a mental health day (let's chat) 

As a therapist, I am so impressed by your strength and insight. It's wonderful to hear such a strong young woman being brave enough to share about, and legitimize, depression and mental health. Your voice and words change lives. Take good care of your incredible self...One day at a time hon. Sending a big hug. God bless and you and your wonderful family 💜

Makayla I worked in a spinal cord injury hospital and I’m here to tell you, minus social media, having a SCI is a lot to deal with, then throw in social media and it’s SO SO much more. You are going to have moments for many more years as you navigate this new you. I’d recommend that you join groups, maybe online, so you can connect with people your age that are going through the same thing. It helps to know you aren’t alone with your thoughts. ♥️

Young Lady the amount of people's hearts that you have touched is amazing! My Grandfather gave me some advice years ago, God gave you today....Enjoy it!

YOU just gave me my NEW favourite quote…. “I’m the only person that knows what’s going on between my ears” -Makayla Noble. I feel that sentence of yours so much right now. You’re such an inspiration. ⭐️

you're STILL a light to others, even though you might be in a darker place than usual, at the time. you cant see your brightness to others. with love, in christ.

Wow I just have so much love for you. You shine the light of Jesus!! I’m a 60 year old widow and I have battled depression my whole life. I’ve been watching your journey and wondered if you get sad and how you handled it. This video touched me so deeply and helped me so much!!! Thank you!!! God bless you Makayla!!

Knowing what you have gone through "physically", anyone would expect you to have a great need for mental health days. When I see you on here all smiley I think ....wow, would I be that happy and accepting of my new disability if I were in your shoes. You are inspiring and make it look very possible to be content in whatever situation you are in. Those of us who "don't" have physical issues and still need mental health days can totally see that you, sweet girl, need them even more. What you have been through and are going through is a real challenge, a real growth in your spiritual life, and I don't blame you one bit for needing LOTS of days to just get things to a good place in your head and forget the daily stuff like school, etc. Saying a prayer for you tonight for peace in your mind, rest at when you go to bed at night, and a positive outlook continually as your live your life day by day. Keep on smiling, beautiful! You don't know who it is out there you might be helping by sharing these struggles. Thank you for being "transparent".

Hey, I understand the depression from being injured. I have been dealing with that after my life changing event. It’s a daily struggle but keep your head up and don’t be hard on yourself. I don’t care how people look at me anymore except for my close family. God Bless

As someone who also went through a life changing injury (40 feet fall) I broke and crushed so many bones, and also have a mild spinal cord injury. I’m glad to see you thinking this way. For me, I was mostly in the high of surviving the first year or so after my injuries, and with some time the true reality of what my life now is and will be started to hit me. Now is the hardest part in some ways, learning to reconcile your situation in real, serious ways. God bless you. Thank you for sharing yourself.

This young lady has more wisdom than most people twice her age. It proves a point that maturity isn't always based on age. I am 48 years old and the most mature bravest thing I have ever seen was done by a 15 year old girl. In all my years no man or woman has ever topped it.

woke up in the middle of a snowstorm at like 6 AM, listening to this. It was a beautiful way to start my morning listening to your wise and intelligent words. Thank you so much Makayla, you touch so many of our lives in ways you could not even fathom ❤ you are really one of a kind...not because of your physical disability but because of the way each challenge you face reveals another layer of tenacity and resilience most people do not have, or perhaps they are never challenged in a way that pulls it out of them. The struggles you face are difficult and its okay to be upset and sad. But they are also helping you realize your potential because had you not faced them, you would not know how strong you are. Just some thoughts. Love you so much.

Dearest Makayla, I am so grateful you shared your struggles! I could see myself in almost all of them. And it feels so good to see others are experiencing the same! Of course I would wish you the very best at all times. But I know well that that’s not our experience. Three years ago I underwent emergency back surgery where the spinal cord was injured. From being a physically active and fit successful nurse to needing a wheelchair and assistance myself. And I am still on my way back to life! And oh boy had there been ups and downs. And I just realized I have been in surviving mode for three years - financially, physically, emotionally and mentally. And I have decided for myself it’s enough. Things have to change. Three years is more than enough! And if anyone experiences the same - you are not alone!

