things that make me anxious in school 1. being infront of the class 2. being called on 3. projects 4. forgetting stuff 5. people 6. basically everything
Headphones are a massive massive security blanket type thing for me because I have to catch the bus and if I don't have them then I overthink my entire existence on the bus like my body language and how my clothes look and how many people are around me and whole bunch of stuff so having headphones helps to take me out of that space for about an hour or so until I get to college. This is a really good video because it's really helpful :)
NovaSky Exact same way for me. Not to mention that I get major anxiety if I listen to anything without earbuds or headphones in front of ANYONE (even my friends and parents)
I have anxiety about the weirdest things when I'm at school. 1.) weird pencils. Idk what it is. 2.) getting my phone taken away. 3.) assignments in general. 4.) substitute teachers. The give me weird vibes.
Substitute teachers are awful! I feel you! They don't know my 504 plan so I get called on (I'm not supposed to be called on if I'm not raising my hand), etc. and it's really scary because they don't know you and you don't know what to expect.
Cayla Monachino My school gave me permission to chew gum if I don't blow bubbles and other people don't see, and when I have a sub, I get in trouble. They won't let me have my weighted vest and they don't let me go to the nurse to get my anxiety meds, just because they don't know, everyone yells and takes advantage of the sub and it's really overwhelming. When I get overwhelmed, my meds help a lot, and they also confiscate my fidgets saying they are toys, and when I try to argue that I have sensory issues and I need to stim (it's not just an autism characteristic, it's also found in people with sensory issues, and without my comfort objects, I just am on the brink of tears, and I've tried asking for breaks, and they say no, so I have to use my precious passes to get to the bathroom for five minutes. I have considered running out of the room so many times, because it just is so overwhelming and it's hard because I need sensory input and if I don't have access to my meds or breaks, don't tell me I'm being dramatic, because it's actually really hard when you don't have your special needs figured.
Willow Unicorn your not being dramatic at all it's happened to me before but it's a little different I have anxiety and some teachers have yelled at me for doodling but my mom has emailed my teachers countless times that I can doodle and it's ok for me to do so It drives me insane when teachers don't know that and it's also in my IEP so like can't they just remember that I can doodle
I get so anxious at school because I don't want anyone to talk to me but if no-one does ten I feel anxious because I feel that people are judging me ugh it's an endless cycle
**gets anxious during class** **crumples piece of paper** **gets yelled at by teacher** (not hating lol I just thought of it when she said the crumpling paper thing)
I always bring stuffed animals to school. Saying that, I'm a teenager. But it helps. Having my little friends right there on my desk beside me. My teachers this year don't seem to notice, and my classmates seem to get a kick out of it, so yeah
I have small plush charm attached to my bag and I love to play with it. I’ve just ordered a squishy charm because it is soooo relaxing to squish them and my anxiety has just gotten so awful since 2016 to the point that it made my suicidal thoughts even worse than they used to be and I tried to kill myself last year so I hope it’ll help lessen it.
What I like to bring with me at school, is a notebook with pictures of all the persons and things that are important to me. For example, friends, music bands, tv-shows, pictures that are beautiful, lyrics, motivation quotes,... That really helps
I love that idea! It's great to have something with you to remind yourself of all your favorite things in life so when you look at it it reminds you of happy memories. :)
School is a killer right now it has me in a noose. Its exhausting with the workload and none of my friends are in any of my classes or lunch so im basically alone. My mom tellls me to make friends but she doesnt know how hard it is for me with all the anxiety. Lately I struggle so much with finding meds that work and therapy which isnt helping. The teachers also dont considerate students needs individually so for me ill be dying inside while the teacher is yelling bc we dont reach high expectations. I try man i try but its tiring and im so sensitive. Im glad to have seen your video.
