5 Signs You’re In Survival Mode (And How To Get Out Of It)
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- Опубліковано 20 лип 2024
- Survival mode is our brain’s response when it perceives there is danger around us, even if nothing is happening. Survival mode can also tell us when we’re ignoring our brain’s cry for help for too long. Do you relate to these signs?
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1: You're able to sleep in bed
2: Hostile mobs walk towards you
3: You have limited resources
4: You're able to take damage
5: Flying is not an option
Bonus: How to play survival mode
Don't mine at night.
Lmfao
Been there.
Y'all can't fly? Didn't know it was _that_ bad.
Yes and we can't breath under water...😷
0:45 You're skipping out on pieces of your daily routine
1:23 You're ignoring your basic needs
2:02 You go with the flow way Too much
3:06 You get Anxious with similar types of events
3:55 You're exhausted but aren't sure why
4:26 tips to handle survival mode
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As a veteran, “survivor mode” simply becomes the presetting, coping mechanism when you’ve experienced enough in life to know the everything is unstable, & can change instantly, in the blink of an eye.
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Thanks for this, because I don’t resonate with having been through ab*se (thankfully) but I moved a lot as a child and didn’t feel my emotional needs met and I’ve ended up with being told by a doctor that I’ve been in a state of constant tension for so long that that’s why now it’s affecting my daily life so much. I resonate with the “survival mode” as in I was and am always aware and ready to fight or flight in a sense which kept making me exhausted and now can even impact me physically even if I’m already aware of this and taking the steps to live more calmly
Exactly what it is
THIS.
i think the key there is to learn how to be content with that reality. Know how to deal with it and still find peace. War and violence scars the soul. It takes alot of meditation, work, and help/understanding from others for you to truly start healing.
With ADHD I can't even separate survival mode from regular my ADHD symptoms, but great information, we all needs a bit of hope and encouragement to pull through...
I think this is what's happening to me
Hope u get thru it well :)
Bro same. I can't tell if I'm shutting down from ADD or something else.
if its any help, i found that a little time just doing absolutely nothing helps me a lot. 5 or 10 mins a day lets me turn off my brain and makes it easier to deal with life. im not saying go for a walk, or ride a bike. im saying, turn off everything. phone, music, tv. and just lay there for 5 or 10 or even 15 minutes.
Oh same
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Her voice and the animation really make me forget my stress for a few minutes....so soothing.
Thanks :D Did you relate to any of these signs?
@@Psych2go I didn't miss any of them. I really appreciate this channel. I learned a lot.....and realized a lot regarding myself. Thank you 🤍
Did the opposite for me. She sounds like she's constantly on the edge of having a panic attack
can we just appreciate how consistent and how often they upload? its absolutely ridiculous (in a good way!) i hope everyone is well rested, eats well and has a good week. thank you so much for this channel, i hope you guys never feel pressured to upload so much on any given day as the amount is just amazing as well as you never sacrifice quality.
YEAH OMG THEIR VIDEOS SHOW UP FOR ME AT JUST THE RIGHT MOMENT
Thank you so much!! 😊 We hope you enjoyed this video!! Did you relate to?
@@Psych2go a lot of it ;w; (almost all) although im getting better each day!!
Ngl you just made my day ;-;
@@Kur404 i hope its a lovely one, please take care, this means so much to me ;v; thank you
Survivor mode can be a result of chronic stress, burnout, acute trauma or stored trauma. Either way, if you're experiencing this, please seek the help of a mental health professional. 🙏
wow, I cried after doing the breathing technique. so much time just nonstop anxiety and feeling depressed and stressed. all got released with a breath. thank you. you really helped me
Glad we're able to help :D
@@Psych2go thx
thats cap
That’s amazing. There is so much help to get you through and make sense of what’s happening to you. Nobody deserves to suffer and we are sometimes our own worst enemy. It seems like the breathing techniques work well for you to calm your nervous system and give yourself much needed release and calmness.
How you can cry? I trying to cry but no matter what I can't
One of the issues of "survival mode" with me is transforming from someone who was super emotional and in touch with my feelings, to going through a surge of traumatic experiences within a months span; thus, causing me to feel nothing. At all.
With the numbness and constant "gotta do this. Okay done. Next thing. Okay, done. Sleep. Okay done. Drive. Okay done." Etc.