So many need to hear this Sweetheart. It is so good to just admit we have low times. Our youth need to know it is OK. ❤️🙏🏻

So sorry about your struggles. It is so difficult to handle emotions and hardships, especially with what you have to deal with. But watching your videos... your faith and your positive attitude to persevere are helping so many people. Please stay the course. Praying for you.

Thanks for being so open and honest. I’ve been bedbound and homebound for a year from a life changing injury and it’s so hard. And everyone has their own story, no one will ever know our own stories except us, and it can be very difficult. But like you said we’re not alone, wishing you so much light each day 💕

The dogs hat is too cute! He is so sweet.....Makayla you are a true trooper, courages, smart and beautiful!!! It's normal to feel the way you do. My uncle was wheel chair bound due to a car accident at 15, and he went through a lot of mental stress. The Lord helped him through it all with caring family, friends, and church family. Your gonna be ok, you have a supportive loving family. Stay strong and blessed. You are in my constant prays every day. 😇💞🙏🙌

I am super grateful I ran into your video. I am glad to see that I'm not the only one who is feeling and going through such vulnerability. It has been extremely tough for me to express anything or even get myself together. So hard to reach out and when I think about videos that I absolutely love doing I feel so embarrassed and that I shouldn't be making them. So seeing your video has helped me a lot tonight. Tremendously. I'm struggling and I really appreciate how you pull yourself out of this place. You are always in my thoughts for all positive, strength, and breakthroughs for a happier healthier life.

It's 100% to not be okay. I had a stroke with complications with nerve pain CPS. My left hand is live electric, burning, fire pain and works like your hand. The road I am on is so lonely and isolated. I had a big circle friends in the beginning but them not understanding my pain and the disability world they are gone. Dealing with brain injury and losing old me and trying to learn this new disability world is crazy. It's a world that I wish on no one. When you popped up on my feed I prayed for you. Thank you for making and posting this video. Dealing with our complications and having to learn differently is exhausting. Our families lives change to as caregiver too. How did you learn the questions to ask in disability world, who to call. I live in a condo two level, 3rd and 4th floor isolated can't do stairs, no elevator. My doctor said to move, how did you find your home so quickly?

Makayla I admire you for posting about your struggles. As someone who also struggles with depression, thank you. Thank you for being so brave to share. You are so strong! An amazing young lady!

congrats on starting school again. Being involved in school is a great way to treat depression as you will feel more involved and it takes your mind off yourself. Best of luck to you! thank for the video

Im being dead serious, I watched your day in the life video and that changed my perspective. It floored me, how dare me think I have it bad. I thought to myself, this little girl is so strong, this little girl is such a light, she smiles through all of this and is taking everything that is so sudden like a champ. You are a true inspiration. TRULY an inspiration. I thought about you all day the next day. At work I had an unusually good day because you smiling and making it made me feel like I could smile and make it. If that makes sense. You and your family are so strong you guys are such a powerful unit. I love you so much you're a true child of God and I just know where you're going after this life!!!

you are so incredibly strong mak, i remember i heard about your story november 2021 from moms updates. it was so inspiring to see you grow from all of this and continue to shine a light on your injury while also showing the good & the bad. i’ve dealt with mental health almost my entire life mixed with the media, though i rarely ever share anything online it just kind of mixes. you are truly such an inspiration to so many people, you are incredible strong and i hope you know that so many people are so proud of you and with you, supporting you everyday. you are so loved makayla, by me and thousands and millions of other people. thank you for sharing your journey, opening up & etc. you are truly amazing. 💗

I regularly give my teenage son mental health days. It is super important. Good for you for taking care of yourself and sharing which is super therapeutic ❤

Hi, I understand depression and anxiety. I have a medical condition. Autoimmune disease. I have good days and bad days. I celebrate the small victories. You are such an inspiration. Your strength is admirable.

