"I don't necessary want to kill myself, I just want to stop existing"

@eryk533

8 жыл бұрын

Not criticizing. I am echoing her comment; which is exactly how I feel most of the time. That's life, one just need to live on. ;-)

@manotantofaz

8 жыл бұрын

+Low Yoo Win YES! thank you so much, i feel like this all the time, im so happy somebody understands im crying

@artisttrentcaldwell7616

8 жыл бұрын

Yeh the fact of the matter is, people that commit suicide dont always want to kill themselves exactly, they just believe they cant overcome their situation

@overdose4903

8 жыл бұрын

+Low Yoo Win I'm not depressed, I just have its symptoms

@oisinotoole2102

8 жыл бұрын

dude fuck off ,oh nice quote you got your attention now delete your comment and stop trying to be a downer

Shoutout to anyone who's battling with their mental health, stay well. If you're not well, that's ok, keep going.

@lilnarm_smoothblaze

4 жыл бұрын

May you stay well also

@laurazucchiatti8761

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@omniyambot9876

4 жыл бұрын

it's not okay, I'm planning to die

@laurazucchiatti8761

4 жыл бұрын

@@omniyambot9876 Hold up, no please don't do it. I've been through mentally and was bad. I almost took my own life last Christmas and I planned to be dead in the hours of the 25th. But just holding on I'm still here. Was my ultimate goal in 2019. 11 October I'll turn 25 and next Christmas will be 1 year since my supposed death from suicide 💪🏻👋🏻. *HOLD ON. YOU MATTER. YOU CAN ACHIEVE SO MUCH. YOU CAN.*

@youngdreamer8425

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, your words are comforting

Sucks when parents think you're trying to hurt them through your depression

@sohinidutta97

5 жыл бұрын

Noor Hingorani Or they take it personally and feel like it's their fault. That in turn makes you feel worse and sort of convinces you to isolate yourself more.

@mehakgill5134

4 жыл бұрын

My parents too This feel worse

@ahlinad1221

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, someone had to say this. My parents do the same, they blame me for it.

@lindamartin218

4 жыл бұрын

Sucks when your entire family and friends does it.

@ahlinad1221

4 жыл бұрын

@@lindamartin218 Atleast you have friends, I don't :'(

"I was sent to see a therapist, she didn't help me at all though in fact she made me feel worse" This is exactly what I've been saying therapist, counselors and so are not for everybody, they don't help everybody.

@kingcasper0715

8 жыл бұрын

me too, I had anger issues and depression. They tired to make me take pills then go to see a counselor. didn't work just got worse.

@debbiedebdeb4183

8 жыл бұрын

Anthony Reyes What happened next?

@boredymcbored

8 жыл бұрын

+Debbie Deb Deb If your therapist sucks, definitely think about seeing a new one. I used to have a shitty one and then I had one that didn't quite know what they were doing. Now I have a phenomenal one that makes me laugh and one I don't feel stupid opening up to. Good therapists/psychs are out there. If any one of them sucks, think about getting new ones. It'll make you happier, I promise. :)

@TheTwinkieState

8 жыл бұрын

+Debbie Deb Deb For me all of the therapist I had made me feel unimportant. I had one who I met every week and would ask me the same questions about my family and events in my life. There is just somethings I don't want to re-talk about. For me I just want someone who I can vent to when I am very depress which is why I am glad that I met a really great friend who can help me.

@coomzee1

8 жыл бұрын

+Stacey Schugel (twinkiestate) Exactly rehashing the same stuff endlessly can often reinforce the very thing you seek to get over..

My depression is so bad that I lost some emotions like crying and happiness.

@Force20916

7 жыл бұрын

Liv G don't lose those emotions for those are important emotions in our life. I sincerely wish you the best as I write this best of luck and god bless in over coming your depression which you will.

@livelovelou6473

7 жыл бұрын

Liv G hang in there! don't give up! reach out, it's ok to admit you need help.

@peaceandlove544

7 жыл бұрын

Liv G you became apathetic, numb, that is sad, go out to nature, contemplate, meditate, shower in cold water, take sun baths, to revive your spirit and nervous-emotional system, watch funny movies, play with children and pets, go to the beach, watch inspiring movies and real life stories, journal writting down all that has bothered you in your whole life since you can remember, walk in the park, the beach or a forest, feel the wind in your face. Make a list of the wonderfull things that you have now and that have happened to you since you can remember. Talk to your friends, family, pastor and any positive people. Detach from toxic or depressive people as this and negative feeds your depression.

@SuzyKabluzy

7 жыл бұрын

peace and love I love your comment. I hope it helps everyone that reads it.

@samwallaceart288

7 жыл бұрын

"peace and love" I'm curious where you got that advice. It would be interesting if external stimuli could evoke emotions in someone that says they literally "feel nothing", though I doubt that's the case. My impression was that feeling *anything* is difficult in terms of chronic depression, let alone positivity.

If anyone's reading.. Just wanna tell you I'm 20 years old and I had depression since I was a kid... Went through a lot of hospitalizations and all,...but now,in this age, I'M MOSTLY FREE OF DEPRESSION. There's always hope. Never lose it

@nataliaowczak3347

4 жыл бұрын

How did u get free?

@vike9527

Жыл бұрын

You maybe just sad, because in depression you don't feel good even after you wake up through sleep.

