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.
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)
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. :)
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!!!!!!!
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 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
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!
+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.
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.
+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 :))
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.
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
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
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.
+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.
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
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
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
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
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!
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! 💜
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
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.
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.
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, 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.
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❤️
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 RUclips 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!
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
+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.
There are meditation videos all over RUclips. 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.
Ive never watched a video this long, and I never leave any comments but this video got me. I watched the whole video and this made me respect you even more. You are one of the few youtubers that keep things so real, and I love that you made a video about something that so many are suffering from but feel ashamed to talk about it. Keep up the good work Mimi! Love you!!
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 🙌🙌🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
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
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 RUclips as well!
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 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
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!
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
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.
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
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 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 watched this video once before. Now to think of it was almost exactly a year ago. Back then I didn't watch it so much because I was depressed or anxious but because I love hearing what you have to say. Today I'm scrolling through your videos trying to find this one specific again because I finally had to admit to myself how deep of a hole I'm in. I related to so much of your story especially the beginning. I also am a newlywed and just came out to my husband about my anxiety and depression. I'm so happy I did because I needed to finally admit to myself I needed help. This video gave me that reassurance of I can do it! I can pull myself out of this darkness so long as I work for it. Thank you Mimi. Sending endless love and gratefulness your way 💕💕💕
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've dealt with anxiety and depression since I was twelve, and I'm going through a life change right now and although I don't feel it yet, I can tell it is coming. I just searched "How I got over anxiety" and this video came up. I am so so SO happy I found it. I haven't ever really consistently done yoga or meditation but from time to time I will focus on my breathing when I'm in the subway. This video is so informative and truly special to me considering all of your past symptoms equate to mine, and the fact that you got over it is pure proof that these things work! Thank you so much Mimi, Love, new subscriber
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!
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!
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
This video really saved me today. I’ve felt the lowest of lowest this week, I’m a stay at home mum with anxiety and depression and honestly? I feel like shit. I’ve had panic attacks near on everyday, crying at absolutely everything. My partner has been my rock and I’ve been so reliant on him at the moment. It’s hard to bond with your child when you’re finding it hard to bond with yourself, and these feelings genuinely terrify me. Everything you’ve said, has truly given me a different perspective in life. When you said to look at it as your body looking after you, when you said about these feelings are your body telling you that you need to overcome something. Those words really changed my outlook on life. I truly believe that time is a healer, and talking to people who’ve been through similar experiences really does help. Thankyou so much. I’m on the road to recovery. 💞
vegan marie I’m struggling badly, mainly with anxiety. I convinced myself I was dying of cancer and doctors said everything is fine and that there’s nothing abnormal in my body. I hate anxiety so much, I’m getting therapy so much and learning to not think too much and let it control my body. I started feeling things that weren’t really there. Our minds are so powerful
@@kayleighwilliams9969 i am so sorry to hear that i know exactly how you feel . anxiety is very powerful and strong. My anxiety is causing me not to eat much. I loss a lot of weight under one month . everytime i eat I'm scared that I'm going to choke on my food. Like I'm scared to swallow food but I'm ok with drinking . i hope you overcome your anxiety and take control . i am here for you Kayleigh we all are including god. Please don't give up and please continue to fight. You are very strong and i know you got this. God would never put anything in our hands we can't handle. Try out many things and try to find other ways to help. Never be embarrassed to try other things. And do what's best for you. Remember you are not alone and we are all here for you. I just join two facebooks groups with people who are dealing with anxiety and depression 5 mins ago. you should join them if you have a facebook you might like it It's worth a try.
@@kayleighwilliams9969 if you want to join a support facebook group one of the groups are called anxiety stress & panic attack support. And the other one is called anxiety support group
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.
