Are You Born to Be Anxious? It May Be Your Temperament

Ever wonder why some people seem to be naturally anxious?
It's possible that it's not your environment, but your temperament. In this video I'll share what you need to know about anxiety and if you have a "nervous" or an "anxious" temperament.
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Rihmer, Zoltána; Akiskal, Kareen Kb; Rihmer, Annamáriac; Akiskal, Hagop Sb Current research on affective temperaments, Current Opinion in Psychiatry: January 2010 - Volume 23 - Issue 1 - p 12-18 doi: 10.1097/YCO.0b013e32833299d4
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  • @jenng5925
    @jenng59252 жыл бұрын

    I get anxious about EVERYTHING - even things that are fun and exciting. Definitely believe I was born to be this way.

  • @origamikami3486

    @origamikami3486

    2 жыл бұрын

    I used to think that I was as well. I've always been anxious, ever since I was a kid. And anxiety is human, we all need it for survival, but it's that overwhelming anxiety that becomes a problem, like things that are fun and exciting. I don't have anxiety anymore. I realized that anxiety, depression etc are all just symptoms of a larger root cause. So I found my root cause and fixed my anxiety.

  • @zebrahead8727

    @zebrahead8727

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@origamikami3486 what was your root cause ? If you don’t mind sharing ?!

  • @mikenasiri6393

    @mikenasiri6393

    2 жыл бұрын

    I ask you a question but don't give me an answer, give it to yourself, the question is: Are you Cursed? Or are you Blissed? Just imagine, you started with a bad hand (born with it), so basically it is a curse, but if you know the skills, and if you are excited about this beautiful and meaningless game called life, the curse shall become bliss. Good luck

  • @cozyhobbies_

    @cozyhobbies_

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@origamikami3486 how did you manage to find the root cause ? I get overly anxious too and I feel its a learnt behaviour from watching my mum get anxious about stuff so I basically repeat her behaviours. Whereas my dad is more relaxed, not anxious but unfortunately I didn't take these traits as much

  • @origamikami3486

    @origamikami3486

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@zebrahead8727 Hi Zebra Head, my issue was a gut infection. Once I cleared that up, things went back to normal. My body had been screaming out to me for years through anxiety and depression and it was only recently that I took the time to listen. It makes sense because upwards of 70 percent of serotonin is made in our guts. As well as other neurotransmitters. And recently medical professionals have found out that the bi directional communication through the vagus nerve communicates more up than doing, meaning the gut signals to the brain more than the other way around.

  • @SummaGirl1347
    @SummaGirl13472 жыл бұрын

    We REALLY need to to stop believing that going to work sick is a sign of "vigor", or "strength."

  • @alisonmercer5946

    @alisonmercer5946

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes I just heard that and read your comment. Was thinking it doesn't sound like a good thing to go to work sick.

  • @auburnandgrey4457

    @auburnandgrey4457

    2 жыл бұрын

    Covid should change the landscape of Work Hero's that come to work sick.

  • @captainswan3079

    @captainswan3079

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed

  • @caseydorn3309

    @caseydorn3309

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Ben Grimm No, it did not. Because if you got into a fist fight, as an adult, you would be arrested and charged with assault and battery. Work is not school. There is no time out. You do something like that and you end your chances at a good career in the future and all that is associated with it. Thus, you or your coworkers would seethe and be angry-- perhaps you would quit and go someplace else that didn't make you feel so bad. If you felt you or your coworkers were going to harm one another, that is a problem with the work environment, the work group, the work type, or even your boss. That should not be a consideration in a healthy workplace and mental health days do not fix that type of dysfunction. Mental health days for stress, being run down or just working long days are a different story.

  • @pjsmith4369

    @pjsmith4369

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Minu Ki Could most likely have been because they were sent to school by their parent(s).

  • @zooltpool8204
    @zooltpool82042 жыл бұрын

    Yep I was born with anxiety I'm more on the harm side of things. Some of my strongest memories as a young child was always feeling anxious and being very shy around other people

  • @kinjaloctober

    @kinjaloctober

    2 жыл бұрын

    i don't know if I was born that way.. but i do have those strong memories

  • @scarofmanleavethembehind

    @scarofmanleavethembehind

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same! When I was very little I would scream and hide even if it where people I knew but didn't se all the time. I just remember so much anxiety from my whole upbringing and alot of stuff I had to go through that made everything alot worse and made me devolope more issues.