I went from having extreme existential anxiety to feeling zero fear. From codependent to independently reckless. With no care of the world or any care to whatever may happen.
This almost makes me feel alienated in my own body. I'm entirely numb and I cannot get out of it. However I'm getting so much done, for once. Though all this work doesn't change the way I perceive myself. It's just shifted how my walls have risen and not even my own self can understand what's going on behind them.
Sorry if this doesn't make ANY sense, I'm just rambling. Thanks for these videos.
No, it does make sense, I think I get it. I think this closely describes what I've been going through over the past two or so months.
You might be experiencing a form of Dissociation, which can be a response to trauma. Research it a bit and see if it sounds like you then talk to your doctor/therapist about it.
Yeah, this sounds very much like that. What is happening is that your brain is shutting parts down to try and protect you from the overload of fear and other emotions.
Do keep in mind that your emotions are still very much there and it might take time to get in touch with them again.
Exactly what happens to me right now. Thanks for sharing. I feel better because this video and from your story
no this makes perfect sense, this fits me almost perfectly
As someone who was in survival mode for a few years I can say this video is spot on.
Find help and support, but be wary of replacing one abusive relationship with another.
Have you really got out of that ?
If yes how ?
@@extra-lives first part was to get out of my abusive relationship.
@@JROC2112 I was in a toxic friendship last year, we have stopped talking and all , but she called me today coz it was my bday , out of formality. I really to end this but I don't know how to.
@@extra-lives all I can say is to walk away. It's hard and you feel bad for a while but ultimately you can't recover with toxicity still in your life.
Checking myself and realizing I haven't drank any water, eaten breakfast, and ignored my emotions..... I got some breakfast with water and tried to think about my emotions. I've been in survival mode a lot recently. I have reached out and got some therapy. But thank you for the reminder to drink water and eat something. I just broke it off with a friend and I've been ignoring the sadness. So thank you for reminding me to think about my emotions and take care of myself! Thank you
I'm sorry things didn't work out between you and that other person.
I've gone through the same thing a few months ago and it still hurts, but allowing myself to be mad and sad about it really relieves my emotions. Take good care of yourself, you deserve better because you are wonderful
I like how this has tips of how to deal with things instead of only listing symptoms.
Thanks for the feedback :) Glad it helped
+Psych2go *Thanks for the list of symptoms of survival mode:*
0:42 (1) Failure of routines
1:22 (2) Failure to meet basic needs
2:01 (3) People-pleasing
3:05 (4) Anxiety
3:54 (5) Burnout
*Mitigations:*
4:28 (1) Stop and breathe
4:59 (2) Check yourself
5:41 (3) Move
6:07 (4) Ask for help when needed
Adding to the ignoring your basic needs part, I think it's important to make note that for those of us that came from traumatic situations as children, we did not choose to ignore our basic needs, that was already happening from our caregivers and so what that informed us was that we did not deserve to have those basic needs met or if they were met every once in awhile we should be falling to our knees and being so grateful. Also for people that have been in domestic violence situations where you are being abused and controlled, it's not so easy trying to figure out how to meet your basic needs because that may require you to ask your abuser for permission say to take a long bath or money to buy much needed hair products so there's a lot of gray area that goes into this that people don't consider.
Oh I recognize this so badly.. I'm learning to live again in a way that meets my needs and it's so hard to get out of this old ideology of what I was allowed and how I should act. I am learning though, so that's at least a start
I've been trapped in survival mode for the past year and a half. Moved into a situation that reminds me way too much of my childhood home, and my relationship turned emotionally abusive. Writing a cover letter and getting a job has felt like a herculean task lately and I can't shake the constant feeling of dread...Having ADHD on top of this is really unhelpful, since all that feels safe to do is chase dopamine all day.
Just use /gamemode c /j
Careful with that been down that road and now im like 90% sure I'm a alcoholic because of it
Wow this is me, i really hope everyone here is doing ok. I believe in you. Stay determined!
Thanks, you too! :) How many signs did you relate to?
