The Germ Theory was never actually proven to be 100% accurate, yet the trillion dollar medical industry is entirely based on that theory. What's the CAUSE of death in people with this "virus"? Does their brain explode? Does their heart stop beating? The CAUSE of death is still pneumonia. Pneumonia is not something you can "catch". You DEVELOP it, just like you develop cancer. It's a biological result of being "scared to death" of something. Think of it like an internal wound that you can't see, but when it starts to heal (when the traumatic event dissipates), the healing of the wounds in the lungs will cause pain, mucus, blood, fever, headaches, coughing, etc. You don't show the symptoms of "disease" until you stop being panicked and afraid. These symptoms usually show up 1-2 weeks after you've relaxed and resolved the upsetting event. The cause of death in Small Pox was PNEUMONIA. It wasn't from the acne cysts. That's not enough to kill you. The only people who developed Small Pox were those involved in attacks...Indians and military. The FEAR of being attacked or the attack itself CAUSED the pneumonia. Small Pox doesn't exist today not from a vaccine, but because we don't go around attacking tribes anymore. Governments around the world are CAUSING fear frights, thus CAUSING all the illnesses, aka Boogey Virus, in everyone based on an unproven THEORY by one man, Louis Pastaur, who redacted his claim of the germ theory on his death bed, yet no one listened. The US is following an outdated theory that's 100 years old and has not questioned or retested that "science" since then. They believed In witches and curses back then!! Could it be because a Ca-Zillion dollar medical industry profits on following an outdated "science" model?! They've been using the same cancer "treatment" for 80 YEARS. They can't think of something besides POISON in all this time?!?! So of course, when everyone is allowed to escape the hostage situation the governments have put their people into, and they start relaxing about the "scary virus" that's not in any way transmissible, they will begin their healing phase (get sick), and believe they then have the "scary virus", and more panic will ensue as well as martial law. The longer people allow this government to hold them hostage in their homes, the more severe the "sickness" will be. Western Medicine is pure fraud, and people's lives are destroyed because of it.
@@PunkiMunki so glad you got it sorted out. I hope that you've been able to find coping mechanisms. Our brains are so weird & amazing. It's just a matter of figuring out what your's is doing. Best!
Most people die of pneumonia, whether they're a cancer patient, heart failure patient, etc. It's the reason an elderly patient is considered high risk for death following an injury like breaking a hip ---you cannot move freely and your lungs become fluid filled. If you do not die of a heart attack, a stroke, or severe physical trauma, you will likely technically die of pneumonia.
“obsessing about everything but you in order to avoid anxiety” literally me rewatching tbbt 6 times and watching every Mayim video/interview available in 2020…
I’ve watched it three times last year :)) 🙋🏻♂️ i also noticed when they mention Blossom and two seasons later Mayim shows up. Each episode I’m looking at the background and observe sort of things they have in the room - like how Sheldon kept that drawing which was supposed to be a gift for Amy 😂
I never knew I needed a Mayim and Grace collab, but I’m happy it happened. As one who loves to hear Mayim talk about things, I hope this podcast continues.
Startng today, March 21, 2024, I'll binge listen to Mayim's podcast while working. I wanted to listen on spotify but Im here because of the shoulder thing and I am not disappointed! hahahha
For a woman who is so smart in a very complicated field of science, how do you manage to describe such complicated subjects in such simple language so that the "average" person can understand it!?!? Your way of describing things is enjoyable and entertaining and informative! Your children are very blessed to have you for their Mom! I think this podcast is a good outlet for your anxiety and all the knowledge crammed into your head! Have a blessed and stress free day!
When you’re smart and really understand something, you’re able to meet someone at their level and “dumb it down” :) everyone can do it too, just in different subjects. I can dumb down coding or feelings, but I can’t dumb down something like how a car works haha
I'm so glad to see this... I'm an Indian, and people here don't consider anxiety as a real problem...they think anxiety is a tantrum...after seeing this video it's so comforting to know there are people all around the world who feel the same way as I do...I finally feel belonged and a little bit understood...thank you so much mayim...I adore you so much and you're perfect 🤩💌💞
Forget common people, even doctors who are not psychiatrist doesn't know about anxiety and depression. I went to 5 -6 doctors in Bangalore in all the major hospitals for my irritable bowel. The anxiety was written all over my face. Yet all they gave me was antacids and some gastric medicine. It's only after I googled extensively about my symptoms, I decided to go to a psychiatrist after suffering for about 4 years.
Recommend. Thanks for mentioning about death of your father. I had a period of severe anxiety and dissociation after the death of my father. I couldn’t stop crying I went and sought help but not “ in time” I was ostracized from my work and ended up losing my job. I would love to hear a podcast on neuro changes with grief 💔💙
@@laura91939597 I'm so sorry to hear this happened to you. It is hard enough to lose someone we love, but to lose something like a job that would give you distraction must have been very hard. But it sounds like your grief was so profound that it needed your full attention. I hope you are doing better these days. I understand. My brother died in a tragic accident. It took me 3 years until I was able to not cry every day. One day I just got real mad and shouted out loud to my brother that I couldn't do this anymore. I guess I needed to vocalize that I needed to stop. I get weepy now and then and I miss him, but I finally made it over that mountain. After that I was able to accept he had died. I talk to him all the time though. Wishing you the best.
@@laura91939597 lost my mom to covid - coming up on 1 yr when nobody knew it was here. With so much grief in the world, a podcast about complicated grief and divine grief with death of pandemic amounts. We have a whole handful of.kids that hear the word death everyday like it's NBD anymore. That's not ok. Kids need space to grieve even if they don't know they are. A child dying of covid frightens every child even if they didn't know them. These are all souls. I am feeling the grief of the world deeply. As well as my own complicated struggle. Thanks for bringing that up. Good topic.
I use the "nail index". Once I told a coworker that if she saw my nails were alright she could ask me for extra help, but if they were all bitten she should know that I was doing all I could.
Two amazing women (and in man) being bravely vulnerable is amazing. Only my second Mayim video, both female comedians. All impressive for the depth they are willing to share. And just be human.
When someone tells you you're so talented, you'll do great it kind of sets the bar so high that you can feel like you cannot possibly fulfill that expectation of perfection. It seems like they are being supportive and encouraging but that feeling of not being able to measure up to their expectation can be paralyzing.
Wow, we really needed this Mayim. Please do an episode on ADHD as it feels very lonely since most people have no idea what we struggle with/that we struggle at all. Thanks!!
Yes, please! I would love to get Mayim's insight on this. I was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and I haven't found many resources on how ADHD affects girls/women. I feel there are more resources focused toward children and the typical symptoms found in boys- more than girls, at least in my experience.
Yes! I have what three different neurologists have said is the worst case of ADHD they have ever seen! Would love some different insight. For me, yoga is very helpful for ADHD and anxiety. And also dbt/cbt therapy.
I suffer from anxiety and panic attack. They’re chronic. Started when I found out I had a chronic physical illness. On medication and seeing a counselor. But I feel so alone in my journey. The aloneness makes the anxiety worse. It feels like I won’t ever get better. That I’ve become too much of a burden to those that love me. This podcast at least has helped me know that what I’m feeling is “normal”. That many are experiencing the same as me. Thank you for creating this podcast.
When my anxiety was at its worst, the most helpful feeling, was knowing I wasn’t alone, that so many others were in the same hell I was. It WILL get better. Trust it.
Be gentle on yourself,, I suffer as well... We are not burdens Please believe that!! We are people that feel deeply about things,, which makes us feel different,, be kind to yourself & others. God Bless ❤️🙏
You are definitely not alone. I thought anxiety and depression were behind me until I got diagnosed with cancer. Then it seemed lesser until my cancer came back again. Take heart. My anxiety seems gone for the moment and has been gone for a few months now. So relieved. I think meditation has helped me the most and using the tarot cards as a tool to get inside into myself. It’s difficult but I do think meditation has been the best thing. It doesn’t always help with that moment because I can’t focus but when I calm down a little and get through it, then meditate on a regular basis. It seems like it doesn’t come back very much. Take heart.
Mayim!!! I’m so glad you are talking mental health!!! Thank you for helping “normalize” mental health conversation. I have anxiety up the wazooo! Nail biting, lack of sleep, stomach issues, scab picking, news/ present day politics, and working at staying sober. 😬
Yes! Including myself (i agree with slimsonite). Its a really strugle for me to not be able to controle the anxiety despite the knowleadge i have about It and about my strugle.
