Asking Strangers to Fix My Anxiety

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So, it turns out I have Anxiety. It's something very new to me and I'm still trying to figure out how to manage the rush of overwhelming feelings. While I have been in and out of the hospital Ste planned a surprise "Self Care Scrabble" activity where he asked strangers to invent ways to help me cope with anxiety. Clearly, this is not a long-term solution to my anxiety, but it's definitely something I'm super grateful to have experienced. If any of you watching also deal with anxiety I hope this video can make you feel less alone and more hopeful.
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@Unmasking_Viandalisme 2 года назад

Spade.. Jar.. Puppy. Puppy was always going to be the best therapy! I used to suffer from anxiety & found the cures to be: 1. Ageing ~30yr (if I wake up, it's already a great day). 2. A simple (unprocessed) diet. 3. Cats! I've always loved cats! Always striving for goals is almost bound to lead to anxiety, as the goal is always the next step/level, so never attained. Dare to pause, sometimes, & be happy with where you are for a while. So endeth the advice from someone twice your ages.

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Haha I still can’t believe how lucky we were to get PUP 😆🙌 Thank you for sharing what helped you, I’ve actually found starting my day with a quick 5 minute gratitude audio to be a big help for me, so your first point makes a lot of sense. As for the unprocessed diet… that’s still something I’m struggling verrrry hard to get serious with. Just the thought of giving up sugar makes me so sad but I know it’s just the sugar addict in my reacting 😆 But gosh “Dare to pause” is going to be my next mantra haha What you wrote about always striving for goals really hit home for me. I’m realising the state I naturally want to be in is more in the present, living at a slower pace and appreciating the day-to-day, but I’m constantly battling against that when I’m striving for ever-evolving goals and mentally thinking of the future so much. Anyways, thank you for your thoughtful comment and for prompting me to reflect a bit more 💛

@Unmasking_Viandalisme 2 года назад

@@SteAndRach Before I was 4yo we got cat #1&, to me, she proved that God existed. So! The part that I missed out is that cats remind me that I've accepted God's offer of eternal life. I'm not religious & like a good dollop of science but science is the What & How, whereas the Holy Bible is the What & Why. I see 2, complementary fields of explanation, rather than one superseding the other. Evolution insists that I'm a random, short-living scintillation, within an unimaginably vast Universe. God insists that I'm potentially an eternal being, even if I don't recognize such. Aggressive atheists state that the latter belief is simply a comforter for those who cannot face the stark reality of the former but I strongly disagree! What I like about the HB is that everyone who ever lived gets a fair trial (opportunity of eternal life). By default, God is inclusive (as expected) & only His knowing enemies get shown the door. What I'm trying to say is that God's got you & that you don't have to be anxious about achieving certain goals before your clock runs down. Once you accept that your eternal future is guaranteed, you'll become free to adopt a more relaxed & playful attitude to this short, high maintenance phase of existence. Dare to live forever! [ You very likely will, whether or not you dare.😂🙏👍 ]

@nennepanrikefairytaleart4773 2 года назад

This video worked on me like a sun in my heart .... It is so refreshing when people simply tell it as it is, with no preamble. I am sending you all my love ... You are the best!! I recognize this so much .... I have called the ambulance around five times for the passed two months, thinking that I was about to die, but it was panic attacks. My heart was poundig around 160 beats per minute and I just couldn't grasp that it simply was anxiety, but it was. Thank you! This video was exactly what I needed right now ... So full of love and warmth... You made me laugh and cry and those both things are so healing! I also need to learn about my own boundaries ... It is so important and cucual to learn about self respect. We are doing the best we can! Take care, dears!!

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

This is such a beautiful comment, thank you so much, Nenne, it warmed my heart just reading it 🥺❤️ I’m sorry to read you’ve been having frequent panic attacks recently, especially so intense you’ve felt the need to call the ambulance 5 times! I can only imagine how scary those moments were for you. I’ve been given a lot of advice to “accept and allow” my anxious feelings, not to fight the bodily sensations and to trust my body to do it’s job… which has been really helpful in smaller episodes but when the rational brain shuts off in bigger episodes it’s so hard to remember 🙈 but you’re so right, we’re doing the best we can and I’m understanding better every day that a lot of patience is required haha I really hope you’re able to find your peace with whatever is triggering your anxiety. I am sending you a giant virtual hug 💛

@freddiebochner6831 2 года назад

Probably the best advice to deal with anxiety (as far as I (a person that has suffered from anxiety a lot) know) is just to STOP trying to get rid of it. It has happened, then acknowledge it and treat it as a good friend 💖