@@Psych2go all of them haha... i just want to say your videos really do help so many people, this is incredible work you are doing and everyone here is really thankful. Thank you💚
Uhh anyone else hear bone trussle rattles maybe megalovania wot run are we on oo sojourneys
@@ryanricks318 yes undertale correct answer dont have a bad time
@@goldgrasshoppernein9451 them runs can't all b the same end one's gotta differ huh can't all b dust oo sojourneys
I got this 24/7 :( especially when I work wherever it is I went because of the trauma of bullying, this as well as my long and tragic story that forces me not to be able to talk to people.... this is exactly what I need.
Thanks for sharing :( Hope this video helps!! How many signs did you relate to?
same but for me it’s because of the actual workload, i don’t have time for sleep if i want straight As in AP classes
@@imawakemymindisalive13 As a former straight A student, and academic medal award winner I will add these thoughts.......Once you are graduated no body cares if you got an "A" or a "B". It may make a difference if you are trying to get in to a certain grad school, but on the whole, employers just want the degree or certification. They don't care about your GPA. I wish I had risked taking courses I knew I wouldn't be very good at, so I could learn something totally new. I might have found something I really liked.
@@l.5832 yeah for me it’s about where i’m going to go after
The modern world definitely has distorted "danger." Just last night, I was big dumb and did something I myself am constantly warning other people not to do. I approached an unknown animal that I was only like 60% sure was a dog. You should never approach a wild animal OR a strange dog, and yet there I was. My brain will recognize other humans, people I've known for years, as threats even though I know they aren't, but doesn't have the same immediate response with wild animals, environmental hazards, or even moving vehicles, even though I consciously know that any of those things could kill me. I'm more frightened of everyday occurrences like talking to strangers than I am of stuff that could eat me.
That's because people have proven way too often that they can be as savage, if not worse even than Wild Animals.
I don't trust humans either and am more likely to approach a wild Tiger for a hug rather than a Human stranger.
It is quite sad the world has come to this too but Humanity has no one to blame but themselves.
As a wrangler (who specialized in snakes) I've always been RESCUING the animals from the people, even when the people were the ones who called for "help" and paid me at the end of the day...
Even when I was wrestling with a line attached to a treble hook... that was in turn attached to about 1000 pounds of alligator or crocodile (thanks exotic trade...btw)... I was still "saving" the 1000 pound crocodile or alligator from the humans, and NOT the other way around.
AND tigers CAN give THE BEST hugs!!! (No, I don't recommend approaching them in the wild... and I highly advise YOU GET THE TRAINING FIRST!!!) but I'm just sayin'...
I completely understand... kinda guilty of this one, myself... ;o)
Yes. Phobias are growing more powerful than our instinctual fears. I find wildly risk taking adventures fun yet social anxiety (of which I know cognitively brings zero risk) is what burns,.
@@gnarthdarkanen7464 I think bears give better hugs.
@@szymonanonim7214 Haven't had to rescue bears larger than cubs, and either one, if you're not familiar with the animal, can be exceedingly dangerous...
BUT you're certainly welcome to your opinion. ;o)
This video is something I feel like I could have used sooner when I was still working full-time as a cashier. Physically, I was there with both feet walking like normal, but mentally and emotionally, I was falling apart. My last day there was about a week ago on Saturday, and when I return, it'll just be as a part-timer. Thank you for the valuable content! 💖
Cashiers together strong. 🤝
This is scarily well-timed for me, but very valuable information. Thank you for it!
You're so welcome! How many signs did you relate to?
@@Psych2go Almost all of them. :( Since I was laid off my job in late March and then my unemployment ran out, now it's hard to even get out of bed or do anything lately except fret or fixate on my problems, or constantly net-surf or watch videos to distract myself. 😕
Sending kind wishes and support to you.
sending you support and best wishes!! you got this, these dark moments are temporary
I hope you get what you need to get out of that situation, because it sucks to be blocked by stress and fear and feel like a prisoner in your own body..
Don't be afraid to ask for help, even from strangers, as there are plenty of people who don't see it as a big thing or problem to help you. Some even like helping others up to a certain extent!
I’ve been in survival mode too long…I feel horrible, like how did I let this happen…you described it right…thinking I’m going with the flow…nah sis…you’ve been taken on a ride! 😢
The thing i remember most about survival mode was the feeling that every day lasted forever. Just getting through a week felt like months long because every day was a mountain to climb. Maybe my idea of survival mode is different than it actually is since I relate to some of these things 24/7 but I think that feeling of time only being in the now was what was the most standout thing.
