Taraji P. Henson on Living with Depression and Anxiety | Body Stories | SELF 

Yea you're right about that No one seems to understand until they go through it They be like just calm down I be like.. How? I can't breathe Feels like I'm about to die

Anxiety is like inner turbulance of fear.

Its the worst thing ever and I'm a heroin addict😥😥😥😥🤐😣

@@cherrybelle7956 Hope you get help, go to rehab while you're still alive, and mean it!

Patricia Shantel see! You’re absolutely correct!

Nichelle Nicole genius. I love it

Wow thank you.

Love that

Lol. I love that👏

My grandad (RIP) used to say that only 0.1% of people on Earth are intelligent and only 0.01% are worth your attention :D

Awesome! I agree

Me too

Toya I do it as well 😭

Yes within yourself! Say that.

I talk to myself too, it really helps

Tah Gula right cuz them white folks cutt off our dreads but they are all that there is to talk to

I need someone culturally competent too but that's why I stopped therapy.

This is such a real problem. I haven't been able to find a relatable therapist. At my job the only 2 therapist are white and can't relate to most clients.

Thank. You being transparent.. Youre the TRUTH !!❤

DDomino Geronimo there are men and women therapists on therapyforblackgirls.com. I don’t know if there’s a similar site for men, but I have seen black male therapists on the site (depending on the zip code). Best of luck on your journey!

Yes sister

Yes its the 1st time i have heard someone explain this so well, its like she new me she is me

Wow, she really described me. Wow.

Too many of us feel this way, but as long as we are taking the healthy steps to be fine

Facts

joseph robinson that’s how I feel!!! I felt nobody understands me

I totally understand what u mean...started experiencing this 7years ago...i pray it gets better for you

I completely understand you. I feel the same right now, I am seeking help because the people I thought who really cared, all decided to push me away like I have some virus. I am suffering but it is time to put ME first and heal!!!

Stay strong, you got this..... 🤗.....

we are all worthy!!!

Please does anyone know where I can get them? I put so much on my plate and it really affects my stress and anxiety levels, I would love to try shrooms

@Micheal Harris Is he on instagram?

Shrooms was the best trip I had. It was an amazing experience.

Dr.spores is the best, he's been my supplier for anything psychedelics.

Say That!

Sherry Sapp it sure is👏🏾👏🏾

THAT RIGHT THERE!

Yuuuuup it is that's why I tell people its important to seek help for ourselves like therapy and meditation but also pray that our ancestors and the men and women in our bloodlines that came before us recieve Divine healing and forgiveness because our pain and trauma runs deep

@@lovebug6388 yes👏🏽💯the title to one of my fav books💯

She Is M.O.M 💫💕

Thank you, Sis💞

She Is M.O.M thank you 🙏🏽 and sending love 💕 and light to you as well ☀️

Thankyou and Same to you!💐

Namaste 🕉 Sending Love & Light to All My beautiful black women ❤

One of the hardest things to do and believe

❤️

Amen

Absolutely. HueMan!!

Facts!! I refuse to be silent about it anymore ☀️

Yes definitely smh

Yes so true!

Myisha Holley 💯

@stryfetc1 true story❤

@stryfetc1 FACTS detected.... Or ppl could PARENT their offspring rather than procreate selfishly/negligently, only to build MORE sociopaths in society..... Or ppl could stop enabling phukkkery and own their own shyt so they can allow themselves to trust the God in SELF (aka GTFU), in order to get through to the other side of FULL personal wellness. There ARE productive options for a humane society.... But THIS ain't that society. In THIS society, the compliant colonized norm is to shut down the TruthTellers who have human interest at heart, and instead to protect the actual predatory liars AT ALL COSTS. #cognitivedissonance 🐑😴.🍊🤡🗽 -- 😓

Yes!

@@MyNontraditionalLife As I don't know what you've tried, I'll begin with talk to your doctor. If that isn't an option, try your public library. They have tons of resource information.

@@MyNontraditionalLife The wrong people can make you worse than your anxiety. They never have anything positive to say. Maybe we just have to sit down and talk to ourselves and take our own advice.

Could not have said it better....

I say this about our children everyday! They aren't bad they are abandoned.

Hugz.....

Hugz...

