"It was affecting all of my relationships - mainly the one I had with myself" so spot on.

@JunieStarr

7 жыл бұрын

keilanatalierose tell me about it

@tatiaixa1821

7 жыл бұрын

keilanatalierose yes my anxiety is taking over my relationship . Idk what to do & how to just deal with it .

@Luis-gh3in

6 жыл бұрын

Meditate and keep yourself healthy I kinda feel rock bottom but I hope your better

Hey. If you're reading this, you're beautiful. you're incredible. you're a human, and you matter. you can do so much. I don't care who you are. I'm here for you and I believe in you.

I went through anxiety and panic attacks. God has healed me 🙌🙏 doctor wanted to put me on medication i refused! God was the answer and is the answer for everyone. talking with God every day when i would feel anxious knowing that God is with me all the time has healed me. let go and let God work. theres a message for every trial we face i dont wish i never experienced panic attacks Im happy I experienced them God works in mysterious ways and he worked through the trials i went through to help me grow. God Bless

@pixiechick9526

7 жыл бұрын

Juan Montoya can you tell me how please I'm interested in your story. someone above posted that anxiety cannot be healed that sent me into panic 😣

@JuanMontoya-yz1uy

7 жыл бұрын

Hi lainey Im thinking of making some youtube videos to help people. My story is so long to share through typing. but to sum it all up I put my hope and trust in Jesus and he saved me he gave me life! The most important relationship for every one of us is our relationship with Jesus Christ. Choosing to believe that he is who he claimed to be-the Son of God and the only way to salvation-and receiving him by faith as your Lord and Savior is the most vital act anyone will ever do. We want life. He is Life. We need cleansing. He is the Living Water. Here is a simple prayer if you have not yet given your life to Jesus and invited him into yours: Jesus, I believe you are the Son of God, that you died on the cross to rescue me from sin and death and to restore me to the Father. I choose now to turn from my sins, my self-centeredness, and every part of my life that does not please you. I choose you. I give myself to you. I receive your forgiveness and ask you to take your rightful place in my life as my Savior and Lord. Come reign in my heart, fill me with your love and your life, and help me to become a person who is truly loving-a person like you. Restore me, Jesus. Live in me. Love through me. Thank you, God. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. I hate seeing people suffer when they dont have to go through it alone. There is power in the name of Jesus to break every chain in your life that is holding you back from living an abundant filled joyful life. I share what I know because I want to help people. I love everyone and want everyone to know Jesus our lord and savior! king of this world creator of everything. Im not saying believing in Jesus will stop all struggles. we will still go through trials but with Jesus by our side we can go through these struggles with Joy and peace because God is with us! I pray you give your life to Jesus I know if you do Jesus will restore your life and bring peace and love into your heart. God Bless all my Love

@amandaavila1127

6 жыл бұрын

Juan Montoya I struggle with anxiety depression and panic attacks and I have found god and he showing me he glory but some times I feel so scare

@JuanMontoya-yz1uy

6 жыл бұрын

Amanda Avila I have my days also where I struggle with anxiety still but what helps me is to keep my thoughts on Jesus think about things that are worthy of praise! I like to put on worship music every morning and pray, sing and dance 🙌🏻 when I keep my thoughts on God he strengthens me and gives me peace💜Read Gods word daily, pray and sing God is present with us always he’s right beside us every moment there’s no need to fear anything. No need to gear the future God is there with us and the moment we’re in now God is with us he is in control of our life.surrender your day to him and have God take control keep praying till something happens God wants us to be persistent and build our faith💜 fear is from the enemy he wants us to feel down and trapped struggling. We have Jesus within us we are over-comers so if we have Jesus who could possibly come against us? No one and nothing! Keep that in your thoughts when and if you get a panic attack while you’re experiencing it just say I don’t need to fear I have the power of Jesus within me helping me overcome. And no matter what happens to me I’m going to heaven so I have no need to fear death! God Bless you!

@JuanMontoya-yz1uy

6 жыл бұрын

Lainey Lolls we can be healed from anxiety it’s all in our minds. I urge you to read the battle field of the mind by Joyce Meyer and the purpose driven life by rick warren! God Bless you! 💜

what helped me more than ten years ago: - i stopet smoking weed - i started to eat healthy (which endet in becoming a vegan) - i startet doing some sports (swimming) and after a while a started doing yoga which leadet me to meditation as well - i lost some friends and got me some new ones - i read a lot of books about this topic which helpet me a lot - i stopet drinking alcohol ( i drink some sometimes but not frequently)

@cipche

7 жыл бұрын

can you help me with some advices for my situation

@davidwhiteley557

7 жыл бұрын

That is amazing it makes me feel so happy seeing people get out of bad times in there life and strive for better things to push them toward a better future keep up the great work. :)

@JunieStarr

7 жыл бұрын

Michaela Fuchs hey did you have anxiety attacks while working out?