I just had L4 L5 spinal fusion done last week. I've had lots of spinal surgeries and problems and I so get your mental health day! When you talked about brushing your teeth, I was like, "YES, I GET THIS SO MUCH!" Just want to say thank you Mak for keeping the loneliness at bay for me! I will be praying for you! God Bless!

You are so inspirational! I love how you word things. It always sounds so good.

Thank you for speaking up! I grew up thinking taking antidepressants was taboo so I struggled with major depression for well over a decade. Finally, I decided to try them although I was ashamed. A few weeks later it felt like the world had gone from black and white to color. Life changing. I have been stable ever since. I wish I had known earlier that the stigma is absolute BS. We need to recognize that mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of and neither are the medicines that help people live a fuller life (not saying they work for everybody, but they are worth a try).

The dogs hat is so cute. Taking time for yourself is so important. I'm glad you are bringing awareness to the topic. So nice of the lady's in Starbucks to give back

Thanks for sharing this!! I have gone through hard times with my family and feeling sad and stressed out. God has helped me through this and healed these relationships. That is the latest stress for me. You are such a lovely woman and have such a wonderful ministry🤗 Take care🦋💗🙏🏻

So relatable! Sometimes it truly feels like no one understands what is going on inside your brain. We are all in this together🥰

Thank you lovely Makayla for putting yourself out there and being vulnerable. Sending you a massive hug all the way from the UK. I have been following you for a while and your spirit is what captivated me❤ I have experienced that awful feeling of depression and also on meds for it and of course they help but they don’t solve everything. Keep taking care of your wonderful self, you are doing amazing things❤

I’ve been struggling with my mental health for months. Your smile and your attitude has inspired me to keep fighting on some days. Keep doing what you’re doing, you’re inspiring so many people. Wishing you the best! We got this, we are fighters!

I’ve been following your journey since your accident, you are an inspiration of fight and determination. You may not feel like it, you may have days/weeks where you feel like no progress is being made. But your workout videos show the incredible amount of progress you’ve made since day 1. We all carry a cross, we all have our own journey. Use this venue to get encouragement from all the people who love and care for you. ❤

You are so very beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing about this. It made me think of how "God isn't done with you yet". In fact not at all. You are such a beautiful young woman and you're sobriety is helping the world, heal. You have such an important role Makayla!!! I was so surprised and impressed with the level of insight and clarity and articulateness of your perspective on mental health. It made me realize that there's a beautiful person not just on the outside but you're just as beautiful on the inside and I wonder if this is often the case, that our outward appearance reflects our inner beauty. In all of my 41 years I've never heard anyone give such a spot on talk about the topic, of life. You are really incredible. I wish I was younger because I think I have a crush!!! Whoever gets to be your significant other is going to be so blessed. Keep sharing your light with the world. I'm here if you ever want a friend to talk to. I've been through a lot myself and we continue to go through things, but I've always believed that struggle is what makes us beautiful, and we don't have to hide from it, we can embrace it because it's what makes us who we are and you are right we are all human. This was so very beautiful and even though you were having a bad day you always look so beautiful. Glad you're feeling better though. Thank you for sharing this. Would love a hug but it'll have to be virtual. Keep being your beautiful self, the happy and the sad, it's all beautiful and your vulnerability and optimistic outlook it's all very spot on and beautiful. have a great night. ❤

Hello sweetheart. You're alright when you say "you feel alone even if you are surrounded by family" I know this feeling too. We are alone in our brain, that is why we much live our life like we want. We must to think about us before the others because we are more important for ourselves. We much paid attention about our feelings, and it's not a shame to be struggle, sad, ... I'm in depression too, and a PTSD...and diabetes...so I know the loneliness. So yes it's ok to be struggle. Take care of you 💞 much love from France ❤️

Beautiful inside and out. Sending you love and continued prayers. I applaud you for seeing the signs that you needed to get back on your medication, and for being open and honest about the topic. My mental health is in the toilet a lot of the time so I can relate on that level and I was always afraid of being vulnerable. You truly are inspiring❤ praying for you always

I’ve been going through a rough time. Lots of frustration with my body. Lots of pain. Can’t do what I need to do because of the pain in my joints. Your video your wisdom your honesty and vulnerability gave me comfort just when I needed it most. Thank you.