Hugs you too

Aww ur sweet

Receive love ❤

I'm happy that she's talking and sharing.

Don’t give up, stay strong. Forever in my prayers ❤️

Rayndonayme love your name.

She's racist

@@joelmittelstaedt2657 now she’s not smh stfu

@@cry1nt As soon as a black person caters to the black community even without trashing other races it’s racist yet everyone excludes us and we’re supposed to do for self. 🤔

@@joelmittelstaedt2657 She is not RACIST, it is a fact in what she is saying!!

Same I just graduated I can't wait to get into the feild

@@ahseratbaldwin2527 congrats!!! All the best to you :)

@@CASSICF thank you

My sister-in-law owns her own practice and it's all black therapist's in Delaware, if anyone is near or lives I Delaware

Cute profile pic :)

Sisters it's ok. We don't have to be strong every day.

Too PrettiShow Amen 🙏🏾

@@Latifa-ik9uk Amen🙏

Yes we all will 🙏🏽

Too PrettiShow People make too many excuses if you’re not doing good in life it’s your fault stop blaming other people that’s what my school teacher taught me she was African-American he grew up in the 40s when it was a really tough time to be living in this country as a minority too many people today are just lazy and don’t want to take responsibility

Yes, day by day in Jesus Name...Amen

❤️❤️

Love and hugs sis

Trust in the Lord and BE BLESSED.

Me too.

And it's okay to be tired sis. Sending love your way

S T me as well. I’m doing self care and each moment I choose to be self-loving, I feel “bad” or “strange”. But in see a therapist, the crooked paths are becoming straight.

This is exactly how I feel

Same

I definitely understand you. I'm 28 dealing since 12 worse when my mom was killed when I was 24. This is best video that explains so much of it.

That’s how I’m feeling otm & I wish it could go away 😖

I often cry before I've gotten out of bed for the day

My first panic attack, I thought I was having a stroke. Woke in the middle of it, never had one before. Been battling anxiety ever since. As well as some other issues. I definitely talk to myself. Talk myself down. Reason with myself. To control the escalation of the anxiety and crazy thoughts.

I swear to God that's what been happening to me it's crazy.

Me too

@@kmdalton2002 how do you deal with your anxiety now?

Me too

Me too

Same here, hit me hard.

Self care is the best care. Give yourself permission to relax and take breaks in life. 👍🏼💯

Hopefully your talking to him about what your feeling because it's not always the devil.

Denise Bell i know is not always the devil but sometime the enemy can use that to that’s why is important for you to stay pray up and try not to give depression power over you . And you talking to someone who deal with depression and if it was not for GOD I will not be here

@ Guerline Javier Amen!...God is truly able to do EVERYTHING except fail...stay close to God and speak to him, stay in faith and speak to the devil also and say to him...You a Lier!, the God I serve say, NOT SO!

Denise Bell I agree to disagree because everything that is negative is always the enemy trying to defeat our peace of mind, trying to make us feel less than so that IS the devil...that’s why the elders always said, “speak the truth and shame the devil” because the truth is God’s word and the devil IS a Lier!

Sassy Diva yes love like I tell people Is a lot of thing we deal with sometime is because we don’t know how to deal with or give it to GOD when I use to be depressed I use think is oaky to be like that and one day I read the word of GOD he said peace I leave with you so now when ever I try to get in that stage I just start praying and give GOD the thanks for life and let the devil know the GOD I serve all thing is possible with him

Don’t even bother with by Dominican dad

Look at what happened to Freddie Prinze (the Comedian) back in the 70s. He was depressed most of his life, and even when he achieved fame status, he still wasn't happy.

Latino isn't a race

Don't compare Black with Latino honey yal will never know how it feels to be Black we aren't simular what so ever.

@@Kaisaran I’m literally a black latina. The two realities can coexist? Dont be ignorant. The difference between Afro Latinos/Afro indigenous ppl and black Americans is LITERALLY a boat stop. Or are you gonna tell me that Haitians for example will never know what is it like to be black?🤣

Sorrowful Smile ❤️🙏🏾

Definitely!! I talk to myself often. Call me crazy 🤷🏾‍♀️

R riri go talk with someone honey, don’t keep it to yourself. God bless

🤗 For you boo, I totally understand, I always have them days too it's tiring 🤦

GOD bought you here

Rebuke it in JESUS name GOD give you power over it love and I will be praying for your peace

@@shandranewell2837 yes! I love you!