@queenchiomaofficial

7 жыл бұрын

Wow it sounds like you made some amazing life changes, congrats Michaela

@queenchiomaofficial

7 жыл бұрын

Yesss sooo true David :-)

Mimi you are truly one of the most amazing and inspirational women in the world. Honestly I think that more people should be aware of you because you are the most wonderful person. You are caring, strong and positive which is incredibly inspirational, and I think many young girls in particular need women like you in their lives, whether that's in real life or online like this. I am so glad that you are influencing people over youtube etc. because we need your amazing and beautiful soul on here. I very rarely write something like this but honeslty I feel only love and gratitude for you and look forward to every single one of your videos because they are so positive and helpful. You are geniune and inspirational which is truly amazing! Thank you! xx

@MimiIkonn

8 жыл бұрын

+Leyla Clare Thank you so much Leyla

@hiraldesai3970

8 жыл бұрын

absolutely true layla. it's Mimi who inspires me to always stay positive and never give up!

@lollol-fw9lk

8 жыл бұрын

+Mimi Ikonn Mimi can you speak more about meditation! Please!!

@chandrisene5332

7 жыл бұрын

Yes I accept what a few other comments said - it's not as easy than it sounds to beat the fear of driving. Be cautious and get help from other people. I searched round a few sites and discovered a lot of expert help by searching google on sites such as Fergs Driver Dismay. Good luck and hope you are successful!

@brendalee97

7 жыл бұрын

Leyla Ozkan

I cried with you throughout this video, Mimi

@MimiIkonn

8 жыл бұрын

+Meagan Ewing aww...thank you so much Meagan

@zzz36999

8 жыл бұрын

+Meagan Ewing Mee, too. I remembered how this felt years ago...

@marcoserra6113

8 жыл бұрын

+Mimi Ikonn. Hi Mimi. Marco encorage you so much, and tells you that you are always sweet and always friendly. Mimi, COURAGE. Do not cry for these sweet worlds that i ave written to you because this is reality, and is not a lie. Belive me.

7 years later and this video is still so helpful ❤️ Thank you

MEDICATION CAN HELP..it saved my life. Don't put off medication, anxiety and depression are illnesses just like any other illness. Your brain is a physical part of your body and you must treat it that way. If I had high blood pressure I would take medication for it, regardless of the "substances" it put in my body. Why should you treat a mental illness any differently? Do what helps you, but there is absolutely no shame in taking an antidepressant.

@lavacd2061

8 жыл бұрын

+Caitlin Burcham i totally agree with you. But should also mention that for high blood pressure well as taking medication you need to eat healthy and exercise. Same goes with mental illness, you need to think healthy, improve your lifestyle. It's only the combination that can give full cure.

@cdmickg

8 жыл бұрын

+Lava CD definitely! Mimi's advice in this video is great

@gracefab9721

5 жыл бұрын

Caitlin Burcham i totally agree with you ❤️ I am on meds becouse my physical symptoms were so severe and persistent . But ppl sometimes dont get it , they think it only affects your feelings and your mind and your body is highly functional. But if you suffer from clinical mental illness you have to treat it couse holistic stuff wont help sometimes ... u dont treat Diabetes with the help of holy spirit but you take insulin couse your body cant process the sugar . The same it is with mental illness . Your mind cant anymore process your thoughts and feelings and the stress . This is manifested with so many health issues that people who go through severe mental disorder know it

@Bunnyb23

4 жыл бұрын

Meds are not always necessary and can really ruin your life. Without you knowing it

@QueenBee-tk3mq

4 жыл бұрын

Caitlin Burcham medications masks an issue not solve it. Mimi actually went and healed her mind without medication in a natural way. If you stop taking your meds today all your anxiety and depression will return. So it’s no good and also meds actually harm you in the long run

yes do a video on gratefullness wals...please

@aditigupta7042

8 жыл бұрын

*walks

Does anyone want to see a video on meditation too? :))

As someone who has had endured and overcome depression and anxiety, I can truly relate to your experience and story. You are brave to share this story and I applaud you :) To me, its all been about getting to know God and have a relationship with Him, and through that everything has slowly took its place in my life. Thanks for sharing!!!!!!!

@freethinker424

6 жыл бұрын

God can go fuck himself

@tsedalemariam7920

6 жыл бұрын

freethinker 454, u r stupid

@justinapaulus3396

6 жыл бұрын

La Vida Clara Amen! :) 💗

@justinapaulus3396

6 жыл бұрын

freethinker424 wow , well we can guess how your life will end up or how it is already, completed crap!

