Three Ways To Combat Hopelessness
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- In this video, author and mental health educator, Douglas Bloch shares three strategies to overcome feelings of hopelessness. These feelings occur when people feel that there is no way out of their predicament.
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I so needed this today, Doug. I know this too shall pass, but it's Hell today
Continue to hang in there.
Get well soon ur not alone
you are not alone my friend
linda stokes over the counter
Hyland’s Nerve tonic (At Wal-Matt) work pretty good for an over the counter med
Hang in there
Stay strong bro 🙏 im going through suicidal thoughts and hopelesness also im conforted that someone like u is fighting strong bro thankyou 🙏😊
I’m so glad you stuck around and survived your depression. Your saving thousands of lives! I love your videos they are comforting and helpful in getting me through this dark season in my life. thanks
Thank you for the kind words. I have another video called “a reason for hope during hard times,” which I think you would like.
Thanks for the reminder. My life is so uncertain and daunting but I'm taking one day at a time.
Nice to hear from you Marin
"this too shall pass"
"all is not lost"
those are two sentences that have made me continue to hold on to what little hope i have left. thank you for making and posting this video, i needed to hear this advice.
Yes, the words "This too shall pass" have saved many, as you will see in this video: ua-cam.com/video/hqe49aM1x3k/v-deo.html
1. repeat “this shall pass”
things changed in the past, they will change in the future
2. we experience things in seasons. now you may be in a bad season, it will pass
3. how can i make it through the day? distract from the pain. don’t jump into the future, reject bad thoughts
place a doubt in your mind when you think that theres no hope
“There is no medicine like hope, no incentive so great, and no tonic so powerful as expectation of something better tomorrow.” ― Orison Swett Marden
You’re book saved my life, Healing from Depression, Thank You Doug! 🙏
I’m glad it was helpful. What part of the book was the most helpful?
Ever since I discovered your channel a few days ago I have gone through almost all of your videos and I have felt so uplifted and hopeful thank you for what you do for the community of us who suffer from depression and anxiety and thank you for taking your time to reply also you are very kind hearted man do not let anyone discourage you. God bless.
Thanks. I’ve made about 250 videos That’s a lot of watching.
@@DouglasBloch I know but because the videos are not too long . I just create a playlist that it rolls over. Plus I'm not working at the moment so I've got lots of time on my hands it always pays off to invest in self development
Sounds like it is time well spent. Have you been to my website?
www.healingfromdepression.com
@@DouglasBloch I just signed up to your website .
Thank you sir for this video. I needed this very badly. I was terrified a couple of hours ago. I was not even able to ride my motorbike, it was damn frightening and painful.
Thank you so much for supporting us and having faith in us and giving us hope.
Kya hua Bhai, Kya parishaan Kar raha hai
I am a depression survivor.
Keep surviving and thriving
Dropping in to say your loved Doug. I relapsed in alcohol and stopped today, and all the shame and guilt is really kicking by butt. But I've been better before. Just feel so lonely even with my wife and three great kids. anyway thank you for this.
You are welcome. Consider this just a dip. Remember, relapse is a part of recovery.
Thank you Douglas. You always give me hope
This too shall pass...Always👍😊
Nice to hear from you again. You should attend a live chat this coming Sunday at 12 Pacific time
This is so true. People like me who've been struggling so long in life lose hope. IT CAN CHANGE. I am taking this positive message away with me tonight. Thank you!
You are welcome. This too shall pass. You never know what tomorrow may bring.
Finding things to be grateful for (even if it's small eg. warm water, soap) is something that I found helpful.
This too shall pass.what goes down must come up.while going through hell don't stop.these are magical phrases. Thanks..douglas
I like the way you talk, you're not patronising or too sympathetic, you're straight and to the point. Thank you.
Thanks. I hope you check out some of the other videos
You are welcome. I hope you get to see some of the other videos
Thank you! I’m facing a big loss and failure. Your word, “all is not lost” gave me hope to expect and look for anything positive from even this sad place. I have been through depression before. As you mentioned I will go through this as well. Mean time I will forget about future and past. I just focus on what I can do now.
That seems like a very good idea
that poem made me cry. So true..
Another great video..... I’m at the stage now where I’m afraid to come out of my depression because as you say nothing ever lasts be it good or bad. But good and bad will pass. It’s so good to get advise from someone who KNOWS depression first hand. Many many thanks 🙏
You’re welcome
Five years ago, I was still stuck in the same situation. Granted, I have changed as a person, but my situation has remained the same, at least for the most part. I want to take an alternative path in life, but sadly, every alternative path appears to be infinitely worse. This fact, along with many others, has prompted me to become very cynical, something I never thought possible.