It certainly doesn't help when the world expects everything to be done ASAP! Hustle culture is a burden on our current society, unfortunately. I hope the world comes to a proper solution for this in the near future. Nobody deserves to be put through burnout.
for me it's been more like the days blur together. I generally can't remember yesterday or if I've had breakfast. I don't remember most conversations from 5minutes ago. I spend the vast majority of my free time trying to sink my focus into shows, games, stories, anything to take up my time and probably keep my focus off my worries, even though I hardly enjoy anything anymore. it's something I feel compelled to do even when I don't want to, like just sitting here and doing nothing would be terrible for some reason. my brain has been in survival mode so long it's trying to stay out of the moment as much as possible because it doesn't even want to handle that anymore.
been feeling better these last couple weeks, it hasn't felt or been so bad. can only hope this is the start of a longer uptrend.
@@cjkula Man, could have been written by me. It feels so terrible to be so out of touch and yet, when I am writing this, I am here, but twenty minutes later I probably have already forgot about it. It just so surreal and weird. Have been losing 10 pounds last month cause I constantly forgot to eat. Hope you are getting through it. Sounds like it will get better on your side. 🙂
@@Sesso20 thank you. thankfully I have a fiance who likes to make food and has appointed herself to make sure I eat. not remembering anything is annoying and not just for me. and the impulsive need to bury my head in the sand with whatever distraction leaves me feeling like I'm wasting my time by not doing anything productive or even enjoying my free time. that's starting to turn around a bit too though thankfully.
@@cjkula you have perfectly described my situation, especially the part of the days blurring in. My friends even worry about me having some memory loss because I can never remember anything, although my brain is actually perfectly fine and I don’t have a problem with memory loss, it’s absolutely crazy. And I’m constantly stuck in „what if“ scenarios the whole day. 50% of my time I spend thinking about what would’ve happened if something went different and then completely planning through the situation and what could’ve been done better by me. I’ve missed a 20 minutes movie in class and didn’t even know that we watched a movie? although starring at the TV the whole time, because I was stuck in a scenario what I could’ve done better when the teacher asked me a question a few minutes ago
Wow! Great video, a large part of society are in survival mode, it’s been a tough 3yrs! We all need to heal!
It sure is!! How many signs did you relate to?
1:39- 1:54 I’ve feeling that about my career and the danger of not succeeding in life has me really stressed, I can be very hard on myself..
And here I was just about to say I've felt this way for about 3yrs.
I love this! I have cPTSD and can def relate.
For anyone struggling in survival mode, know that it gets better with time. It’s important to regulate/calm your nervous system so using the tips in the vid will help. The most helpful techniques for me were practicing mindfulness (meditating, journaling, guide books), going to trauma therapy and reading self-help/psychology books (eg Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents).
Xoxo. You got this!! ✨💕
YOOO, shoutout to that book! I loved that one! Definitely made me feel seen and understood! Also made me realize a few things about my (absolutely emotionally immature) parents! lol.
That PTSD one about hearing footsteps in the hallway… 😔😐😠😤 I’m sure many of you can relate. I can, but it’s been such a long time I almost forgot. Guess I’ve got some more healing to do. Here we go again 🗒🗄🗄🗄✌🏽😅
And it’s totally cool, I know I’m gonna be alright. And you are too 😉
During the whole pandemic, I've been on a "just continue surviving everyday" mode. I failed to save. I'm somewhat depressed. It's hard to just get up jn the morning. I dunno where my life will lead me. It hurts, but I will continue to hang on.
Hey, thank you for posting this.
I've always felt that I was in Survival mode since 2nd year of Junior High School. I'm in my last year and my last exams for the first sem are coming up tomorrow and it's REALLY, really bothering me.
This video and the comment section really helped me to realize what I am going through and how to deal with it. It's also comforting to know that people are experiencing similar things as me and are also working towards dealing with things in a healthier way.
Again, thank you Psych2Go and everyone who's viewing this comment. I hope you have a wonderful day.
No worries :) Glad this helped
Tysm for this, now i think im in survival mode 24/7, and i can help myself.
Thanks for sharing :) How many signs did you relate to?