@trushanpadhan6639

Жыл бұрын

Very very good

To all those watching this video for their mental health, in case no one tells you today, just know you’re not alone (a lot of us are here for the same reasons) and you’re doing an amazing job getting on top of your mental health. And you should be proud of yourself for doing so. I hope you have an amazing day, and know we’re all here with you :)

@Sam-gc9gc

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Micheal. Hope you’re doing okay too

@evamaiataranenko4897

Жыл бұрын

I needed to hear that. Thank you

@unknownsm23

Жыл бұрын

I don't know how but I really want to get out of itt... It's taking over me a lot... I can't live with it... Now only two options r left with me....

@matiaslipovec

Жыл бұрын

Thank You Michael

@kratikachauhan4156

Жыл бұрын

🤍

She has great confidence to speak in front of an audience.

@mattiasarvidsson8522

4 жыл бұрын

the chads like her beauty .. thats how they get confidence

@nathanaelgroe1370

4 жыл бұрын

Why?

@Bondelhyde

3 ай бұрын

@@mattiasarvidsson8522 You're bloody delusional.

I'm glad making friends helped you get over your depression, but some ppl cannot make friends or even find positive friends. And that keeps us depressed.

@exhibitjean

9 жыл бұрын

lol. im glad im not the only one.

@exhibitjean

9 жыл бұрын

I just listened to it now for the first time, its awesome.

@exhibitjean

9 жыл бұрын

***** I need to start a playlist :)

@xxdarkjes294

6 жыл бұрын

ikr. I havent ever had friends. and I have no support system whatsover.

@TheGamingBoy983

5 жыл бұрын

It’s a trial and error. You keep finding friends till you get the right ones. I’m still struggling with that. But it’s getting better/

"I had no interest in getting better, I just didnt care."

@vesharamberran2706

4 жыл бұрын

Omg😭😭😭😭😭

@reignoffire1010

4 жыл бұрын

@@vesharamberran2706 ay mami

@hypnotherapist2211

3 жыл бұрын

It's TRUE. You just don't care.. it does get better but you have to work at it.

What a beautiful story. You know when she said I felt better, I am not judging people - anymore. Thats part of the secret - when you judge other people - you are judging yourself.

@aymalay2191

4 жыл бұрын

100% right

@mirdanish1055

4 жыл бұрын

yah that is the prblm in depression...i also try to judge orther people

@novavanguard1313

3 жыл бұрын

I don't judge others just myself

@elenatorres4934

3 жыл бұрын

Kudos for the video content! Forgive me for chiming in, I would appreciate your opinion. Have you thought about - Lammywalness Erase Depression Guide (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now)? It is a good exclusive product for beating depression fast minus the headache. Ive heard some incredible things about it and my cooworker at last got astronomical results with it.

@jutanboy

Жыл бұрын

@@novavanguard1313 i dont judge people, but i always assume what they are thinking, i assume the worst

This is scary how she is describing me

@TechDummies-cu4yd

7 жыл бұрын

This is crazy im the same way

@honeyalmontereynoso7609

7 жыл бұрын

Hey she described me too! I'm here if you want sharing!

@honeyalmontereynoso7609

7 жыл бұрын

Hey Ava_Louise_xo how are youuu?

@definitelynotafurry2503

7 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@susannehaldi8939

6 жыл бұрын

Ava_Louise_xo ooooohhhhh

I got my first bout with depression when I was 52. It's hard to imagine that some folks are battling depression since they're young.

@Thomas_lifts

Жыл бұрын

Yea it is hard to be depressed

@philipkolyos8230

Жыл бұрын

Im 55 and suffered with it since i was a teenager....yes its painful and very hard.

@melissamayer9983

Жыл бұрын

I just looked up how to beat depression, and just found this.

It brings hope to hear from someone that they are no longer depressed.

@MrSpock-sm3dd

5 жыл бұрын

Strangely I have de feeling that she is still a little depressive. The way she talks, her expression, her voice. She may be better, but still seems not like a happy person.

@adolfocastelo2752

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrSpock-sm3dd exactly. I think that she feels better, but is still depressed. The way she speaks is like she is tired, and that is a sign

@rohitpingal5351

2 жыл бұрын

Watch J Krishnamurti for what really life is and what purpose of it

@1secondago256

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrSpock-sm3dd not judging people is the first step to your recovery.

@MonsterMan-xp1wd

Жыл бұрын

I beat my depression too u can definitely beat this

Question is what do you do after you have lost all your friends due to depression after isolating yourself for over a year due and even lacking "motivation" to even get out of bed in the morning? Depression is an mental illness, but it differs as much as people do. It's not math. I'm happy for her, but there's so much more.

@amitsaraf21

8 жыл бұрын

true

@tange-lq5jg

8 жыл бұрын

+- - your friends are still there I know how it feels as I go through it too but no mater how long since you seen them they will be still there when you call them or go to there house trust me they will understand an most likely give you the lift you need

@LizethRuacho

8 жыл бұрын

When you don't have a single soul to help you then you have a much harder but a much richer success story bc then you would have grown mentally in such a level... your WILL power unbroken, your knowledge amazing, your soul free. Read, search YOUR truth, if you breath NOW then decide that this NOW won't be your next NOW... IT'S A CHOICE! Just simply choose and you will find a way, you are after all human, an amazing person and you'll find a way with or without "them". ALL YOU NEED YOU ALREADY POSSESS.