  • @okay5488

    @okay5488

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed

  • @ahhwe-any7434

    @ahhwe-any7434

    2 жыл бұрын

    I tested my limits alot as a kid. I led stupidity pretty much, as well, easily. I got told on a lot. Hardly anyone would've ever believed I was the culprit. Even if I broke down crying, & admitted to it. I think I learned how to lie & even then, I was just funny & cute. I got compared alot to others & I got hated on. I felt bad sometimes bc i didn't think they deserved it but i never asked.. sometimes ppl got mad, and the more angry they got w/ me, the less I cared. As an adult, I got bored w/ life since - prob way back then. My anxiousness tho, thats a whole 'nother story.

  • @pjsmith4369

    @pjsmith4369

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@scarofmanleavethembehind I believe I was anxious even in the womb. I was a thumb sucker from the moment I was born, according to my Mom. So most likely even before birth. I sucked my thumb until I was nine, and it was instantly calming. Anxious throughout childhood and increasing in adulthood until medication at 40 years old. Then my normal life began. Don’t know how I survived that long!!

  • @Србомбоница86
    @Србомбоница862 жыл бұрын

    I get anxious with everything , literally even good events and things in my life ,I constantly have stomach butterflies feelings and chills

  • @YewrinePish
    @YewrinePish2 жыл бұрын

    You tend to show up when I need you. Thank you.

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad to be here for you 😊

  • @ellachallas

    @ellachallas

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, she really does! She’s very tuned in to her collective. So grateful!

  • @liser2788
    @liser27882 жыл бұрын

    Wow, I just thought about this yesterday. The last few days I was pretty restless because of some new experiences in my life and had trouble sleeping through the night. It's hard for me to cope with new situations.

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    What a coincidence that this video popped up for you. I hope over time you can learn to adapt to new situations in a way that causes less disruption for you. 🙂

  • @austyn5004
    @austyn50042 жыл бұрын

    My entire family is anxious and I had a feeling that this is a temperament thing (kinda like how you breed dogs for temperament, why would be people be any different?). I've accepted this earlier this year so now instead of trying to fight it, I work with it. My anxiety has saved my skin a lot more times I can count. Instead of wasting energy suppressing it, I acknowledge, listen, and treat it like a gut instinct. Also lots of exercise and healthy diet tones it down

  • @raab013

    @raab013

    2 жыл бұрын

    🙏💙

  • @truthfirst1893
    @truthfirst18932 жыл бұрын

    When I explain my anxiety to others, I always say, “this is the way I am wired”. This video makes a lot of sense to me. It would explain why I feel as if my brain naturally over reacts to nearly everything. Thank you for your help and time. :)

  • @cellogirl11rw55

    @cellogirl11rw55

    2 жыл бұрын

    I often compare mine to a thunderstorm. It's a bit frightening sometimes, but, I always find my way to ground, and the storm always passes.

  • @Sunnyflower67

    @Sunnyflower67

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@cellogirl11rw55 That's a good way of thinking of it. In the middle of a panic attack, most have trouble remembering the coping skills a therapist might have taught them and think it's never going to end. Understandably so. These videos along with Katie Morton's helped me to be self aware way more than any therapist ever did. Good luck with your coping through your anxiety. 🙂

  • @Србомбоница86

    @Србомбоница86

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Sunnyflower67 i never remember coping skills during panic attack ,I just feel like I am going crazy and get so sad afterward

  • @Sunnyflower67

    @Sunnyflower67

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Србомбоница86 Yes, that makes sense because nobody understands an actual panic attack until they experience one. I've always thought that before making any decisions on our care, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Therapists and Counselors of all types should have to live with whatever our illnesses are for a week. That's all it would take for the whole profession of psychology to be turned upside down!! Right? Don't feel like a failure or like you're weak. This is hard to live with and the treatments that might work aren't always available. So, I feel sad too, for all of us suffering from any mental illness. Life is just not fair and we should always remember that nobody is without an ailment of some kind. With the panic attacks, we've got to learn when to push ourselves just a little out of our comfort zone so we don't become scared and unable to leave our home, and when it's too much and you have to be kind to yourself and try again another time when it feels right. I wish you well and keep watching these videos, I know I will.

  • @DonnaSnyder

    @DonnaSnyder

    2 жыл бұрын

    You make all these traits seem normal, while most people, even therapists, consider these temperament styles are pathological, toxic, aberrant. I feel so much better after hearing this video. Thank you. I'm grateful for your approach.