If Im honest, I relate to all of them
'Primal' is the perfect example of survival. Sometimes, you have to fight to survive. But not that kind of fight, if you know what I mean.
Sometimes, when the bully wants the cookie, and you don't see another way out of it... You crush the cookie and throw the pieces as far as you can, so you can't make the mistake of rewarding a bully... even if it means a "fight". ;o)
@@gnarthdarkanen7464 got it
@@kenrickbautista6141 I wish YOU the best out there! It's kind of a jungle... haha ;o)
@@gnarthdarkanen7464 thanks! 🙂
@@kenrickbautista6141 🤪
You might not need to be "batsh*t crazy" to survive in this world... BUT sometimes it helps... ;o) 😀😂🤣
I had this feeling throughout my second year in university, but instead of being "washed up" by life, I felt that I just can't afford to relax, like you're in a heightened state of alert, but it's not bad. If I'll try to describe it, it feels like you're looking for problems in your life and you can't rest until you've solved them all.
Like everything you do is a waste of time unless it's something that has a 'useful result'?
If that's the case: you are worthy of having time to relax. It's a way of taking care of yourself and distance yourself from things that are worrying you.
Doing nothing can often lead to the very best somethings.
@@normanclatcher Exactly! For me, being bored is somehow one of the moments I'm most creative
Honestly, College takes it out of you. It really pushes your limits. It's hard! So rest is essential since you are constantly forcing new information into your brain. It needs time to rest and process everything. So make sure you sleep, spend time away from the screens, attend therapy or meditate, move your body (doesn't have to be intense), and make nourishing food when you can. It's soo important to focus on caring for yourself outside of school and work.
Thank you for making these videos, they've been a constant help for my struggle with suicidal ideation and depression. I can't properly express how thankful I am for you and your content.
Your voice is so relaxing
Oh thank you! :)
I feel like my daily routine is no different from a pet.
Wake up, eat, cope, sleep, repeat
I've been on auto pilot mode for a long time it's hard for me to break free from it cause i'm scared and feel helpless.
Relatable. It can be hard to get out of but I hope you do. All the best
It's the anniversary of Hurricane Ida today, and it has been a rough year. We've been in and out of so many hotels and trying to evacuate. We've been slowly recovering and anxious about this year's hurricane season-afraid that another big one will come and wreck everything we just rebuilt. A lot of changes happened during the year and I'm still in this tense state.
I've something very simlar to this.
Suffering of generic anxiety disorder, I'm currently under therapy, which helps, but there are highs and lows.
What I recognize myself the most, are the costant feeling of exhaustion and the "alert mode". My brain is always on alert, like there's some danger lurking around the corner. Even when I relax, the brain is still in alert mode, so I don't really relax: when I get back to work after a weekend, I'm still tired. Going out doesn't help, brain is still in alert mode, all the time. I hope I can turn off this stupid alarm ringing all the time!
Thanks for this video and your other ones, they're really helpful!
My switch got stuck on due to prolonged abuse from childhood to adulthood (which even activated my type 2 diabetes!). Therapy seems to be helping, but I’ve only been in for 6 months so we will see.
Thank you... I knew something wasn't quite right these days and I noticed that, while mentally and rationally I overcame and acknowledged my traumas, my body still reacts to even the smallest amounts of negative events unfortunately : I am 21 but my father was abusive both to me and my mother, plus my ADHD that was diagnosed to me literally 1 year ago even though I probably always had it, had caused every negative event into my life to have a significant emotional impact on me, with some of them even leaving a deep scar in my heart... now even if mentally I am prepared and can analyze a situation after it happened, it the heat of the moment my heart overwhelmes my mind and I react as if I'm being attacked and I'm trying so desperately to work around this behaviour because I dont want it to have an impact on my life anymore
Several people have noticed it in me & really want to talk to help ease up. They it’s probably because of a break up but in actuality there's just so much darkness in here I fear it'll ruin their cheerfulness.
I'm so thankful for you making this video, I've been in survival mode for way too long and you helped me so much, so have your other videos. I wouldn't be who I am now without your videos.