Exactly. I’m to the point where I can identify exactly where my anxiety is coming from 99% of the time but that doesn’t make it go away bc I can’t seem to convince myself it’s not true (even though it usually is)
I have post partum anxiety and depression syndrome. I'm from Chile so first was the social riot when my newborn was 1 month old and then the pandemic. First time mom and teleworking. Thanks for this. The mental health system in this country is only for wealthy people (very very expensive ) so is a huge help for me what your doing with this podcast.
Angelina! I'm in Valpo and also going through everything with a baby. Not sure if you know but there are some online groups for English Speaking Moms in Chile...feel free to message me or join us there. Hope it helps, Anna
@@angelinamdh Lo mas grande es Discover Chile English Speaking Moms, pero alla es posible preguntar si hay otros grupos en tu region. En cual region estas?
I just resently learned that I have been anxious my entire life. I can sleep alone in a tent under the stars in the wild but I cannot take criticism, makes me anxious. Thank you for this incredible podcast.
As someone with anxiety, who has although known about their anxious behavior but recently started seeing physical repercussions, I was getting anxious listening to this by realizing how much my anxiety could impact me 🙈🙈
I love right when you were talking about people with anxiety picking their skin, I was picking my skin. I know I need to stop picking but it’s so hard to stop
I used to constantly (and now still from time to time but waaay less) pick my skin and bite the skin around my nails off and stuff. I think it mainly got better when I moved out of my parents house a few years ago (so maybe less anxiety) but especially seemed to help to play video games instead of only watching TV shows cuz it keeps my hands busy and even while watching TV shows I tend to often play small puzzle like games on my phone while watching it. Otherwise I usually keep random things on my desk that I can pick up and fidget with while working on something or talking on the phone etc. Just keeping your hands on something else basically helps a lot.
I found fidget spinners or keeping my hands busy with something else helped me with that. My coworkers always used to joke how I’d spin my pens around in my hands during meetings but it was because I was always so spun up with anxiety in meetings My friend swears by knitting and crocheting but I’ve never tried it.
“The delay” of needing to backtrack in processing is so real!! Omg you are all talking my language!! 😀😀😀😀 The empty space and trying to fill it up with anything possible is what I keep trying to to do too. You all are my AA mtg for mental health. 😍😍😍
I have anxiety, and it's affected my ability to work, to have relationships and dealing with my family and I felt really seen with this episode. I am also one of those nervous/anxious tummy people! I throw up when I am anxious!
Me too. Had trouble with breathlessness and went to every health specialist (cardiologist, alergist, pulmonologist etc., etc.) for a year trying to find out why. Was put on portable oxygen, blood tests, walking tests, sleep test, genetic tests, xrays, CAT scan, even a muscle biopsy, but kept getting worse. All the docs could find nothing, no diagnosis. Finally figured out I was extremely anxious and basically holding my breath a lot. Learned to be aware that when I was in a stressful situation or thinking about things that made me feel fearful or anxious, I became mindful of my breathing and relaxing my muscles Amazingly, I am much better. Still live as someone who is nearly always in fight or flight mode, although just below the surface. Still working on learning to relax.
Me too. Had trouble with breathlessness and went to every health specialist (cardiologist, alergist, pulmonologist etc., etc.) for a year trying to find out why. Was put on portable oxygen, blood tests, walking tests, sleep test, genetic tests, xrays, CAT scan, even a muscle biopsy, but kept getting worse. All the docs could find nothing, no diagnosis. Finally figured out I was extremely anxious and basically holding my breath a lot. Learned to be aware that when I was in a stressful situation or thinking about things that made me feel fearful or anxious, I became mindful of my breathing and relaxing my muscles Amazingly, I am much better. Still live as someone who is nearly always in fight or flight mode, although just below the surface. Still working on learning to relax.
MOST EXCELLENT - AM SHARING THIS NOW!!!!!!!! you all had my life!!! at 65 i now manage my anxiety, but was told i had house wives disease in the 70's. thank you all for getting this info out there
Grace is a unique woman from how many I have seen in my life, who is young and is more concerned about the body inside(the inner-self) and rightly reduces the focus on the outer shell alone! an impactful and informative podcast and was incredible to have heard two intriguing perspectives, especially on International Women's Day!
I'm playing catch up on your pod cast. This speaks to me so much! At 20 I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune and later on OA and RA as well as Fibromyalgia. I also was diagnosed with anxiety. I always wonder if the trauma of my childhood triggered all of it.... 😕
Thank you for this info. I have suffered with depression and anxiety for years since was a chid, I am now 57. Needless to say I did not do well in school. In the 80's I used to have panic attacks every night because of my job it was horrible. Thought I was going to die, felt like i was suffocating, and having a heart attack, I kept clawing at my shirt neck, pacing, crying, hyper-ventilating. So glad I don't work there anymore. I still have to constantly move my leg while sitting, i overeat, pick at my skin. I used to bite my nails (hands & feet) and chew the inside of my cheeks, pick at my lips, pull out my eye lashes and brows.I used to have OCD. I still have those repeated thoughts that drive me crazy, all day that I just can't let go of for hours. I thought this was from the depression but it seems to be anxiety. Loud music helps. My depression is irritability and anger, not sadness. I was on Prozac for several years but now I'm mostly doing OK with adaptogenic mushrooms and a healthier diet. I still have a short temper but try to meditate on a regular basis. I became an Animal Reiki Master, that really helps a lot, also being around animals help a lot. I will look into a weighted blanket I think it would be beneficial around my neck and chest.Thank you!
I have suffered from anxiety most of my life. When I was a child I was very shy like Grace and it wasn't until I got involved with Drama in High School that I was able to come out of my shell. I am 53 years old and my anxiety controls my life! I am one of the really special and fortunate people that gets extremely RED all over my body when I'm anxious! People will ALWAYS comment on this because I am so fair skinned and it looks like a really bad sunburn. I'm sure it is extremely weird to watch me when this happens because one second I'm ghostly white and the next I'm dark red!! UGH!! One of my sister has the same fun gift and we laugh about it when we get together. We laugh about what people must be thinking to watch such a spectacle! Because of this I avoid new and unfamiliar situations. I am pretty much a home body. This is not a way to live and podcasts like this one help me to know that I'm not alone and I'm not some "freak show". LOL! Thank you Mayim , Jonathan and Grace! 💖💝💘
@Mayim Bialik I started listening to your Glennon Doyle ep and also identified with food disorders. I am severely overweight but I am working hard at becoming healthy and this has inspired me. Hoping to schedule Bariatric surgery soon so I can get my life back on track. It is also so helpful to learn about the physical and chemical aspects of the brain and it’s impacts. Also thoroughly enjoyed the Leslie Jordan.
Oh this is cool. As someone who is diagnosed with both anxiety and clinical depression. Oh, I suffer from IBS due to anxiety. I’ll subscribe to the podcast. When I get anxious, I listen to music. New wave from the 80’s is my anxiety breaker. Oh, the times I’ve been to the ER thinking I was having a heart attack, when it was having anxiety. Talk therapy and medication have been a huge help. I’m going to school (in my late 40’s) to get my Bachelor’s in Business Administration so I can work for a nonprofit that deals with mental illness. I have my Associates in Lib Arts Social and Behavioral Sciences.
I used to get such violent panic attacks. And almost always in a place where I couldn’t get up and move (feeling trapped) to dispel some of the fear. Being also diagnosed with suicide ideation created a solution to stop them rendering me helpless, often in public. My thoughts became so suicidal which when combined with drinking nearly 9 liters of wine a day resulted in a desperate plea that found me in a detox facility on suicide watch. Needless to say, through manic phases that had me unable to sleep for four days to the opposite where I lacked the motivation to get out of bed for days on end I survived. With proper medication and keeping my mind busy I have avoided repeating that part of my life. Through all of that I learned a great axiom to live by, “ Don’t anticipate to precipitate...” This has lasted me in good stead. To often I was so worried about having a panic attack that that anxiety would give me one... I’m doing much, much better now. Thank you so much Mayim for these talks of yours. Every little bit helps with those of us who wake up each day and have to ask, “How am I feeling today...?” #Mayimhelps
Hi, Mayim! I have been one of your biggest fan since your Blossom years. I love this new platform for you. You are so articulate, honest and informative. In my opinion, you're not "too much" of anything, it is the other person that is lacking what you have. I can relate a lot to the behaviors of anxiety you and Grace discussed. I have experienced a nervous stomach, hot flushes on the chest and face, endless thought loops, and etc. I think Jonathan is great co-pilot. Perhaps, tell him to pipe up more. I look forward to hearing more from you two and your guests. Thank you so much!
oh wow, my brain is working to fast and didn't put in, when it is "not" bed time here...I'm 50, dx with adders at the age of 38 (ah ha moment)/39 (official). Learning so much, seeing Grace Helbig through bigger hart(o) of compassion. So if I never get the chance to debrief about a meltdown at Vid Con aus 2018, this has really brought a little bit more compartmentalization of it. Thank you for this.
