I remember vividly sitting up most nights watching your videos whilst I was right in the thick of starting sertraline. I cannot describe how helpful you was! Fast forward a few years on and I'm off sertraline and feeling better than ever and even more so now I am aware of how life's stresses can affect me and how to navigate through them
@@DavidLloyd18 amazing! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. I really appreciate it and love hearing how people are doing these days. So glad I was there for you when you needed it!
Hi Alex, good to see u back. Your channel helped me immensely Im 4 years into my sertraline journey and I'm In such a better place, my confidence has grown ive learned to love myself and the things that used to worry me now don't. I'm not sure I'm ready to come off sertraline or if I ever will.
Thank you so much! Totally the right attitude. Some people have a lifetime relationship with Sertraline and that’s what works for them. There is not race to stop taking a thing that has made you better. Sooo glad to hear you have grown in confidence, that’s fabulous to hear. Really appreciate you taking the time to stop by ❤️
Omgg, Alex! I’m so happy to hear this update!! I’m so proud of all the changes you’ve made and the growth you’ve experienced to get to where you are today! The community you’ve created is truly a lifeline and safe space for so many people. I know what it has done for me, and will always be grateful! Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your updates and knowledge with us! Take care!
Hi Alex, so glad to see you back and doing so well. Your openness and honesty helped me so much when I was in a dark place three years ago...thank you so much. I'm still on the mend and look forward to your coming videos. Best wishes mate ❤
Thank you, I really appreciate you! Glad you’re making progress! The goal will feel very different person to person so just keep being great and I’m glad your here
Thank you for helping me to start Sertraline many years ago. I was in a dark space and needed some reassurance. You look great! I had to go back on it but im doing okay.
Brody I started watching your vids four years ago when I started taking the brain pills. It relieved a lot of my own anxieties towards it and encouraged me to make my own space. Thank you for everything you do.
Oh my word! This brings back memories and gratitude. Thank you for being you. I remember watching your videos back in 2020 as I was prescribed sertraline, went through therapy and came out of the other side after a couple of years on them. I learnt so much, do use some techniques you've spoken about before and it has made life much more tolerable and happy. ❤
The medicAtion is what had me blocked to seeing what I'm actually worth. Once I stopped that, and alcohol, I didn't look back, and kept moving forward, and still moving. Glad your off those horrible drugs Alex. Staying consistent with all the positive changes is key.
I prob have a different perspective as they really allowed me to move forward and work on the other stuff but this is important for people to see. These are not for everyone and just because they don’t work for you doesn’t mean you can’t work on the other stuff and get better. Appreciate you! I remember your username as it always made me chuckle!
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth AMEN .. I'm glad you are in a way better place and still helping others. I know for sure , I didn't feel alone in my dark days, as I watched your videos.
I took an ssri for a year from August 2022 and stopped august 2023. No alcohol at all for a year after that and felt fine until last week. Back on the ssri as of August 6th. My plan is to stay on the ssri for 6 months. Wish me luck
Alex, so great to see you're doing well post sertraline! I started on it back in 2020 when I hit a very low point in my life. OCD was and is the biggest contributing factor in my struggle with depression & anxiety. I started on 100mg per day and am now on 50. I would like to get to a point where 25mg a day is all I need and maybe get off it altogether. This drug has helped my OCD immensely. This is the most normal I've felt since my teens and I'm 47. I wish I had the willpower to stop drinking alcohol. I never abused the substance despite all of my past troubles, but I know from an overall health standpoint, it would be wise to cut back or stop completely. Also, I wanted to ask, did stopping sertraline alone cause you to lose weight? Or was it mainly the lifestyle changes you made?
Probably stopping booze more than anything. I’m more cautious about what I eat but still have a sweet tooth. I think if you wanna reduce alcohol I’d just start by have some non-alcoholic beers in the fridge and defaulting to them for the first of the night. Then maybe space them inbetween regular beer. The zero Guiness is incredible
Also, fantastic work and so glad to hear how well you’re doing! I defo think the end goal is different for different people - being med free works for me (at the moment) but I’m certainly don’t think that’s the goal. Being better is the goal and if that means meds, so be it!
Really happy with the impact sertraline has had on my life and remember watching your videos to help me normalize taking them. BUT after taking it for a year, i do notice sideeffects of taking it that people dont really talk about; weight gain, change in face shape, and chronic migraines. Im curious if you (or others) have had similar experiences?
Possibly weight gain. It’s hard to say for sure if that was linked to meds. Strangely I suffer from 1-3 migraines a week all my life from teens to 40s EXCEPT when I was on Sertraline, so who knows?! 😅 Face shape, maybe linked to weight gain?
Hiya I have been on 50mg sertaline and im on day 5, the side effects are getting better but the scary thoughts won’t go I am really scared of dying and they are constantly in my brain just wondering is any one else going through this? And will these thoughts go away??? I’m so confused.. please help??