@shanedooley5948

8 жыл бұрын

+Liz L what got me this way is I'm stuck out the country side with nothing to do all day for four years and my friends are either traveling or gone of to college I sit at home looking out the window in pain with a spine injury really don't know how to stop been so bored an having so much time to let negative thoughts take over my mind an sit there crying for no reason

@LizethRuacho

8 жыл бұрын

+Shane Dooley Your mind is your enemy, but DON'T FIGHT your mind, it will most likely win. Your thoughts betray you as it does to many of us; no matter where you are, live, find yourself to be, you can find something you love and you can do it. When a sad or bad thought comes to mind, don't fight it, don't "listen" to it, let it be, "see" it and it will go away. You have things you love to do, do them! Forget the past, don't look to the future, you are living NOW, then make your NOW the best time of your life. Don't think WHAT IF because that's a waste of time, a waste of precious life. You are precious and you should treat yourself as such. Work on your thoughts, that's your goal, find your paradise within you and your life will change. Best of luck and lots of hugs.

I've been depressed since i was around 11 or 12 and I'm 22 now and it's still here. Honestly don't think it'll ever be fully gone it's just kinda always there. Don't care about anything not passionate about anything I feel lost and just wanting to leave earth tbh haha it's a really weird feeling if you e never felt it before but its also so hard to help people with it and when you tell people you have it they don't believe you or tell you to just not be sad but it isn't being sad at all.

@Elif-bv7xs

Жыл бұрын

Same... It feels like a cage that i can see outside but never go out

@anikak3021

Жыл бұрын

Same story... I just want this to end.

@katej9082

Жыл бұрын

i came looking for a comment like this to not feel so alone in it. thank you for sharing, you've got this.

@exxtheunknown7832

Жыл бұрын

Its painful to leave with that feeling but the fear of being looked at as weak And also the fear of proving the negative thoughts in my mind keeps me going And it makes me not 2isolate while inside am broken down into billions of peaces but As long as am being stubborn in terms of not quitting the rest am willing to push through don't matter the price

@Deepak-zp8tv

Жыл бұрын

Can I talk to you?

For me depression is the constant search for reasons to continue living. I think of my family with whom I have few contacts and I cling to wanting to help them and that gives me a reason. I think about the suffering I will cause and it gives me one more reason to continue living, I look for external motivations that are strong enough because my own simply do not matter to me. I don't care about wanting to be an opera singer anymore, I don't care about becoming a millionaire anymore, I don't care about wanting to become a translator or a chef, I don't care about anything anymore. I do things just to keep myself distracted from the flood of thoughts that constantly torments me. My biggest enemy is time, the more time I have, the more I think and the more I sink. I marvel that people live life without ever thinking that everything is a gigantic nonsense and I wonder what for?!!!

@eviewonder8192

11 ай бұрын

Same! Hugs

@GOD999MODE

2 ай бұрын

One thing that I have found to help alleviate overwhelming thoughts and feelings of inadequacy, is rigorous exercise. Originally it took about 3 weeks of dragging myself to a gym to get into a routine, but once it started, I would spend 2 hrs every day and just lift weights + 30m cardio at the end. After about 1YR I got off SSRIs and NDRIs. I still have depression, but my energy levels are higher which makes it easier to manage. Would highly recommend finding a way to make rigorous exercise (not to the point of injury), an objective.

I used to have depression. In fact, I had it for most of my life until I couldn't stand it anymore. I had the time/ space to work on it for a few months (I was unemployed at the time). And I beat it. This is what I did to beat it. Everyday I did the following and ONLY the following > keep a journal, go to yoga class, walk in a park to be in nature, meditate, eat only real food (no junk food) and read some spiritual books I found inspiring. I stayed away from socializing - no night life. My journal consisted of me observing my mind and what it does/ thinks. To be clear, I did not feel any improvement until the third month when after all that I could see clearly a pattern of thinking that, frankly, was a load of negative crap that was fed to me since I was a child. To be clear, I felt much worse before it left; I thought I was dying. I was sure I had some deadly disease and went to doctors all of whom found nothing wrong with me. I came to a moment in which I saw clearly that the depressing thought patterns were not mine but were living in me that I took to be 'me'. In that moment I did not know how to get 'them' to leave my head and in total surrender and with a genuine heart I asked God to take it. I'm not really that religious but when you're in a fox hole and desperate... And it all unraveled like a falling deck of cards. Initially, it felt strange to have that thing gone but now it's my new normal. If anyone decides to follow this route, stay determined and keep going. I hope this helps someone out there.

@pbufh

Жыл бұрын

You didn't have major depressive disorder. There is no cure.

@marcuhsmancias3236

Жыл бұрын

@@pbufh there is no cure as in it can’t permanently removed from existence but it can be reversed and is treatable so you can actually beat it

@WFE-cl6yt

Жыл бұрын

@@pbufh you’re keeping yourself stuck with comments like that. You’re isolating your experience figuring there’s no possible way out. Or that you have no choice but you do. Your actions are your control. If you keep judging others experience or even yours you won’t be freed. This person did everything in their control to change their actions. When those actions helped them identify the problem they got vulnerable and reached out to a higher power. You don’t know this persons struggle and if you keep judging positive thinking as useless or hopeless you won’t rewire your own mind. Remember rumination is an action not automatic. I know that’s tough to imagine but to rewire your brain you NEED to think positively EVEN when you don’t feel anything. Eventually your brain changes. It’s been proven time and time again. God loves you where you’re at. You SHOULD love you to. Even when your mind says otherwise. You’re NOT your thoughts.

@gwho

Жыл бұрын

@@pbufh flat out false. go educate yourself.

@pbufh

Жыл бұрын

@@gwho uh there literally is no cure. You can manage the symptoms but there is no cure. Go read a book.

What a brave girl she is. I have nothing but appreciation for her. When u get depressed after ur twenties, atleast u know what a "normal" feeling is. But if ur depressed since childhood, u don't know how that normal feeling feels... U get into believing that ur constant sad feeling is normal.