I used to write so much in middle and high school because of all the ANGST. I would always bring a journal around with me. I also like the planner, it helps me so much to know what's going on! Although I haven't been using it. D: Lol, this is so helpful! Great video! By the way, I have very similar shoes to the ones you showed! Oh Kristen, you have such great style! :)
I think this list was really cool and did have stuff that was good for mental health, but a lot of it was just usual school stuff. But, that could very well be because we cope in different ways. For example, your journal is incredibly helpful for you. When I'm in school, thinking about my feelings and stressors makes things way worse. When I start to have a hard time, my best bet is to try to distract myself and channel those negative feelings outward for as long as I have to in order to get home. I need to be by myself in a safe space to process that shit. If it's at the beginning of a long day, I try to find someone in my support circle to talk at me for a little bit, at most. So what I bring is all about prevention/comfort and distraction. Things I use to help with my depression and anxiety at school: tiny stuffed animal (it can be on a keychain, but I bring one of those little tsum tsum guys because squishy), sunscreen, little snacks, charger, a piece of paper with emergency numbers on it (aka what if I need to call my mom, and yes I am an adult), hand lotion, wipes for sticky hands (I REALLY hate sticky stuff), tissues, PLANNER, a spare pen somewhere that isn't in my pencil bag incase I somehow forget that, sunglasses bc what if I cry, and a sweater during the two weeks it is actually cold in California. Also, your pad thing is a VERY important point. If you get periods or have friends that do BRING PADS. I can not stress this enough. Nothing can trigger anxiety and embassment quite like having your period when you aren't prepared- saying that one from very personal experience.
I'm going into high school next week and I'm really anxious because it's a new school and I'm scared about my scars showing and being around a ton of people because my anxiety has been so bad these last few weeks. this video really did help and I just want to say how amazing you are and strong you are and how much I look up to you as an individual. do you have any advice for started high school with depression and anxiety. because the time of year where I hit lows is during school.
I heard somewhere that ripping paper helps relieve stress and anger so a few years ago I got the urge to self harm in class because something made me angry so I began ripping up paper and making really angry scribbles but my teacher yelled at me for "being childish" so after I dug a pen into my leg under the desk (she wouldn't let me leave class), I really hate that teacher
I love using a journal to write down all of my thoughts and emotions! I even do this at home and not even just school. Your vids are VERY helpful. KEEP UP THE FANTASTIC WORK, KRISTEN! 😉
When I have panic attacks it always helps for me to squeeze something really hard or pull on things. It helps relieve some of the pressure my body is going through. I always thought stress balls were taboo but I'm gonna try one out :) Thanks for the tips!
Awesome video!!! I lol'ed at the close up of the eos lip balm rolling out :D I'm pursuing more education so this really helped me ^^ Got some fall candles yet this year?! Best study aids.
+Lisa Emerald I went to bath and body works a few weeks ago and they had there fall collection out. I love the sweet cinnamon pumpkin candle they have there! But sadly no, I did not buy one yet this year.
I'm a big artist so I always have my sketchbook with me and my felt pens because they work just like paint 🎨 and I always have rubber bands on me because I try not to self harm so I ping them on my wrist. It helps a lot
I know that I JUST found this channel, but I love your videos, I was searching for ways to cope with self harm because my gf broke up with me and I didn't want to cut anymore. That video taught me other things to do instead. Thank you so much! Love you!
I've always taken a sketch pad to school I'm not really allowed to draw in it in class but I do anyway because it helps me calm if I feel anxious as I do quite often I just doodle or write quotes
thank you so much for this video! I'd love to see more mental health-school related videos because I am going back in a few days and trying not to breakdown, I am also trying to be more organized because last year I was so stressed out about coursework it really impacted me negatively.
+Hind Rouiched you've got this! Fake it till you make it, and you will make it. I'm gonna be uploading a how to stay organized and sane in school, mostly for people with anxiety like myself, I hope you'll check it out :)
These are pretty great for work too. I carry a backpack in lieu of a purse and always have earbuds, a sweatshirt, extra meds (my antidepressants...you never know when you're going to get stuck somewhere...I keep a few doses in both my bags, anxiety meds, stomach pills and pain meds), pads, pens, my wallet, my journal and usually a novel. I try to also have something small to eat on me in case I start feeling sick to my stomach...because a snack usually helps.
I also like to keep some candy with me to lighten my mood slightly when depressed days roll around the bend. It's really good to keep some small hard candies so you can quietly suck on them in class or home room. Always calms me down when I need to cry
I love your channel! Its great how you are spreading awareness and making videos to help people with mental health issues. You video "what its likes to be in love while depressed" really hit home with me and really described the relationship I have had with my boyfriend for two years. Keep up the good work!
My best friend gave me one of her tank he's and honestly it has helped me so so much. I get anxious beyond belief in school, especially in lessons and it really helps to have something to have your hands moving with.