I love this. I love the first topic was anxiety, since I was diagnosed with GAD many years ago. Thank you. In a world where mental health issues are a taboo, this episode felt like a mother's hug on a scary day. Thank you so much
Thank you SO MUCH for this show! I really appreciate that you are helping to add to the wisdom about anxiety! I’ve had anxiety and depression all my life. There are a few medications I take daily, and a “rescue med” for intense situations. I first self-harmed at age 5, and have struggled with it on and off since, most recently the past 3 years on a daily basis. DBT courses and several types of Therapy have helped a great deal (I’m still here!) and my weekly support group is essential. I have other chronic health problems that keep me at home (even before the pandemic) 90% of the time. Since March 13, my agoraphobia has actually helped me in staying home all the time, only leaving for medical appointments and to the bank a few times. I miss my friends, going to coffee, concerts, bookstores, record stores, and theatre stuff. I’ve pretty much switched to life online with friends all over the world. Once we have vaccine coverage, I look forward to our “family reunion.” Until then, my cat, my IRL as well as online friends keep me engaged while my natural tendency is to hide. I look forward to your future episodes (which I see there’s one more thus far!) Dr Bialik!!!💙💙💙
Thank you so much for this podcast! My husband passed away in 2016 and about 9 months later I had a skin condition pop up. I went to the dermatologist and they gave me a steroid cream that never cleared up the issue. I am a picker that has only kept the areas of issue actively scabby. I will now go to my Dr and discuss my emotional issues.
An absolute and desperately needed breath of fresh Air. Mayim, you are such a Soul Sister to so many on this Planet. So articulate and capable describing and addressing these very real issues, feelings and symptoms. It's very important to educated people and I feel your authentic format makes it easy to absorb. Best wishes on your journey forward...
Thank you! This was brilliant! I just turned 64 and still dealing with childhood issues. As an adult you learn better about putting a child in the backseat but sometimes you need to be reminded. Thank you so much for the reminder. Mayim, you are so smart and I love listening to smart women. You and Grace make a great team!
Yes! If I am knitting I can sit still and listen to a conversation. When I was in school, my notebooks were full of geometric doodlings and alphabetical lists of items from random categories, because I could understand lectures much better if I was multi-tasking. Some profs got it, once the grades proved I was engaged. Some got offended and angry, seeing it as disrespectful. Nope, just trying not to jump out of my skin.
I love that anxiety and mental health issues are more mainstream than they were years ago. I grew up with anxiety and it was very, very hard to deal with alone. I inherited it and so did my children, my daughter more so. I have recognized her behavior and we have had an open dialogue about her anxiety all these years and it is just great! So many people just openly talk about it now and it is just so comforting. Thank you for doing this!!
The only thing or type of anxiety I didn’t see discussed was “freeze”. I have literally been so frozen or locked in by anxiety, my heart rate is up, my breathing is shallow... I know I need to do better breathing, relax my muscles one by one, go and get my damn rescue pill but it can take 10-20 minutes to be able to physically move. Those are my worst attacks. The absolute worst. Even night terrors are better than that locked in feeling.
I totally agree. It seems this area is often forgotten and a lot of people are not aware of this third response. You always hear fight or flight and never freeze. Would love to hear more from Miyam about that component. Thank you for bringing that up.
When you talked about The reason for anxiety is for the procreation of life; to continue the existence of the DNA. I remember being a new mother. He is now 34. But up until he was in middle school, I had these looped thought just before I would go bed. They were what I needed to to protect my child in case something bad that might happen. I won’t write it here, but these thought were very specific, and of a horrible nature. I would think of every kind of Scenarios. Every night, it would be hours before I could relax, and finally fall asleep. What I do now is also something I have since I was born according to my mother is rock my right foot back and forth while laying in bed. Anxiety, excess energy, who knows, I think the former, but I’ll save that if I could find a therapist. Thank you for your podcast. 💯
I do this, and can't stop myself. It's so embarrassing. They look at me like I'm a weirdo. But, they're not in the anxious seat. I feel like the spotlight is zoomed in on me, and I start to ramble and repeat myself.
A wonderful discussion. There were so many topics/subtopics you touched on that could have hours devoted to them. I was lucky enough to find that solitude in nature was my best cure for anxiety. Spending time outside, breathing in and out with the wind or waves lapping on the shore, was best way for me to rid myself of anxiety. Whenever I fidgeted or moved, it quickly became sort of a loop that I got stuck in - I would move to rid myself of anxiety but then quickly found that I couldn't stop moving which brought more anxiety. Being still and silent outside forced me to see that the world was still there and was still moving forward despite whatever event triggered my anxiety. I can't wait to watch your next discussion!
Relate, relate, relate! Anxiety sucks and rocks at the same time! Thought I was just a very shy kid, but I was, and still am, socially anxious. Public speaking and impromptu speeches are my weaknesses. I would stutter, my heart would race, my throat would constrict and dry, my hands would get clammy, and I would feel lightheaded from all the anxiety. It got better thought after I acknowledge that anxiety, and flow with it instead of fight it. Congrats on this new podcast, Mayim! An entertaining and informative platform to destigmatize mental health struggles, especially in this time! Can't wait for more episodes! 😄
I have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety and social anxiety. The worst thing is that the fears that come with anxiety are usually irrational. You can’t beat them by telling yourself that they are not real. I literally would rather be held up at gun point then speak before a crowd since the fear is based on a real danger that I can make a plan of action to resolve.
At 51:15 Mayim talks of her VERY critical parents, and I had the same issue. Both of mine were models and stressed the importance of being perfect, they thought there wasn't a second choice of the way to live but to strife--AND achieve--perfection. They criticized the way people looked (nose shape, teeth, etc.), the way people acted, things people did, and more. This show is helping me come down from all that--after 74 years!!! Thank you, Mayim!!!!!
I have been binge listening the last few days but this episode has really resonated for a kind of opposite reason. I spent many years (about 9) trying to “convince” an assortment of medical professionals that I was not in fact having anxiety attacks. I was ignored, suffered eye rolls and was told to meditate. Wrong … what I needed was medical intervention for a heart condition. For women “anxiety” is such a tricky word because when it is the issue you are often seen as weak and when it isn’t you are just seen as “crazy”. Either way so many women just suffer in silence … I know I did. I would love to hear a conversation about how our mental health is called into question when in truth it’s not the issue at all.
Yay! Mayim first post is here! Going to watch it. I addressed a question about “guiltiness” not having seen the red alerts when a close one comits suicide. Hope in some episode this will be addressed. Even if suicide is still a kind of stigma.
I think it's hysterical that I can't escape Wil Wheaton. His Table Top series has been keeping me company during Covid restrictions. Then he crops up in several series I'm binging. Now he's here (in name, at least)!
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) - Unbreakable loops, going through life like a freight train where everything has to happen right now, and not breathing (tension). Thank you, and keep up the good work, Mayim!
This is my first podcast ever. I am happy that this was my first. Mayim is one of my favorite people and this topic is very important to me.Thank you Mayim for all that you do and for just being who you are. ❤
the words that you guys have said are the words that I needed to hear. thank you so much, this is definitely my comfort podcast❤️ i love it. this is amazing❤️
I just realized through this incredible episode that I grew up in a country that suffers from collective anxiety (Israel). This has enormous implications of our culture and values. You're giving an incredible gift to the world with this podcast. Thank you!
I have never been so grateful to understand English. You have no idea how this video helped me. And everyone else, they are changing my life. My deepest thanks, you are incredible.
Thank you for this Podcast!! My daughter is 21 and has been struggling with OCD and ADHD, of course with all that, Anxiety is on top of the heap. I just shared this podcast with my daughter and hopefully she can not feel so alone, which is part of Anxiety. I wish I knew more about it when I was younger and going through it myself. ( typing this as you are saying anxiety is genetic, lol) Anyway, thank you again. I really enjoy the Podcast and your New Show 'Call Me Kat" Good Luck to you in all you do!
after watching your 1st show, i can look back on my 76 years of life and see times and causes of anxiety and methods i devised to cope with it. i have lived in a fatherless home since the age of five, had a sister of eight years my senior charged at times with forced babysitting of me. stints of living in foster homes but then never let to believe that my mother didn't love me. discipline was more severe than what is considered to be healthy but somehow, i managed to come out level headed. many times as a child i would see things in movies and maybe on tv that depicted "crazy" people and i was always open in my mind to psychoanalysis to stratify whether or not if i were crazy. now i can see that each of my four daughters have some tendency to anxiety and much empathy for them and many other people in my life. i am scientifically oriented and i think that brain function is fascinating. i'll stop now before i run out of bandwith. thanks for all of this.