@calicfit

8 күн бұрын

this was reality for me when i was a kid.

Much respect to this young beautiful and powerful woman. Depression plays a major key role in life as long as you keep going and keep picking yourself up. I hope she does wel and wish her the best of life. I can relate a lot to her story. Respect.

@jackshadow1234

6 жыл бұрын

i do too sorry as soon as i saw the first sentence the only thing in my head said "RESPECT THE WAMEN" sorry it was funny to me, i still wanna die though.

@catalinharrison7575

6 жыл бұрын

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@fiorenzalifonti6714

5 жыл бұрын

Appreciate Video! Forgive me for chiming in, I would love your thoughts. Have you heard about - Lammywalness Erase Depression Guide (do a search on google)? It is an awesome one of a kind guide for beating depression fast minus the headache. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my buddy at last got amazing success with it.

It’s horrible having depression because no one understands how you feel. Can’t be bothered with anything. Even brushing hair is hard enough. Well done to this girl. She’s a strong one ❤❤

I have been through depression from the age of 15 to 18. Now, I'm 19. I'm not fully out of it but I've been coping with it better. I come from a family where grades mean everything. I changed myself as much as possible to fit in and make my family proud, but little did I know that I will face a greater backlash. There were days when I didn't feel like getting out of bed and the worse part was when other people, especially family gave advices that was insignificant without really understanding what I was going through and made me feel worse. I felt myself slowly coming out of it when I left home to pursue higher education. I had a better sense of who I really was. Now, I only focus on the things that is within my control rather than pondering over the things that I can't control. To those suffering from depression, it takes time to heal and give yourself ample of time to do so. Don't expect anything from yourself and from anyone else. You are the most important person in your life. Make your well-being your first priority.

@Istanislav1

3 жыл бұрын

I'm 26 and now this state is really killing me. You are right that this is a one-on-one fight with yourself

@ying3761

2 жыл бұрын

i still struggling with it.Depression is over me.

That camp had so much positivity. Nature, bonding, individual attention. Unfortunately, most people cannot afford programs like these.

@isabelleayala7081

Жыл бұрын

I believe we all need that camp like bonding, story telling nights Just to be a part something to have someone back & know they have yours is priceless

As soon as she started talking I wanted to cry I have severe depression and suicidal thoughts constantly and for some reason I just knew she was gonna speak to me and she has a speak problem which “I always try to talk to people with problems out of their control and she just seemed instantly like someone I woulda became close with and I’m so happy for her I’m not where she is but I want to get better.

@jennygardner5640

Жыл бұрын

I hope that your okay and just know that it's worth the battle

@willofdodong4513

3 ай бұрын

I know that We both strangers but I love you bro.

I've been taking medication and therapy for depression and anxiety for last 6 years. I remember i tried to kill myself several times they tied me to a bed in a hospital.The physical pain was unbearable specially headache. I have very blurry memory of that time. Lockdown gave me social anxiety i spent several months in hospital again. I was frightened of anyone other than my family. I have started college as a freshman a month back. I am still afraid of going between people and not being able to concentrate and the suicidal thoughts keep haunting me but my doctor told me I'm a fighter and inspiration for everyone a lot of people my age may have achieved superficial things but most of them won't be able to do what i did. I had never imagined i would be able to live a normal life again

@alessiaamanda9435

Жыл бұрын

Wow I am so happy for you I am going through depression right now, and I am hoping to fight out of it some day

Depression, OCD and multiple anxiety disorders i lived 6 years of life with all these mental discomforts it went out of control when i started experiencing panic attacks last year. Thankfully i came out of them all, wrote a book on my struggle and remission and now i am counselling young people suffering from depression or anxiety. *Nothing is out of your reach if you really work for it* Kudos to Kent for opening up here so courageously.

@syedjafferimam5789

4 жыл бұрын

@@richiejoseph0906 message me on Instagram @an_absolute_jaffer

@abhishekaggarwal9085

3 жыл бұрын

How did you come out bro

@kavitasharmasacademy1542

Жыл бұрын

How?

@Heewrr

Жыл бұрын

I have the same disorders as u its so hard to live life with them

I'm tempted to think that her depression related directly to external things happening like her sister leaving. Once your self worth drops it often requires somebody important to you to jump start it again so that you feel needed. She probably never felt needed and a part of something until see went to that summer camp. This is probably the reason the "therapist" couldn't help her because the therapist couldn't make her feel needed and appreciated. Her parents may have failed her in this regard, although, high school is typically a time when kids are trying to distance themselves from their parents because they desperately want their own identity, space, and freedom. I think most depression comes from ignoring your feelings and not doing the things that your heart desires...sometimes it's activities but mostly it's about being a part of a circle of like minded friends. Those friends can be your family, they can even be pets, or online communities. The future is always brighter when you are surrounded by people you want to be surrounded by.

@OakleyANDSittingBull

8 жыл бұрын

you're typing about the emotion "depression". Yes, She is fortunate to not have suffered the straightforward chemical imbalance that is the miserable, often lifelong, sometimes fatal disease of Clinical Depression.

@kristoff99s

7 жыл бұрын

Well said tiger 👍 x

@JiFan

7 жыл бұрын

Exactly. What do these pansy kids know about becoming dependent on Sertraline and the fatigue of sleeping all day and night from being depressed and just losing the will to live entirely

@lewanna5898

7 жыл бұрын

She was cutting. Her depression was real. She found a way out. Don't belittle her.

@JiFan

7 жыл бұрын

Lew Anna Cutting is a sign of depression?? You clearly have not researched this thoroughly.. Millennials are into cutting because it's trendy, and it's a cry for attention. But a cry for attention or generic sadness do not clinical depression make, you genius. Lol piss off.