  • @gregcox9205
    @gregcox92052 жыл бұрын

    "Helping you become self aware is part of what I aim to do..." I hope people realize how awesome that is. Thanks!

  • @OperationFoxley19441
    @OperationFoxley194412 жыл бұрын

    My mind is just wired this way, I'm anxious 24/7 for no reason about everything, I've come to terms with it and accepted it as a part of who I am.

  • @nancymosby7369

    @nancymosby7369

    2 жыл бұрын

    How’s ur sleep patterns?

  • @katr9923

    @katr9923

    2 жыл бұрын

    I get that completely. After years of therapy and medications with no improvement, I was told that this may be "as good as it gets". Made me angry, I fought it, but at a certain point you realize that this is just how you are. It sucks, it isn't fair, but some people's brains are wired this way.

  • @OperationFoxley19441

    @OperationFoxley19441

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nancymosby7369 When I'm not at work I sleep a lot with naps during the day I work in healthcare and work 12.5 hours per shift so I'm often exhausted.

  • @OperationFoxley19441

    @OperationFoxley19441

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@katr9923 Exactly 👍 100%

  • @nancymosby7369

    @nancymosby7369

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@OperationFoxley19441 oh ok! I’m usually plagued by insomnia myself! I too nap during the day I drink coffee which probably don’t help me at all🤔

  • @Србомбоница86
    @Србомбоница862 жыл бұрын

    I am always bored ,always looking for something to do ,it's like I always have this electrical feeling urge to do something ,I hate it,but I am scared of doing the things I plan out in my head

  • @Emtbwebb

    @Emtbwebb

    4 ай бұрын

    Same 😮✌🏼🙏🏼

  • @lindagabriel3419
    @lindagabriel34192 жыл бұрын

    I use to be an outgoing, gregareous person until I had to deal with chronic health issues. I began losing my hearing over the years to Menieres. My hearing is distorted and I can not hear out of my left ear. I have severe eczema and both types of arthitis too. My whole personality has changed and counseling does not help because on good days I seem normal. So sometimes our lifestyle and personality drastically changes and we become super anxious and can't control it. I really am thankful for your videos Der. Marks. Thank you.

  • @littlelulu4107

    @littlelulu4107

    2 жыл бұрын

    Change your diet. I did and many of my issues are now gone. Got rid of all inflammatory processed foods including sugar. It’ll take a while to heal but stick with it. Good luck

  • @Gabby-hw7my

    @Gabby-hw7my

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was already mentally ill but became a million times worse after developing health issues too. Tinnitus, in particular.

  • @littlelulu4107

    @littlelulu4107

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Gabby-hw7my sorry to hear that😔

  • @lombmusic07

    @lombmusic07

    2 жыл бұрын

    My father had menieres. He developed a skill of lip reading and getting the gist of what is being said to him. Having activities like gardening and walking became very important. I hope this info helps a little

  • @hbwilder4586

    @hbwilder4586

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@littlelulu4107 I know you mean well, but as another person with chronic illness please understand this doesn't cure everyone. There's so much stigma towards chronically ill people that we "don't get better" or "aren't trying hard enough" or "not eating healthy enough". It's part of the just world fallacy - people want to think if you do X, Y and Z it'll all get better - and if it doesn't, it's the fault of the ill person. I know you mean well, I know you don't mean any malice, but please PLEASE be careful how you toss around these comments. Chronic illness MEANS CHRONIC, it's not just our diets that are killing some of us!!

  • @KhalerJex
    @KhalerJex2 жыл бұрын

    "you learn how to do this, by becoming self aware" Ma'am, by becoming self aware I'm getting even more certain I need to die.

  • @NicholsonSam

    @NicholsonSam

    2 жыл бұрын

    well said.

  • @persephone9307

    @persephone9307

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's what I realize everytime I glance into the future.

  • @ekuaserwaah

    @ekuaserwaah

    2 жыл бұрын

    Don't die ai

  • @acdb-4145

    @acdb-4145

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awareness is the first step towards change and adaptation. You either try to effect small changes in yourself in order to learn to handle adversity, or you adapt your lifestyle to be more confortable for you (ex: hate your job? Find one you like better, even if it pays less. Hate city life? Move, etc). Everyone dies, so don't worry: we'll get there. Just what would you like to do in the meantime? If life is so unbearable that you rather skip to the end, find someone who can help you make it better.