I saw this video just when you uploaded it and I was going through anxiety but it wasn't at it highest, right now I'm going through depression, caused by all this anxiety that literally doesn't let me live, and it's darkening everything I have. I was scrolling through youtube, always see your videos and follow you, and somehow this video appeared into my suggested videos, it was meant to, it's faith. I needed this so much right now, I needed to hear from someone who has suffered it that it can change, that it can go forever, that you can live happy, that this is not going to be my future if I work on it. Been going to a few yoga classes, been feeling better afterwards, I think this is a signal for me to continue going. THANK YOU SO MUCH MIMI, you're definitely helping create a better world
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
Hi mini I came across this video end of last year, when I was desperately trying to find something that would help deal with my Anxiety attacks and depression. Like you I tried everything, counselling, hypnotherapy I even took medication but none helped. Then I made up my mind to take the leap and registered myself for a 10day Vipassana retreat. It’s been almost, two months and I have been free of anxiety, depression and medication. The best decision I ever made. I also now mediate on a daily basis. I want to thank you for posting this. You are truly inspirational. Keep up the good work. And I wish you and your family all the very best.
Dear Mimi,a big big thanks to you for sharing this...i had a panic attack last evening, hadn't been able to concentrate on anything since then...wasn't even able to sleep peacefully... I watch almost every single video that you upload...but this one came like a blessing to me last night,just when I needed ot the most,I have a really important exam coming my way in about 3 weeks time... I feel so much better now just thinking that I now know the way of how to get out of this mental difficulty of mine. Thank you so much for sharing this video...it is actually going to help a lot of people to get out of the shackles of this mental inner demon... heartfelt gratitude to u... loads n loads of good wishes n blessings to you. I just can't thank you enough.
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 RUclips 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
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!
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
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
I think it is the first comment I make on a vlogger's channel, but I must say it in return to your vulnerable story. It's been a joy listening to you for 40 minutes because you reminded me about what I have forgotten and made me reflect again upon life habits such as meditation, yoga, journaling and reading that make our life so MUCH better and lighter. Thank you, dear Mimi, for what you've become along the process. :)
Beautiful Mimi that took courage and made me cry :-) I went to Vipassana 16 years ago, it was life changing i literally came back from those 10 days and changed my country, boyfriend, and went to London to study to become a Naturopathic Doctor followed my gut. But somewhere I got lost again over the past 10 years, not in my work but who I am... I gave way to much of myself to a partner who did not give enough back. I'm slowly finding myself again and healing, yourself and Alex have helped me so much this past year, after your book advice 4 hour work week, I moved to sunny Spain the sun is a real healer. You both even inspired me to make my own supplement brand, which I launched end of Jan. So many thanks for the reminder of loving oneself first and then to give! xx Bless you both x
Dear Mimi, I've been depressed for a real long time and i'm just a little month's feeling much better and now that i just found this video of you, Mimi, i whish i'd have found it way earlier so that i'd have been able to understand what i was going trough more. I think you descripted it really well and i think that with this video, you're able to help lots of people who're struggling with depression at the moment. Although i found the video a little 'late', it still helped me a lot and i want you to know that you've really inspired me to fight my last mental battles to get out of my situation. Thank you Mimi, much grace
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 :)
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
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 😘
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
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!!!
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 have literally been through this exact same thing. The panic, the dark place, the fear of being around peole, flying etc. The more isolated I became the bigger my fear got. I also don't believe in medication and did my homework. Headspace has been a part of my life for about a year now and it has helped tremendously. My husband has also probably been the only one who has seen the dark side of me but helped me through it. Thank you for sharing your story. I know its a vulnerable place to be. I'm 36 years old and it has taken me a LONG time to figure out my own mind and that I had to learn how to be aware of it and control it. our minds can be our best friend or our worst enemy if we allow it. To know that I'm not the only person in the world who has gone through something like this brings comfort. Not because it's good that you went through that but because you were not alone. so thank you for sharing and letting people know that this can be overcome!
Mimi, I cried with you when you mentioned Alex and I think it's because I could see how strong your bond was and I wished deeply that I have that kind of bond with a man one day. Thank you for your video. I took notes of every advice, book, tool, sentence that enthrilled me. You cannot imagine how I related to your problems. Some of your words just literally describe my experiences and it makes me incredibly light to know that EVEN a wonderful person as you are (or should I say precisely BECAUSE) has gone through such dark times. Take care and follow your purpose which I believe is to give light to every soul you touch.
Its extremely difficult for her to explain it.. Even if she explains it you will not understand it deeply.. Its a program, there are a lot of centres around the world... www.dhamma.org/en-US/index :)
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
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!