Last yr in school was the start my mental health went down for the worst, 8 months later it’s still effecting me even outside of school but no one knows what I’m going through, multiple times last yr I almost ran out of class coz of the amount of breakdowns was destroying, I’m anxious that it will carry on, still waiting for the worst
You know what's really annoying? When you can't escape drama at school because there's a lot of drama in class and then more from your friends at lunch. I have a lot of problems with a majority of my friend group but everyone else at at school either doesn't notice that I exist or think that I'm an embarrassing outcast. so kind of hard to make any new friends. There are people who talk to me just out of pity for being an embarrassing outcast, but that's annoying because I feel like I'm just wasting their time, I know a pity "friend" when I meet one but they all think I don't notice. I hate school! Man, this comment changed topics quickly.
Lol I binge watched all your videos 😅 You're the first RUclipsr I found that talks about depression and stuff and isn't somber and negative and is actually consistent ❤
Thanks for this so much!! I recently brought myself some gum as I've never had it before and you were so right!!! It was so stress relieving! I also got myself a journal to write my feelings. It's a big help for someone like me with hidden depression.
This video is filled with so much positivity it makes me happy. I will always be reminded of the video through the school year, and it will keep me motivated! Thank you!
amazing video, as always ! wish i had this kind of thing when i did public schooling. (I'm starting homeschooling this year because of how intense my anxiety was at school) but this video is amazing and super helpful.
Thank you. This really helped me. I too write stuff in books. I have a lot of anxiety that comes with my autism. Although when I write things, my teachers shout at me for not paying attention.
I DIDN'T KNOW THE MINT THING WAS COMMON?!My old friend did it an I thought it was just her thing I guess.I might give it a go if it's a common thing.Worth a shot I guess!
such a good video!! and this year im going to actually try to use my school planner more so then i dont get stressed that i have forgotten to revise or forgotten to do homework etc! and i aleays have sprays aswell ( dont want people thinking u smell gross) and lol the thing about the chewing gum is sooo true people who dont even speak to u normally suddenly want to be your best friend just to get some gum! :) and i normally do bring a journal to write things down like if i get angry and im annoyed at a teacher instead of saying my rude sassy answer back to them i write it down so then at least its out of my system :) ahh first day back on friday :( where the hell had my break from school gone? it went welll to fast!!
I’m going back to public school this fall after nearly two years of being in a private school. I left public school because of anxiety and depression, and school is a major issue when it comes to my social anxiety and depression. I hope this will help me, I’m going to keep all of this in mind when I go back to school shopping. :)
I make sure I take food to school but I throw it out at lunch, because my friends always check if I have food and if I don't then they make me eat and that triggers a panic attack so I basically lie to them
i usually bring headphones and some sort of fidget toy or a book to distract me if i have a panic attack during school, having something you can take your stress or anxiety out on is great, especially when you cant get out of class :)
Thanks so much for this video! I'm gonna be going to my first year of high school after summer, and there are a few things in here I didn't think of myself. I'm gonna have to narrow it down to basic stuff, though, because for me having too much stuff gives me anxiety, (it sucks that I'm not a very organised person) but I can definitely combine the notebooks into one and just use the one binder for all my subjects. I'm hoping high school will be a fresh start since I'm in a better mental state now. I know I've got this channel to turn too for whenever times get hard again.
When I'm anxious I move around a lot and shake so I'm leaning sign language so i have something to do with my hands and it's also a good thing to know incase you meet someone who is set or hard of hearing. If i don't have to take notes I'll copy what the teacher is saying in sign language or do it to whatever song I'm listening to :)
My backpack for school: (even before watching this vid) A note book A sketchbook A little bag with a blade ;-; some kind of candy to scew on (Gum isnt allowed in my school) My bandana (in case its hot and i wanna roll up my sleeves, then i can put my bandanan over my cuts) 2 pencil cases with thousand of doodle items xD and my nomal schoolbooks and notebooks
okay i just found your channel and am watching all your videos and thank you :) you are amazing and lovely and you are me hahaha you know how it feels! i can't work or go to college because i am really struggling but this is a great channel
+Emily Rose Im so happy you like the channel! I hope everything is okay but just know that you are not alone in your struggle and that recovery is possible :)
Loved this video - so helpful! I have to have something to fiddle with so I use a velvet ribbon. Unfortunately many people don't understand and tease me for it but whatever because if I didn't have it I would have probably cried or had an anxiety attack so I can live with a bit of teasing tbh x
thank u so so much !! this is very helpful, my ADD is untreated, i have no therapy or medication right now and i struggle a lot at school with organization and just keeping motivated and staying focused, as expected, and this is super helpful,,,, and haha i like having pretty things with me too !!!
