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Where is your Butt In Chair Time Master Class? I gave my information and followed your link to your website for the replay only to be prompted again to give my information to sign up for the BICT master class. Confusing.

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www.youtube.com/@CassieWinter Hello Cassie, thank you for this insightful vid. 🙏 But I would appreciate, if you identify these coping strategies (and your whole self) NOT as 'MENTALLY ILL'. In fact, these emotional and behavioral responses ('freezing'--> procrastination...et al) were at some point in life successful surviving strategies - in a very unhealthy environment. I reject the categorisation 'mental illness', this is clearly seen only from an outside view (the view from others), not from an internal standpoint - from a person who lived through such devastating circumstances. You ALWAYS have the possibility to CHOOSE YOUR ANGLE TO LOOK AT SOMETHING - if you are aware of this opportunity! I think, it is not very healthy/helpful to choose the view from an outer perspective on myself. Instead I can say: 'I' can be proud that I survived. I did what I could. I'm not only the everlasting victim here: I'm a surviver. This is a strength, not everyone possesses. Yes, it costed me much. I'm familiar with set-backs. But I stood up, again and again - every single time... In the present my coping mechanisms are maybe not longer in my best interest. But: At the time I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT MY BEING from 'normal' to surviving mode. Now, with the awareness of my inner workings and my grown capabilities..., I CAN DO IT AGAIN! There are so many helpful tools out to overcome these old programmed patterns ...for more joy in life: from western psychological /therapeutical aid to self-empowerment. From spiritual trust to self-forgiveness and self-love.... Or other cultural views and aids which are totally different but also successful. And - of course - your practical advice here, how to anchor oneself in reality and not to be overwhealmed with too eager self-improvement. This is very good advice! I enjoyed these parts of your vid. This mindset is much more helpful than to observe oneself as BEING mentally ill (the whole being)! Please scrutinize your motivation why you prefer to use this (depressing) terminology (on yourself and generally).You are so much more! You've clearly taken over the view and the terminology of the 'established' western medicine sector. Please don't forget: this sector lives from clients/victims/patients= people in need. They have a very special sight on their clientel. And please consider my comment not as an offense. It is not. This is an offer to re-think the important aspect of ASSUMING YOURSELF ONLY AS 'DAMAGED GOODS'. In fact, when someone gets through with this 'difficult curriculum', he or she will be one of these rare wise beings, empathic, humble and strong: the archetype of the wise, wounded healer. One of the greatest gifts to humanity. Others, so-called 'normal' can't do this - they lack the experience and therefore emerged special abilities... I think, YOU understand exactly what I mean... I clearly can see your intention, the deep wish to help the many, many others (with these kinds of experiences) - love you for that! And now I subscribe to your channel... it's so good advice!🤗 Thank you for your vid, friend - I appreciate your efforts immensely! 🙏 ❤

i hate not having anyone to turn to

I have PTSD and social anxiety, which makes my life....difficult to say the least. Maybe you can help, I don't know, but I'm going to watch your videos. I have the whole lack of motivation and I feel people hate me (they don't, this is my perception) and I just want to be happy.. sigh.

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I am neurotypical and this is so resonant and thoughtful.

Thank you

@CassieWinter did you ever get the Surgery and have you made an update on it? I was just diagnosed with MALS after a long few years of pain and anxiety, really would love to know how things have worked out for you!

Just want to say Thank You

I’ve had therapists shove work down my throat when it’s really toxic and say you won’t know to you try and it’s excuse me but I did for. Nearly 30 years and it broke me and ruined my mental health. I will never return to the world of work due to cPTSD and trauma

And I wish that NTs stopped denying us accommodations even consellors have the audacity to say to me m6 past doesn’t influence my future as a neurodivergent person when it clearly does as I grew up poor and nothings changed. For women it influences every da6 of their life talk about privilege and ableism

Another one full of insights - thanks so much for your hard work, Cassie :)

Oh Bernadette 😊

💜💜💜 Thank you for what you do. It’s truly radical, and just by listening to your videos, I am reminded that what is supposed to be a normal life is not actually real for many of us. This pushes me to deconstruct ableist assumptions around what a fully lived life means to me.

So many insights in this, thank you!

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You are a genius, Cassie! Your work is terrific!

Look forward to your videos as always❤

Covid conscious

I’m so grateful for this. Losing my ability to work at the capacity I used to has been the hardest part of learning to live with chronic illness.

The only way i found to work with my hyper vigilance and anxiety is constant knowledge reinforcement and internalizing I'm not the only one and the root of where it comes from, while allowing myself to be triggered in actioned situations to release it in real time. It sucks and i avoided this confusing and painful work. I've made alot of progress but escaping and having it on loop what i should have been doing had me stuck for more years than i like to acknowledge 👍🏼

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Hey, Cassie! Do you respond to emails, or should I ask you the question I need to here? I sent you an email some time ago without receiving a response (not a problem), so I had just wondered what's most convenient for you. Thanks!