" She (therapist) really didn't help me at all though, in fact, she made me feel worse." Searching for the right therapist is torturous! When you find a great one, hope they never retire, change careers, or pass away before you.

Worst part about dealing with depression and healing, is sometimes we get sad on the way. And that sometimes can feel like we are not getting anywhere. We just have to understand that healing doesn't guarantee happiness, it just guarantees a healthy way of dealing with all emotions. Sadness is a part of life, much like happiness, that's what we need to keep in mind as we try to heal ourselves. Love from this side ❤️

I just found this talk more than four years after it happened. Hunter, you are amazing. I am now 66 years old, suffering from depression since I was 12, finding out what it was at 45, and now just getting to the point that you were when you gave this talk. Your wisdom, knowledge and perseverance is absolutely incredible. Thank you for sharing your journey.

you know it's serious when "think about your parents, family and friends who love you" doesn't help

Psilocybin containing mushroom saved my life. The drastically reduced my benzodiazepine withdrawal allowing me to quite illicit pill addiction after three years of heavy daily use before it would had became medically dangerous to quit. it has also helped me to survive depression

@Armus187

Жыл бұрын

I have researched and found out that shrooms are very helpful, it has really helps to reduce anxiety and depression. I would love to try magic mushrooms but I can't easily get some, Is there any reliable source I can purchase one

@markaxel9799

Жыл бұрын

The Trips I've been having have really helped me a lot,I finally feel in control of my emotions and my future and things that used to be mundane to me now seem incredible and full of nuance on top of that I'm way less driven by my ego and I have alot more empathy as well

@Elizabeth-gu8hx

Жыл бұрын

I was having this constant, unbearable anxiety because of university stress. Not until I came across dr.chris345, a very intelligent mycologist.He saved my life honestly

@mirabelwatson7863

Жыл бұрын

Tripping is not really bad but find a good mycologist who will teach you the right things you need to know

@Elizabeth-gu8hx

Жыл бұрын

@Laura Polonioli @dr.chris345

She found her live's purpose through depression! Incredible.

glad to hear that the depression of this young lady endured just a couple of years. For me, it started at the same age, but I am now 40...

When you notice that your KZread recommendations are full of TEDx Talks about overcoming depression

@cqf2288

4 жыл бұрын

That's exactly the situation where I am.

@ryanstarlight8018

3 жыл бұрын

@king 1 2.4/5 It definitely got better and it keeps improving. I'm not there yet but I'm in a lighter place.

Summed it up fantastically, denying the fact that you are down and not telling people is very harming for you and the people around you. Hence, why I produce guided meditation on my channel. When I was in a deep dark depression there was no one around and counsellors didn't give any advice, I turned to youtube for answers. The one thing that got me through instead of calling it depression, I call it period of self reflection was guided meditation and yes, anti depressants made me feel worse. I got through it and try to help others with my channel. Thankyou for sharing this!

Searching for this video is your first step to cope up. More strength to you!

OH I just wanna wrap this girl in love. Going through a depression due to a tough situation in my life. I've struggled on and off for many years. I love her!!!

I don't know you or what you're going through to feel depressed, but I send you love. Never lose hope. Reach out to people, look out for the people you think can help you, but also try search and find your own strength again, your own fire to get out! Life can be so beautiful too! There's so much to do, people to know, stories to make and share, food to try, so many laughs to crack up, special people... It's there, it's possible, you just gotta look for it! Every good and bad thing just makes us stronger! The only thing that matters is how we look at things! YOU can do this!

@FrancoNSosa

Жыл бұрын

Pd: If it helps, I learned from my dad that whenever you feel bad, you can try jumping a few minutes in your place, like bouncing lightly, with your hands up to the sky, also looking upwards, as if you wanted to reach the clouds or the ceiling. You don't have to jump super high if you don't want to, but the more intention you put, the better you feel afterwards, haha! Gonna say it in spanish cause I don't know how to say it in english: Sacate la mala onda! I'm sorry if it sounds rude, I only mean good! Also I know depression is not that simple to overcome, just wanted to share something I know helps me to get better sometimes when I feel down. Movement or exercise in general helps you feel better! Lots of love people!

What a brave speech. Beautiful. I used to have depression - I describe it as a chemical imbalance - and I got it, in short, because I felt I needed to achieve things to be something. I still work hard every day but I dont worry too much if I am successful. And everything I do is to help people, that's my overriding goal anyway - if I make money, it's just a bonus. Anyway, as I see it, that story where she began to overcome her depression was due to her willingness to become a nobody - to have enough humility to beat her ego, the essential cause of depression.

Sending lots of love & Positive energy to everyone who's going through depression. I wore that fake smile mask all to well around friends & family until I got home and felt empty and cried for hours 😣❤🥀

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I have learnt to embrace my dark days. I live with my dark thoughts, they lasts from a day to a week. It's who I am, I don't punish myself anymore. Depression isn't my friend but not my enemy either. My understanding of it has become empathetic and more open now. I hope your dark days can get better. Love and peace to you all.

This girl is amazing. I remember so long ago I started following her on instagram. Though I don't remember ever commenting, I remember so well reading her posts and relating. Its great to see that she has gone so far and grown so much, and through her struggles, helped so many others overcome theirs. Truly an inspiring woman.

@BlackLabelSlushie

9 жыл бұрын

glngers what is her instagram handle?