  • @artemischen4086

    @artemischen4086

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think self awareness is a good thing, but too much can cause anxiety and depression. Knowing too much about yourself can also make you lose the sense of self.

  • @wareforcoin5780
    @wareforcoin57802 жыл бұрын

    I imagine it would be very beneficial to early humans for a tribe to have the one person who was worried about everything. They'd see the predator first, and give everyone time to act.

  • @scarofmanleavethembehind

    @scarofmanleavethembehind

    2 жыл бұрын

    Or thinking of all the bad outcomes that can come from different actions.

  • @amethyst2314

    @amethyst2314

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m definitely that person that worries about everything.

  • @Anna133199

    @Anna133199

    2 жыл бұрын

    I imagine it would be beneficial to early humans to have all these types. Sometimes, with great risk comes a great reward and sometimes harm avoidance is the best option.

  • @moonknight4053

    @moonknight4053

    2 жыл бұрын

    yoo eh, that’d be dope, they’ll be like “ yo ur the leader now u got some mad strategic skills” nah fam I’m just suffering from bad anxiety

  • @CaToRi-
    @CaToRi-2 жыл бұрын

    Sometimes we are anxious and fearful and the root is in the childhood. The parents use fear as a way to control their kids and then that fear stay implanted in the kids brain. If you are an anxious person, try to remember how your parents talked to you, how they convince you to do or not to do something, do they use fear to convince you or manipulate you?

  • @alexandravoynova3478

    @alexandravoynova3478

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely!

  • @georginarandolphgirl66

    @georginarandolphgirl66

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep

  • @msharic85

    @msharic85

    2 жыл бұрын

    This!!

  • @georginarandolphgirl66

    @georginarandolphgirl66

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@msharic85 Alot of guilt, shaming, fear and manipulation was used to I am learning to re parent myself and I don't let anyone to it to me again. Anytime someone would try to manipulate me I would start to feel very hostile inside because it triggered me and I felt like I had to help them but over the years I learned the hard way from certain family members that they would play the victim or sulk because they needed something so I would buy it because they needed it and then I found out that they were saving their money and getting family members including myself to pay for things so they could save their money. I was so angry and I have kept my connection with these people to a minimum and when they start with the manipulation then I ignore it or tell them that I am sure that they will find a way. No I am slowly rebuilding my life mentally, emotionally, physically etc

  • @REChronic54

    @REChronic54

    2 жыл бұрын

    You last sentence is what has affected me for a long time. I've become a sensitive person because my parents have always felt like my mistakes were personal jabs towards them. Now I feel like I'm always misinterpreting people's words as a slight towards me or I'm very heavily affected if I feel like I've inconvenienced them.

  • @lizbetpcb3759
    @lizbetpcb37592 жыл бұрын

    Dr. Marks, I don’t think I’ve ever commented on one of your videos, but thank you! I used to be ashamed or embarrassed about being ‘nervous’ or high strung. It took me most of my life to accept who I am and I believe it’s my nature to be anxious. Though sometimes it can be a problem, in general accepting what I am has given me peace. I take myself as I am.

  • @shirleykaye4344

    @shirleykaye4344

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lizbet, This is a lovely comment. Self acceptance can sometimes be difficult especially for those of us who are "different". You have given yourself the gift of self acceptance which has allowed you to be happier. I wish more of us could be as brave and wise as you are.

  • @Србомбоница86

    @Србомбоница86

    2 жыл бұрын

    The problem is that my anxiety is hurting me ,I can't accept it ,it's not how I wanna live my life

  • @lizbetpcb3759

    @lizbetpcb3759

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Србомбоница86 I completely get that. I hope you find relief!

  • @DJ5780
    @DJ57802 жыл бұрын

    I frickin hate my anxious temperament especially when it causes me to feel timid in positions of leadership, responsibility or decision making. I purposely search for things I can take to help me feel more assertive if not aggressive even.

  • @brklyn2922

    @brklyn2922

    2 жыл бұрын

    I understand. I am in the same situation. My ideal job is to work by myself but many jobs require some form of interaction with coworkers. Leadership roles are considered "better" roles than contributor roles imo.

  • @shyaaammeneen63

    @shyaaammeneen63

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@brklyn2922 Take action today to develop your mental muscles. Participate in group activities. To feel better reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, neck straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within by itself. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, at office, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Reduce negative social media. Avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes. Senior Counsellor.

  • @brklyn2922

    @brklyn2922

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@shyaaammeneen63 Thank you so much!