Watching this made some light bulbs go off; I'm in a rough situation that isn't entirely involving me in every way but still affects me. And every day, I feel exhausted no matter how much I sleep; I feel like a zombie every day, just working and then going to bed because I'm too exhausted. I've tried breathing, moving around, and everything recommended by my therapist, but it sucks.
I can't get out of the house because I work from home; I slip back into survivor mode at the first hint of upset in the place. It's like a crushing weight on my creativity and energy that's being sapped. If I didn't have to stay here everyday to do work, I would go out more and this conflict is making me question whether it's worth trying to keep going with this job. But I need the job in order to move out, if I don't have money, I won't make it to the goal I've set for myself.
Sounds like Me sometimes
This is so me. Thank you so much for this! ♡︎
No problem 😊 How many signs did you resonate with?
The thumbnail which was before was so good!..
Not like the current one is bad tho..
I love this channel.. The voice is soothing and comforting I swear
I was like this probably for two years, after realizing why I had to basically change my environment completely (move out) and seek therapy ...fast forward to now I'm way better and out of survival mode, there are still a few very specific triggers but, the more you talk about that stuff the weaker those become, never ever let go hope, things can change for the better
I LOVE the thumbnail for this video!! Well done. And great video as always.
Thank you! Cheers! :) Did you relate to this video?
Thank you so much for this! I've been feeling so much better after a solid week in creative mode!
I'm solo because every time I have asked for help the answer has been a resounding 'you are not our problem.'
U have a healing voice... I normally don't t get from start to finish in these help yourself type of clips, but I did with yours, I related to some of your points, after all, the past 3 yrs have been horrific right around the world so there must me millions that are on edge, but mostly your voice has a very calming, things will be ok quality...thanks
I'm starting to understand more. It doesn't mean I'm unmotivated or my drive is crap. I'm in survival mode due to my brain processing my trauma.
5 signs youre in survival mode
1. you dont fly
2. you get damage
3. you cant break everything easily with your hand.
4. zombies hit you
5. you can drown
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I appreciate this video so much. I'm constantly in survival mode. I needed some tips to help me get out of it. Some of these things should be obvious, but as psych professionals you know that people within a situation often don't see the obvious.
_i was in survival mode, but after this video, i am in _*_creative_*_ mode._
I can finally go into creative mode
jokes aside this really helped me thank you
This video is onto something, my anxiety just built and built while I was watching through.
I've been in freeze or submit mode all my life, few exceptions, like relationships. All of the relationships were good, until they wasn't.
At least now I understand why was I always looking for a partner until the last breakup, where I decided I won't ever do it again before I fix myself, since all the breakups for the last 10 years were ultimately caused by me not having anything that would make me financially stable in my life, which is fair and realistic, but ever since then (4-5 years don't even know anymore) I still couldn't get it together. I've had a job for a while, but then I'm back into doing nothing after I had to quit.
I don't even know why I'm writing this here since literally no one cares I just feel I'll implode. I'll just post the comment before I change my mind and delete it like I always do.
Hey, I care and I'm proud of you and how you're learning about yourself! The first step to getting help is realizing that you need help. You do what you can with what's given to you, don't give up ❤️
Looking back on the last couple of years, I can definitely tell that there were times I was in survival mode. Thanks for another great video.
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!
This helped me get out of the rut I've found myself in for too long! Thank you!
ooh God no I've been in hardcore all this time
I see :( How many signs did you relate to?
@@Psych2go every single one
Love the thumbnail art.
Nice advice as always. ❤️
Thanks so much! Hope this video helped you :)
By see the colours in your videos and animations in it and your voice makes me feel light and happy, motivated, your channel is one of the gods gifts of mine.
Thank you.....
I love this channel. They are the best. They upload videos consistently. The videos are awesome, inspiring and helpful. I did relate to this. I do struggle with this. I am an introvert and I do struggle with going to college , interactions , and with other points as well. I do get bullied and left out in college. I don't have any friends. I do struggle with depression and social anxiety as well. Lots of love.
I don't even need to watch this video to know I've been in survival mode haha. I watched it anyway of course but sure enough the boot was fitting nice and snug. Appreciate the helpful tips 🤙🏽
Glad you enjoyed it! How many signs did you relate to?