@kathyareyes3329

6 жыл бұрын

La Vida Clara how did you start your journey? I recently started anxiety and depression i have an amazing supportive husband and 3 adorable kids. I can't eat i can't think i can't stop being scared or anxious. I can't get out of my house. Please i need some help on how to slowly but surely get closer to god and for him to help surpass this experience

mimi! thank you so much for your interview tips! I put myself out there. I gave 100 percent to my resume and cover letter! I wrote a thank you more, I looked my best. I looked for a job that was right for me! I found one as a bookkeeper. During the interview, he asked about my resume. he suggested I work with the marketing director to help them build a social media presence. I said that I would love that project. I got the job! Mimi, I got the job that I love to do and it comes with salary and benifits so that I can afford to take care of my daughter without relying on my exhusband. I am soo happy! Thank you for your suggestions

@kundaibenhura2639

8 жыл бұрын

congratulations!

@farahmehnaz0

8 жыл бұрын

Congratulations dear :)))

@sha9405

8 жыл бұрын

hi many congratulations.

@TiffanyThurston4

8 жыл бұрын

+sha wow. thank you! thank everyone for all of the support and love. it is remarkable how much kindness I see on this vhannel

@margaretcapuana6956

8 жыл бұрын

Tiffany, let me start by saying congratulations. I wish you all the best with your new job. I am in the process of finding a job and would love to see the interview tips that Mimi gave. I searched all of her videos and couldn't find anything about interviews. Would you mind telling me exactly where you found it... Thank you and good luck

"If you want to heal, you have to face it." So true! Thank you.

I suffered from a lot of self esteem issues, and meeting my husband really helped me turn it all around. I'm definitely not saying that a man will fix problems, but just the unconditional love he showed me really helped me become a happier person. So I definitely teared up with you when you mentioned Alex.

@LynSire

8 жыл бұрын

+Freckle Finance I can relate to you so much, I feel the same way with my current partner. He's always showing me unconditional love and I'm truly happy when this is something I hadn't felt in such a long time. The Universe will always place on our path the right people at the right time :))

@taghazoutmoon5031

3 ай бұрын

Good to know this can happen. I only had toxic relationships that triggered more anxiety and depression. Law of attraction bs says you don't deserve love in a depressed and anxious vibe, but that's not true. Love heals.

Please do an update on how your anxiety/depression is doing now.

I also loved the way you began the video saying to stop concentrating on the "Why" in terms of questioning why this is happening and then how you ended the video by bringing it back to "Why" but this time in terms of finding your purpose and why you do what you do. I loved that for some reason

I understand you. I am an EXTREMELY EMOTIONAL person, but two things that helped me was God and the Bible, having God brings to true happiness not earthly things! I love you Mimi

It's amazing how you overcame this. Medications aren't a solution but in some cases it is essential to go through the hardest stages. It is not about believing in it. It's science and it works. Of course the solution is beyond that. I'm really glad you could find you're way out. You are an inspiration.

Love how transparent you are! Thanks for posting this!

Just wanted to say that medication saved my life. I don't want someone to turn away from it because of negative comments here. I had panic so bad I couldn't leave my house. With medication I am now living a normal life and not wanting it to end like I did when I was depressed and anxious.

@mercedesvs9788

8 жыл бұрын

Hello! How did you start with meditation ? I want to start meditating, but I don't know where to start? It would be very helpful 😄

@veganmarie4737

4 жыл бұрын

How are you now ?

@taghazoutmoon5031

3 ай бұрын

What medication 💊 helped you

This was probably one of the most real videos anyone has posted and I have watched on depression and anxiety. However, I do believe that pills can be beneficial and that they're worth a shot if you're really feeling terrible. Maybe not for everyone in every situation but depression and anxiety for a lot of people is also an imbalance in the brain which is what the pills help with to fix and once the imbalance begins to be corrected there's a significant difference just in how you feel overall. It's not mind altering or changes who you are or things like that. If anything, they will make you closer to how you should be feeling again. A lot of people think that when they take the pills and they "feel different" it's the pills changing your mind and how you think... No, it's the pills changing your overall mood and just taking away some of the clouds that were once there. It feels "different" because things aren't as dark anymore. I know for me I would not be able to overcome my anxiety and depression with just seeing a therapist. For me, there'll be days when I don't even know why I'm panicking or feeling upset I just do and when that happens, that's when the pills are useful. No, they're not the complete solution but they definitely help in the right situation in conjunction with other things.

you magically always answer my questions right at the time I'm struggling

@mingming6228

8 жыл бұрын

+Laurie Raverdy :)

I can't keep my greatfullness in myself this time. Every video of yours makes me want to comment and say how thankful I am that you make videos like this. By time, you truly changed my life. You truly made me Mimi a better person. Every video of yours is a hand of Life. I can't say in words how much I respect you and love you. This video made me so emotional that I started crying tears of joy. Tears of greatfullness. Because I realized that I overcame anxiety too. I fought since I was so little and it made me so happy to finally say that I am free. I wish I could hug you right now and pass my emotions to you. To let you know how much Iove I got for you and from you.