  • @shyaaammeneen63

    @shyaaammeneen63

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@brklyn2922 Since many years I have made it a habit to observe my breath sensations even during my normal activities and I am feeling relaxed and healthy. Anywhere-anytime it can be done. The best part is nobody comes to now that you are doing the breath observing practice as there is no deep breathing or sound. Reduce watching negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Read my msg and do the practice regularly. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir-Counsellor.

  • @Warlanda
    @Warlanda2 жыл бұрын

    seems like I read somewhere that some traits can be developed in utero depending on the experiences/reactions of the mother during the pregnancy. just wanted to throw that out there. thanks, Dr. Tracey; you look especially beautiful today!

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's very interesting. there's a lot that gets passed on from mother to baby in utero, so what you say doesn't surprise me. thanks for the tidbit. And thanks for the compliment. 🙂

  • @The333Wanderer
    @The333Wanderer2 жыл бұрын

    I was petrified of traveling locally or long distance when young. I've gotten a lot better but, holy smoke, it takes so much energy for me to do.

  • @jeelew
    @jeelew2 жыл бұрын

    I’m going into my first year as a teacher and this video sheds light on how I behaved during training. With one week to prepare and lots of information to process, I found myself being frustrated by the fast pace. I’m used to things coming to me easily and to be challenged at something that I refuse to quit, I went through the week being impatient and filled with anxiety. Thank you, Dr. Marks. Understanding the issue helps to recognize behaviors and work towards changing them.

  • @mr.timjohnston546
    @mr.timjohnston5462 жыл бұрын

    Just wanted to drop in to say how great you are for putting all these vids on here for so many ppl.. Your one of the best on YT thank you for being here

  • @whodis3079
    @whodis30792 жыл бұрын

    Interesting; thought provoking; somewhat confusing; and absolutely necessary for individuals and families struggling with persistent anxiety. As our family culture dictates, we've isolated ourselves to hide perceived weaknesses from one another. My family may not immediately appreciate this "share" but hopefully we will learn to support each other to our mutual long term benefit. Thanks DocM.

  • @LexiA0327
    @LexiA03272 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all your amazing advice,you change lives. Sidenote that shirt looks great on you it’s so beautiful 🤩

  • @nickcannon3601
    @nickcannon36012 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for unselfishness and giving your hard earn education to the people willingly! It’s greatly appreciated

  • @martinvansanten4417
    @martinvansanten44172 жыл бұрын

    You're pure gold. Thank you again for another wonderful video. Also thank you for doing another video about anxiety, and for the upcoming video on self esteem.

  • @alexaagee11
    @alexaagee112 жыл бұрын

    Dr. Tracey, I just would like to say, that I have been watching your videos for over a year now, and i have learned so much from the information you share. I am so looking forward to the video of temperament and self esteem, as right now I am struggling to overcome some negative traits I have let build up. Thank you will never be enough, you are saving lives. 💞 Mine to be exact. THANK YOU!!!! 🥰

  • @lordjump23
    @lordjump232 жыл бұрын

    I am loving your work!!! I have bad anxiety...can't look people in the eye for too long. But, I've found that persistence and accepting critique as a challenge has helped me to find ways to manage my harm avoidance.

  • @jennifermanzano2400
    @jennifermanzano24002 жыл бұрын

    Dr. Marks…this was a phenomenal video! You gave such a thorough and easily understood explanation of personality and temperament. As a born worry wort, I truly appreciate everything you said here. Your advice and expertise is greatly appreciated by people like me who just cannot afford the luxury of regular counseling…though I do see the benefits. Please keep up the excellent work! 👍

  • @bluesun2001
    @bluesun20014 ай бұрын

    I am so thankful for your input and hardwork in putting all these videos out there for us himans to improve and to keep going. The level of expertise, the articulation, the charm and beauty...just thank you! ❤

  • @BBFCCO733
    @BBFCCO7332 жыл бұрын

    Good to know because some people treat you like you have a problem if you are anxious and try to medicate or change you. Important to know the difference.

  • @lakep7798
    @lakep77982 жыл бұрын

    This was very informative. I so appreciate you, Dr. Marks!

  • @deargodwhyme
    @deargodwhyme2 жыл бұрын

    On an unrelated point, how is Dr. Marks both this smart while also having such badass style. Seriously, she's fly as hell.

  • @a.k.3110
    @a.k.3110 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, it's so kind that you offer help to me and others understanding us better and making better fitting descitions. 🌻

  • @republicofrose
    @republicofrose2 жыл бұрын

    You are such a good source of the information necessary for self awareness and growth. I appreciate you and your work.