@analeeventures6320 2 года назад

you are so brave. always proud of you

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you, Analee! 💛

@elisabethm.6447 2 года назад

Rach this was so brave of you, sharing your struggle with us and giving some advice for what you think might be the solution to your anxiety.. I think knowing our limits is a constant life struggle for everyone, since in each phase of life new things come in and new limits have to be set.. Of course we always have to step out of our comfort zones to evolve, but to the point where we don't push our bodies to feel overly uncomfortable.. To feel overwhelmed is a perplexed feeling, but with self care and people like Ste around you, going over the top to help, things get easier in time!! Sending so much love to both of you and hugs to you Rach, you are not alone 💛💛

@carlafiorelli5707 2 года назад

Nothing can be so bad when you have a loving and caring partner who tries so hard to make you happy! The dog was so cute! Love you both lots! ❤️❤️

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Very true, love you too 💛😘

@raquelnogueiradasilva6576 2 года назад

I was already super happy for meeting you and helping Ste making this amazing surprise to Rach, but seing the whole story behind it I´m even more glad I got to take a part in it! Cuca and I are always ready for more pup therapy, she loved it!! It was a huge pleasure meeting you guys and let's get together soon :))

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Yaay we’re so happy to read this, it was super nice to meet you too! This wouldn’t have been as special if it weren’t for you and Cuca, that’s for sure!! So, thank you again! 💛

@joao13soares 2 года назад

Sometimes we really take ourselves outside of our own limits and it can become really discomfortable, but being able to experience those situations and being able to take the time to consciously reflect on those body and mind signs and identify patterns is something to be grateful for and an important step towards self-awareness. Thank you for sharing your own experience in such a raw way. You two are so inspiring! ❤️

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this thoughtful comment, João! You’re so right, I’m learning every day that having my anxiety now has been more of a blessing than anything. Its forced me to pause, reflect, and be brutally honest with myself in a way I hadn’t prioritised doing for too long. As always, really appreciate your positive outlook and support ❤️

@JedEdits 2 года назад

Super creative video! Props to Ste for coming up with the idea! To Rach: I hope your anxiety gets better! A quote that I like whenever I feel stressed goes like this: “Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency. Nothing is that important.” It’s a good reminder that 99% of the time, things aren’t as important as we make them out to be in our heads. So keep your head up, and keep working hard!! Love you guys!

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you, Jed! I love that reminder. I recently started using an app to help me with coping and it said something similar: the alarm that goes off in your mind to trigger your anxiety is the same as the fire alarm in your kitchen. It goes off in the same way if your house is burning down or if you simply burnt a few cookies in the oven. The alarm isn’t the issue, it’s the way to interpret the situation 😅

@JedEdits 2 года назад

@@SteAndRach wow, love that

@SparkCroft21 2 года назад

I feel you. At least you can cry, which is nice to release these feelings. Hope you’ll keep fighting for the better. Love y’all. Thanks for keeping up the great attitude and wonder video editing and themes

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you so much, Andre! Crying is definitely a release I’ve stopped trying to fight as much, there’s no shame in it, it takes more energy trying to stop it rather just letting it go 😅

@acloudyspace 2 года назад

Yeah...when i began to take myself seriously and show up in ways that would show me self-compassion, my panic attacks went away. i don't think anxiety will ever go away for me but there are definitely ways to manage it and it becomes easier when you get to know yourself more each day. Great video ❤✨

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Ahh thanks for sharing Elsa! Happy to know you have found a way to manage the anxiety 💛

@adventurepantsmcgee 2 года назад

I absolutely ADORE the way you care for each other, value self-care, AND crowd source ideas for it all. Absolutely brilliant and inspiring!

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Aww thank you so much, glad you liked this video 😍🙏💛

@theabicollective 2 года назад

I loved this video so much! It never fails to impress the lengths that Ste goes to do to keep Rach happy and healthy.

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

We’re so happy you loved it, Abi! Ste really is the biggest blessing 🥺❤️

@BucketListTravellers 2 года назад

Awww, Ste you are such a sweetie! Your creativity never ceases to amaze and inspire us. Rach, our hearts go out to you and we hope things turn a corner for you soon. 🤗🤗🤗

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Aww thanks so much guys, really appreciate it! 💛😘

@arthemissiqueira1866 2 года назад

Thank you for being honest and sharing your vulnerability with us. I could relate so much to you - great reminder that becoming overwhelmed or not is within our ability to respect our own boundaries that are so ever changing. Ste, well done on the beach + jar + dog combo, perfect self care day for sure :)

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you, Arty 💛 You’re so right that they’re ever changing, that’s what makes it so tricky 😅

@YasinNabi 2 года назад

one of the wonderful videos I watched today... thanks for the share!