things that make me anxious in school
1. being infront of the class
2. being called on
3. projects
4. forgetting stuff
5. people
6. basically everything
maggie graeff That is all incredibly relatable, you are most certainly not alone with your anxiety
maggie graeff I have not been diagnosed with anxiety but just reading that made me feel nervous
Relatable
Accurate
Saaaame
I love how you said "only for people with periods." As a trans* person that really made me smile. :)
me too:')
+phanndom hi fam
same! i love how she didn't say girls
ya, that made me really happy, because it isn't putting anyone down, like some people do, even when they don't mean to.
Same here!
Headphones are a massive massive security blanket type thing for me because I have to catch the bus and if I don't have them then I overthink my entire existence on the bus like my body language and how my clothes look and how many people are around me and whole bunch of stuff so having headphones helps to take me out of that space for about an hour or so until I get to college. This is a really good video because it's really helpful :)
Sameeee omw!!
NovaSk the same happens to me!! I always wear my earphones in the car on the way to/back from school or during lunch
same OMG
NovaSky Exact same way for me. Not to mention that I get major anxiety if I listen to anything without earbuds or headphones in front of ANYONE (even my friends and parents)
Same
thank you for saying "people with periods" instead of "women" - it's awesome to be inclusive of trans people! :)
Anna Leyland 🙄
GOOD LORD PEOPLE JUST LET THIS HUMAN BEEEE! THEYRE HAPPY FOR CRYING OUT LOUD!
I AGREE
isa *what has our world become...* 🙄
Nathan Hardy I'm trans myself, I still have periods.
I have anxiety about the weirdest things when I'm at school.
1.) weird pencils. Idk what it is.
2.) getting my phone taken away.
3.) assignments in general.
4.) substitute teachers. The give me weird vibes.
Substitute teachers are awful! I feel you! They don't know my 504 plan so I get called on (I'm not supposed to be called on if I'm not raising my hand), etc. and it's really scary because they don't know you and you don't know what to expect.
me and my friends have had bad expeirence withs subs so i dont have to go to class when we have subs
Cayla Monachino My school gave me permission to chew gum if I don't blow bubbles and other people don't see, and when I have a sub, I get in trouble. They won't let me have my weighted vest and they don't let me go to the nurse to get my anxiety meds, just because they don't know, everyone yells and takes advantage of the sub and it's really overwhelming. When I get overwhelmed, my meds help a lot, and they also confiscate my fidgets saying they are toys, and when I try to argue that I have sensory issues and I need to stim (it's not just an autism characteristic, it's also found in people with sensory issues, and without my comfort objects, I just am on the brink of tears, and I've tried asking for breaks, and they say no, so I have to use my precious passes to get to the bathroom for five minutes. I have considered running out of the room so many times, because it just is so overwhelming and it's hard because I need sensory input and if I don't have access to my meds or breaks, don't tell me I'm being dramatic, because it's actually really hard when you don't have your special needs figured.
Fulfilled, not figured
Willow Unicorn your not being dramatic at all it's happened to me before but it's a little different I have anxiety and some teachers have yelled at me for doodling but my mom has emailed my teachers countless times that I can doodle and it's ok for me to do so It drives me insane when teachers don't know that and it's also in my IEP so like can't they just remember that I can doodle
I get so anxious at school because I don't want anyone to talk to me but if no-one does ten I feel anxious because I feel that people are judging me ugh it's an endless cycle
justanotheryoutubeaccount I feel the same. Being around so many people makes me really anxious QwQ
justanotheryoutubeaccount It's the reason that I just can't handle being at school
justanotheryoutubeaccount Same..
justanotheryoutubeaccount this is me everyday
i got in trouble for having pads fall out of my bag because a teacher said it was "inappropriate and filthy" :/ the school did nothing.
Hannah Blackford but..periods..are..natural..you can't help it. Aren't they supposed to like.. teach you that?? Yikes..