  • @angelaowen6376
    @angelaowen63762 жыл бұрын

    You're just brilliant Dr. Marks.

  • @jerlinej3516
    @jerlinej35162 жыл бұрын

    The card analogy at the end really did wrapped things up nicely

  • @edz123ful
    @edz123ful2 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou Dr. Tracey! The insights you share are so profoundly useful. This one certainly helped me today. I'm glad I was introduced to your channel! Love.

  • @monkey5459
    @monkey54592 жыл бұрын

    You are awesome and I'm so glad you had the strength and fortitude to keep on going with your video's. They help me to understand myself and others better and I use what I have learnt from your lessons to help the people I work with. Thank you for being you!

  • @carinapcoelho
    @carinapcoelho2 жыл бұрын

    I'm very anxious and I can't remember when I wasn't like that. But I know my early childhood experiences let up to this point I had some very hard moments when I was little that broke me. But I'm also persistent I don't want to feel constantly anxious anymore, I'm gonna win over my anxiety otherwise I can't live normally. It's really difficult constantly living like everywhere is danger. I noticed that my mother since birth would always make me scared of everything unnecessarily because she was overprotective, I lost confidence in myself and I feel like always being careful or having to avoid Situations, I'm also a lot more anxious around her and feel relieve when she leaves me alone for a little

  • @Србомбоница86

    @Србомбоница86

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same thing with my mom ,her anxiety definitely influenced me a lot ,I was fearless as a kid ,but her constantly worrying affected me a lot

  • @gina9898
    @gina98982 жыл бұрын

    Dr. Marks, Can you be more than one of the types you just described in your video? i.e. novelty seeking and reward dependence? I learned about your videos from my therapist ironically and she suggested that I watch them. I have learned a lot from them and I share them with anyone who will listen. Please keep making them! You are such an inspiration. Thanks.

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Gina that's awesome that your therapist recommended my videos. Tell her I said thank you. In the four factor model I described, a person would have aspects of all four of the dimensions. You would get a score of high versus low on all four factors. So you could be high on novelty seeking but low to medium on harm avoidance, as an example. I focused on harm avoidance because it's the factor most associated with anxiety.

  • @anniel482
    @anniel4822 жыл бұрын

    Excellent as always!

  • @Rick.rick1987
    @Rick.rick19872 жыл бұрын

    You are the best!! You have no idea how much your videos helped me! Thank you so much!!

  • @SethPerler
    @SethPerler2 жыл бұрын

    Dr Marks, you make fantastic content, thanks!

  • @juacimm
    @juacimm2 жыл бұрын

    I just want to say that I am so happy to receive these thorough and well explained lessons from you, a woman of color. Your advice has helped me tremendously to better grasp the problems im facing, and having you be a person who looks like me makes me feel more seen, as a lot of the channels on self help on youtube (that I know of) are not poc owned/operated. You're the shit, also my mom and all my friends love your channel. Thanks so much.

  • @beckymartin1810
    @beckymartin18102 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thank you! Hard work but so life changing!

  • @monaebreak561
    @monaebreak5612 жыл бұрын

    Very interesting! 👏 I remember being nervous even before I knew the word.

  • @Deba7777
    @Deba77772 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Doc, always good stuff from you, I appreciate it!

  • @desic3274
    @desic32742 жыл бұрын

    Harm avoidance! I've never heard of this term. This hits me close to home. I've conditioned myself to fight against it when it comes to health issues. I pump myself up positively when I feel unwell. Although I'm still extremely gun shy when it comes to emotional disappointment. Even when I see others suffer it. I will stay clear of similar situations. It's a practice that protects me from harm. But, I realize that this defense sometimes keeps me from cloistered from good experiences as well.

  • @guadalupem101
    @guadalupem1012 жыл бұрын

    My goodness! Dr Tracy, your explanations are clear and so helpful! Thank you so much!

  • @salt_and_light03
    @salt_and_light032 жыл бұрын

    Great video as always, thank you!! 🙏🏽

  • @damadatura
    @damadatura2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the great job you do for us Dr. Tracey

  • @ADAJ3KINGANGEL
    @ADAJ3KINGANGEL2 жыл бұрын

    I like the metaphor about playing the hand you were dealt & being self aware.

  • @jabaerga1
    @jabaerga12 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video!