Mind Over Matter is so true Sometimes I take it an hour at a time! But personally, I do love a schedule. It allows me to mentally prepare for whatever activity or arrangement it is. I went through depression after becoming paralyzed from TM. Seeing a psychologist and talking through my thoughts & emotions has helped tremendously. Also, helping others! It takes my mind off of my own problems.

You are absolutely loved and admired! 💫🌺

You are my daily inspiration to not give up on myself❤ Gods not done …. Is my encouragement.

Love following your journey Mac! I love that you talked about your mental too, it’s good to be vulnerable! Stay strong and keep sharing your message, you positively impact so many around you!

The struggle is real. Stay strong. Never give up. Never give in.

thanks for being so open and raw Makayla. I saw the sadness in you and it broke my heart - even though we don't know eachother! You inspire me. Sending you my love and prayers xx

Makayla you are so so beautiful, you are the strongest person I know🤞🏼 I definitely agree when you said you take day by day! Your videos lighten up my day🫶🏼

Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable. Such a good reminder for everyone to take the time to care for our mental health and do things that bring us joy! May God continue to bless you richly for being a light for him in this broken world.

Yes. Nothing wrong with living day by day. That’s exactly what we really should be doing! You are very wise. Praying for you!! I hate that you feel sad and lonely sometimes!! God Loves you and he is NOT done ❤️

Thx you Mak for doing this video. I’ve had depression/anxiety in the past but have been really struggling these last few weeks. So grateful for all your words. They were exactly what I needed to hear. I am grateful to God for putting you in my life! You are such a blessing! ❤️❤️

Such a sweetheart! Very insightful for one so young. I am in my mid 40s I’m dealing with a lifelong battle with severe chronic depression as well as multiple other mental health diagnoses, and listening to you have such purpose and such courage at a young age was an inspiration to me! Thank you. I have to believe that God is actively working in your life for you to be this way. I to believe that God is the only answer!

This is a fantastic video that the world needs. Thank you for pushing through your reluctance to do it. That is brave and selfless. The angels are applauding you. And your angels gifted you with extra attentive people on a day you really needed it. God bless you.

Thank you for your candor. Authenticity helps all of us and we all struggle. You are wise beyond your years. ❤

Thank you for sharing! Much love Mak! Sending you a gigantic hug. ❤️

Thank you for sharing your journey. I admire your honesty and vulnerability. Last year September I was shot in an attempted hijacking and my tibia was shattered. I am also a psychologist so often my role is to be strong and help others. I had to sit and be honest with myself, saw my own psychologist and got onto some medication. I am still doing a lot of physical rehab to walk. I often think of your story. It helps to keep me going and have the courage to share my vulnerability with my family and friends. Sending you love all the way from South Africa. Candi

Makayla thank you so much for sharing this very very real and serious thing with me...with the world. It isn't easy at all. Lets not sugar coat it. It sucks. Sucks. I struggle with mental health too. I don't take care of myself at all when I am depressed. It literally doesn't matter what it is, if it requires energy it's often hard to do things. All I have the energy to do is sleep. Wake up and fall asleep. Support is everything. Everything! Lord I pray for Makayla as she battles this horrible illness. Father I just ask that your drape your arms around her and give her the encouraging words and love that she needs. Thank you Father. I love you.