Hang in there. Keep asking the universe to show you a better way.
Same here
I just looked up the song "turn turn turn" last night. Never searched for it before, just remembered hearing it as a child. There is no such thing as mere coincidence. Wow.
Yes, I have found this to be so true. Douglas Block is able to put these thoughts into words that help transform a feeling of hopelessness into hopefulness. Everyone needs to feel hopeful, even the prisoner on death row condemned to die. I know that is probably a worse case scenario. But if we find someone who is hopeless try to encourage them to become hopeful just the way Vickie did with Douglas Block. When you become so down in the muck that you think there is no turning things around, call someone, call a friend who may be able to help you see that tomorrow is a new day and things can change. "There is no medicine like hope." Have the expectation of something better tomorrow.
Thanks
Than you Doug ❤ I’ve put the three rules in my phone word for word & will visit these words & rules a lot ..as they are all so true sending my blessings to You .
Thank YOU SIR, needed this SO much........😢
Brilliant advice Douglas!Thank you and keep well!
Such inspiration. I have watched your videos since 2013 and it has pulled me out of some terrible spots. Thank you so much
You’re very welcome. I’m glad the videos have spoken to you
You really helped me Doug. I have been dealing with these feelings of hopelessness on and off for 7-8 years. You make things sound so simple and manageable. Thank you so much!! I am confident I can keep going now.
You are welcome. Keep up the good work
This too shall pass. This too shall pass. This too shall pass. This too shall pass.
Thanks for your story douglas. Love from holland
I'm really struggling rn but I will try be positive and also take your advice I'd rather be depressed and walking around than depressed and lying in bed x
Yes.
As Always, I Love Listening to Douglas and his videos. It reminds me that "This Too Shall Pass". Thanks again Douglas. Thank you for reaching out to hopeless individuals around the world.
Empathy helps understanding; it clearly shows. Thanks Doug for providing insight and tools to coupe with a prevalent and often stigmatized topic.
Thank you for your work.
You’re welcome.
Thank you for your videos Douglas. I’ve been in “hell” for quite a while but I’ve taken solace in your words
Thank you for your videos. Very helpful. Blessings on you.
You are welcome
I haven’t been tuning in for a while as I’ve been in a better place but I’ve been slipping again recently and I’m watching a few of your videos to give me some hope ! You’re my fav channel to zoom into your kind words and personal anecdotes always help me , earlier in the year I watched your whole library and it helped me so much ! Thank you for all your good kind work I appreciate what you do .... Lynne from Glasgow 🏴 x x
Thanks. I lived in Scotland in 1982 and really enjoyed it. Have you ever heard of a spiritual community called Findhorn?
Thank you so much God bless you
Thanks, Douglas. That was very helpful to hear, especially after a tough day.
You are welcome
Thanks for the tips ❤
You’re welcome
Your channel has really helped me so much! You have no idea the value you bring to the world Douglas! Blessings to you.
Thank you akshay
Yes & SO TRUE & thank you very much for the advice
Hi I'm a truck driver and recovering alcoholic..I just relasp and I'm deeply afraid this will cost me my career if I dont stop..looking forward to binge watching your videos this afternoon
Look at my interview with a woman named Anne who is a recovering alcoholic. Type in the keyword “back from the brink“ and you’ll see a number of interviews I have done, including the one with her. Actually I did two interviews with her
Thank you..can you do a video about worth???its hard to find value in anything when you're deeply depressed
Your God sent .God bless you🙏I Hope you Help a lot of people 👍you Have no idea How Helpful you ate off those who Hear you.😊 yes Please continue to give scripture from the Bible too. So God can bless your channel and everything you do.😊💕
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Thank you for posting all these wonderful videos. I have been suffering from severe depression for most of the year. I have felt hopeless for a long time now and attempted suicide back in June. It's got worse again after a good period, when I returned to work in September. I feel despair and no way out of this, but after a lot of searching on UA-cam I am hopeful that your videos will help me heal from these dark times. God bless
Thanks for your feedback. Keep telling yourself this too shall pass. I have had four episodes and five hospitalizations where I was extremely suicidal, but made it out of the abyss. There is a way out. Also, I do long distance mental health coaching if that would interest you.
I really enjoy buddiasm ...it makes a lot of sense to me ....when I got in these hopeless states ....I try to distract myself ...laying in bed makes you feel so much worse .even if I have to force myself to do it ...I love meditation. I know it's not for everyone ...it takes some practice but it really helps to listen to a guided meditation...my mind does wander. While I do it but that ok ...I tell my focus ...or sometimes I say to myself when I'm over thinking at bedtime ...I say not now and keep repeating that ...I know it's easier said than done when you are in that terrible place ....but it does pass .helping other is such a great way take the focus off yourself ,and in return your not only helping them your helping yourself which is a win win situation....great video Doug as usual ...one more thing it may sound silly but I'll turn up the music and dance around the house lol .... anything to change the mood
Thanks Douglas!!