  • @summersmith1610
    @summersmith16102 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Dr. Marks. You mentioned about awareness but i guess it also needs to be implemented & executed properly.. card analogy is so gud..

  • @kitokamilimusic6378
    @kitokamilimusic63782 жыл бұрын

    Big fan of your channel here. I appreciate your viewpoint & experience so much. I don't agree that anxiety can possibly be anyone's temperament. Imho, anxiety is rooted in fear & fear can be eliminated when not necessary. The only necessary fear is when being chased by a bear or knowing a bear is in the same area & may come into contact with you (and stuff like that). Most of the time, folk be fearing thoughts that are usually bogus af❤️

  • @kashesan
    @kashesan2 жыл бұрын

    So helpful-thanks Dr Marks.

  • @carmeny.9721
    @carmeny.97212 жыл бұрын

    I was a shy kid and I think sometime in high school (probably 14-15), it sort of morphed into social anxiety. High school was definitely when I started to worry about how people I barely knew thought about me

  • @valodimopoulou8865
    @valodimopoulou88652 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos Dr.Marks. I am quite sure I was born this way. Since I remember myself I remember being anxious the whole time..After adolescence depression and panic attacks appeared. I guess all that chronic anxiety accumulated like a volcano. I have been in antidepressants for years but sometimes I still don't feel capable to control my anxiety.

  • @lykoe4045
    @lykoe40452 жыл бұрын

    Dear Dr. Tracy, Love your content as usual so please do keep going, thank you Also! I mainly write this because I’d truly love it if you could make a video over HSP (highly sensitive person) and SPD (sensory processing disorder) If you already have please do make me know!

  • @chilenapromedioRU
    @chilenapromedioRU2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dr. Tracey. I guess the Harm Avoidance is part of my Temperament, I recall how my father told me that my half sister reminds him of me, because when I was a child I was always in worry about my good grades and with "belly pain" when stressed. This developed badly with a traumatic experience at age 22 turning into PTSD. I did DBT therapy and it helped me to became self aware, so I can recognise when I feel anxiety attacks and panic attacks, so I can take steps to lower my anxiety. The depression is another issue, though .

  • @LAnimeMaster
    @LAnimeMaster2 жыл бұрын

    I love the card analogy. I use it a lot with my clients.

  • @MatthewOhioKettering
    @MatthewOhioKettering2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your videos!

  • @frankrizzo4778
    @frankrizzo47782 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much 🙏Learned a lot about myself

  • @Mayousse
    @Mayousse2 жыл бұрын

    You look stunning here. You're glowing. Thank you for another great video.

  • @piperjaycie

    @piperjaycie

    2 жыл бұрын

    Rainbow!!!!!🥰

  • @joemolaodij6182
    @joemolaodij61822 жыл бұрын

    I so love watching your videos, they really help in understanding mental health.....💪

  • @sergiomarcano9697
    @sergiomarcano96972 жыл бұрын

    Dra. You are the Best!, greetings from Venezuela

  • @bobbimichelle1
    @bobbimichelle12 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I find your videos helpful while learning how to deal with my emotional and mental struggles. I assume because of current world events, lots of people are struggling. Thanks for your work to help facilitate knowledge and help in this area.

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome Bobbi and thanks for watching. 😊👍🏽

  • @Anangelfromabove
    @Anangelfromabove2 жыл бұрын

    I think you can still change being anxious with firing and wiring new thoughts. It’s not easy but simple. I think I was meant to be sensitive, but definitely not this anxious.

  • @1_jahwarrior
    @1_jahwarrior2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dr Tracey 🙏🏽

  • @Natella111
    @Natella1112 жыл бұрын

    I wish I could go to therapy with you, Dr. Tracey. I really like 👍 your videos and the way you talk and explain things.

  • @msmithrandir561
    @msmithrandir5612 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dr. Marks

  • @icidaimon5670
    @icidaimon56702 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dr. Marks, this illuminated so many things about my temperament

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's excellent Mayan, I'm glad 😊

  • @aleksandracatt
    @aleksandracatt2 жыл бұрын

    This was such a good video! Very insightful!

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you think so!🙂

  • @serenity748
    @serenity7482 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video and scientific information. thank you.

  • @yeoman2k1
    @yeoman2k12 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos so much!!!

  • @catherinekittykat
    @catherinekittykat2 жыл бұрын

    great info!!!!!