Mimi, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I’m currently going through something that has left me feeling depressed and like I was helpless, like this is never going to pass, but seeing you being as you are now, happy, smiling and just so balanced has given me the courage to think, that by doing all of the things you suggested doing, there is still hope for me. I am happy seeing you happy, I have watched your videos for some years now and I really trust you. You are great!

Mimi, I'm a clinical therapist and I work with children who have trauma. Everything you said is accurate and this video inspired me to look into meditation further. Thank you!!! I've been following you since the beginning.

@anastasiyahavryltso4061

5 жыл бұрын

LilyWasHere Hi!Than you should really read that book she suggested!The body keeps the score!The book is actually writen by a real professional who wrote his experience , how he cured and helped the children and veterans with trauma!He used yoga, massage, theatriacl plays and neurofeedback!You should really read it❤️

to be honest this video was a life changer. All these videos on youtube about anxiety and depression but yours, yours, was so damn inspirational. i cried and this helped me a lot!! ill have to listen to it more often. the fact that you are laughing at yourself when you talk about this is so comforting. thank you so much girl!! i am most definitely subscribing

@janelleurbanus9509

2 жыл бұрын

I agree!!! ❤️

This video couldn't come at a better time, thank you!

Thank you for sharing your light and your wisdoms Mimi. I went through the exact same situation as well. There is such a stigma in society when it comes to mental illness and I'm thankful for the beautiful souls who are brave enough to share their story. I took a trip last year to Mallorca, Spain after years of not getting on a plane because of anxiety. I was so thankful that I overcame that and I wrote you an email expressing my gratitude for all the videos you have made on the subject of happiness because it got me out of my dark tunnel. You responded and said you would do a video anxiety one day and I'm so glad you did! You also said to "keep growing your inner garden". I'll never forget that. Thank you. Xoxo

Please make a video about meditation Mimi! So proud of you that you shared this video with us!

youre truly one of the most beautifuliest person ive seen in my life inside and out ! :)

One of the best videos on KZread.

This video was as if I was looking into a mirror. Everything you were saying, I've experienced in a similar way. This is why I love the power of KZread and social media. Thank you for this Mimi! I love you even more now than I did before! and congratulations! i imagine this was hard to film!

@aididou

5 жыл бұрын

I know this was written 2 years ago, but I feel exactly the same :) I can relate to everything she said xx

Si antes te admiraba no te das una idea de cuánto te admiro ahora. Sos mi mayor inspiración hoy más que nunca. GRACIAS por compartir algo tan privado, estoy pasando por lo mismo y el verte tan bien y teniendo la vida que siempre quisiste me da mucha fuerza. GRACIAS!

You are following your true calling and it's a beautiful thing! Thank you for sharing your story. We are living in a time of Renaissance, it's a time of awakening and raising consciousness. By you sharing your story, you are raising the healing frequency of the world. It's something we all need to do more of, do what you do, and say what you say with more love!

You are such a calm, inspirational and spiritual person! Your inner beauty truly shines on the outside! We definitely need more people like you in this world! Love you!

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and allowing for us to understand the multifaceted person you are. Many of us, including myself, have experienced something similar to what you are sharing. I got emotional watching this. How amazing is it to have just a love that supports you and can help you heal yourself? I feel the same way in my own life and relationship even on bad days to feel so much gratitude for all that life gives you even in the struggle. I appreciate uou and this video. You continue to be an inspiration in my life. The interesting thing is I found your videos in 2013 when I just was about to graduate college and just found meditation and ended up finding the partner I have now. At the time of all this your vids inspired me to dream that I can create the life I desire for myself and by myself with the support of others of course and I can say I am slowly but surely doing it. Thanks for all that you do. Sending love from DC!

mimi, i honestly have no words to explain how i feel about you. You are truly my one and only inspiration, literally ask anyone who knows me! its been like this since I was 11 years old, (i used to love watching all of the videos you and leyla made!) im now turning 17! i love you so much and i follow everything youve said and ive changed my life throughout the years growing along with you. i feel as if we are so alike, like extremely alike. we think the same and try to be positive all the time just like you taught me. My life is such an amazing experience thanks to you. i promise i WILL meet you one day i think of this almost everyday, and in doing this i know it will become true! also, i love when you reply to me on my other social medias because it lets me know that you do notice me. i have supported you and alex for so long and i always will. and i love my five minute journal btw! love you mimi and alex! you both are truly my inspiration.

