel a gazilion times better! It takes a strong person to share personal thoughts and I am so grateful to you for sharing.
xoxo Cat
p.s I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your hair coloring tips and beauty routine videos.
thank you for sharing this, it humanizes it and it was courageous of you to help others xx
I love this video! More people should watch it to really understand what it means living with anxiety and/or depression! Much love to you, Silvia, and thank you!
I had my first panic attack almost 20 years ago at 17 years old. it was the worst feeling I have ever experienced and even after I relaxed I still felt that sort of anxious feeling for about 24 hours after. I also suffer from depression and have been on and off meds for most of my adult life. My husband did tons of research and spoke to all my doctors about what to expect and how he can help me through it. it was so very hard on him until he figured out how to deal with it and work with me. depression and anxiety does get better as you get older and learn what works for you. best wishes to you.
I love the way you speak, there's such clarity and wisdom in your voice. Thank you for sharing x
Wish you the best :) thank you to share something so delicate about yourself to help others
Through so much of your video I just nodded my head and kept saying yes, yes, yes! So true! Thank you for sharing.
I love the ending ❤️ This video just made my day.
Sure im into beauty stuff, for example I learned about toning hair cuz of your videos, but I could have watched any other youtuber; I continued to come back because even tho at the time I didnt know you had anxiety and suffered from depression, I knew you were being vulnerable and I appreciated the raw real quality of your demeanor, I commend you.
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You are brave for being a youtuber, you are brave for having anxiety and still putting yourself out there. You are brave for shedding light on mental health..
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I am about to make a life changing descion and I woke up today so anxious but then I got on youtube to distract myself; I found this video and I feel validated. It is not easy being a young adult and with anxiety "adulting" is way harder! Thank u for making this video! I learned so much from your other videos but this one hits home!
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BEST of luck with the hair product line! My suggestion is an alcohol, silicone free hair mask for overprocessed hair without avacado or almond oil because regardless of the fact that those oils are commonly used for beautiful hair , its a common ingredient that many people are actually allergic too!
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Thank u so much for making this video! I have had worse general anxiety since having kids. It was mild prior to kids. It's reassuring to know others have it and live with it daily. Unfortunately I've never been able to afford professional help and I've resently, in the last year or 2 become anti social. It sucks but awareness and treatment options have bloomed in the past few years. I hopeful that the symptoms will decrease one of these days.
My god do I ever understand you. I'm 29 and have been dealing with anxiety, panick attacks and depression since I was 6. When you said that you did not want to talk about your stressors to not add to our stressors, I knew right then and there that you got it. You know whats up. I have never related to someone more than at this moment, so thank you. We are not alone, and we'll be just fine :)
Change Is Good how was your heart beat when you are anxious?
Thank you so much for this vlog. I've had agoraphobia for 38 years and have been so discriminated against if I ever tried to explain it to people. Thank you for spreading awareness.
Guys, I've dealt with anxiety where I couldn't sleep more than 2hours a night, and cause of other issues. Let me tell you, Jesus has the power to take care of all anxiety. He really is that strong. And HE LOVES US. Just start praying consistently and coming to a local church where someone can lead you out of this. In God we find PEACE AND JOY AND PURPOSE. Those aren't just words, they are truth. 💜
Just saw this and I too at age 61 have this & have had this for 20 years. I've been on medication for it but it's worn off & now just talk to my family when needed. I really try to fight off the bugging thoughts & can sometimes. I do have a friend with it also. I have had so many days of not wanting to leave the house but now I go to break the thoughts & find I forget what I was thinking & it goes away! Hugs honey, you are a beautiful person inside & out!
Thank you for sharing. You reminded me that I've got to let my feelings out and let someone know when I'm feeling panicky or really anxious.
I've always been an anxious person, even as a child. I am 26 now. Due to certain events in my life, my anxiety has gotten worse. I had my first real panic attack last October. I thought I was losing my mind.
Taking care of myself (even though my children always come first) helps the MOST. Even getting to the gym or painting my nails will lower my anxiety so much. I do take medication as a last resort when breathing doesn't quite work.
Thank you Elle. I'm 45 and for the first time in my life I finally feel understood. I stumbled upon a hair cutting video of yours last night while ironically searching for help with my own depression and anxiety but never found any until tonight when I got back on to see more of your videos on hair and found this one. I immediately clicked on it. Its nice to see such an honest and sincere lady that's not only beautiful but kind too. thanks again. you've helped me more than you know. P.S. my idea for hair products.... we need better conditioning treatments and hair colors that actually come out like you want. thnx
Wow I have the same thing but mine began in my early 20's. I know exactly what you go through. I actually am on meds for it and see a psychiatrist. Your attitude is great and don't let no one shame you and say there are really sick people and just snap out of it. It is a real disorder and never be ashamed of it. None of us come perfect. It is not shameful! You are brave.
amazing video!!! it totally served its purpose. truly.