  • @bunille
    @bunille2 жыл бұрын

    I was very on-edge and alert even back when it was my first time in school in the UK. It does feel like I was born with this, but more in the way that I'm just very hypersensitive, fragile, and empathic. I also was neglected when I was a baby and have continuously been, and also have been abused; that's what lead to Personality Disorders and CPTSD. I was just way more prone to them.

  • @KellyWellins1
    @KellyWellins12 жыл бұрын

    Love it! Keep it up!

  • @DrTraceyMarks

    @DrTraceyMarks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Will do! ❤️

  • @andreasrylander
    @andreasrylander2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you SO MUCH for your amazing, helpful videos!

  • @johnmaggiorino4493
    @johnmaggiorino44932 жыл бұрын

    Very Good content Doc. 👍

  • @gerardorivera2559
    @gerardorivera25592 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video

  • @user-qh2vn7hn9t
    @user-qh2vn7hn9t2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you doctor !

  • @FlourishingMoss
    @FlourishingMoss2 жыл бұрын

    I really really love your channel

  • @mackfam9798
    @mackfam97982 жыл бұрын

    thanks for posting this this was helpful have a great day :)

  • @joegar3174
    @joegar31742 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dr Tracey.

  • @maddiek3352
    @maddiek33522 жыл бұрын

    This makes so much sense. My sister has always been "perfect" and has never struggled with her mental health, but I'm the exact opposite. Same upbringing, same treatment

  • @ChiasmMarksTheSpot

    @ChiasmMarksTheSpot

    2 жыл бұрын

    Genetics is mysterious and plays a huge role. And just to add in I've come to think everyone will struggle with mental health... Eventually... For a period. Someone may not get life-threatening pneumonia however we all get colds. That kinda thing.

  • @nicolenewman200
    @nicolenewman2002 жыл бұрын

    I had no idea that anxiety could be a personality trait. Now my anxiety doesn't seem so terrifying. Thank you !!

  • @JEDASE
    @JEDASE2 жыл бұрын

    It becomes silly when people rely on their horoscopes for their eradicating personality but nope it gets a little deeper and your videos helps out a lot

  • @frankjames1945
    @frankjames19452 жыл бұрын

    I love these videos thank you

  • @jayshawnelder8017
    @jayshawnelder80172 жыл бұрын

    I’ve noticed that I’ve always been a anxious person. I’m can be really impatient and will make a impulsive decision. I also overthink constantly even when I don’t need to which becomes really stressful so i consider myself a hybrid who will over Analyze a situation while making a impulse decision.

  • @mwngw
    @mwngw Жыл бұрын

    This was me from a time as early as I can remember. But much of it was nurtured by great childhood trauma, namely my patents' divorce before I was 3. My mother was also frantic, being a single mother. I became a chronic, lifetime worrier and overthinker. Not resilient, socially avoiding, and desperate in many ways. But I prefer aloneness, and am easily stressed.

  • @oliverschroder3944
    @oliverschroder39442 жыл бұрын

    Dear Dr. Tracey Marks, your videos are really useful. I am high in novelty seeking. That this has something to do with temperament surprises me. I thought It would be ADHD. I feel relieved and more normal now :-)

  • @TaharkahX
    @TaharkahX2 жыл бұрын

    Dr. Tracey is adorable 🥰

  • @missmarthafawker
    @missmarthafawker2 жыл бұрын

    That moment when I phase out part way through and make myself rewind and pay attention.

  • @jiiuk
    @jiiuk5 ай бұрын

    It’s hard for me to believe in temperaments when all the explanations of all temperaments can be applied on me:)

  • @shineeis5657
    @shineeis56572 жыл бұрын

    I have had a very negative temperament since I learned how to speak. Most the therapists I have seen were very bad. They blamed my mother for my mental health. One tried to manipulate me into thinking she is abusive! Your video will make her feel better. I think I'm definitely predisposed for anxiety and sadness.

  • @sofiaharper6349

    @sofiaharper6349

    2 жыл бұрын

    I wouldn’t be surprised if you are experiencing denial.. abuse is more common than not.

  • @shaunferguson83
    @shaunferguson832 жыл бұрын

    first off you are so beautiful, second thank you for you content I apply it to my life daily

  • @amandadasilva675
    @amandadasilva6752 жыл бұрын

    I'm using your videos to understand my anxiety

  • @Ayesha_F
    @Ayesha_F2 жыл бұрын

    thank you! ❤️

  • @juliobonilla2222
    @juliobonilla22222 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos they honesty help me a lot thanks Doc love u