Doug I appreciate people like you. God sent. Thank you. My heart goes out to you and inspires me to do the same. To overcome what ever issues arise. Thanks again.❤️
Great therapist!Greetings from Morocco.
Thank you for making this video. Today has been really rough for me and the past 6 weeks has been hell. I can't give up, my son and my family needs me and I need me. Its almost impossible to see past the hopelessness.
Hang in there. Things will change. Here is a video I made on reasons to remain hopeful.
ua-cam.com/video/3cZDnzfmebI/v-deo.html
Thank you. I’m feeling so hopeless. I feel like Van Gogh feeling that nothing is going to change.
You’re welcome. In two weeks I’m going to post a video called why you should never give up. And the answer is because you never know what tomorrow will bring. So there’s always a reason for hope
Very helpful!!!!! Thanks so much.
As always, I enjoy your love, support to help others. I love your channel.♥️
Good work Mr. Bloch. Great stuff. Thank you.
THINK...
beGood
DOgood
peAce.
You may feel helpless, but remember, know, there IS better...you may not now, or feel like you'll ever see the light of comfort again, but you don't know EVERYTHING... so try to have a little more hope for things you can't always see...
Very nice
thank you... I hope it's helpful... I fear of the possibility of my "good" works messing someone up through misinterpretation and/or just my info being wrong...it really makes the statement the road to hell can be paved with good intentions sing to me, I try to heed the warning...but, that's why I like to say THINK..cause even if I'm wrong, THINK!...lol
Thank you so much for this Douglas. Times have been real bad for months now but I am hoping I can make it to the end of this hellish job contract at the end of this month. I will continue to watch your vids. Again, thank you.
You are very welcome
This too shall pass. Thanks Douglas
Douglas, you are an angel for many!
Please do take care :)
Love from India!
Soooo true!!!! no end date discussion!
I find listening to you so helpful.
Thanks
Thank you! how i wish ill be ok physically and mentally. This video helps me. hoping for better tomorrow.
I struggle to find solace with assurity that " This to shall pass" & "The only constant is change". So... If feelings of hopelessness, suffering, misery are temporary. Then feelings of hope, contentment, joy are also impermenate. So I am guaranteed a continuous increase in the amount of distressing, painful experiences in my life
Not necessarily. I have found long periods of contentment in between my periods of suffering. So although the two both go back-and-forth, you can times when life is worth living.
Absolutely adore your videos
Thank you
You are awesome, Douglas! Thank you
This helped me when I was at my darkest. Thank you. Thank you so much!
You're welcome. It
Dough it will pass at the moment l feel like that phonexi bird rising up from the ashes .which l never thought it would pass .it was the seaon .years of anxiety depresson hopeless the sun is shining today and l know l still have to work on myself. thankyou for all your wisdom .when we talk to one one other it helps love and help to because we all care out there because we fo thru it .thankyou dough you are wonderful kind man .we all need love understanding 😚
I have to say you helped me more with Turn Turn Turn - The Byrds lyrics than the Ecclesiastes verse :D
That song makes me depressed because it makes me think how old I am. At this point I’m looking forward to death.
"Tomorrow is a canceled check. Tomorrow is a promissory note"...ALL WE HAVE IS "NOW". And "Now" is so often difficult to live because we project & regret too much. I'm working on the "Now". Blessings.
Thank you for that lovely reminder and quotation
I'm glad I found your channel.
Thanks a lot for this video . Really helpful
You're welcome. I'm glad that you found the video useful
Thank you very much
Doug , Thanks for helping with the healing.
You're welcome
I have been stucked in this state from past few years , I can't sake this feeling
Have you reached out for Counseling?
@@DouglasBloch yeah I did consult with a psychiatrist ,they only gave me pills which made me sleep all day long and for some reasons I stopped in the middle of treatment
All i have to do is leave the house and I am quickly reminded of why I feel constantly heartbroken and hopeless. The perpetuity of humanity’s greed, cruelty and cold selfishness will clearly NOT end. We’ve always been this way, and always will be till our self-made reckoning hits, which appears to be coming sooner than later. I dread a new tomorrow, and I just want out and to be free of this shameful species I was dropped into through no choice of my own.
I agree that human beings often do terrible things. On the other hand there are many people that are working for the good. You might want to check out a group called Mercy Corps that I belong too. They are working to ease suffering in many parts of the world. Perhaps you could belong to an organization such as this. As the saying goes, "it is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness."