Now that's some Simple - Joshler - Logic XD!
IM SORRY, I KNOW...
Do you live in the Bible Belt or something because that's illegal
That's unbelievable. Did you report the teacher?
You poor human being
**gets anxious during class**
**crumples piece of paper**
**gets yelled at by teacher**
(not hating lol I just thought of it when she said the crumpling paper thing)
hope ann same
my teachers dont get mad at that. its when i start to rip it up as i try to not scratch myself. then they get mad at the paper bits.
Your channel inspires me so much, I'm one day clean of self harm and I've decided to flush my razors. Im ready for recovery.
I always bring stuffed animals to school. Saying that, I'm a teenager. But it helps. Having my little friends right there on my desk beside me. My teachers this year don't seem to notice, and my classmates seem to get a kick out of it, so yeah
that's so cute
+Phanfic! At The Disco your name gives me life 😂😍
I do that too... High schooler lol
You are the type of person i wish i had at my school
I have small plush charm attached to my bag and I love to play with it. I’ve just ordered a squishy charm because it is soooo relaxing to squish them and my anxiety has just gotten so awful since 2016 to the point that it made my suicidal thoughts even worse than they used to be and I tried to kill myself last year so I hope it’ll help lessen it.
"read at your own risk" OMG you made my day!
am I the only one who thinks the backpack looks like Dan's bedsheets?
Doodle.is.trashTM maybe it IS Dans bedsheets 😱
LikeKristen plot twist :O
-also thank you so much for making these videos they are really helping :)-
Ye
Kittenni Is trash :3 YES
Kittenni lol yes
What I like to bring with me at school, is a notebook with pictures of all the persons and things that are important to me. For example, friends, music bands, tv-shows, pictures that are beautiful, lyrics, motivation quotes,... That really helps
I love that idea! It's great to have something with you to remind yourself of all your favorite things in life so when you look at it it reminds you of happy memories. :)
School is a killer right now it has me in a noose. Its exhausting with the workload and none of my friends are in any of my classes or lunch so im basically alone. My mom tellls me to make friends but she doesnt know how hard it is for me with all the anxiety. Lately I struggle so much with finding meds that work and therapy which isnt helping. The teachers also dont considerate students needs individually so for me ill be dying inside while the teacher is yelling bc we dont reach high expectations. I try man i try but its tiring and im so sensitive. Im glad to have seen your video.
Anahy ik this has nothing to do with your comment , but world wide handsome!!!!
Anahy I have that same problem for the most part
Jasperyn i see you jin ;)
If you feel like you're putting yourself in danger and you feel that the situation is urgent please call you're local crisis line immediately.
MEMES
I love how light you made this video with memes
whatgem |-/
whatgem |-/
hope out the window
I would like it if u did a video of what to do if ur triggered at school. Something about school and depression
I used to write so much in middle and high school because of all the ANGST. I would always bring a journal around with me. I also like the planner, it helps me so much to know what's going on! Although I haven't been using it. D: Lol, this is so helpful! Great video!
By the way, I have very similar shoes to the ones you showed! Oh Kristen, you have such great style! :)
+ShalomAleichem Well you do too if you have the same shoes! :)
D'aww thanks. :)
Im in the thick of the angst right now. not fun
I got this in my recommended and it’s quarantine, but I’m gonna need this.
Can you do "back to school mental health favorites" every month? because I really find this video helpful and I want to see more! (((: +likekristen
"you never know when you are going to need garlic roasted potatoes at school" lol
I think this list was really cool and did have stuff that was good for mental health, but a lot of it was just usual school stuff. But, that could very well be because we cope in different ways. For example, your journal is incredibly helpful for you. When I'm in school, thinking about my feelings and stressors makes things way worse. When I start to have a hard time, my best bet is to try to distract myself and channel those negative feelings outward for as long as I have to in order to get home. I need to be by myself in a safe space to process that shit. If it's at the beginning of a long day, I try to find someone in my support circle to talk at me for a little bit, at most. So what I bring is all about prevention/comfort and distraction.