Thank you for sharing your story! I have been experiencing bouts of anxiety and depression for over a year now. There are many days when I don't feel like getting out of bed. This video made me realize that I am not alone and that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
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. ❤︎
Mimi, you have a gift with words. I am so grateful that you shared your experience with everyone. You have helped me through a lot of difficult moments, and you continue to share such helpful and positive advice that help me in my current life. I am so happy that you are so willing to help everyone. Thank you so much.
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.
This describes so well what I'm going through. How you describe it, the feeling that you don't know if you've ever been happy at all and that it will stay this way forever... So spot on! You're a true inspiration Mimi and an example of how great a human being can be in all ways.
Mimi. You make me cry (happy tears). I need you to know how much I respect you, and how much I needed to know that someone else gets it. Someone else cares. Big love. ❤️ Sara
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! ♥♥♥
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
Thank you thank you thank you for making this video!!!!! I've been dealing with anxiety for 5 years. And I've done the linden method and it totally worked for anxiety but I still get overwhelmed with things. I feel like this will help me get to 100% instead of the 75% I am now. I want control of my life and live it to the fullest! And I resisted meds as well. I just knew that they weren't for me. Even though I had to go through hard times I didn't want the side effects and to be reliant on a pill. I'm glad I didn't succumb to it. I'm excited to start meditating and getting my life back! Thanks again! Appreciate you having the courage to make this video.
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 so much for this video. It's changed my life completely. I had to share that with you because I'll be forever grateful. You deserve to know how much this video has impacted me. I can't thank you enough. God bless you Mimi, you're a light to this world! Xo
God helped me get my life back after countless e.r. visits of the same- panic attacks, anxiety, thinking I was going to die but He rescued me from the horrific pit. All I did was pray and trust Him with my life and what He was doing. Meditation seems quite empty compared to God's love. I got to pray to a real person and feel His presence that He was with me.
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!
Mimi! *We should make a facebook group for subscribers* to create a community amongst likeminded people and share our lives in there! Get to know new people, cultures and interests! Please I would love if you took the initiative to do this! I'm part of Mr.Kate's and Shamelessmaya's facebook groups and it's been amazing so far!
Thank you for sharing this. I have suffered anxiety and panic attacks for the past 10 years and recently have been experiencing them for the past two weeks daily. I am going to use all of these techniques. Blessings to you!
"It was affecting all of my relationships - mainly the one I had with myself" so spot on.
keilanatalierose tell me about it
keilanatalierose yes my anxiety is taking over my relationship . Idk what to do & how to just deal with it .
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.
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)
can you help me with some advices for my situation
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. :)
Michaela Fuchs hey did you have anxiety attacks while working out?
Wow it sounds like you made some amazing life changes, congrats Michaela
Yesss sooo true David :-)
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!!!!!!!
God can go fuck himself
freethinker 454, u r stupid
La Vida Clara Amen! :) 💗
freethinker424 wow , well we can guess how your life will end up or how it is already, completed crap!
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 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
+Leyla Clare Thank you so much Leyla
absolutely true layla. it's Mimi who inspires me to always stay positive and never give up!
+Mimi Ikonn Mimi can you speak more about meditation! Please!!
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!
Leyla Ozkan
7 years later and this video is still so helpful ❤️ Thank you
I cried with you throughout this video, Mimi
+Meagan Ewing aww...thank you so much Meagan
+Meagan Ewing Mee, too. I remembered how this felt years ago...
+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.
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.
+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 :))
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.
yes do a video on gratefullness wals...please
*walks
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
congratulations!
Congratulations dear :)))
hi many congratulations.
+sha wow. thank you! thank everyone for all of the support and love. it is remarkable how much kindness I see on this vhannel
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
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.
+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.
+Lava CD definitely! Mimi's advice in this video is great
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
Meds are not always necessary and can really ruin your life. Without you knowing it
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
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
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 😣
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
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
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!
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! 💜
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
I agree!!! ❤️
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.
how are you doing with it now?
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.
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.
you magically always answer my questions right at the time I'm struggling
+Laurie Raverdy :)
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.
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❤️
youre truly one of the most beautifuliest person ive seen in my life inside and out ! :)
"If you want to heal, you have to face it." So true! Thank you.
Please make a video about meditation Mimi! So proud of you that you shared this video with us!
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 RUclips 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!
I know this was written 2 years ago, but I feel exactly the same :) I can relate to everything she said xx
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.