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth I never had these before until I woke up one day and I started thinking of them and panicking so I contacted my gp and was prescribed the sertaline and just wondering if this suicidal thoughts etc will go away because I am really scared 😦
The thoughts has been more since I have been on sertaline.. I have been on this medication before years ago and it helped me really well but now I’m lost 😞
@@2ba777 if it’s an existing thought then it’s likely to be one of the main reasons for your prescription correct? In which case the usual timeline would apply from a few weeks to 6 months. The first few weeks disrupt your neurotransmitters which can cause a temporary increase in anxiety. I’d advise you check in with your Dr so they can reassure you
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth thank you so much, I love life I love everything, but when I feel so week then they decide to come I know it’s just a thought but as you said the increase on anxiety and the first days of the medication just makes me flop but watching your videos motivates me that I will be better and better and these thoughts will disappear 🙏 I have read all the comments on your videos and never noticed people stating that they have bad thoughts etc they only stated the symptoms, was really wondering if it’s only me 😞 and if I’m going crazy..
No if that’s what the Dr orders! It can be hard when balancing a combination of meds. Follow your instincts. Send me a message on Insta if you need support - link is in video description
Wow nice to see you. Two years ago I had a terrible breakdown and your channel was one I literally watched over and over. I’m still on sertraline and not planning on coming off any time soon. Living an anxiety free life ❤
Amazing! Wow that means a lot to me. I sometimes doubt how useful this stuff is but I need to remind myself that even if 1 person feels the benefits it’s all worth it. So glad the meds are working out for you and you’ve found a status quo! ❤️
@@stewartlittle4623 the process of starting? I have a series of videos where I documented the first 2 weeks every day. That’s prob the best resource for you now. Look for the “Daily vlog” playlist. Let me know if you have other questions
If Eminem can make a come back, so can I
I remember vividly sitting up most nights watching your videos whilst I was right in the thick of starting sertraline. I cannot describe how helpful you was! Fast forward a few years on and I'm off sertraline and feeling better than ever and even more so now I am aware of how life's stresses can affect me and how to navigate through them
@@DavidLloyd18 amazing! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. I really appreciate it and love hearing how people are doing these days. So glad I was there for you when you needed it!
Hi Alex, good to see u back. Your channel helped me immensely Im 4 years into my sertraline journey and I'm In such a better place, my confidence has grown ive learned to love myself and the things that used to worry me now don't. I'm not sure I'm ready to come off sertraline or if I ever will.
Thank you so much! Totally the right attitude. Some people have a lifetime relationship with Sertraline and that’s what works for them. There is not race to stop taking a thing that has made you better. Sooo glad to hear you have grown in confidence, that’s fabulous to hear. Really appreciate you taking the time to stop by ❤️
Omgg, Alex! I’m so happy to hear this update!! I’m so proud of all the changes you’ve made and the growth you’ve experienced to get to where you are today! The community you’ve created is truly a lifeline and safe space for so many people. I know what it has done for me, and will always be grateful!
Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your updates and knowledge with us! Take care!
@@zarranadeem ❤️❤️❤️
Hi Alex, so glad to see you back and doing so well. Your openness and honesty helped me so much when I was in a dark place three years ago...thank you so much. I'm still on the mend and look forward to your coming videos. Best wishes mate ❤
Thank you, I really appreciate you! Glad you’re making progress! The goal will feel very different person to person so just keep being great and I’m glad your here
Thank you for helping me to start Sertraline many years ago. I was in a dark space and needed some reassurance. You look great! I had to go back on it but im doing okay.
I appreciate you! I probably should have said - I’m not taking at the moment but in the future I would if I needed. I’m glad you’re doing ok! ❤️
Brody I started watching your vids four years ago when I started taking the brain pills. It relieved a lot of my own anxieties towards it and encouraged me to make my own space. Thank you for everything you do.
I appreciate you! Hope you are doing good!!
Oh my word! This brings back memories and gratitude. Thank you for being you. I remember watching your videos back in 2020 as I was prescribed sertraline, went through therapy and came out of the other side after a couple of years on them. I learnt so much, do use some techniques you've spoken about before and it has made life much more tolerable and happy. ❤
Really appreciate this Chris! You’ve had quite an incredible journey of your own over the years and really glad we crossed paths!
Yay 🎉so good to see you giving a quick update
Thanks! How are you doing?
The medicAtion is what had me blocked to seeing what I'm actually worth. Once I stopped that, and alcohol, I didn't look back, and kept moving forward, and still moving. Glad your off those horrible drugs Alex. Staying consistent with all the positive changes is key.
I prob have a different perspective as they really allowed me to move forward and work on the other stuff but this is important for people to see. These are not for everyone and just because they don’t work for you doesn’t mean you can’t work on the other stuff and get better. Appreciate you! I remember your username as it always made me chuckle!