I’m having a very bad day today. I woke up with my heart racing and it’s just been a long, exhausting day. Wanting to cry, but having to work and smile through it has been tough but I watched this video on my lunch break and it really helped me. Thank you so much.
Thank you for this video Elle. It really touched home & made me realize I'm not alone. It's not only anxiety it's also being a worrier. I worry about everything & it drains me. I just want it to get better
Same x
Learning how to cut my own hair is the reason why I have watched hundreds of hours of UA-cam videos including yours. You know very much about the geometry of layers of strands of hair on human heads. As do many of the people whose videos have been absorbing. You are a very good teacher. You explain things well. The terms I didn’t understand I could look up. So I have regularly watched a handful of people on UA-cam. You are a good teacher for me. I wasn’t expecting to see a different kind of video from you until I saw the title and decided to watch it. It reminded me that until someone chooses to talk openly about who they are, you can’t assume you know what their life is like. I hope that your decision to speak in this way on UA-cam was totally your idea. And that you have the freedom to continue or to focus these videos on as your subtitle says Beauty Lifestyle Fashion, as you may have been doing for a long time, and doing very well before you told people more of your own story. I will continue to watch your videos and learn what you choose to teach about hair. Thank you for that. You know so much.
omg god bless u i needed to see this video i have always suffered with anxiety learned how to cope with it but when i got pregnant with my first born it got so bad thats when eveyone found out and started to judge the worst part it was most his and some of mine it hurts me im still dealing with it god has helped me but its so sad for my daughter shes the one who is feeling it . the way my anxiety is affecting her is no one has held her or touched her i have have anyone around her it freaks me out its just a sad sad story and no one really understand and hearing u say it really makes me cry there r people like me i need people like that around me thank u so much god bless u ill pray for u
Wow Wow Wow.....Only got to watch your videos about a week ago and first thing I thought was "OMG she has got it soooo together" "she's so confident, I'd love to be like that"......never in a million years would I have thought you suffered from this
Much love from South Africa ....you've certainly opened my eyes
Thank you for this video!! I appreciate you very much. I have had anxiety, panic attacks, and depression for 15 years now. I lost my job 3 years ago because I missed so much work. My doctor kept taking me of work because I was having anxiety attacks daily. I wish deep in my heart I could take this all away from every single person that is suffering from this. All my love to all that is going through this. ❤️
i have been seeking God and really really i can tell u from the bottom of my heart that He WiLl heal you, he did it for me and he can do it for you. theres hope. dont give up
I too have not been able to work because of my depression and anxiety/PTSD. I just found out I will be receiving disability which is a huge blessing but still not very much money at all.
Thank you for sharing this with us Silvia! This video really spoke to me- you are such an inspiration! :)
Love the mix of personal and hair/style oriented vids!! :) Thank you for sharing!! Love your videos by the way ^_^ Have a great day/week!
Thanks for your video and for sharing. Another reminder that there are so many people going through difficult things and are all just coping as best they can. Honesty is gold in this time of too much anonymity and too many pseudonyms. You seem like a really nice person.
Regarding your question about hair products - I would love to see more cream products for fine hair, without too much alcohol, that smooth and create a bit of body and not stiff hold. Good luck with everything.
I love this video! It touched me in such a personal way, you have no idea how grateful I am to see such a strong beautiful woman speaking about this really important issue. You are such a caring person to have the strength to share with the world your experiences in order to help others! Brava girl! Also...I have incredibly long thin hair and have colored it every color under the sun, so it is incredibly damaged. My hair gets so tangled even after just one busy day, and I have such a hard time getting it untangled, sometimes I have to resort to cutting pieces out! I have used soooo many detanglers and conditioners but nothing seems to work. Especially long term, I use two conditioners when I wash my hair, one for brushing out knots and another leave in after. But then the next day, my hair is back in a "bees nest" of a knot! I would absolutely LOVE a detangler that actually worked on my awful knots and a leave in that actually helped prevent future tangles! I know this is a tall order, but if anyone can conquer the task, you can! love you girl!
Thank you for your courage in sharing your story. You never know what you might say that helps someone. You might not even realize it, but by sharing your experience, strength, and hope you are doing service for so many.