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
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!
Please do an update on how your anxiety/depression is doing now.
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.
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.
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 😄
How are you now ?
What medication 💊 helped you
I need a video on meditation. How you meditate. I have problem with overthinking and thinking when meditating!
+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.
+Lauren Lynn and how to overcome them.
There are meditation videos all over RUclips. 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.
Ive never watched a video this long, and I never leave any comments but this video got me. I watched the whole video and this made me respect you even more. You are one of the few youtubers that keep things so real, and I love that you made a video about something that so many are suffering from but feel ashamed to talk about it. Keep up the good work Mimi! Love you!!
Thanks for putting this out, its just what i need. So thankful
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 🙌🙌🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
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
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 RUclips as well!
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.
Does anyone want to see a video on meditation too? :))
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
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!
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
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.
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
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.
ordinary journey Where are the statistics that "most people do not recover?" That is such a hope stealing thing to say? Why?
@@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 watched this video once before. Now to think of it was almost exactly a year ago. Back then I didn't watch it so much because I was depressed or anxious but because I love hearing what you have to say. Today I'm scrolling through your videos trying to find this one specific again because I finally had to admit to myself how deep of a hole I'm in. I related to so much of your story especially the beginning. I also am a newlywed and just came out to my husband about my anxiety and depression. I'm so happy I did because I needed to finally admit to myself I needed help. This video gave me that reassurance of I can do it! I can pull myself out of this darkness so long as I work for it. Thank you Mimi. Sending endless love and gratefulness your way 💕💕💕
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've dealt with anxiety and depression since I was twelve, and I'm going through a life change right now and although I don't feel it yet, I can tell it is coming. I just searched "How I got over anxiety" and this video came up. I am so so SO happy I found it. I haven't ever really consistently done yoga or meditation but from time to time I will focus on my breathing when I'm in the subway. This video is so informative and truly special to me considering all of your past symptoms equate to mine, and the fact that you got over it is pure proof that these things work! Thank you so much Mimi,
Love,
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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!
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!
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
This video really saved me today. I’ve felt the lowest of lowest this week, I’m a stay at home mum with anxiety and depression and honestly? I feel like shit. I’ve had panic attacks near on everyday, crying at absolutely everything. My partner has been my rock and I’ve been so reliant on him at the moment. It’s hard to bond with your child when you’re finding it hard to bond with yourself, and these feelings genuinely terrify me. Everything you’ve said, has truly given me a different perspective in life. When you said to look at it as your body looking after you, when you said about these feelings are your body telling you that you need to overcome something. Those words really changed my outlook on life. I truly believe that time is a healer, and talking to people who’ve been through similar experiences really does help. Thankyou so much. I’m on the road to recovery. 💞
Kayleigh how do you feel now ?
vegan marie I’m struggling badly, mainly with anxiety. I convinced myself I was dying of cancer and doctors said everything is fine and that there’s nothing abnormal in my body. I hate anxiety so much, I’m getting therapy so much and learning to not think too much and let it control my body. I started feeling things that weren’t really there. Our minds are so powerful
@@kayleighwilliams9969 i am so sorry to hear that i know exactly how you feel . anxiety is very powerful and strong. My anxiety is causing me not to eat much. I loss a lot of weight under one month . everytime i eat I'm scared that I'm going to choke on my food. Like I'm scared to swallow food but I'm ok with drinking . i hope you overcome your anxiety and take control . i am here for you Kayleigh we all are including god. Please don't give up and please continue to fight. You are very strong and i know you got this. God would never put anything in our hands we can't handle. Try out many things and try to find other ways to help. Never be embarrassed to try other things. And do what's best for you. Remember you are not alone and we are all here for you. I just join two facebooks groups with people who are dealing with anxiety and depression 5 mins ago. you should join them if you have a facebook you might like it It's worth a try.
@@kayleighwilliams9969 if you want to join a support facebook group one of the groups are called anxiety stress & panic attack support. And the other one is called anxiety support group
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.
How are you feeling now ?