@RadicalMelodies

9 жыл бұрын

hunterblueskies

@NanditaDa

6 жыл бұрын

that isn't the correct one

@juliemortier9221

6 жыл бұрын

What’s here Instagram account?name

It can also come in waves. Out of no where when you least expect it.

" I stopped the judgment" Huge component for me too. Thank you, courageous girl!

Hunter, what and AWESOME young lady you are!! You're speech says it all about your ongoing recovery. I'm guessing that you have started, or are starting your freshman year of college. Good luck to you and keep that beautiful smile on your face. You CAN do it!!! You show the incredible resiliency of the teen years. The audience reaction to your speech is not at all surprising, and your reaction to them was priceless. It must have felt really awesome to get all those "atta boys". Remember where you've come from and it will get you through what's still to come.

Thank you so much!!! I also suffered from depression. I understand how you felt. But loss, grief, and pain, they could be our strength. They could empower ourselves.

She feels so warmhearted to me. I hope she and everyone are or will be ok soon. Life has so many more options as what we believe. So much more.

Beautiful strength. Incredible inspiration. Remarkably communicated. THANK YOU, Hunter.

Am I the only one that didn't feel like any of this makes a difference? like its a nice story, but it really doesn't change anything for me. Hopefully others benefited.

@haileeanderson3786

8 жыл бұрын

it didn't really help me, it's a good story though, and it comforted me a bit to know that I'm not alone in the ways I feel

@JiFan

7 жыл бұрын

This is stupid Chicken Soup For the Soul shit

@charlie1517

7 жыл бұрын

this helps me alot. when I was younger I always thought about what happened if I died or got killed and I never told anyone. do for 5 years I never knew it would lead up to depression and suicidal thoughts

@yonitonii

7 жыл бұрын

I hope you don't feel that way anymore, Sophie. I'm always here to help if you need it. Lots of love, take care!

@SamadhanHealthStudioMumbai

6 жыл бұрын

Yonis Aweel It doesn't make difference. The most you feel is you are not alone.

I started sobbing at the end of her speech... so powerful... thank you...

Hunter Kent>>>> What a beautyful and courageous soul you have.....

thank you for opening up and sharing your story, depression is a the silent killer, you are an absolute inspiration, stay strong and thank you once again, you are a beautiful person

That was one of the most power things I could have ever heard from such a brave, vulnerable and honest young woman. I am struggling with depression, and other personal things and at 42 you just gave me the courage, and hope to feel I can make it in this world. Thank you.

This was such a heartfelt TED TALK, I feel people from all age groups can benefit from this young ladie's story. Someone I love very dearly suffered for years with depression; today their life is full of light as well. Thank you Hunter Kent.

"I was smiling uncontrollably for the first time in years"

I admire her for being so brave and kind.

Thank you so much for your bravery in sharing your story. I’m looking this up as I work through mine as well. And you’ve definitely helped!!!! Especially with that line of not wanting to hurt yourself, just good with “not existing” hit home for me. Thank you again! I wish you well on your journey and hope to be able to help people someday as well. 🙌🏽🙏🏽✊🏽

Thank you for sharing your story. You're helping more people than you know. Proud of you!

@shivanshupadhyay9080

5 жыл бұрын

I cant write any thing help shivansh_29

this helped me a lot right now thank you she's so strong. I really wish her the best

Brilliant. That was so nice to hear, especially while dealing with similar issues. Thanks, Hunter!!

God bless this young lady for all the struggles she has gone through. It was brave of her to get up on stage to tell her story

Transparency!!! I love it and I love that you had people around you that listened, didn't judge and just loved you! My prayer is that you continue to use your story to encourage and to turn people to community and transparency! Keep talking!!! You are offering Hope to a conversation that usually ends badly. People need to hear about Hope and Peace!! Keep smiling!! Depressed people need to see your smile!!!

Your words have changed my life. I'm a Mother of two and until hearing this talk I felt completely helpless. Thank You 😊

"I had no interest in getting better. I just didnt care"- thats too familiar for me

Something that helped me a ton was to embrace it. Trying to fix depression can never work. Trying to fix an emotion(which is now a state) labels the emotion as bad and now you feel bad about feeling "bad". The change starts when you stop trying to change it. I know it's hard but a question you can ask yourself is can i be with this emotion for just now, not 10 mins not an hour but in this moment can i embrace what I'm feeling. Nothing lasts forever, why add further pain to what you're experiencing right now. Imagine your whole life people told you feeling depressed was amazing, you'd feel good about feeling depressed.

wow this made me cry and I am a man who never cries (suppressed emotions). Thank you!!!!

Amazing strength and poise and courage!

Wow....i could literally relate myself with her story! Maybe there is hope afterall! Thankyou Hunter kent ❤

I am thankful I came across this. It has given me some insight into my grand-daughters life. You are very brave for sharing your story. I trust this video will be shared many times over with young girls like yourself. Moms will surely be enlightened by this and provide a platform from which to stand on. You are a STAR just being who you are. bug hugs to you....

I'm a teacher and starting a blog to empower young people, and I am going to add this link to a post about depression. Thank you for being brave and candid and sharing your story.

She stepped up and stomped on her FEAR when she chose to reveal her story during the campfire, she invited and welcomed FEAR in all its glory and uncertainties, thus, SHE TOOK HER POWER BACK (enough of it for her to FEEL THE DIFFERENCE). In Nature, people RUN, HIDE, SABOTAGE, RESIST and even FIGHT FEAR!! FEAR NEEDS LOVE TOO, BEING THAT IT SOUNDS WEIRD AND OUT OF THE BOX, MOST HUMANS RESIST TRYING TO UNDERSTAND IT!! FEAR IS FEAR..............BECAUSE ITS FEARED NOW, WHAT IF YOU LOVED & APPRECIATED FEAR...SERIOUSLY & SINCERELY!!