I suffer with anxiety, major depression, Panic disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. I have been on depression medication most of my life. I can’t remember a time I wasn’t on depression medication. I’m also medicated for my panic attacks. I take Cymbalta for my depression and Fibromyalgia. I am on Xanax for my panic attacks and Buspirone for my Anxiety. I feel deeply debilitated by my mental health. When I was younger I was able to get more help because I was on my fathers insurance. Now as a 34 year adult, I cannot afford health insurance. I am able to get my medications through a plan. I truly need the therapy I used to get as a child. CBT Therapy helped me so much when I was younger....anyway...not trying to make this long and drawn out...just wanted to share my sad story. I’ve always been a fan of yours Mayim since the Blossom days to now. Thank you for sharing your story as well. Also, Leslie Jordan...I’m a big fan of him since before the pandemic....but during this pandemic, his smile and his jokes has helped me more than he knows.
.....being human is the perfect explanation. I don't believe that their is anyone who goes through their life without anxiety at some point. Its the degree to which each person is affected. All of your tips and tricks (advice) work. My mom has always had anxiety, she taught all of us how to deal with nightmares, (turn the pillow over and start the dream again to change the ending - which apparently lucid dreaming), breathing exercises for me from the age of 10 (I'm 64 - mom's 85), when homework was becoming overwhelming - go out and play. ....and your explanation for experiencing an eczema outbreak has just explained mine (started near end of Mar. and still with me-itchy, itchy itchy) I'm really enjoying your podcasts. Thank you!
I LOVE Mayim and Jonathan. Between the two of them and a guest or two, they balance serious subjects with just the right sense of humor. Breakdown is my go-to podcast!
Mayim, I'm not going to lie until your new show I haven't seen you on tv, only on youtube. You have very delightful videos on Judaism which I appreciate immensely. But this podcast!!!!!! :) I'm excited thankyou
I feel bad for Mayim when watching some of her past videos and interviews where she is passionately talking about important topics and then, the interviewer or Q&A is like, “OMG, can you tell us about Amy and Sheldons wedding?!?!” - Talk about feeling invisible and misunderstood. I’m sure she appreciates BBT and the happiness it brings people but, there’s a time and a place for that.
Anxiety manifest its self for me on my skin in the form of Eczema and hives both. I'm glad you brought that up because doctors in my experience aren't great with understanding that anxiety can and does manifest like that. I'm laying under my weighted blanket right now and I 10/10 recommend a weighted blanket!
Totally relating to EVERY bit of this. I’m struggling deeply with anxiety. It’s now to the point where I pick at myself until I’m in pain and bleed. I left a marriage of 38 years. Right now I have been suffering from anxiety to the point of paranoia. To keep myself busy I take on huge tasks to keep so busy that I don’t allow myself to think or feel. Nightmares ever night haunt me. Now taking medication to stay calm enough to just exist.
When we took my husband to the ER the first time we thought he was having a heart attack. It was terrifying. His oxygen dropped, his heart was hurting with every beat, his chest was tight, his arms were numb, etc. he asked me to call his mom and say goodbye. We called 911 and they met us halfway to the hospital. It was so awful. Turns out it was his first anxiety attack. We asked the Dr. why he had all of these symptoms, we thought anxiety was just a tight chest. He said that we add all the symptoms in our head from what we see on tv. Terrible advise. Fast forward 10 years and he still gets these same symptoms when he has an attack.
Its so scary. I've been at the ER many times. Its gotten to where I tell them its probably a panic attack. I did however have Pneumonia one of those times, so don't hesitate to go. You never know.
Momc2k I’m sorry you’re experiencing that. My husband takes medication daily and also has some for attacks. It’s helped him a lot. I hope you’re able to find therapies to help you!
I have GAD and the best thing I have found for a panic attack...talk to the anxiety and say "bring it", like you are challenging it. The attack usually subsided within 2 minutes. This is a very scary thing to do at first but over time it gets easier. Also, I have had years of therapy, especially ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy).
Sharon R. It’s crazy you say that! He has done that! He got so fed up he just said, “Do your damndest! Just come on and kill me already!” He says it helps him feel more in control.
What I admire so much with you, Mayim, is that you never say erm or have any pauses - you are always so together talking you must have an amazing brain! Love you and ALL your work! Thanks!
I'm so grateful for this series and starting with anxiety is so topical, given the state of the world. Not enough people talk about it and a lot of the time it's helpful to just talk about the thing that's bothering you. Whew, I've had some dreams, definitely woken up terrified and/or crying more than a few times. Frequently I have a dream where I'm driving and my headlights aren't working so I can hardly see, yet I continue to drive. Not hard to analyze that one! 😛 Man did I relate to the scenario in which something that never used to cause anxiety now causes anxiety, even something that used to bring you joy. Anxiety is weird. Inconvenient and weird. Thanks to Mayim, Grace, and John. I can tell already that I'm going to love this series.
"Your body is just a weird shell for your personality" - that's so perfect!
@@PunkiMunki I have my rheumatism flare when I am stressed.
A very successful fear campaign perpetuated by drug companies, media, and corrupt politicians will cause....the flu.
The Germ Theory was never actually proven to be 100% accurate, yet the trillion dollar medical industry is entirely based on that theory. What's the CAUSE of death in people with this "virus"? Does their brain explode? Does their heart stop beating? The CAUSE of death is still pneumonia. Pneumonia is not something you can "catch". You DEVELOP it, just like you develop cancer. It's a biological result of being "scared to death" of something. Think of it like an internal wound that you can't see, but when it starts to heal (when the traumatic event dissipates), the healing of the wounds in the lungs will cause pain, mucus, blood, fever, headaches, coughing, etc. You don't show the symptoms of "disease" until you stop being panicked and afraid. These symptoms usually show up 1-2 weeks after you've relaxed and resolved the upsetting event. The cause of death in Small Pox was PNEUMONIA. It wasn't from the acne cysts. That's not enough to kill you. The only people who developed Small Pox were those involved in attacks...Indians and military. The FEAR of being attacked or the attack itself CAUSED the pneumonia. Small Pox doesn't exist today not from a vaccine, but because we don't go around attacking tribes anymore.
Governments around the world are CAUSING fear frights, thus CAUSING all the illnesses, aka Boogey Virus, in everyone based on an unproven THEORY by one man, Louis Pastaur, who redacted his claim of the germ theory on his death bed, yet no one listened. The US is following an outdated theory that's 100 years old and has not questioned or retested that "science" since then. They believed In witches and curses back then!! Could it be because a Ca-Zillion dollar medical industry profits on following an outdated "science" model?! They've been using the same cancer "treatment" for 80 YEARS. They can't think of something besides POISON in all this time?!?!
So of course, when everyone is allowed to escape the hostage situation the governments have put their people into, and they start relaxing about the "scary virus" that's not in any way transmissible, they will begin their healing phase (get sick), and believe they then have the "scary virus", and more panic will ensue as well as martial law. The longer people allow this government to hold them hostage in their homes, the more severe the "sickness" will be. Western Medicine is pure fraud, and people's lives are destroyed because of it.
@@PunkiMunki so glad you got it sorted out. I hope that you've been able to find coping mechanisms.
Our brains are so weird & amazing. It's just a matter of figuring out what your's is doing. Best!
Most people die of pneumonia, whether they're a cancer patient, heart failure patient, etc. It's the reason an elderly patient is considered high risk for death following an injury like breaking a hip ---you cannot move freely and your lungs become fluid filled.
If you do not die of a heart attack, a stroke, or severe physical trauma, you will likely technically die of pneumonia.
These conversations will save people's lives. Continue this substantial and entertaining work!
I think this is not only informative, but entertaining. The two of you compliment each other well. Will definitely listen again xo
I've woke up scared ti death! I usually remember them but not these. That could be a good thing
“obsessing about everything but you in order to avoid anxiety” literally me rewatching tbbt 6 times and watching every Mayim video/interview available in 2020…
MEEEEE
Omg I’m rewatching right now for the past 2 weeks I started again from season 1 and I am finally on the last season
I’ve watched it three times last year :)) 🙋🏻♂️ i also noticed when they mention Blossom and two seasons later Mayim shows up.