I have been in survival mode for weeks. I didn't think about number one and I think that's a big contributer. I feel pushed to perform in a situation perfectly and it reminds me of past situations from childhood where I had to spend a lot of energy to make sure that I was perfect, too. I wasn't allowed to make mistakes or my parent would become angry and humiliate me. The person in the present situation doesn't get angry, per se, but her agitation is visable and she is highly critical of any and all mistakes that I make. I come home angry and tense and can't seem to leave the scenario even though I've physically left it. The worst part is that this person needs my help. So I can't really just abandon them, even though my body desperately wants me to.
Needs your help how?
Spark Studies' comment is important! Because some people will make you believe that you'd be responsible for their success, health or well-being, while that may not always be true!
The tips at the very end really helped me feel alot better, i started the breathing when mentioned and immediately felt better, began to check my self and noticed how often i was missing alot things. a month later now and im playing volley with friends every other day after classes and seeing a counselor (thankfully free at my university) and feeling much better thanks to both yours and there advice. Just wanted to leave this comment saying thanks since it popped into my watch again feed
This came up on my feed out of nowhere and something compelled me to watch it and I did. Low and behold I’ve now realized I’ve been in Survival Mode for the last 3 years.
Thank you for this. I started to cry a bit as the video went on when I realized how much I’d been neglecting my wants in life with my false needs.
Bottom of my heart, thank you.
Gonna go breathe now~
We are in hardcore mode
Yeppp :( How many signs described you?
I was forgetting to/having a hard time eating, and it was affecting my overall health and level of energy. Per my friend's suggestion, I set 3 alarms on my phone to remind myself to eat: 10AM, 2PM, and 6:30PM. It has actually REALLY helped me remember to eat and find a routine.
I feel like this is EXACTLY what i needed to watch right now. I quieted my job three weeks ago, for a couple of months I got taken advantage and overworked my butt off barely having enough sleep. That kind of inertia sticks with you and sometimes you dont even take notice, no wonder I was feeling like crap. I didnt take any time to just "stop" since as soon as I left I started another project without realizing... well THIS.
Thanks for the video, it... actually helped me o__o
I just shared this channel with somebody that I really care about and I really want them to be happy so thank you Team for encouraging me to finally clean up this emotional burden and help others that I care about in the process love you :)
I can relate
How many signs did you relate to?
@@Psych2go a few of them like being exhausted, ignoring basic needs, etc
I'd say if you see hearts on the bottom and a hunger meter, you're in survival mode
Not to be confused with adventure or creative mode
This made me Cry.....You are like that one friend who is always by your side urging you to not give up.... Thank you so much☺❤
That soothing, smooth voice by Amanda Silvera is so good. The ideas are very good, however, they really come across well with her excellent voice.
I’d love to take daily walks. But due to my blindness, I can’t get out and walk on my own. My mom works, I do get therapy, and I have staff. But I would think it would be nice if I could get out and go for a walk. I do get outside, and swing and listen to music. But does that necessarily count? Is that exercise? I do think I’m supposed to be active more and get out more. But due to my blindness, it’s not so easy for me to get out every day.
I'm assuming you have text to speech here, but can you get any at home equipment? Like a cycle machine? Can you ask your doctor about at-home exercise programs for you? Could your parents or staff watch an exercise video on youtube and show you how to do the exercises?
@@maggie6152 that’s a possibility
that reminded me of minecraft lol
Did you click on this video because of that?
nope I stopped playing the game and i watched it just because i clicked on the video notification on accident and i like you're content and ove been bored and you're video made my day thx.
These videos always make my day better. It's so nice to follow
Thank you for this. Sincerely. Please dont ever delete this video.
Thank you
Ill just go do /gamemode Creative
Just do /gamemode creative
I wish it were that easy!
Meen crif
Pshych2go has become apart of my daily routine. Great content. Thank you.
Good tips of surviving mode explanations. Would be nice if there is a content in navigating and overcoming toxic workplaces or environments, so one can move from survival mode. Many thanks.
This is me right...now. 😪I'm struggling everyday.
I see :( How are you coping with this now?
@@Psych2go I am trying my best to get myself up and have a positive mindset. I don't have a support system. My mother thinks I should have been over this depression and anxiety thing years ago, which would be wonderful but it doesn't work that way. I'm on medication I just struggle. She screams at me and says if you'd get up and just push yourself youd be better. Easier said than done. I'm thankful for you guys, so much help. Only people who understand how hard it is to get out of bed somedays would understand. I appreciate your caring.