What a nice, nice girl! What dosent kill you makes you stronger! I'm confident that she will find the purpose of all of this. My life was turned around by Stage 4 Cancer. I KNOW what it's like to adjust. Things are looking up for us!

You are so insightful for your age you are a true gift and guiding spirit! You would make a great mental health worker, ad it takes going through it to be able to help others. You are truly an inspiration!!

Thank you so much for doing this. When I was at my lowest I would’ve loved to have had someone like you who’s not afraid to talk about mental health and struggles because I really thought it was just me. Mental health days and taking time for yourself and your feelings are so important and I’m so glad you can share this with us you are helping so much. I genuinely feel less alone after watching this

Thank you so much for being so raw, this helps many of us watching because personally I go through it too but I know God never leaves us or forsake us ❤.

This video means the world to me that you shared. As someone similar who doesn’t show the raw, vulnerable side and just the put together, happy, joyful side it feels good to know I am not alone but also that it’s okay to show the full version of the good, the bad and the ugly🤍 love you lots mak!!

You are truly inspiring. You're one of the people I think about when I am feeling down. I aspire to be as strong as you. Please keeping being you, you are doing a wonderful thing. God bless!

So brave to share these struggles. It makes me feel better to hear this, and so many other people too. God is working with you and it is so clear to see what He's doing with you!

Mak, I’m sure this wasn’t easy. But you did an amazing job. This is such an important topic that needs and deserves to be talked about more. You are so incredible. I would love to just chat with you at a coffee shop, I feel like we have a very similar outlook. Although you are a few years younger than me, you are incredibly wise and well spoken. Sending you all the love❤❤❤

Your sister seems like such a kind soul 💕

One day at a time sweetheart you have came A LONG WAY. Never allow negative thoughts to live rent free in your mind ✨️ you are an amazing soul. God is good 💜,keep the mind busy 🙏

Mak you’re amazing i love you more than you’ll ever know🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼 The greatest blessing on this earth

Thank you! My mother had a fall January 17th and injured her c3 - c7, leaving her an incomplete quadriplegic. She is still currently working hard at her inpatient rehab center and we are hoping her next step is with a neuro rehab facility like Memorial Herman. You’re an inspiration to me and I can’t wait to share your journey with my mom and family. Day by day is the way!

You are wise beyond your years. I’m so glad to “know” you through social media.

You are amazing, thanks for being the light in the world. Gods not done 💗

I am so glad you did this video too Makayla. I can so relate with everything you said. I may be wrong but when I watched your last video, Galentines, I felt as if you were a little sad. You’re so upbeat in all your videos and appear to be a happy person, but I often wondered, does she ever get sad, mad, depressed. I feel it was so important for you to show the other side. You will help a lot of people. Thank you for sharing. Love ❤️ you 🙏

Mak you are strong I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and your story is so inspirational you didn’t let your accident stop you from living your life to the fullest!! You are so amazing 😁

I love you so much Makayla! You are such a wise and kind friend to have through watching your videos. I wish I could give you a hug through the screen❤❤

Thank you you aren’t the only one and the most annoying people just don’t understand..after walking out on my job three months ago it’s up n down in my mind one step at a time and try not to take things to heart and be happy for others

Mak, you are absolutely incredible…please know how loved you are and what a wise person you are ❤.

So appreciate your honesty about Mental Health. Your wisdom is God given and I just pray blessings over you and your family! ❤🙏🏽

This video really spoke to me because sometimes I struggle with mental health. Sometimes I just don't feel okay. I've been going through kind of a rough time these past couple weeks. A very dear friend of mine from the church I attend passed away a couple weeks ago and it hit me hard. But I'm working through it. You just gotta be strong! I will definitely be praying for you and your entire family

I am so sorry your accident happened to you but I am really happy it brought you into my life. What an inspiration!