@elmer4042

7 жыл бұрын

calm down

@MICKEYISLOWD

7 жыл бұрын

I am in the bottomless pit for 25yrs. I literally can't remember what happiness feels like and don't know how I exist. It's good this amazing girl found her way out and I hope to one day have the same miracle. I believe depression is a disease and is biologically rooted...my brain is just faulty and the change happened when I was 15yrs old.

@64Magick

7 жыл бұрын

This sounds extremely retarded and insane, but do this and whatever you do, DO NOT RESIST OR REFUSE IT......BUT BEG & PLEAD FOR MORE IF ANYTHING! Welcome FEAR with open arms, FEEL all of its UNCOMFORTABLE, UNEASY sensations, FEEL all of its shitty emotions and feelings and say "I LOVE YOU, PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE, I FEEL YOU, I WELCOME YOU WITH OPEN ARMS, I ACCEPT YOU, I APPRECIATE YOU, I WANT MORE OF YOU, I WANT ALL OF YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! (Sit with its UNCOMFORTABLE & UNEASINESS, stay with it and APPRECIATE what "FEAR" is sharing with you.) Say "thank you for sharing your deepest feelings and emotions with me, as I NOW CUT, RELEASE AND LET YOU GO TO PURE LIGHT(Imagine sending your DEPRESSION/FEAR to the brightest light, BAMMM!!!, TAKE CARE MY FRIEND, PEACE BE WITH YOU...So be it, it is done, amen....Thank U."

@eugenewardjr.3506

6 жыл бұрын

Qi Huna Fear is an unhealthy emotion. It triggers the fight or flight instinct & we start pouring out adrenaline. I have no idea of what you are trying to convince people of. The only coping mechanism I know that works most of the time for me is to put my fears in perspective. Am I feeling that this stressor is a 9 out of 10. Then I can hopefully realize it is a 4 or 5 compared to bigger stuff. You can't Zen it away!

Idk about you, depression triggers in me when there's some unsurmountable obstacle(s) that happened recently or built up over time. I think depression really is only a transition between realizing something we want and also our lack of capability to attain it due to lack of skill, willpower, confidence, whatever. and so its like running towards your future only to realize midway that you are a very long way off, you are tiring and losing energy, and the ground below you is crumbling. and so your mind goes into a state of confusion a mix of fight or flight reactions, of losing hope, of survival and preservation, of statistics badly in your favor and without a clear cut solution, your mind melts due to the overwhelming stress leaving you paralyzed and disassociated with a hint of fear. and so I think the best way to deal with depression is to actually tackle the problem but a very Very small part of it. forget what might or could happen, just focus on the now and immediate. focus on achieving the next baby step. like if you can shower or eat and sleep on schedule, that would be commendable as those are actions that rebuilds your life and confidence. then break your problem down to very simple tasks and do those. don't worry about the end or how small your actions matter, just focus on doing because by doing what you can, where you are, with what you have, right here and now, you become in control of your life in this very moment, and he power to affect now is really all there ever was. everything else is in the past or imaginary.

@LizethRuacho

8 жыл бұрын

I liked your comment very much, thank you.

@BunnyUK

8 жыл бұрын

Very good post, problem-solving where you write down the problem or situation, and then write down as many solutions as possible, is really helpful. You are right that trying something, just one thing first, gets you moving again, which as everyone knows is the problem with depression, that it keeps you stuck by constantly focussing on the problem(s). It's like feeling you are in a hole you can't climb out of, so finding one step and taking it, starts you on the road to moving forward. The lack of motivation is a major problem and is what keeps depression going too, finding you are actually taking action helps to improve self esteem enough that you begin to focus on solutions instead of painful problems.

@labonisingh7350

6 жыл бұрын

This is actually very relevant to my current situation. Thank you so much for putting it in words.

@EastmanEditing

6 жыл бұрын

This comment helped me more than the last 5 videos I’ve watched. Thank you :)

@archwidbik

2 жыл бұрын

You nailed it, "depression really is only a transition between realizing something we want and also our lack of capability to attain it due to lack of skill, willpower, confidence, whatever." I agree 1000000%. A PhD+Post Doc who has multiple bouts of depression and still struggling due to an unpredictable career, I can say you are smart!! I think the more ambitious you are, the more chances of you being getting depressed!!!

Thank you sweetheart for your kind words I am 57 years old and still struggle with depression. You're brave and courageous inspirational and I will listen to this video over and over again when I feel overwhelmed. Thank you

Beautiful! The key to start getting better is to try really and pull ourselves out of isolation. If we don't have friends or family around, we need to open up and we will find them.

Her lisp is so cute.

@emilphoryew9436

7 жыл бұрын

I disagree totally. It's off putting but you're entitled to your opinion.

@jaynepeitavino3791

7 жыл бұрын

what lisp,are you ok? Music TEACHER really?

@tom5243

7 жыл бұрын

its very slight. but could just be because of the mic. The same thing happened during john greens talk

@GtaRockt

7 жыл бұрын

+Emil Phoryew if just everyone in youtube comment section was like you

@goodvibrations6

7 жыл бұрын

Music Teacher Guy similar to mike tyson? :)

I think there is a correlation between how good are you looking, and how many people try to help you!

@LAkadian

8 жыл бұрын

Yeah, probably.

@OttoGrainer27

8 жыл бұрын

+videos Your family must be so proud of you for speaking your mind. Or wait, was it speaking your brain?