I got to try that heart tool. It sounds very interesting. Wonderful message Mimi :) Thank you for sharing your journey, God bless!

What's interesting is that I can see that all these things worked for you. I noticed in the past 1.5 years the difference in the content that you two produce that something internal changed for you all, especially you. You're blessed to have such a strong patient man in your life who is also extremely positive to be there for you while you worked out this transition. Thank you for sharing. ~Smile!

I remember when I have red a Viktor's Frankl book for the first time and it had changed my mind dramatically. It was the first time when I started to understand myself. Thank you Mimi for your video. Best wishes xxx

Seriously Mimi? You upload a video about anxiety around the time that I am finally realizing that I have some form of it and trying to deal with it. Thank you Mimi! I swear, it's always perfect timing with you! xoxo

Thanks for putting this out, its just what i need. So thankful

You give me so much hope, Mimi. I feel the same way the way you've felt.. I really look up to you and could only hope to be half as great as you and come across this rough patch and inner conflict

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video Mimi. You have a beautiful heart which radiates through the screen. Sending you love and hugs 😘

separate video on meditation :)

You said "I am not a doctor, just a human being." I say you are in many ways better than a doctor. You project kindness, caring and above all love for life and humanity. Big hug to you and Alex

Thank you Mimi! I purchased the 5 Minute Journal about 9 weeks ago and it has made a HUGE difference in my life. I used to do a basic gratitude journal but this SO MUCH BETTER. I love it! Thank you for creating such a wonderful product.

I liked watching this hence you mentioned that you have to shift your mind from the (WHY) to the (HOW) I suffered panic attack ,anxiety and depression for almost a year and it was hard, painful and scary at some point and it was not easy to live a normal life … I stopped going out, couldn’t make friends or do all the things I loved doing bcz of the feeling … I thank God because I couldn’t continue taking meds but I started praying a lot and almighty God healed me 🙏🏽🙏🏽😊 now am a new mum noticed I’ve been abit anxious but it is nothing compared to the pain I went through before… I thank God everyday 🙌🙌🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

I just wanna tell you that this video is literally what I'm feeling right now. I'm in a terrible part of my life and you bring me an emotive moment, I loved this video because now I think I can kill my anxiety and depression and be a new, happy and relaxed person. Thank u so so so so much por this. Literaly your best video for me. You are the best.

@veganmarie4737

4 жыл бұрын

How are you feeling now ?

I can't explain in words how much I agree with your idea about pills. I hate it when people just advice you to take meds without trying to figure out how else the problem can be solved. You're such an inspiration to us, it takes a lot to share such personal information in public but hats off to yo for that. I've been having issues with being on the plane and I just got back from a long trip and told myself even though I love travelling, I'll stop cause I get too claustrophobic on the plane but honestly this video really helped, I'm gonna try the meditation.

Mimi! I have been watching you and Leyla since day one. This video speaks volumes and I want to thank you and make sure you know and understand that you are a true genuine positive influence to many. Me included! Thank you for sharing. xx

Thank you so much for sharing your personal experience with depression/anxiety. It's incredibly inspiring to see you come out on the other side - healthy and happy and inspires me to keep going on xx

This video has changed my life. You are my new inspiration and your love, knowledge, understand and passion is slowly becoming the driving force to help me get up, and fix what is truly broken. Thank you Mimi. ❤️ Love from Canada

@NewJANeration

6 жыл бұрын

aww this is such a lovely comment... it was indeed a great video. I do think it is still a often misunderstood topic in general :/

Preach Mimi, every time I hear you speak I am literally so impressed by you and the fact that you share this amazing information with your viewers is just so incredibly great... so thank you! Such a great video! With All My Love, Leslie

@leslieblake2305

8 жыл бұрын

Right, I feel she speaks about topics that are SO necessary and she's so insightful! I have these talks with very close friends of mine so it's nice to see this on KZread as well!

I subscribed to you after watching this video. As someone, who's been going through something similar for a few years, it's so helpful and inspiring to see a strong, successful woman beat depression and not be afraid to tell her story. Also all of this advice is so much more hands on and direct than anything I've come across, it's super refreshing.

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences in this video! It just feels good to see that you're not the only one who has to deal with depression/anxiety

I need a video on meditation. How you meditate. I have problem with overthinking and thinking when meditating!