I saw this video just when you uploaded it and I was going through anxiety but it wasn't at it highest, right now I'm going through depression, caused by all this anxiety that literally doesn't let me live, and it's darkening everything I have. I was scrolling through youtube, always see your videos and follow you, and somehow this video appeared into my suggested videos, it was meant to, it's faith. I needed this so much right now, I needed to hear from someone who has suffered it that it can change, that it can go forever, that you can live happy, that this is not going to be my future if I work on it. Been going to a few yoga classes, been feeling better afterwards, I think this is a signal for me to continue going. THANK YOU SO MUCH MIMI, you're definitely helping create a better world
I am soooo excited to put my kids to bed get some tea and watch this tonight yay!!!! X
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 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
Love how transparent you are! Thanks for posting this!
Hi mini I came across this video end of last year, when I was desperately trying to find something that would help deal with my Anxiety attacks and depression. Like you I tried everything, counselling, hypnotherapy I even took medication but none helped. Then I made up my mind to take the leap and registered myself for a 10day Vipassana retreat. It’s been almost, two months and I have been free of anxiety, depression and medication. The best decision I ever made. I also now mediate on a daily basis. I want to thank you for posting this. You are truly inspirational. Keep up the good work. And I wish you and your family all the very best.
you are so strong mentally
Dear Mimi,a big big thanks to you for sharing this...i had a panic attack last evening, hadn't been able to concentrate on anything since then...wasn't even able to sleep peacefully... I watch almost every single video that you upload...but this one came like a blessing to me last night,just when I needed ot the most,I have a really important exam coming my way in about 3 weeks time...
I feel so much better now just thinking that I now know the way of how to get out of this mental difficulty of mine.
Thank you so much for sharing this video...it is actually going to help a lot of people to get out of the shackles of this mental inner demon...
heartfelt gratitude to u...
loads n loads of good wishes n blessings to you.
I just can't thank you enough.
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 RUclips 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
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!
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
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 :/
Inspirational. Love seeing others also helping the current sufferers from the anxiety epidemic.
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
I think it is the first comment I make on a vlogger's channel, but I must say it in return to your vulnerable story. It's been a joy listening to you for 40 minutes because you reminded me about what I have forgotten and made me reflect again upon life habits such as meditation, yoga, journaling and reading that make our life so MUCH better and lighter. Thank you, dear Mimi, for what you've become along the process. :)
One of the best videos on RUclips.
Beautiful Mimi that took courage and made me cry :-) I went to Vipassana 16 years ago, it was life changing i literally came back from those 10 days and changed my country, boyfriend, and went to London to study to become a Naturopathic Doctor followed my gut. But somewhere I got lost again over the past 10 years, not in my work but who I am... I gave way to much of myself to a partner who did not give enough back. I'm slowly finding myself again and healing, yourself and Alex have helped me so much this past year, after your book advice 4 hour work week, I moved to sunny Spain the sun is a real healer. You both even inspired me to make my own supplement brand, which I launched end of Jan. So many thanks for the reminder of loving oneself first and then to give! xx Bless you both x
Natalie how are you feeling now ? How's life ?
This video couldn't come at a better time, thank you!
Dear Mimi,
I've been depressed for a real long time and i'm just a little month's feeling much better and now that i just found this video of you, Mimi, i whish i'd have found it way earlier so that i'd have been able to understand what i was going trough more. I think you descripted it really well and i think that with this video, you're able to help lots of people who're struggling with depression at the moment. Although i found the video a little 'late', it still helped me a lot and i want you to know that you've really inspired me to fight my last mental battles to get out of my situation. Thank you Mimi, much grace
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 :)
Mimi I am really emotional with your video. You have no idea how I am so happy you could go through that... You and Alex are amazing people!
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
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 😘
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
Kennie ur symptoms r normal anxiety symptoms xxx
Kennie, Yup...I understand and feel.
I have both. A fast heart rate, flat breathing and the feeling to "zoom" out of my body.
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!!!
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 have literally been through this exact same thing. The panic, the dark place, the fear of being around peole, flying etc. The more isolated I became the bigger my fear got. I also don't believe in medication and did my homework. Headspace has been a part of my life for about a year now and it has helped tremendously. My husband has also probably been the only one who has seen the dark side of me but helped me through it. Thank you for sharing your story. I know its a vulnerable place to be. I'm 36 years old and it has taken me a LONG time to figure out my own mind and that I had to learn how to be aware of it and control it. our minds can be our best friend or our worst enemy if we allow it. To know that I'm not the only person in the world who has gone through something like this brings comfort. Not because it's good that you went through that but because you were not alone. so thank you for sharing and letting people know that this can be overcome!