Each episode I’m looking at the background and observe sort of things they have in the room - like how Sheldon kept that drawing which was supposed to be a gift for Amy 😂
Thanks. Another good resource is the book "30 Days to Reduce Anxiety" by Harper Daniels. Recommended.
Thank you for being you and bringing Grace and light to our lives.
I never knew I needed a Mayim and Grace collab, but I’m happy it happened. As one who loves to hear Mayim talk about things, I hope this podcast continues.
Startng today, March 21, 2024, I'll binge listen to Mayim's podcast while working. I wanted to listen on spotify but Im here because of the shoulder thing and I am not disappointed! hahahha
For a woman who is so smart in a very complicated field of science, how do you manage to describe such complicated subjects in such simple language so that the "average" person can understand it!?!? Your way of describing things is enjoyable and entertaining and informative! Your children are very blessed to have you for their Mom! I think this podcast is a good outlet for your anxiety and all the knowledge crammed into your head! Have a blessed and stress free day!
When you’re smart and really understand something, you’re able to meet someone at their level and “dumb it down” :) everyone can do it too, just in different subjects. I can dumb down coding or feelings, but I can’t dumb down something like how a car works haha
I'm so glad to see this... I'm an Indian, and people here don't consider anxiety as a real problem...they think anxiety is a tantrum...after seeing this video it's so comforting to know there are people all around the world who feel the same way as I do...I finally feel belonged and a little bit understood...thank you so much mayim...I adore you so much and you're perfect 🤩💌💞
You are very valid and you are not alone❤️.
You are definitely not alone‼️ this is more common than you think😊
Forget common people, even doctors who are not psychiatrist doesn't know about anxiety and depression. I went to 5 -6 doctors in Bangalore in all the major hospitals for my irritable bowel. The anxiety was written all over my face. Yet all they gave me was antacids and some gastric medicine. It's only after I googled extensively about my symptoms, I decided to go to a psychiatrist after suffering for about 4 years.
Much love to you and knowno you're not alone .
Fellow anxious Indian here, internet-high five my friend!
As someone with anxiety, this podcast was really relatable. I didn't realise so many of my habits are caused by anxiety.
We’re all learning. Thank you for listening
Recommend. Thanks for mentioning about death of your father. I had a period of severe anxiety and dissociation after the death of my father. I couldn’t stop crying I went and sought help but not “ in time” I was ostracized from my work and ended up losing my job. I would love to hear a podcast on neuro changes with grief 💔💙
Thank you ❤️
@@laura91939597 I'm so sorry to hear this happened to you. It is hard enough to lose someone we love, but to lose something like a job that would give you distraction must have been very hard. But it sounds like your grief was so profound that it needed your full attention. I hope you are doing better these days. I understand. My brother died in a tragic accident. It took me 3 years until I was able to not cry every day. One day I just got real mad and shouted out loud to my brother that I couldn't do this anymore. I guess I needed to vocalize that I needed to stop. I get weepy now and then and I miss him, but I finally made it over that mountain. After that I was able to accept he had died. I talk to him all the time though. Wishing you the best.
@@laura91939597 lost my mom to covid - coming up on 1 yr when nobody knew it was here. With so much grief in the world, a podcast about complicated grief and divine grief with death of pandemic amounts. We have a whole handful of.kids that hear the word death everyday like it's NBD anymore. That's not ok. Kids need space to grieve even if they don't know they are. A child dying of covid frightens every child even if they didn't know them. These are all souls. I am feeling the grief of the world deeply. As well as my own complicated struggle. Thanks for bringing that up. Good topic.
I use the "nail index". Once I told a coworker that if she saw my nails were alright she could ask me for extra help, but if they were all bitten she should know that I was doing all I could.
More of these comments should be about Grace and how incredible she is
I liked her take on the modelling world. She is a very interesting person and loved her conversation
Facts
i agree!!! she is an exceptional woman. thanks for listening!
Two amazing women (and in man) being bravely vulnerable is amazing. Only my second Mayim video, both female comedians. All impressive for the depth they are willing to share. And just be human.
When someone tells you you're so talented, you'll do great it kind of sets the bar so high that you can feel like you cannot possibly fulfill that expectation of perfection. It seems like they are being supportive and encouraging but that feeling of not being able to measure up to their expectation can be paralyzing.
Wow, we really needed this Mayim. Please do an episode on ADHD as it feels very lonely since most people have no idea what we struggle with/that we struggle at all. Thanks!!
Yes, please! I would love to get Mayim's insight on this. I was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and I haven't found many resources on how ADHD affects girls/women. I feel there are more resources focused toward children and the typical symptoms found in boys- more than girls, at least in my experience.
@@sway2223 As silly as it sounds, tiktok has been super helpful for me.
@@AlexaReneConway will you explain more please?
Yeeeeesssss
Yes! I have what three different neurologists have said is the worst case of ADHD they have ever seen! Would love some different insight.
For me, yoga is very helpful for ADHD and anxiety. And also dbt/cbt therapy.
I love you both so much! Im 75 now, and it does get better.
I think I was given my shell from a second-hand store!
❤ Shirley
I suffer from anxiety and panic attack. They’re chronic. Started when I found out I had a chronic physical illness. On medication and seeing a counselor. But I feel so alone in my journey. The aloneness makes the anxiety worse. It feels like I won’t ever get better. That I’ve become too much of a burden to those that love me. This podcast at least has helped me know that what I’m feeling is “normal”. That many are experiencing the same as me. Thank you for creating this podcast.
I am sorry you are struggling. I have anxiety and take medication, so I understand. I am praying for you.
If you like animals having a pet really helps
When my anxiety was at its worst, the most helpful feeling, was knowing I wasn’t alone, that so many others were in the same hell I was. It WILL get better. Trust it.
Be gentle on yourself,, I suffer as well... We are not burdens Please believe that!! We are people that feel deeply about things,, which makes us feel different,, be kind to yourself & others. God Bless ❤️🙏
You are definitely not alone. I thought anxiety and depression were behind me until I got diagnosed with cancer. Then it seemed lesser until my cancer came back again. Take heart. My anxiety seems gone for the moment and has been gone for a few months now. So relieved. I think meditation has helped me the most and using the tarot cards as a tool to get inside into myself. It’s difficult but I do think meditation has been the best thing. It doesn’t always help with that moment because I can’t focus but when I calm down a little and get through it, then meditate on a regular basis. It seems like it doesn’t come back very much. Take heart.
Mayim!!! I’m so glad you are talking mental health!!! Thank you for helping “normalize” mental health conversation.
I have anxiety up the wazooo! Nail biting, lack of sleep, stomach issues, scab picking, news/ present day politics, and working at staying sober. 😬
I’ve watched Grace since I was like 12 years old. I’m 20 now. This is crazy.
Have you noticed that people expect you to get over or past your anxiety or depression because you have the knowledge and vocabulary to explain it?
Including yourself
Yes! Including myself (i agree with slimsonite). Its a really strugle for me to not be able to controle the anxiety despite the knowleadge i have about It and about my strugle.
OMG YOURE SO RIGHT
Exactly. I’m to the point where I can identify exactly where my anxiety is coming from 99% of the time but that doesn’t make it go away bc I can’t seem to convince myself it’s not true (even though it usually is)
I have post partum anxiety and depression syndrome. I'm from Chile so first was the social riot when my newborn was 1 month old and then the pandemic. First time mom and teleworking. Thanks for this. The mental health system in this country is only for wealthy people (very very expensive ) so is a huge help for me what your doing with this podcast.
Angelina! I'm in Valpo and also going through everything with a baby. Not sure if you know but there are some online groups for English Speaking Moms in Chile...feel free to message me or join us there. Hope it helps, Anna
@@annaddev164 Hola, sí por favor. Agregame al grupo.
@@angelinamdh Lo mas grande es Discover Chile English Speaking Moms, pero alla es posible preguntar si hay otros grupos en tu region. En cual region estas?
@@annaddev164 Región Metropolitana La Florida
@@angelinamdh hey, great for you to reach out. You are a good human ❤
I just resently learned that I have been anxious my entire life. I can sleep alone in a tent under the stars in the wild but I cannot take criticism, makes me anxious. Thank you for this incredible podcast.