@ParkerMiddleton

8 жыл бұрын

+Lauren Lynn In the video she talks about how meditation doesn't necessarily mean clearing your mind totally. It's about how you are exercising your mind and figuring out problems and coming to terms with them.

@ParkerMiddleton

8 жыл бұрын

+Lauren Lynn and how to overcome them.

@imtoridee

8 жыл бұрын

There are meditation videos all over KZread. I recommend Jason Stephenson. I have PTSD and it's really hard for me to find someone who can make me feel better. He does.

I am sitting in my car. Just got to work and I am so grateful you made this and that it spoke of non-prescription healing. I am currently on three medications to help me function. I woke up at 3:45 today and I decided I no longer want to have anxiety and depression and I decided I am going to start healing today. Thank you. I almost cried when you said meditation is not easy because I have quit on it because I couldn't calm my mind instantly. I seek quiet and stillness. The retreat you mentioned sounds blissful. Thank you so much.

@Luis-gh3in

6 жыл бұрын

how are you doing with it now?

This was so inspiring. I can't watch many long videos but always can with you because you stay passionate about things throughout. I had post adoption anxiety after our son came home and it was so hard. Meditation definitely helped. I think the point you made about it being hard is so important to tell people. Thanks for making this

Thank you so much for sharing this Mimi. I have suffered from anxiety myself, and continue to do so. It is very inspiring to hear how you overcame it all and your story shows that although we may suffer through dark periods in our lives, happiness is always within reach. You and Alex are truly wonderful people, and I aspire to see life the way you guys do!

Thank you Mimi for making this video! You spoke so well about a lot of difficult topics and offered great advice. Hearing about your stories and what you have overcome is very up lifting. ❤︎

you are so strong mentally

LOVE, love love! Thank you for being open and I agree 100% having gone a similar route! x

Thank you, Mimi. Have a wonderful day, all three of you!

Honestly Mimi and Alex you guys are amazing!! I don't believe I've commented on any of your guys' videos about this, but the catalyst that led me to get out of a long battle of depression was yours and Alex's videos :) I was 13 or 14 when it started and I finally can say it ended 4 months ago (I'm 19 now)!! I'm still analyzing it, but I've never been this positive or happy or productive in years!! I just wanted to say that my journey to finding how to fight the negativity started when I learned the word gratitude from one of Alex's videos 2 or 3 years ago :) You guys are like virtual mentors and I can't be more grateful for you two. I was introduced to so many great minds because of recommendations by you guys and after reading and researching and finally applying I've seen results that I've never felt before :) I lost my mom at 10 and when she passed away it's like I stopped living as well. A series of events took place after that. Those events dug me into a deeper and darker hole. To escape I used to binge watch tv shows and KZread videos, never studied (but somehow made it to uoft) or interacted with my family and old friends. I realized there was no way I was going to end my life so I began researching about depression on my more upbeat days. I finally started applying various things I learned after going through one of the darkest depression phases I have ever been in. That phase happened a year ago. That was my last long depression phase. Then came meditating through headspace, reading the alchemist, watching Gilmore girls and finally realizing everything I actually have :) All of that plus wise words from people like Deepak Chopra and Oprah and journaling more than I used to, oh and moving into my own place alongside making slightly stronger connections with my family, I have reached to this point :) I'm 20 in February 2017 and I'm going from this person who's never lived before to this woman entering a complex, beautiful world 💗 thank you for all the advice you guys provide, I hope both of you know how absolutely inspirational and amazing you guys are 😊 God bless you guys

Doing self help I found really beneficial. It can be a lifelong commitment for anyone willing! But for some people who are very unwell antidepressants can also help to support. Thank you for courageously sharing your experience with all of us Mimi. This has been very encouraging and inspiring :)

You dont know how much this is helping people, thank you. You are going to be so rewarded in your life ❤️❤️

Wow! Didn't know you could get any more beautiful Mimi. I will continue to look up to you, you've inspired me so much throughout these years! Thank you

Excellent Video Mimi I'm glad to see you use your platform for such an important message. I think a younger audience will benefit so much from this video!!!!!!

I am soooo excited to put my kids to bed get some tea and watch this tonight yay!!!! X

@Ztravelsinpumps

8 жыл бұрын

LOL I am so excited to clock out of work and watch this myself. I can't at the moment but I'm itching to!

Thank you so much mimi for sharing some of these, you and Alex are such an inspiration.

You are so brave to speak out about this. I really admire you.