Things I use to help with my depression and anxiety at school: tiny stuffed animal (it can be on a keychain, but I bring one of those little tsum tsum guys because squishy), sunscreen, little snacks, charger, a piece of paper with emergency numbers on it (aka what if I need to call my mom, and yes I am an adult), hand lotion, wipes for sticky hands (I REALLY hate sticky stuff), tissues, PLANNER, a spare pen somewhere that isn't in my pencil bag incase I somehow forget that, sunglasses bc what if I cry, and a sweater during the two weeks it is actually cold in California. Also, your pad thing is a VERY important point. If you get periods or have friends that do BRING PADS. I can not stress this enough. Nothing can trigger anxiety and embassment quite like having your period when you aren't prepared- saying that one from very personal experience.
Count how many times Kristen says "Let's go into the backpack!" 😋
I'm going into high school next week and I'm really anxious because it's a new school and I'm scared about my scars showing and being around a ton of people because my anxiety has been so bad these last few weeks. this video really did help and I just want to say how amazing you are and strong you are and how much I look up to you as an individual. do you have any advice for started high school with depression and anxiety. because the time of year where I hit lows is during school.
The backpack looks like Danisnotonfire's bed sheets
AliensForSoul HELLLLLLLLLOOOOOO PPPPPPPPPHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNIIIIIIIIIIIIIEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
I'm part of a anxiety/depression support group on FB. would you mind if I shared your channel? I think you could help so many that are on there!
Allie Brennan I'm also part of that lol
Great video!
In the beginning when the thing fell while you were posing and you said "oh my god" I laughed harder than I should've.
"All the feels, man"
LETS GO INTO THE BACKPACKKKK
LMAO KILLED ME EVERY TIME
I heard somewhere that ripping paper helps relieve stress and anger so a few years ago I got the urge to self harm in class because something made me angry so I began ripping up paper and making really angry scribbles but my teacher yelled at me for "being childish" so after I dug a pen into my leg under the desk (she wouldn't let me leave class), I really hate that teacher
I love using a journal to write down all of my thoughts and emotions! I even do this at home and not even just school. Your vids are VERY helpful. KEEP UP THE FANTASTIC WORK, KRISTEN! 😉
oml is she a magician she pulled out 20 things of her backpack books, bags of food, shoes, shirts, pants, socks, etc.
When I have panic attacks it always helps for me to squeeze something really hard or pull on things. It helps relieve some of the pressure my body is going through. I always thought stress balls were taboo but I'm gonna try one out :) Thanks for the tips!
I have anxiety and I do half of this stuff and I haven't had a attack in school for months it is cool to see others using the same thing's!
YESS thank you for saying “only for people with periods” also, your tooth gap is super cute.
Awesome video!!!
I lol'ed at the close up of the eos lip balm rolling out :D
I'm pursuing more education so this really helped me ^^
Got some fall candles yet this year?! Best study aids.
+Lisa Emerald I went to bath and body works a few weeks ago and they had there fall collection out. I love the sweet cinnamon pumpkin candle they have there! But sadly no, I did not buy one yet this year.
LikeKristen I got marshmallow fireside & sweater weather :D Could not resist! Now I'm holding off til the January semi annual sale ;)))
+Lisa Emerald Awesome!! Yeah I love candles :) Fall is my favorite season when it comes to candles!
+Lisa Emerald What candle brand do you like and what scents? I've been struggling to find one that doesn't over stimulate my senses!
The quirky I really like Bath & Body Works... their Eucalyptus Mint stress relief ones ^^ Lavender Vanilla as well!
I love this! Can you do a video on public speaking in class please? That is my biggest fear.. I hate being called on and forced to participate..
i love your channel omg!!!! i've been lately struggling with anxiety and depression. i've self harmed. you've helped me a lot lately.
I'm a big artist so I always have my sketchbook with me and my felt pens because they work just like paint 🎨 and I always have rubber bands on me because I try not to self harm so I ping them on my wrist. It helps a lot
I know that I JUST found this channel, but I love your videos, I was searching for ways to cope with self harm because my gf broke up with me and I didn't want to cut anymore. That video taught me other things to do instead. Thank you so much! Love you!
I've always taken a sketch pad to school I'm not really allowed to draw in it in class but I do anyway because it helps me calm if I feel anxious as I do quite often I just doodle or write quotes
I'm so glad there is someone like you who makes videos about self harm and that stuff, I needed this right now cause I'm feeling really depressed.
I'd recommend a mental health app for anxiety. It helps a lot. The NIKU app is a good example.