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you Yasin!! 💛

@daniellemayber6509 2 года назад

Rach, sending hugs from across the world!! I hope things start to feel a little more manageable soon. Btw, the part with the pup at the end was adorable! :)

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you, Danielle 💛 It’s still really new to me, so it’s been a bit of a struggle adjusting and accepting it but I’m getting there day by day :) and yes, Cuca is adorable 🥰

@CarloPavan 2 года назад

Aww this was so beautiful :) Rach, I can totally relate to all you say about anxiety and feeling overwhelmed, I went through it for so long growing up, and the key is really to find ways to focus on the present moment and reward yourself with what makes you feel centered and happy :) Ste, what an amazing day you organised for her! A simple but thoughtful and powerful idea.. I think this is one of my fav videos of yours so far! :D

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you Carlo, so happy to know that this was one of your fav videos so far 😘 Thank you for sharing what has helped for you- that means a lot 💛 Sending you much love 😘

@Pjexperience 2 года назад

Rach, thank you for sharing it. That’s very personal! Btw I’m also overwhelmed and wouldn’t mind a nice care activity…

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

😁💛

@moisesrodrigues471 2 года назад

I just found your channel right now and wow I am so glad I did. Loved it so much, guys.

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Aww that makes us so happy to hear 😘💛 We’re glad to have found you too, welcome to the Soul Rideee 🙌

@shivanisubudhi7598 2 года назад

Another beautiful video! Hope the solutions you found give you peace Rach 💖

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you Shivani, I appreciate you 💛

@Melessenz 2 года назад

that was tooo cute! omg! all the best to you Rach ❤️ animals are just such good therapists. My cats are doing everyday such a good job, making me happy with there cuteness! 💞😍

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you Mel, really appreciate it! 😘 And yess, animals are soo therapeutic 💛

@juanmiguel6106 2 года назад

Stay strong Rach!!!! ❤

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you Juan 💛

@ArtraLife 2 года назад

Self care scrabble should be a new trend! I love the idea and your video. I wish that Rach can take time for self care as well - especially during times like COVID and what's going on around the world now. In fact Ive recently learnt a few very very simple breathing exercises which can help with anxiety :) hopefully these can help Rach when she feels overwhelmed. Good luck and keep the great content running !

@ArtraLife 2 года назад

5 Breathing Exercises to Relax Instantly: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-z-mmfzcjX7w.html There are also pressure points which can help with anxiety and nervousness :) I wish you both well and healthy!

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Ahh love that, we 100% recommend anyone to try self care scrabble! It was a really fun experience! And thank you for the wishes. Im still trying to learn how to navigate it since it's such a new feeling but I've just taken some time to unplug this weekend. and It was much needed! 😍 Hope you have an amazing week!

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Aww thank you so much for sharing these!! 😍🙏

@stayhappylittlemermaid 2 года назад

👍👍👍👍😇😇

@yourdailyjelina 2 года назад

What a touching video .Sending you lots of hugs 🫂 and love 💛💛💛

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Aww thank you so much Jenny, sending lots of love right back at you 💛😘

@FunandBudget 2 года назад

That bike ride to the location tho - rofl

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

bumpy soul ride 😂

@mihaelaclaudiap..2 2 года назад

My gosh guys what a brilliant idea, I would have never thought of that! You are so full of resources when it comes to creating extremely entertaining videos, well done! wow Rach, I had a client today telling me the same thing while crying, I was so moved! I tried my best to comfort him and he was so grateful at the end he thanks me like 10 times! I work in the civil service at the moment and I deal with lots of vulnerable people but hey, lucky them as I will qualify as a counsellor next January so I know what to say and how to say and it always helps! When we will meet we will have a girlie chat ;) That being said, 99% of us go through anxiety sooner or later so you are not alone in this. I have anxiety episodes every second day even though I am fine with my life. I guess anxiety just happens, we only need to learn how to deal with it when it comes. Much love you awesome guys! xx

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you so much, Mihaela! 💛 How exciting for you becoming a qualified counsellor so soon, congrats in advance!! I’d definitely love a girlie chat about this, I can already tell it would be amazing 😄 I do find a lot of comfort in knowing that even if my anxiety goes and then comes back later in life it won’t be the end of the world, if anything it’s teaching me so much more about myself and helping me build a deeper trust in my ability to keep learning and doing my best day by day ☺️ Anyways, thank you again for your kind comment, sending you lots of love 💛

@mihaelaclaudiap..2 2 года назад

@@SteAndRach my pleasure my lovely, you are awesome!! xx

@JeremyMeister 2 года назад

Great touching video! Life can be overhelming right. take good care of you... Jeremy

@SteAndRach 2 года назад

Thank you, Jeremy! Oh yes, it definitely can be 😆

@freddiebochner6831 2 года назад

Feeling overwhelmed is not the cause of anxiety. The cause of anxiety is probably trying to make everything perfect and overreacting to your bodys signals, for example take increased heartbeat as a sign of heart disease which it most likely is not😉 Try to challenge your anxious thoughts with something like what if it not is true? Or write down every thought that cause anxiety on a piece of paper and then tear apart it🤟