I feel like the question "How" instead of "why" can solve so many problems both big and small and I never thought of it that way until you said it so I guess what I'm trying to say is that you are great Mimi and I think helped many people through this video. Hugs

does anyone else get anxiety like feeling lightheaded and hot and headaches and restlessness ? i always hear how people feel like they're having a heart attack with anxiety but i get it so different

@MamiYankeeMusic

5 жыл бұрын

Kennie ur symptoms r normal anxiety symptoms xxx

@lloydclement2152

5 жыл бұрын

Kennie, Yup...I understand and feel.

@niyu4218

4 жыл бұрын

I have both. A fast heart rate, flat breathing and the feeling to "zoom" out of my body.

Seeing videos like these from beautiful KZreadrs that I have looked up to for years really means a lot to me. I no longer think I'm alone in this journey!

Such a beautiful message Mimi!

You're such an amazing person, and an inspiration! ❤️❤️

Hey Mimi, I have been watching your video's for a little while, they are very enjoyable! As a mental health practitioner I wanted to put it out there that Anxiety and Depression are different in their symptoms and treatment, though a person can suffer from both at the same time it is useful to differentiate the two. Most do not overcome or solve their mental health challenges but in time learn to recognize it in themselves and get better at managing it through their life. Just like meditation is a holistic treatment option and a wonderful way to maintain clarity and balance so is individual and group therapy along medication. The recipe of what will work is different for each and most need someone to help them figure it out. I don't like that our society provides medication at the first expression of emotional challenge as a bandage solution, but it does serve a purpose as part of a treatment when deemed appropriate or necessary. Often it is a long difficult journey to even accept that they have depression or anxiety. I wanted to express this so the way you shared your feelings wont perpetuate stereotypes that people have which increase their resistance to any treatment and instead continually suffer. In my experience many have strong convictions against medication and therapy but also don't have the discipline it requires, especially when they are depressed, to eat right, meditate, do yoga or even get out of the house for a walk so it becomes a catch 22 they get stuck with. Also, therapy is just like any other consumer product, many variables go into choosing someone or a structure. Often, I find that people need information and education on how to access therapy, make it work for them and evaluate the outcome. And finally, please note that there is immediate gratification that can come from opening up to someone and talking about your feelings but please don't feel that it is supposed to be helpful in lieu of "treatment". There are risks to doing that as well, if you don't get the feedback, help, or validation you need a person can become more and more vulnerable in their mental state and feel more alone. As friends and family we are not taught how to respond to someone who is really suffering or relate to what they are trying to share, much less know how to help them. You have a lot of courage putting your experience out there. What I would encourage people to do is to start somewhere, don't worry about the labels or if what you are feeling is depression or not. if you don't know where to start see if your doctor or insurance provider can help guide you by linking you with a Social Worker to discuss it with. I hope that you get someone invested in your care, but if you don't ask for someone else. There are many community agencies that can help guide the process as well.

@elainemckechnie7586

6 жыл бұрын

ordinary journey Where are the statistics that "most people do not recover?" That is such a hope stealing thing to say? Why?

@IbarrasLife

Жыл бұрын

@@elainemckechnie7586 I agree. I would not want to work with a therapist that says “most do no recover” . We got to stop thinking that depression or anxiety is this chronic thing. It isn’t!

I want to take a moment to thank you so much, Mimi, for the effort you put into this video. You are genuinely inspirational. Thank you for taking time out of your day to help us, much love sent your way ♡

Thanks for sharing this video and congratulation to you and Alex for the lovely news... wish you all the best!

Mimi, thank you so much for sharing your experiences with us. You are the true definition of a true human begin that is connected to her mind and soul. I hope to be like you one day. I constantly struggle with staying attached to my bad negative emotions and past experiences. I'm just 21 but when people see me they area happy nice girl but the reality is that my bad emotions take over me. However, I'm not going to give up and find a way to heal. Thank you once again for sharing your stories because through this message people like myself get so much strength to find a solution. Xoxoxo Love from Los Angeles, CA

I KNEW YOU WERE GOING TO TALK ABOUT MEDITATION AND YOGA MIMI!! I knew because it's what helped me too and how monumental that solution is. And we are very similar people in terms of our personality - we both hate taking medication and are skeptical of quick fixes of that nature. One thing I found to be very hard is that everyone around me finds meditation and yoga silly, don't take it seriously, and they are all also depressed (so common in NYC it's sad). You try to help people but they only laugh in your face and make fun of you for being a "hippie".. it's so discouraging. I meditated heavily from 16-18 but the amount of condescending responses I got or how often it was brushed off made me stray from it, and I've seen the effects of not incorporating it into my everyday life. It changed my life SO MUCH. You're inspiring me to get back into it. Thank you Mimi and I hope you continue to inspire.