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth AMEN .. I'm glad you are in a way better place and still helping others. I know for sure , I didn't feel alone in my dark days, as I watched your videos.
I took an ssri for a year from August 2022 and stopped august 2023. No alcohol at all for a year after that and felt fine until last week. Back on the ssri as of August 6th.
My plan is to stay on the ssri for 6 months.
Wish me luck
🤝 good luck! It took two real attempts before things stuck with me. Sounds like you’ve got a solid plan!
Alex, so great to see you're doing well post sertraline! I started on it back in 2020 when I hit a very low point in my life. OCD was and is the biggest contributing factor in my struggle with depression & anxiety. I started on 100mg per day and am now on 50. I would like to get to a point where 25mg a day is all I need and maybe get off it altogether. This drug has helped my OCD immensely. This is the most normal I've felt since my teens and I'm 47. I wish I had the willpower to stop drinking alcohol. I never abused the substance despite all of my past troubles, but I know from an overall health standpoint, it would be wise to cut back or stop completely. Also, I wanted to ask, did stopping sertraline alone cause you to lose weight? Or was it mainly the lifestyle changes you made?
Probably stopping booze more than anything. I’m more cautious about what I eat but still have a sweet tooth. I think if you wanna reduce alcohol I’d just start by have some non-alcoholic beers in the fridge and defaulting to them for the first of the night. Then maybe space them inbetween regular beer. The zero Guiness is incredible
Also, fantastic work and so glad to hear how well you’re doing! I defo think the end goal is different for different people - being med free works for me (at the moment) but I’m certainly don’t think that’s the goal. Being better is the goal and if that means meds, so be it!
Really happy with the impact sertraline has had on my life and remember watching your videos to help me normalize taking them. BUT after taking it for a year, i do notice sideeffects of taking it that people dont really talk about; weight gain, change in face shape, and chronic migraines. Im curious if you (or others) have had similar experiences?
Possibly weight gain. It’s hard to say for sure if that was linked to meds. Strangely I suffer from 1-3 migraines a week all my life from teens to 40s EXCEPT when I was on Sertraline, so who knows?! 😅 Face shape, maybe linked to weight gain?
Hiya I have been on 50mg sertaline and im on day 5, the side effects are getting better but the scary thoughts won’t go I am really scared of dying and they are constantly in my brain just wondering is any one else going through this? And will these thoughts go away??? I’m so confused.. please help??
@@2ba777 did you have those thoughts before Sertraline or only since starting? And do you mean you are worried about getting ill and dying?
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth I never had these before until I woke up one day and I started thinking of them and panicking so I contacted my gp and was prescribed the sertaline and just wondering if this suicidal thoughts etc will go away because I am really scared 😦
The thoughts has been more since I have been on sertaline.. I have been on this medication before years ago and it helped me really well but now I’m lost 😞
@@2ba777 if it’s an existing thought then it’s likely to be one of the main reasons for your prescription correct? In which case the usual timeline would apply from a few weeks to 6 months. The first few weeks disrupt your neurotransmitters which can cause a temporary increase in anxiety. I’d advise you check in with your Dr so they can reassure you
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth thank you so much, I love life I love everything, but when I feel so week then they decide to come I know it’s just a thought but as you said the increase on anxiety and the first days of the medication just makes me flop but watching your videos motivates me that I will be better and better and these thoughts will disappear 🙏 I have read all the comments on your videos and never noticed people stating that they have bad thoughts etc they only stated the symptoms, was really wondering if it’s only me 😞 and if I’m going crazy..
I’m on day 2 of Zoloft feel sleepy they have me on 25mg and after day 7 on day 8 they want me to start 50mg I’m scared but I’m doing my best
Yeah it can be exhausting! Just treat yourself kindly and leave plenty of time to relax (sometimes hard I know!)
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth I’m just scared cuz she still kept me on 3 times a day of buspirone 10mg each time lol so I’m like ok should I worry
No if that’s what the Dr orders! It can be hard when balancing a combination of meds. Follow your instincts. Send me a message on Insta if you need support - link is in video description
How you getting on with it?
But do you feel that sertraline helped you to be where you are now ? (Sry about my english)
Yes 100% - I probably wasn’t clear about this. I owe a lot to Sertraline!
Wow nice to see you. Two years ago I had a terrible breakdown and your channel was one I literally watched over and over. I’m still on sertraline and not planning on coming off any time soon. Living an anxiety free life ❤
Amazing! Wow that means a lot to me. I sometimes doubt how useful this stuff is but I need to remind myself that even if 1 person feels the benefits it’s all worth it. So glad the meds are working out for you and you’ve found a status quo! ❤️
Can u please explain what the process was like. Im really going through it and my doctor just prescribed it and im scared to take it.
@@stewartlittle4623 the process of starting? I have a series of videos where I documented the first 2 weeks every day. That’s prob the best resource for you now. Look for the “Daily vlog” playlist. Let me know if you have other questions