Mayim and Grace crossover is just the best
As someone with anxiety, who has although known about their anxious behavior but recently started seeing physical repercussions, I was getting anxious listening to this by realizing how much my anxiety could impact me 🙈🙈
I love you Mayim! You are the women that brakes barriers in Hollywood. Thank you!
I've been watching Grace on YT for years and always enjoyed her and it was nice to see a calmer,.more serious side here.
I love right when you were talking about people with anxiety picking their skin, I was picking my skin. I know I need to stop picking but it’s so hard to stop
I used to constantly (and now still from time to time but waaay less) pick my skin and bite the skin around my nails off and stuff. I think it mainly got better when I moved out of my parents house a few years ago (so maybe less anxiety) but especially seemed to help to play video games instead of only watching TV shows cuz it keeps my hands busy and even while watching TV shows I tend to often play small puzzle like games on my phone while watching it. Otherwise I usually keep random things on my desk that I can pick up and fidget with while working on something or talking on the phone etc. Just keeping your hands on something else basically helps a lot.
I found fidget spinners or keeping my hands busy with something else helped me with that. My coworkers always used to joke how I’d spin my pens around in my hands during meetings but it was because I was always so spun up with anxiety in meetings My friend swears by knitting and crocheting but I’ve never tried it.
I used to be a Daily Grace fan, when she lived in NYC, I could never imagined she was dealing with anxiety. She's great :)
“The delay” of needing to backtrack in processing is so real!! Omg you are all talking my language!! 😀😀😀😀 The empty space and trying to fill it up with anything possible is what I keep trying to to do too. You all are my AA mtg for mental health. 😍😍😍
Grace is terrific!
I have anxiety, and it's affected my ability to work, to have relationships and dealing with my family and I felt really seen with this episode. I am also one of those nervous/anxious tummy people! I throw up when I am anxious!
As a Police officer this is something I didn't know I needed to hear. Thank you! Keep em coming.
I’ve been diagnosed with anxiety recently so I feel so understood by this episode. Thank you ❤️
Me too. Had trouble with breathlessness and went to every health specialist (cardiologist, alergist, pulmonologist etc., etc.) for a year trying to find out why. Was put on portable oxygen, blood tests, walking tests, sleep test, genetic tests, xrays, CAT scan, even a muscle biopsy, but kept getting worse. All the docs could find nothing, no diagnosis. Finally figured out I was extremely anxious and basically holding my breath a lot. Learned to be aware that when I was in a stressful situation or thinking about things that made me feel fearful or anxious, I became mindful of my breathing and relaxing my muscles Amazingly, I am much better. Still live as someone who is nearly always in fight or flight mode, although just below the surface. Still working on learning to relax.
Me too. Had trouble with breathlessness and went to every health specialist (cardiologist, alergist, pulmonologist etc., etc.) for a year trying to find out why. Was put on portable oxygen, blood tests, walking tests, sleep test, genetic tests, xrays, CAT scan, even a muscle biopsy, but kept getting worse. All the docs could find nothing, no diagnosis. Finally figured out I was extremely anxious and basically holding my breath a lot. Learned to be aware that when I was in a stressful situation or thinking about things that made me feel fearful or anxious, I became mindful of my breathing and relaxing my muscles Amazingly, I am much better. Still live as someone who is nearly always in fight or flight mode, although just below the surface. Still working on learning to relax.
OMG. I am only halfway through this, and I can relate to ALL of this.
MOST EXCELLENT - AM SHARING THIS NOW!!!!!!!! you all had my life!!! at 65 i now manage my anxiety, but was told i had house wives disease in the 70's. thank you all for getting this info out there
Housewife's disease!? How insulting!
Grace is a unique woman from how many I have seen in my life, who is young and is more concerned about the body inside(the inner-self) and rightly reduces the focus on the outer shell alone!
an impactful and informative podcast and was incredible to have heard two intriguing perspectives, especially on International Women's Day!
I'm playing catch up on your pod cast. This speaks to me so much! At 20 I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune and later on OA and RA as well as Fibromyalgia. I also was diagnosed with anxiety. I always wonder if the trauma of my childhood triggered all of it.... 😕
Thank you for this info. I have suffered with depression and anxiety for years since was a chid, I am now 57. Needless to say I did not do well in school. In the 80's I used to have panic attacks every night because of my job it was horrible. Thought I was going to die, felt like i was suffocating, and having a heart attack, I kept clawing at my shirt neck, pacing, crying, hyper-ventilating. So glad I don't work there anymore. I still have to constantly move my leg while sitting, i overeat, pick at my skin. I used to bite my nails (hands & feet) and chew the inside of my cheeks, pick at my lips, pull out my eye lashes and brows.I used to have OCD. I still have those repeated thoughts that drive me crazy, all day that I just can't let go of for hours. I thought this was from the depression but it seems to be anxiety. Loud music helps. My depression is irritability and anger, not sadness. I was on Prozac for several years but now I'm mostly doing OK with adaptogenic mushrooms and a healthier diet. I still have a short temper but try to meditate on a regular basis. I became an Animal Reiki Master, that really helps a lot, also being around animals help a lot. I will look into a weighted blanket I think it would be beneficial around my neck and chest.Thank you!
I have suffered from anxiety most of my life. When I was a child I was very shy like Grace and it wasn't until I got involved with Drama in High School that I was able to come out of my shell. I am 53 years old and my anxiety controls my life! I am one of the really special and fortunate people that gets extremely RED all over my body when I'm anxious! People will ALWAYS comment on this because I am so fair skinned and it looks like a really bad sunburn. I'm sure it is extremely weird to watch me when this happens because one second I'm ghostly white and the next I'm dark red!! UGH!! One of my sister has the same fun gift and we laugh about it when we get together. We laugh about what people must be thinking to watch such a spectacle! Because of this I avoid new and unfamiliar situations. I am pretty much a home body. This is not a way to live and podcasts like this one help me to know that I'm not alone and I'm not some "freak show". LOL! Thank you Mayim , Jonathan and Grace! 💖💝💘
Susan - this is me! I also turn bright red! And I was shy and used drama classes to come out of my shell. Thanks for sharing.
@Mayim Bialik I started listening to your Glennon Doyle ep and also identified with food disorders. I am severely overweight but I am working hard at becoming healthy and this has inspired me. Hoping to schedule Bariatric surgery soon so I can get my life back on track. It is also so helpful to learn about the physical and chemical aspects of the brain and it’s impacts. Also thoroughly enjoyed the Leslie Jordan.
Oh this is cool. As someone who is diagnosed with both anxiety and clinical depression. Oh, I suffer from IBS due to anxiety. I’ll subscribe to the podcast. When I get anxious, I listen to music. New wave from the 80’s is my anxiety breaker.
Oh, the times I’ve been to the ER thinking I was having a heart attack, when it was having anxiety. Talk therapy and medication have been a huge help. I’m going to school (in my late 40’s) to get my Bachelor’s in Business Administration so I can work for a nonprofit that deals with mental illness. I have my Associates in Lib Arts Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Thank you, Mayim, Grace, and Jonathan!
Congratulations on this Mayim, Love the discussion. You are incredible!
Thank you for taking the time to share so what of what you have Experienced.
I used to get such violent panic attacks. And almost always in a place where I couldn’t get up and move (feeling trapped) to dispel some of the fear. Being also diagnosed with suicide ideation created a solution to stop them rendering me helpless, often in public. My thoughts became so suicidal which when combined with drinking nearly 9 liters of wine a day resulted in a desperate plea that found me in a detox facility on suicide watch. Needless to say, through manic phases that had me unable to sleep for four days to the opposite where I lacked the motivation to get out of bed for days on end I survived. With proper medication and keeping my mind busy I have avoided repeating that part of my life. Through all of that I learned a great axiom to live by, “ Don’t anticipate to precipitate...” This has lasted me in good stead. To often I was so worried about having a panic attack that that anxiety would give me one... I’m doing much, much better now. Thank you so much Mayim for these talks of yours. Every little bit helps with those of us who wake up each day and have to ask, “How am I feeling today...?” #Mayimhelps
Hi, Mayim! I have been one of your biggest fan since your Blossom years. I love this new platform for you. You are so articulate, honest and informative. In my opinion, you're not "too much" of anything, it is the other person that is lacking what you have. I can relate a lot to the behaviors of anxiety you and Grace discussed. I have experienced a nervous stomach, hot flushes on the chest and face, endless thought loops, and etc. I think Jonathan is great co-pilot. Perhaps, tell him to pipe up more. I look forward to hearing more from you two and your guests. Thank you so much!