Мими, ты - большая молодец, что поделилась! Ты всегда такая позитивная и жизнерадостная, что многим сложно поверить, что у тебя было что-то не так, что были такие тяжелые переживания в жизни. Я очень рада, что ты в свое время все преодолела и справилась со всеми трудностями! Ты, твоя семья и видео, которые ты снимаешь - большое вдохновение для меня. Желаю тебе удачи и много-много солнечных дней в жизни!!!

Dear Mimi! After I watched this peculiar video which is so-so personal and important, I wanted to say a huge thank you for all your love, advice, for your support, for your inspiration and belief which you give us unconditionally and so truly! Thank you for yourself!! You are changing my life right now, you are helping me so much..Lots of love! You and Alex are wonderful people! I wish you all the best, thank you so much for everything you are doing! YOU ARE CHANGING LIVES! ♥♥♥

Mimi.. First of all, I am in tears typing this. I have never ever "met" anyone so similar to myself. Most things you say throughout this video, I can relate to. Almost 100%. It is honestly immensely refreshing to listen to someone who has not only gone through similar situations but also someone who functions and has similar feelings as yourself. The love for traveling, not believing in medication, going to therapy and not feeling like it is helping, anxiety groups (I did a retreat in the English countryside for 3 days and it was an amazing experience but didn't "save me", etc. I am definitely still stuck in anxiety.. I haven't gotten out of it. But I know I am on my way. I quit my job a month ago because I am planning on moving to London but because of my financial situation, I haven't yet been able to. Not working and not doing what I love is obviously feeding my anxiety as my life is not very structured right now. Alex is just an amazing human being. My ex boyfriend was truly so so so helpful and kind and understanding when we were together. I miss having that person in my life, I miss the support but I am also so so grateful that I got to experience that even if I don't have that anymore. Again.. I'm still struggling with my anxiety, I am so much better and I am such a stable person right now. Much more than ever. Thank you for telling your story, Mimi. It means a lot to me and to many other people as well. Sending lots of love and happiness your way! Xoxo Angelina

Thank you MiMi, this video just appeared to me when I needed. :)

Thanks for sharing Mimi. You have no idea how much this Vlog has inspired me. xo

mimi you've been a inspiration to me. I didnt knew you have felt like this, but a person who teaches so much has allways some suffering moments in their live. believe me, youtube and the world need people like you guys. i get bored with videos where girls show their life and their products. however, you re videos inspire me and lead me on the direction I want to go. i recently started a youtube chanel and my purpose is to help people who suffer some situations I did or do in my life. I m so thankfull to you and I know this is part of the person I am. thank you so much 😊

wow this is gonna help SO many ppl :) ur not alone peoplee JESUS ...GOD... can heal everything read the bible

I've also gone through depression and panic attacks several years ago and what helped me in the worst moments (of feeling of dying basically) was total focus on breathing! I haven't known that vipassana is about breathing (I heard this name but I didn't do research yet)! Thank you, Mimi!

@angelspence2565

2 жыл бұрын

How are you now?

Sometimes I just return to this video and rewatch it. Mimi, thank you so much for sharing this video, your life, your wonderful personality with the world. At least, it means the world to me. I had a panic attack tonight and watch this video again helped a lot. So, really, thank you for everything you do.

Thank you for sharing Mimi. it's reassuring that when you have anxiety, not all is lost and you can actually take steps to make yourself feel better, so empowering. Loving it!

Thank you Mimi for sharing 💖 I really neaded this 💖💖

So proud of you mimi for sharing your story with us. You're gonna really help people. I love you!

Mimi, thank you SO much for sharing this. I am in the midst of the longer than expected journey of processing a difficult event in my past, and actually just finished The Body Keeps the Score which was eye opening for me as well. Thank you SO SO much for sharing and for giving me a few new tools to keep me moving ahead. It is so helpful to HEAR from others that have gone through similar situations and are just thriving. Much love!

Watching this video again after so many years!!! love your talking videos.So grateful for you

Hey this is pretty awesome thanks.... For your video 😊

I was choked up during this entire video. I needed to see this video Mimi because I am going through something very similar. And for a long time, I didn't know why I was feeling this way. I felt that something was wrong with me. I would even beat myself up for experiencing the side effects of whatever this is--side effects being the lethargy and so fourth. I think I had my first panic attack / emotions attack a couple days ago. I'm so glad you shared your story. It has helped me. Thank you for providing information about how to heal as well. You have know idea how much this video has impacted my life moving forward.

Thanks Mimi for sharing this so truthful and honest video, that's also very helpful. We all understand how difficult it must have been to talk about those hard experiences, so the thank you is double. Please keep on doing the great job we all know you for! Go Mimi!!! xxx

Thank you so much for sharing and putting it all out there! Love you!