I got to try that heart tool. It sounds very interesting. Wonderful message Mimi :) Thank you for sharing your journey, God bless!
Mimi, I cried with you when you mentioned Alex and I think it's because I could see how strong your bond was and I wished deeply that I have that kind of bond with a man one day.
Thank you for your video. I took notes of every advice, book, tool, sentence that enthrilled me. You cannot imagine how I related to your problems. Some of your words just literally describe my experiences and it makes me incredibly light to know that EVEN a wonderful person as you are (or should I say precisely BECAUSE) has gone through such dark times.
Take care and follow your purpose which I believe is to give light to every soul you touch.
Hi mimi, can you please consider making a video about the meditation you mentioned? thank you.
Its extremely difficult for her to explain it.. Even if she explains it you will not understand it deeply.. Its a program, there are a lot of centres around the world... www.dhamma.org/en-US/index :)
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
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!
How are you now?
Thank you for sharing your story! I have been experiencing bouts of anxiety and depression for over a year now. There are many days when I don't feel like getting out of bed. This video made me realize that I am not alone and that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
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.
❤︎
Mimi, you have a gift with words. I am so grateful that you shared your experience with everyone. You have helped me through a lot of difficult moments, and you continue to share such helpful and positive advice that help me in my current life. I am so happy that you are so willing to help everyone. Thank you so much.
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.
This describes so well what I'm going through. How you describe it, the feeling that you don't know if you've ever been happy at all and that it will stay this way forever...
So spot on!
You're a true inspiration Mimi and an example of how great a human being can be in all ways.
separate video on meditation :)
Mimi. You make me cry (happy tears). I need you to know how much I respect you, and how much I needed to know that someone else gets it. Someone else cares. Big love. ❤️
Sara
please do a meditation video and gratefulness walks (:
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! ♥♥♥
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
You dont know how much this is helping people, thank you. You are going to be so rewarded in your life ❤️❤️
Thank you MiMi, this video just appeared to me when I needed. :)
Thank you thank you thank you for making this video!!!!! I've been dealing with anxiety for 5 years. And I've done the linden method and it totally worked for anxiety but I still get overwhelmed with things. I feel like this will help me get to 100% instead of the 75% I am now. I want control of my life and live it to the fullest! And I resisted meds as well. I just knew that they weren't for me. Even though I had to go through hard times I didn't want the side effects and to be reliant on a pill. I'm glad I didn't succumb to it. I'm excited to start meditating and getting my life back! Thanks again! Appreciate you having the courage to make this video.
So proud of you mimi for sharing your story with us. You're gonna really help people. I love you!
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!
wow this is gonna help SO many ppl :)
ur not alone peoplee JESUS ...GOD... can heal everything
read the bible
Thank you so much for this video. It's changed my life completely. I had to share that with you because I'll be forever grateful. You deserve to know how much this video has impacted me. I can't thank you enough. God bless you Mimi, you're a light to this world! Xo
God helped me get my life back after countless e.r. visits of the same- panic attacks, anxiety, thinking I was going to die but He rescued me from the horrific pit. All I did was pray and trust Him with my life and what He was doing. Meditation seems quite empty compared to God's love. I got to pray to a real person and feel His presence that He was with me.
Marlene S God's love and meditation are not exclusive. Faith in God also brings peace and meditation also brings peace through calmness in your heart.
God is a real person???))) Really? lol Meditation is a journey into inner yourself. Religion is a journey into deceiving yourself.
I get that a lot i guess i got use to it, stay hydrated and lots of exercise :)
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!
Mimi! *We should make a facebook group for subscribers* to create a community amongst likeminded people and share our lives in there! Get to know new people, cultures and interests! Please I would love if you took the initiative to do this! I'm part of Mr.Kate's and Shamelessmaya's facebook groups and it's been amazing so far!
Thank you for sharing this. I have suffered anxiety and panic attacks for the past 10 years and recently have been experiencing them for the past two weeks daily. I am going to use all of these techniques. Blessings to you!
Hope you are feeling better. Sending positive thoughts to you.