My doctor mentioned hyper mobility to me when I brought up pain and extra movement in my hands, and the deep dive into the way it affects my life. I love singing but my voice is deteriorating quickly. I enjoy dance and acrobatics but they’re risky. Nature is life-giving but I can’t be on my feet for more than 15 minutes and be okay. I have to think of the way I stand and move for hyper extension. Joy!!!

She was an ldiot for that, n too young to lnoe wth shes on about

Get rid of all the symptons is too much to ask for I guess. But a comfortable life (in my own way) and comfortable enough to been able to enjoy life a bit, that is what I wish for myself. But I also wish that for all of you. ❤

Indeed, I also hate when people have compassion with me. I only want they believe me. In a way it feels so liberating to hear others talking about the same pain and struggles.. it brings the understanding that you cannot ask from anyone else. It empty the 'frustration basket' for a while. Thank you for your effort on this video❤

"We are faking it to be well"... that is soooo right ❤. Well said. I feel you! Some moments on a good day/or only hour I even feel ashamed if I look better than normal.

I can't even feel pleasure in my imagination. Even of my past experiences. I became an empty nester in September 😢, Then my Mom, my Grandma, my Uncle , his son my cousin, died in October,.. the overwhelming stress, anxiety and insomnia.. destroyed my mental health, and i lost my career job of 20yrs in November. I lost everything else... i have severe depression. There is no motivation for anything at all. ..... im mentally paralyzed, have no hope, or will. I don't want to exist like this anymore.

“You can’t convince people who don’t already value you to value you”. Wow! That really helped me today. And: “You’re not going to find people who value you, unless you show up and it starts by showing up for yourself.” Thank you for this. So true, but I forget about this. I needed to hear it again to remind myself. Thank you, Cassie.

ahhh yes the brain juice

I started talking Caplyta. The crying spells went and so did the suicidal thoughts. I am not all my problems went away but I am 60 percent better. I actually want to shower and brush my teeth. And I want to get a job and I started going to acting class on zoom! Caplyta may or may not be right for you but check with doctor it worth a shot!

This is a great video thank you

Thank you for this. I've actually been abused and harassed (people talked me on multiple social platforms to hate on me) because I dared to say I was self-diagnosed and seeking support

Cassie, you are a gem, you are a great teacher and coach and this is the first time i have ever been sold unto a service from a youtube video. You definately know your onions.

Gas tanks! This advice is so appropriate to what I need at the moment. I feel hopeful to have a process to follow that takes into consideration my Spoonie needs whilst enabling me to complete various tasks. So good! I’m also going to check out some of the other videos you linked to because they look extremely helpful too. Take care! 🐢

I’ve just discovered your channel & I’ve subscribed. I first got ill back September 2016. I’m currently in the process of re-evaluating the use of my time & energy due to anxiety & depression. I love your presentation style. Your voice is very relaxing & your suggestions like a healing balm. Thanks for taking the time & energy for putting this channel together. I’ll be squirrelling my way through your videos in the coming days & weeks 🐿️

Hi Cassie, I just wanted to say the biggest thank you for your content. I have only just stumbled on your channel. Please do not stop, your content is invaluable; you are hands-down one of the REALEST therapists on this website. I say this as someone that works in this field of mental health...there is no FLUFF or generic 'airy fairy' prose here...But, REAL tangible suggestions for making change...you have earned yourself a new subscriber...sending love from the United Kingdom xxx

Ali Abdul is the last person I would listen to, to be honest. He, Cal Newport, and the rest of the male productivity gurus are the worst when it comes to advice for neurodivergent people, women, and non-binary folks in particular.

I was finally diagnosed with h-EDS after turning 60 and developing POTS and MCAS a week after my first Pfizer vaccine. So many ill informed doctors out there! I had to travel from Canada to the US to see a specialist. I’m happy my gp listens to advice from the specialist and I’m finally getting proper treatment.

Well explained.

You are describing my experience. In my 60's now, had this since childhood. Just now starting to understand. My family does NOT.😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

Really love this definition; I'll keep this at top of mind as I move forward in life!

This is a kick to my soul. thank you so much

This is all SO helpful! I learn so much from your channel! Something I would love to hear you talk more about (because I need help with it 😅) is how to navigate the need to time block / hold space in your calendar far in advance (like weeks) because you work in an environment where people will add meetings to open spaces in your calendar.

You look like Kate Winslet. Love your channel!

I have not been Dx yet. multiple ankle sprains, back pain. career ending ankle sprain that 3 surgeries could not fix. C5-6 fused due to severely herniated disk AGE 31. fibromyalgia...or is it really? degenerative disk disease age 41. cystocele & rectocele repair age 39. maybe POTS but I can't tell my Dr cuz I would probably lose my CDL and my job that got me out of an abusive marriage of 28years. when I was a kid I thought it was cool to bend my fingers back until they touch the back of my hand, or make my head touch my butt, or pop my hips out. I will be 55 in Sept. lots of folks are shocked at my age cuz I don't have many wrinkles & yes my skin stretches wider than my ears.

I was a long distance runner in 1999 i was 43 and was in the best shape of my life and then I started getting sick and after 25 years i'm still sick. Many issues but SIBO is the main one and I can't get rid of it and NO DOCTOR can help. Most have ZERO understanding of it