@@DouglasBloch Thank you. I am involved in environmental organizations that endeavor to minimize the extensive damage that humanity is waging upon the innocent species across our planet.
Doug you have been helping me during my struggles I thank you
You’re welcome. I’m glad the videos are helping
Amen! Hope in eternal life and waiting for the Rapture. Sometimes it's just trying to get through the next 10mins in increments yes this too shall pass works. Thank you for sharing.
Douglas, this has been helpful. Thank you.
Thanks very much❤❤❤❤
God bless you, Doug.
Thank you.
It was nice watching your video but I couldn't stop crying 😢. I am so hopeless today ,feeling like I not going to be released from this disastrous feeling in my mind. Thought of giving up even after I listened to you then I thought just write feeling down here so I may get some relief
Cancel cancel...this shall pass i hope
Keep repeating this too shall pass and write it down.
Thanks 🙏🏾 love all your videos. Gives me hope
Very intetesting and we'll constructed
Thank you for your amazing help!
Thank you Douglas, you helped me a lot.
You are more than welcome. How was the video helpful?
Thanks Douglas
Loved this. Thank you! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Thanks
Thank you
You're welcome.
Thank you Doug love listening to you x
Thanks Margaret. Perhaps she would like to join one of my live video chats on UA-cam every Sunday at 12 Pacific time. Just show up at the homepage of the channel
Thank you☺️
You’re welcome.
The last few days I've felt really bad, sunday, yesterday and today, this is the worst i have felt in a long long time, i don't know whats wrong with me. I feel really depressed, even my heart feels strange.
You should talk to your counselor about this or your doctor
@@DouglasBloch Will do man, thanks for the videos, I've been listening for a while.
Everyday is the same. At this moment I cannot see any way out. And I don't want help because I feel ashamed of someone asking me what have I done with my life and tired with no strength to explain why, how or what is going on. People keep saying only way is to face the dragon and get your life in order. It is kind of hard to get anything done when you feel drained all the time for no reason. And I have been trying to stay off medication facing this dragon or the darkness and I cannot take it anymore! I don't even know people because I hardly leave my house and avoid interacting with anyone. It is miserable😭
Perhaps medication would be helpful. Do you have a psychiatrist or nurse practitioner or you can talk to about it? Also how about seeing a therapist. There is a way to get through this
@@DouglasBloch Thank you so much for replying.❤️I'm going to see my doctor tomorrow. And I live in a very small town with no therapists here. I used to travel a long distance to see one. I left medication 3 times because everyone here says medication is bad and its better to fix it without it. But it doesn't get better. And another doctor warned me that bipolar disorder is likely to cause someone to go off medication and think everything is fine. Anyways... Sorry I got so emotional on here thank you for your kindness and compassion.🌿🌹
Sir this is so motivating...........😇
I’m glad it is helping
Feelin down today, i know its because i drank too much last night. Feeling that life will not get better. But i know there are some good days ahead
Glad to hear it.
You have saved my life many times,. I wish I could contribute, but I live on $203/month (government assistance). IF i ever get on disability, I will surely support your channel, between you and Noah, You both have made my life worth living. Bless your hearts :)
Thanks. Let others know about this channel. Keep pushing to get on disability. It is worth it
@@DouglasBloch Thank you for your support :) it's much needed, and appreciated!
Thanks for the video Douglas! Do You have a video for Depersonalization / Derealization ?
Not yet. I’ve never suffered this, but I could interview other people who have. What are your symptoms?
Douglas Bloch There are quite a few, and it’s about feelings/senses:
Isolation and detachment feelings. During eating, comes a thought that the hand doesn’t feel mine. Feeling that the world became empty, though still there are a lot of known people, but somehow doesn’t feel connected to them. No feeling of body fully. No feelings of joy, and the best I can do is do fun things, but they just return from feelings of derealization and desensibilization. Can’t go socialize, if there is no close people I know - It gets suddenly detached sensation from crowd. Sense of time, can’t tell by feeling if it was 7 or 3 days ago, just by memory.
Vygandas P I relate to this
Precisely... Life and death cycle. Depression shall not pass. The pain doesn't end. It ends in death.
1- Four magic words: this too shall pass
If things changed in the past,they will change now too
2- time doesn't unfold in a straight line but it is a series of circles
3- don't ask yourself "will this pain will end?"
Instead ask yourself "how can i make it till the end of the day"
If your mind jumps into the future and catastrophises: take a deep breath, feel your feet touching the ground to bring yourself back to the present
Good summary
GOOD STORY GREATLY SPOKEN GOD SPEED.
Great info!
Everything is in flux.this too shall pass. Thanks Douglas
Amazing !
Your 👌 blessing
Thanks
I love your channel!
Thanks