Don’t you just HATE getting bullied by white animated figures with purple leaves on their head!
My parents were constantly in survivor mode - i grew up in constant survivor mode - everything was only survivor mode - thanks!!! I wondered what was going on. . .
The part about thinking you're working when you're asleep then wake up exhausted . . .so true!!! Me exactly!!! Thank you for this vid!!!! Genius!!! Looking forward I discovering more in depth analysis!!!
My sister criticised me for not being proactive with my life!!!
I'd been paralyzed with fear for nearly 20 years . . . couldn't break out!!! Or break free!!!
I am now!!!
Such great info! So appreciated!!♥️
Me who clicked on this video expecting Minecraft : BRUH
LOL but did you relate to it?
@@Psych2go well... kinda? i've had a pretty nice life, but sometimes this has happened to me sometimes i do go into "Survival mode... Small reminders of past bad times, although im only at 3:53 so, maybe i'll just see if there's anything else i relate to...
just type /gamemode creative and it’ll work
This is helpful. Anxiety and adhd with additional stress caused by frustration with a processing speed disorder has me get into this survival mode a lot.
I came to understand my own childhood trauma and subsequent survival mode behaviors very late in life. After much reparative progress, I still have a way to go to once again have an adequate level of inner peace. The world responds to our inner imbalances in ways that can slow down our progress...and we just have to gather our courage and go forward.
Can someone tell me how to go into creative mode?
I want to know too lol
I can tell by the healthbar and hunger bar. Plus I cannot fly in survival mode
LOL ikr :(
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Wow. Learn somethin new about myself everyday with this channel. Thank yiu for the important info
A few weeks ago I watched a movie that ended up triggering a complete melt down and panic attack. I just started to sob and almost hyperventilate due to something in the movie reminding me of things I'd been through- the highly relating to the scene or character just launched me into a strong emotional release that went on for over an hour. I finally was able to calm down, but I'd never had that response before (and I'd watched that movie in the past, but atm can't recall what it was). I'm highly sensitive and emotional anyways, but this was another level- it certainly was something to do with still being in survival, but I'm a lot better in most other areas- that event just came out of no where. I'm still grateful for the reminder, esp when other ppl don't understand.
Simple solution:
/gamemode creative
Claim your “here within an hour” ticket right here ❤️
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I always love listening to your voice. It is so calming and reassuring. Would love to get out of this mode. I know this is where I am. Thanks for helping us know yo look for help.
When my wife passed away it was about 6 months before I came out of survival mode and I'm not fully out of it but what I found helpful was finding one thing just one thing I can do everyday then another accomplished at least one thing and now if I accomplish more I feel better well the easy thing is make the bed and so I try to make my bed every morning I know that sounds so corny and cheesy but it really does make a difference
5 signs you are in survival mode minecraft: when a creeper blows up your house, when there is a giant horde of zombies, when you have died over 10 times trying to get a bed, when you beat the ender dragon first try, and when you fight a Warden
I have reached out for help, each year, for over 12 years. I only see that I have no friends, I have no family, and I have no allies. I can get through being kidnapped during a home invasion. Being abused by a narcissist and their agents is a completely different situation, and it's never taken seriously by professionals. The former is a crime. The latter is abuse that isn't taken seriously.
Omg, have you been held hostage by abusive kidnappers for the last 12 years away from everyone you love and trust? That is a major crime! I'm so sorry you can't find anyone to take you seriously!
Is that serious statement?
sitting here and notice im on this mode for the last 5 years, i cry. i feel exhausted from existing. i surpressed emotions because the mostly obscure my necessary clear and rational mind. I have to keep them away when i working on my business. It is my duty to continue exploring and walking into the unknown. maybe i don't feel happy but mistakes and face toxic people doesnt hurt anymore. I found my self alot of ignoring my basic needs, because they are not important and they are a sacrifice for the future. my daily routine is changing every week. My last few friends said i should ask for help, i did but nobody answer, the "professionals" don't have time or a place for me. i learned to continue, i lost the ability to stop. thank you for reminding me to take at least a deep breath.
Such an important topic people are unaware of it, great video! 🔥