Is it free
"You never know when you need the garlic roasted potatoes at school" I'm crying!
a journal helps me a TON, because whenever I was breaking down or something I would just splurge all of my feelings in my journal and it would help
One thing I do when I feel depressed is I draw eyes in my school books and if I’m stressed or anxious I draw teeth and that somehow helps 🤷🏻♂️
thank you so much for this video! I'd love to see more mental health-school related videos because I am going back in a few days and trying not to breakdown, I am also trying to be more organized because last year I was so stressed out about coursework it really impacted me negatively.
+Hind Rouiched you've got this! Fake it till you make it, and you will make it. I'm gonna be uploading a how to stay organized and sane in school, mostly for people with anxiety like myself, I hope you'll check it out :)
These are pretty great for work too. I carry a backpack in lieu of a purse and always have earbuds, a sweatshirt, extra meds (my antidepressants...you never know when you're going to get stuck somewhere...I keep a few doses in both my bags, anxiety meds, stomach pills and pain meds), pads, pens, my wallet, my journal and usually a novel. I try to also have something small to eat on me in case I start feeling sick to my stomach...because a snack usually helps.
I also like to keep some candy with me to lighten my mood slightly when depressed days roll around the bend. It's really good to keep some small hard candies so you can quietly suck on them in class or home room. Always calms me down when I need to cry
I love your channel! Its great how you are spreading awareness and making videos to help people with mental health issues. You video "what its likes to be in love while depressed" really hit home with me and really described the relationship I have had with my boyfriend for two years. Keep up the good work!
My best friend gave me one of her tank he's and honestly it has helped me so so much. I get anxious beyond belief in school, especially in lessons and it really helps to have something to have your hands moving with.
Last yr in school was the start my mental health went down for the worst, 8 months later it’s still effecting me even outside of school but no one knows what I’m going through, multiple times last yr I almost ran out of class coz of the amount of breakdowns was destroying, I’m anxious that it will carry on, still waiting for the worst
Can you make a video about how to deal with drama at school?
You know what's really annoying? When you can't escape drama at school because there's a lot of drama in class and then more from your friends at lunch. I have a lot of problems with a majority of my friend group but everyone else at at school either doesn't notice that I exist or think that I'm an embarrassing outcast. so kind of hard to make any new friends. There are people who talk to me just out of pity for being an embarrassing outcast, but that's annoying because I feel like I'm just wasting their time, I know a pity "friend" when I meet one but they all think I don't notice. I hate school! Man, this comment changed topics quickly.
Lol I binge watched all your videos 😅
You're the first RUclipsr I found that talks about depression and stuff and isn't somber and negative and is actually consistent ❤
Thanks for this so much!!
I recently brought myself some gum as I've never had it before and you were so right!!!
It was so stress relieving!
I also got myself a journal to write my feelings. It's a big help for someone like me with hidden depression.
This video is filled with so much positivity it makes me happy. I will always be reminded of the video through the school year, and it will keep me motivated! Thank you!
Love you kristen so inspirational !
I just found your channel! I have litterly speechless. Love you so much!
Your haircut is awesome!
Thankyou so much ♡♡ I start school as Year 12 in 18 days
amazing video, as always ! wish i had this kind of thing when i did public schooling. (I'm starting homeschooling this year because of how intense my anxiety was at school) but this video is amazing and super helpful.
**Kristen holds up 5th Wave**
**I freak out**
AWESOME BOOK GUYS READ IT
IKR AND DIVERGENT
I love ur book bag. Where did you get it?
Thank you. This really helped me. I too write stuff in books. I have a lot of anxiety that comes with my autism. Although when I write things, my teachers shout at me for not paying attention.
your teeth are both calming and angering (because I have OCD) AND remind me of Melanie Martinez
I DIDN'T KNOW THE MINT THING WAS COMMON?!My old friend did it an I thought it was just her thing I guess.I might give it a go if it's a common thing.Worth a shot I guess!
such a good video!! and this year im going to actually try to use my school planner more so then i dont get stressed that i have forgotten to revise or forgotten to do homework etc! and i aleays have sprays aswell ( dont want people thinking u smell gross) and lol the thing about the chewing gum is sooo true people who dont even speak to u normally suddenly want to be your best friend just to get some gum! :) and i normally do bring a journal to write things down like if i get angry and im annoyed at a teacher instead of saying my rude sassy answer back to them i write it down so then at least its out of my system :) ahh first day back on friday :( where the hell had my break from school gone? it went welll to fast!!