@crazyworld1993

8 жыл бұрын

I agree

@p5rsona

8 жыл бұрын

Haha it's true

@MICKEYISLOWD

7 жыл бұрын

Why do you have a terrible personality? Your personality is unique to you and noone else. If you think you are terrible then you must think EVERYONE else is wondrous and incredible by comparison. Your outlook is very similar to myself but my problem is my brain suffering a chemical imbalance and reward centers in my brain are never triggered. Depression is an illness in your brain and central nervous system.

WELL DONE! Thank you for speaking up about this topic. You are an inspiration.

When she talked about smiling to the stars uncontrollably,my eyes were moist.thank you for sharing! I should really figure a way out to help , instead of being sad.

As a parent I wish I had viewed this years ago. Depression in teens is tough because there are parents like me that still don’t believe it’s real. I am glad I got my daughter help. It’s never too late to help your children. Love them support them listen and shut up parents....your children love you and need you. You don’t have to spend any money, just take them to a counselor at church or take them to a counselor at school, it’s that simple, you would be surprised how much a third-party can help.

@sparkstudies1675

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being different

Her parents took a good decision to help her and she was so lucky to find good counsellors. I believe these people are 'quiet heroes' who really do a lot to help others and therefore improve the quality of communication in the whole society. If one person is fine, then others are fine too or might get help. It is like a chain reaction. Now Hunter is helping ohers.

Keep being such a wonderful person! What amazing insight from such a young person. Truly a gift!

Thank you! It's not easy and it's good to hear others experiences as a light to our own path.

Hey I don't know if you ever look at the comments for this video anymore Hunter, but I wanted to find a way to tell you...I just watched your ted talk for the first time. I struggle with depression and anxiety too and just hearing you speak so openly about what you've been through really made my day. It's one of he most difficult things I've had to deal with and it's hard to remember sometimes that we're not alone..you have become so optimistic and honestly it's a miracle. You give hope to all of us still struggling, and I know I'll have a better day today because you helped me remember what's really important and how we make our own happiness. Good luck to you in your life! I hope it's always beautiful for you. This work you're doing is more helpful than you know. Thank you=)

depression changes how we think, feel, and function in daily activities

You're brave. Thank you for sharing your story with the world and for your ongoing efforts to help others.

thank you so much for sharing.. in fact I was overwhelmed and state crying.. I felt your pain you where hiding when recollecting your experiences.. you helped me so much.. thank you.. hugs and kisses

Que lindo testemunho e linda palavra de superação ! 😍😍😍😍😍🕊

What an amazing young woman.

This young woman's story brought tears to my eyes.

Thank you for speaking at this event. What a wonderful talk

So good to see I'm not alone :)

@tange-lq5jg

8 жыл бұрын

+Maristela Melo ur never alone where all here for you and for each other chin up

You have a beautiful heart and I can see that reflection on your face.

@JiFan

7 жыл бұрын

Hahahahahaha

@monukeys1105

3 жыл бұрын

@@b.k.officiel873 by the way how are you doing now ?

@monukeys1105

3 жыл бұрын

@@jeromeflocard3138 I am somewhat fine then the time I kept this comment

"And the truth shall set you free..." Thank you Hunter

This talk encouraged me to tell my depression story to my friend. It makes me less depressed. Thank you very much.

she's so strong

Most people say you aren't alone but some people are alone but they don't want to admit it because it makes them feel worthless. I am one of the people who pushes everyone away e I lost all my "friends" do to my depression though it may not seem like that I have depression I do and it does play a major role in your life. I want to overcome it but it's so hard I'm trying to take control of it instead of it taking control over me. I have lost all my "friends" this year do to this. I have also gotten anxiety because of it and my life has gone down hill from there. I am also afraid to admit I have it because I don't want everybody to hate me.

I didn't think I would relate because of how beautiful she is, but I related to a lot of what she said. I'm grateful for her courage to speak about her struggles that are similar to some of mine.

The importance of community, something that is non-existent in western nations.

@heyfkldsm

8 жыл бұрын

+Roy Jones True

@anz10

8 жыл бұрын

Yes this, so many people suffering in silence on their own, losing their self worth, feeling lonely and depressed and stuck with the pressure of "society" - some need friends more than others too, for someone who gets their energy by interacting with others who are decent humans the modern world can be a mini hell - I should know

@appleoshun2571

6 жыл бұрын

Ares absolutely accurate

@phyrr2

6 жыл бұрын

110% correct you are.

@doubtit2815

6 жыл бұрын

As if Japan didn't have a high suicide rate?

I'm so sorry you suffer from depression and I commend you for your courage and your ability to speak on the subject. You're not alone dear sweet girl and you have nothing to be ashamed of. I have a lot of love and respect for you and am amazed at your openness and empathy. You're very special and I'm very proud of you and an grateful for your honesty and your willingness to share your story is very important and that you are a worthwhile and beautiful young girl who is truly very special. I also struggle with mental illness and bipolar disorder and I have an autistic son. I also have been beset by family tragedy losing my parents to suicide, mom age 50 in 1990; dad age 73 in 2009, cousin age 32 in 1994; nephew age 26 in 2017. I've even attempted suicide and have been in hospitals more times than I can count and the police and I are on first name terms. I'm also male to female transgender living full time as a woman since age 51 and I'm going on 5 year anniversary and having the major sex change surgery this year at age 56. I was 16 when I wanted the surgery.I was 3 when I knew I felt like a girl and started wearing dresses. I've been wearing dresses 👗 my whole life in secrecy until I finally had to come out because I didn't want to go to my grave never being true to myself. Thanks for sharing your courageous story.