Hi makayla I’m from the uk and I’ve been struggling for years with anxiety and depression I’m now 38 and still struggle I have a loving boyfriend who supports me all the time I have been following you since what happened to you you are a strong and willing person to get through this you have come so far in your journey I’m proud of you I’m also a mum aswell shame il never get to meet you and give you a hug stay strong you will get there you are gonna have ups and downs but you are still here that’s a positive take care x

You are an amazing example to all of us. Thank you for your strength ❤

Thank you for this video Mak, you made me feel seen and understood. You described the struggle with mental health perfectly. Like you said no one really and fully understands what goes on in other people's lives. I struggle with my mind so much and I feel the people around me just don't get it. Thank you for sharing this with us and remind us we are not alone in this. Sending much love to you ❤️

God is not done with you!! You are moving and your sister is amazing! The world needs more of your type running around!!

You are the most inspirational woman! Love to check in on you to see how you’re always improving. Such a strong positive person, who is doing so much good for a lot of people xxxxxx❤

Thank you for sharing this hon. It’s really important. It helps (I hope) I’m sure it does, to make our world a more understanding and compassionate place.

Thank you so much for this video, it was exactly what I needed to hear today. I usually keep everything that I'm struggling with just for myself, when I try to share with someone I just keep crying, not knowing how to explain what I'm feeling and why I'm feeling this way. Sometimes I can't even explain to myself, I just feel so lonely and sad.

Thank you so much for your vulnerability!! I know personally how hard that can be. I know you're not looking for pity or people to tell you how amazing you are (even though we both know that's true!) But it's so important for people to see this side of all of us. I have been in intensive treatment for cPTSD for the past year and asking for help is something we all need to do at some point in our lives. And that is ok!!! So much love to you beautiful xoxo

Stay strong Makayla you are going to make it far in life and you are a very strong person remember that this is your year and you help a lot of people to keep going in life hope you have a wonderful week and year Makayla noble

Thank you for sharing Mak! So proud of you & your heart! ❤

I learned that independence is not as special or important as love/support after losing my Mom. I would have not survived without my family and friends to hold me up. I will need that support until I die because I will forever struggle with the loss of my Mom.

mak, this is incredible

Great video Mak! I really enjoy all your videos. I thank you for inviting us along on your journey. You’ve given us more than you probably even realize. Best to you and Myriah.

It is so important to put your mental health first and thank you for this video!

Thank you for being so honest, you’re definitely helping so many people. I hope I get to meet you someday so I can hug you!!! Sending so much love💗

Thanks for this. Came at great timing for me. I'm starting a new job tomorrow and rather anxious about it. So your post gave me a lot of encouragement. And good life advice.

You have wisdom beyond your years. I’m learning from you and being inspired as a 41 year old man fromCanada. Bless you and keep living it up in this life!

You are such an inspiration. Never give up. You got this!

Thank you for making this video Mak. I’m so proud of you for post this. Everyday time I get mad at my myself for getting upset I just remember how you always say to let yourself feel what you need to feel. That advice has helped me tremendously. Thank you for being you. Always praying for you Mak 🤍🤍🤍

Thank you for sharing and for your vulnerability! You are one in a million and don't forget it!

You are so amazing and so wise! You would be a great social worker or some type of counselor someday! Keep being you! ❤

You inspire me so much praying for you I love you thank you so much God bless you and god loves you

You are wise beyond your years. For such a young, beautiful woman, your message rang loud and clear. I know the people watching it felt the same way as me. Shut down the pitty party, Carol, and get out there and live joyfully. I would love to see you date someone so you can experience even more fun in your young life. God bless you and your family.

Thank you so much for making this video. 💜 I also struggle to do simple things sometimes because they feel mentally overwhelming - washing my face, responding to a text. I really admire your candor and ability to be so human through the good times and the bad. Wherever life takes you, you’re going to have such a meaningful impact on people. You already do. Wishing you lots of sunny days ahead. 💕

You're adorable. Don't worry you're young it's never over, never too late, everyone finds there way, everyone has their own wild story, if you have a negative observe it and find a way turn it into a positive ✌️