I started this past Monday so I understand how you feel 😄
hows your first few days back been so far :) I hope your feeling a little better about yourself and I hope your anxiety has reduced :)
u should do a video on what do do and say on a first date
I’m going back to public school this fall after nearly two years of being in a private school. I left public school because of anxiety and depression, and school is a major issue when it comes to my social anxiety and depression. I hope this will help me, I’m going to keep all of this in mind when I go back to school shopping. :)
I make sure I take food to school but I throw it out at lunch, because my friends always check if I have food and if I don't then they make me eat and that triggers a panic attack so I basically lie to them
You are so true about gums haha. When I take out gum just for a second then everybody in my class wants it and my gums gone in a day
Thank you! I have really bad anxiety in school so this really helped!
you help me so much. thank you for everything, you're amazing.
This was actually really helpful! Thank you, I'll have to use these!
You are actually amazing.
i usually bring headphones and some sort of fidget toy or a book to distract me if i have a panic attack during school, having something you can take your stress or anxiety out on is great, especially when you cant get out of class :)
She creates such a happy atmosphere :3
Thanks so much for this video! I'm gonna be going to my first year of high school after summer, and there are a few things in here I didn't think of myself. I'm gonna have to narrow it down to basic stuff, though, because for me having too much stuff gives me anxiety, (it sucks that I'm not a very organised person) but I can definitely combine the notebooks into one and just use the one binder for all my subjects. I'm hoping high school will be a fresh start since I'm in a better mental state now. I know I've got this channel to turn too for whenever times get hard again.
YES PROCRASTINATING VIDEO PLEASE.
the only time I ever get anxious is during school. I get so scared of turning things in, forgetting things, losing things, drama, ect.
I'm so excited for this school year because I'm starting online school!!!!
Yes thankyou for someone who knows.
When I'm anxious I move around a lot and shake so I'm leaning sign language so i have something to do with my hands and it's also a good thing to know incase you meet someone who is set or hard of hearing. If i don't have to take notes I'll copy what the teacher is saying in sign language or do it to whatever song I'm listening to :)
love your channel and your videos are really helpful
Amazing video! Thank you so much! I love to watch your videos and it makes me feel so much better. ❤
You are such an encouraging person
My backpack for school: (even before watching this vid)
A note book
A sketchbook
A little bag with a blade ;-;
some kind of candy to scew on (Gum isnt allowed in my school)
My bandana (in case its hot and i wanna roll up my sleeves, then i can put my bandanan over my cuts)
2 pencil cases with thousand of doodle items xD
and my nomal schoolbooks and notebooks
You're so positive! I love it!
okay i just found your channel and am watching all your videos and thank you :)
you are amazing and lovely and you are me hahaha
you know how it feels!
i can't work or go to college because i am really struggling but this is a great channel
+Emily Rose Im so happy you like the channel! I hope everything is okay but just know that you are not alone in your struggle and that recovery is possible :)
I literally keep a mini first aid kit in my bag because it makes me feel better knowing I'm prepared for everything as I'm extremely clumsy.
stationary buddies! I take like 5 note books and 2 pencil cases to school 😂
"People with periods" I felt so happy bc my grandma hasn't ever had a period and I love your inclusivity for people like this and trans people👌
whenever I'm in class (I'm in year 8) I always play with some blu-tack because it's really stress relieving and helps my anxiety
I'm not even in school right now but i still loved the video! It'll be great to keep this stuff in mind once I go back to school :)
your channel has helped me so much thank you!
Loved this video - so helpful! I have to have something to fiddle with so I use a velvet ribbon. Unfortunately many people don't understand and tease me for it but whatever because if I didn't have it I would have probably cried or had an anxiety attack so I can live with a bit of teasing tbh x
The fifth wave is amazingggg
thank u so so much !! this is very helpful, my ADD is untreated, i have no therapy or medication right now and i struggle a lot at school with organization and just keeping motivated and staying focused, as expected, and this is super helpful,,,, and haha i like having pretty things with me too !!!
This helped so much, gonna pack my backpack right now:)
I fucking love your hair 😍😍
Billie S. ME TOO!!!
I love her channel so much i just wanna howl