Mayim, I am so looking forward to watching this when it is bed time here in Melb, Aus
oh wow, my brain is working to fast and didn't put in, when it is "not" bed time here...I'm 50, dx with adders at the age of 38 (ah ha moment)/39 (official). Learning so much, seeing Grace Helbig through bigger hart(o) of compassion. So if I never get the chance to debrief about a meltdown at Vid Con aus 2018, this has really brought a little bit more compartmentalization of it. Thank you for this.
LIke she knows our family sooooo well! Thanks for shining a light on all this!!
I love this. I love the first topic was anxiety, since I was diagnosed with GAD many years ago. Thank you. In a world where mental health issues are a taboo, this episode felt like a mother's hug on a scary day. Thank you so much
Isn't amazing that if you have alcohol or drug issues, the world is more understanding. But mention mental illness and people get weird.
Thank you SO MUCH for this show! I really appreciate that you are helping to add to the wisdom about anxiety!
I’ve had anxiety and depression all my life. There are a few medications I take daily, and a “rescue med” for intense situations. I first self-harmed at age 5, and have struggled with it on and off since, most recently the past 3 years on a daily basis. DBT courses and several types of Therapy have helped a great deal (I’m still here!) and my weekly support group is essential. I have other chronic health problems that keep me at home (even before the pandemic) 90% of the time. Since March 13, my agoraphobia has actually helped me in staying home all the time, only leaving for medical appointments and to the bank a few times. I miss my friends, going to coffee, concerts, bookstores, record stores, and theatre stuff. I’ve pretty much switched to life online with friends all over the world. Once we have vaccine coverage, I look forward to our “family reunion.” Until then, my cat, my IRL as well as online friends keep me engaged while my natural tendency is to hide.
I look forward to your future episodes (which I see there’s one more thus far!) Dr Bialik!!!💙💙💙
A very wonderful, enjoyable and responsible conversation. Just the type of conversation to get you through lockdown
Thank you so much for this podcast! My husband passed away in 2016 and about 9 months later I had a skin condition pop up. I went to the dermatologist and they gave me a steroid cream that never cleared up the issue. I am a picker that has only kept the areas of issue actively scabby. I will now go to my Dr and discuss my emotional issues.
An absolute and desperately needed breath of fresh Air. Mayim, you are such a Soul Sister to so many on this Planet. So articulate and capable describing and addressing these very real issues, feelings and symptoms. It's very important to educated people and I feel your authentic format makes it easy to absorb. Best wishes on your journey forward...
Thank you! This was brilliant! I just turned 64 and still dealing with childhood issues. As an adult you learn better about putting a child in the backseat but sometimes you need to be reminded. Thank you so much for the reminder. Mayim, you are so smart and I love listening to smart women. You and Grace make a great team!
Dr. Bialik and Mr. Cohen, thank you. This was utterly helpful, and real 100%!!! Can’t wait for the next 🥺💖
Thank you!
These podcasts, seem one of those bizarre random things the universe throws up, which turns out to be a blessing you are truely greateful for.
Love this discussion! I picked up knitting a few years ago and it's helped me manage anxiety in a healthier way.
Yes! If I am knitting I can sit still and listen to a conversation.
When I was in school, my notebooks were full of geometric doodlings and alphabetical lists of items from random categories, because I could understand lectures much better if I was multi-tasking. Some profs got it, once the grades proved I was engaged. Some got offended and angry, seeing it as disrespectful. Nope, just trying not to jump out of my skin.
I love that anxiety and mental health issues are more mainstream than they were years ago. I grew up with anxiety and it was very, very hard to deal with alone. I inherited it and so did my children, my daughter more so. I have recognized her behavior and we have had an open dialogue about her anxiety all these years and it is just great! So many people just openly talk about it now and it is just so comforting. Thank you for doing this!!
The only thing or type of anxiety I didn’t see discussed was “freeze”. I have literally been so frozen or locked in by anxiety, my heart rate is up, my breathing is shallow... I know I need to do better breathing, relax my muscles one by one, go and get my damn rescue pill but it can take 10-20 minutes to be able to physically move. Those are my worst attacks. The absolute worst. Even night terrors are better than that locked in feeling.
I think they were talking about the chilly feeling you can get when your anxious or scared
YES! I am definitely freezer.
I totally agree. It seems this area is often forgotten and a lot of people are not aware of this third response. You always hear fight or flight and never freeze. Would love to hear more from Miyam about that component. Thank you for bringing that up.
When you talked about The reason for anxiety is for the procreation of life; to continue the existence of the DNA. I remember being a new mother. He is now 34. But up until he was in middle school, I had these looped thought just before I would go bed. They were what I needed to to protect my child in case something bad that might happen. I won’t write it here, but these thought were very specific, and of a horrible nature. I would think of every kind of Scenarios. Every night, it would be hours before I could relax, and finally fall asleep. What I do now is also something I have since I was born according to my mother is rock my right foot back and forth while laying in bed. Anxiety, excess energy, who knows, I think the former, but I’ll save that if I could find a therapist. Thank you for your podcast. 💯
I nervous chatter when I am anxious. Even when I could see that my audience was looking at me "sideways", I couldn't stop the chatter. Anxiety.
I do this, and can't stop myself. It's so embarrassing. They look at me like I'm a weirdo. But, they're not in the anxious seat. I feel like the spotlight is zoomed in on me, and I start to ramble and repeat myself.
A wonderful discussion. There were so many topics/subtopics you touched on that could have hours devoted to them. I was lucky enough to find that solitude in nature was my best cure for anxiety. Spending time outside, breathing in and out with the wind or waves lapping on the shore, was best way for me to rid myself of anxiety. Whenever I fidgeted or moved, it quickly became sort of a loop that I got stuck in - I would move to rid myself of anxiety but then quickly found that I couldn't stop moving which brought more anxiety. Being still and silent outside forced me to see that the world was still there and was still moving forward despite whatever event triggered my anxiety. I can't wait to watch your next discussion!
Relate, relate, relate! Anxiety sucks and rocks at the same time! Thought I was just a very shy kid, but I was, and still am, socially anxious. Public speaking and impromptu speeches are my weaknesses. I would stutter, my heart would race, my throat would constrict and dry, my hands would get clammy, and I would feel lightheaded from all the anxiety. It got better thought after I acknowledge that anxiety, and flow with it instead of fight it. Congrats on this new podcast, Mayim! An entertaining and informative platform to destigmatize mental health struggles, especially in this time! Can't wait for more episodes! 😄
I appreciate Jonathan's qualifications. I sense a kindred spirit.
I have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety and social anxiety. The worst thing is that the fears that come with anxiety are usually irrational. You can’t beat them by telling yourself that they are not real.
I literally would rather be held up at gun point then speak before a crowd since the fear is based on a real danger that I can make a plan of action to resolve.
At 51:15 Mayim talks of her VERY critical parents, and I had the same issue. Both of mine were models and stressed the importance of being perfect, they thought there wasn't a second choice of the way to live but to strife--AND achieve--perfection. They criticized the way people looked (nose shape, teeth, etc.), the way people acted, things people did, and more. This show is helping me come down from all that--after 74 years!!! Thank you, Mayim!!!!!
Soooooo good! I am excited for all the breakdowns to come!
Thank you! My grandson is severely autistic and this helped me understand some of his anxiety issues! You guys Rock!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💜
Yay! Just started watching, but so happy you made this a video, and not just a podcast!! I love "watching" a conversation! :)
I have been binge listening the last few days but this episode has really resonated for a kind of opposite reason. I spent many years (about 9) trying to “convince” an assortment of medical professionals that I was not in fact having anxiety attacks. I was ignored, suffered eye rolls and was told to meditate. Wrong … what I needed was medical intervention for a heart condition. For women “anxiety” is such a tricky word because when it is the issue you are often seen as weak and when it isn’t you are just seen as “crazy”. Either way so many women just suffer in silence … I know I did. I would love to hear a conversation about how our mental health is called into question when in truth it’s not the issue at all.
Yay! Mayim first post is here! Going to watch it. I addressed a question about “guiltiness” not having seen the red alerts when a close one comits suicide. Hope in some episode this will be addressed. Even if suicide is still a kind of stigma.
I think it's hysterical that I can't escape Wil Wheaton. His Table Top series has been keeping me company during Covid restrictions. Then he crops up in several series I'm binging. Now he's here (in name, at least)!
TV Sitcoms about families have helped me to relax myself with my children. I used to be very cognitive rigid. In a sense, they were therapeutical.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) - Unbreakable loops, going through life like a freight train where everything has to happen right now, and not breathing (tension). Thank you, and keep up the good work, Mayim!
You describe anxiety as if you lived inside my head. Thank you for this enlightening episode. Look forward to hearing more from you. !
Thank you for listening! So many people experience it like this.
This is my first podcast ever. I am happy that this was my first. Mayim is one of my favorite people and this topic is very important to me.Thank you Mayim for all that you do and for just being who you are. ❤
the words that you guys have said are the words that I needed to hear. thank you so much, this is definitely my comfort podcast❤️ i love it. this is amazing❤️
This is the best show ever. I’m sending this to my mom which is very anxiety ridden like myself. Ty ty ty ty ty
I’m am SO stoked for this podcast!
I just realized through this incredible episode that I grew up in a country that suffers from collective anxiety (Israel). This has enormous implications of our culture and values. You're giving an incredible gift to the world with this podcast. Thank you!
Really beautiful comment. Thank you for listening. Sending love to all collectively anxious lands!
I'm literally picking my cuticles while I listen to this.
@Mayim Bialik❤️ I'm doin a happy-dance coz Mayim replied to my message!!!!!!!!!!!11111111 😍😍😍😍
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I needed to hear this today. I know this is an older podcast/video. Thank you for all that you do, both of you.
Love this & shared on FB - thanks for sharing your knowledge & experiences with us! 😊
I have never been so grateful to understand English. You have no idea how this video helped me. And everyone else, they are changing my life. My deepest thanks, you are incredible.
Thank you for this Podcast!! My daughter is 21 and has been struggling with OCD and ADHD, of course with all that, Anxiety is on top of the heap. I just shared this podcast with my daughter and hopefully she can not feel so alone, which is part of Anxiety. I wish I knew more about it when I was younger and going through it myself. ( typing this as you are saying anxiety is genetic, lol) Anyway, thank you again. I really enjoy the Podcast and your New Show 'Call Me Kat" Good Luck to you in all you do!
after watching your 1st show, i can look back on my 76 years of life and see times and causes of anxiety and methods i devised to cope with it. i have lived in a fatherless home since the age of five, had a sister of eight years my senior charged at times with forced babysitting of me. stints of living in foster homes but then never let to believe that my mother didn't love me.
discipline was more severe than what is considered to be healthy but somehow, i managed to come out level headed. many times as a child i would see things in movies and maybe on tv that depicted "crazy" people and i was always open in my mind to psychoanalysis to stratify whether or not if i were crazy. now i can see that each of my four daughters have some tendency to anxiety and much empathy for them and many other people in my life.
i am scientifically oriented and i think that brain function is fascinating. i'll stop now before i run out of bandwith. thanks for all of this.
I suffer with anxiety, major depression, Panic disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. I have been on depression medication most of my life. I can’t remember a time I wasn’t on depression medication. I’m also medicated for my panic attacks. I take Cymbalta for my depression and Fibromyalgia. I am on Xanax for my panic attacks and Buspirone for my Anxiety. I feel deeply debilitated by my mental health. When I was younger I was able to get more help because I was on my fathers insurance. Now as a 34 year adult, I cannot afford health insurance. I am able to get my medications through a plan. I truly need the therapy I used to get as a child. CBT Therapy helped me so much when I was younger....anyway...not trying to make this long and drawn out...just wanted to share my sad story. I’ve always been a fan of yours Mayim since the Blossom days to now. Thank you for sharing your story as well. Also, Leslie Jordan...I’m a big fan of him since before the pandemic....but during this pandemic, his smile and his jokes has helped me more than he knows.
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Xanax is what is causing The Anxiety & Panic! This is a HUGE EPIDEMIC!
@@michelebergman4336 curious where your scientific research is to back this up? I’d love to read studies that talk about this issue specifically !
.....being human is the perfect explanation. I don't believe that their is anyone who goes through their life without anxiety at some point. Its the degree to which each person is affected. All of your tips and tricks (advice) work. My mom has always had anxiety, she taught all of us how to deal with nightmares, (turn the pillow over and start the dream again to change the ending - which apparently lucid dreaming), breathing exercises for me from the age of 10 (I'm 64 - mom's 85), when homework was becoming overwhelming - go out and play. ....and your explanation for experiencing an eczema outbreak has just explained mine (started near end of Mar. and still with me-itchy, itchy itchy) I'm really enjoying your podcasts. Thank you!
Just finished listening to it on Spotify! Such a great conversation! Thank you, Mayim for this. And congratulations on your quarantine baby! 🙈❤️
So glad I found this. Can't recommend it highly enough. Thank you so much for giving this to the world.
Hey Mayim. Love this. Very informative. Its good to see and hear you doing something you're really good at with the intention of helping people.
I LOVE Mayim and Jonathan. Between the two of them and a guest or two, they balance serious subjects with just the right sense of humor. Breakdown is my go-to podcast!
I have that problem with that my anxiety and my stomach was triggered it
Mayim, I'm not going to lie until your new show I haven't seen you on tv, only on youtube. You have very delightful videos on Judaism which I appreciate immensely. But this podcast!!!!!! :) I'm excited thankyou
I feel bad for Mayim when watching some of her past videos and interviews where she is passionately talking about important topics and then, the interviewer or Q&A is like, “OMG, can you tell us about Amy and Sheldons wedding?!?!” - Talk about feeling invisible and misunderstood.
I’m sure she appreciates BBT and the happiness it brings people but, there’s a time and a place for that.
The distinction you made between anxiety and panic was mic drop for me... thank you.
Anxiety manifest its self for me on my skin in the form of Eczema and hives both. I'm glad you brought that up because doctors in my experience aren't great with understanding that anxiety can and does manifest like that. I'm laying under my weighted blanket right now and I 10/10 recommend a weighted blanket!
Yes, Me too! BORN WITH THESE SKIN/dermatologic SYMPTOMS of anxiety -- hives and ecszema.
Me also, since I was a kid.
Totally relating to EVERY bit of this. I’m struggling deeply with anxiety. It’s now to the point where I pick at myself until I’m in pain and bleed. I left a marriage of 38 years. Right now I have been suffering from anxiety to the point of paranoia. To keep myself busy I take on huge tasks to keep so busy that I don’t allow myself to think or feel. Nightmares ever night haunt me. Now taking medication to stay calm enough to just exist.
When we took my husband to the ER the first time we thought he was having a heart attack. It was terrifying. His oxygen dropped, his heart was hurting with every beat, his chest was tight, his arms were numb, etc. he asked me to call his mom and say goodbye. We called 911 and they met us halfway to the hospital. It was so awful. Turns out it was his first anxiety attack. We asked the Dr. why he had all of these symptoms, we thought anxiety was just a tight chest. He said that we add all the symptoms in our head from what we see on tv. Terrible advise. Fast forward 10 years and he still gets these same symptoms when he has an attack.
Its so scary. I've been at the ER many times. Its gotten to where I tell them its probably a panic attack. I did however have Pneumonia one of those times, so don't hesitate to go. You never know.
Momc2k I’m sorry you’re experiencing that. My husband takes medication daily and also has some for attacks. It’s helped him a lot. I hope you’re able to find therapies to help you!
I have GAD and the best thing I have found for a panic attack...talk to the anxiety and say "bring it", like you are challenging it. The attack usually subsided within 2 minutes. This is a very scary thing to do at first but over time it gets easier. Also, I have had years of therapy, especially ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy).
I've been in your husband's position twice. It is terrifying.
Sharon R. It’s crazy you say that! He has done that! He got so fed up he just said, “Do your damndest! Just come on and kill me already!” He says it helps him feel more in control.
What I admire so much with you, Mayim, is that you never say erm or have any pauses - you are always so together talking you must have an amazing brain! Love you and ALL your work! Thanks!
YAYYYY!!! this is amazing
I'm so grateful for this series and starting with anxiety is so topical, given the state of the world. Not enough people talk about it and a lot of the time it's helpful to just talk about the thing that's bothering you. Whew, I've had some dreams, definitely woken up terrified and/or crying more than a few times. Frequently I have a dream where I'm driving and my headlights aren't working so I can hardly see, yet I continue to drive. Not hard to analyze that one! 😛 Man did I relate to the scenario in which something that never used to cause anxiety now causes anxiety, even something that used to bring you joy. Anxiety is weird. Inconvenient and weird. Thanks to Mayim, Grace, and John. I can tell already that I'm going to love this series.
I aint skipping no ads! Thats my payment
Love this convo with Grace. Believe that Mayim would enjoy living with Grace and Elliott.