I'm the same way!

Me too, my comfort zone is being in my dark house in my bedroom.

This is me

CIA Gadget that's me and it's so sad😭😥😭

It's in us all ladies

I was about to loose it at my job! I had to get tissue, and gather myself 😥

Mike Ken that wasn’t the point of this comment real or fake that hair looks very good on her

@Mike Ken like you

joseph robinson not sure if this helps, But I watch this RU-vidr Sara K she has a lot of make up videos cause she’s an aspiring make up artist but she’s also lost both of her parents and has videos where she speaks openly about it and how she deals and how she gets by on the day to day basis. She has great talking videos as well. She’s pure light for me on days that seem dark. I don’t know, I just hope you find comfort. And don’t feel reluctant to talk about the the things you’re feeling or going through with ppl close to you. It’s a heavy load you’re carrying, so I think someone you’re comfortable speaking with can help lighten it a little bit. Stay up 🙏

joseph robinson my prayers are with you for comfort and peace!

Do you talk to anyone? Depression and anxiety tends to make people suffer in silence. The one thing I tried was to not be silent anymore.

So sorry for your loss. Pray that you heal and I wish you happiness.

Hi Joseph, I hope you find peace within yourself. Your parents are vessels for your light. So you didn’t lose them, rather, you gained them in the Spiritual realm to bring light onto your path. Blessings. ✨

!!!!!

i came here to say just this. there's strength in being vulnerable, in being able to admit mistakes, admit that you're hurting. it's the only way you can make true connections with other people.

@@sgtmian exactly, and it is harder to come back after failing than it is to constantly succeed.

mikochild2 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Scriptures said & prayed over myself while praying & asking that ever person with authority & a prayer warrior pray with me now thou I don't know them. Cause I needed help! 2 Tim. 1:7, Ps 119:116, Eph. 6:11 Is 43:19 and others. I looked on the website for warring scriptures & promises God made. I pray your peace today which passes all (nothing on the other side of ) understanding. There is nothing broken, nothing lacking and nothing missing in your life - for God is your Sustainer.

Jehova Rophe heal you..

Amen....yes this is a demon and God will deliver us

By his stripes you were healed

Urban Eve wow! Amen 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

I felt that!

FACTS! 💯

Urban Eve so true

Urban Eve As true as that statement is some women that watched this will still strive for it as if it could be obtained. That is what makes me sad.

Preach

Okay! She's living for a purpose, and not just living for self. I pray I figure out God's purpose for me because I promise this video just touched my soul! ❤🙌🏾

Sy Effect Radio 💯

I havent posted anything really in a few days and I feel better. Im tired of the pressure and competitiveness. Smdh

I’ve been thinking of doing this too. Not because I compare myself but bc you see so much on social media and it can bring about different emotions in a matter of minutes!

I did a social media break this year and honestly I still feel like I'm not ready to go back...

Come on woojavi4ever.com

Thought i was the only one lol

Me as well😃

LOL i stay doing it in public, if people cant accept you for who you are, they can kick rocks..lol

Yes she's looking better ( always gorgeous ) but better. 😍💓

Sunshine cool but the message is more important

@@ImBlackIvy she is looking amazing and still has a good message, not incompatible

Steve calm down no one said the message isn’t important. Stop trying to police people I’ll say what I want.

Amen!! You unlocked the secret. One day at a time. You are grateful to have breath in your lungs to live one more day-to see how things will go. When we try to look too far into the future, we get nervous and despondent. I am so glad you have some hope in your heart. You most certainly will LIVE!

Amen.

Amen Sis!!! Thank you so much fie sharing. Let's lift each other up.

Ivalina Passe I'm happy you no longer have to deal with anxiety anymore. It's a serious condition. Sometimes I have anxiety and I don't even know why. It's a terrible feeling😔

Amen 🙏🏻

In Jesus name, Amen 🙏🏻

Generational curse

@@beautifulflower3804 you are wrong. Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome is VERY real and just because you don't "believe" in something doesn't make it any less authentic. I don't believe in VooDoo, but it exists. Does it not? You probably don't believe in gravity either...or that fire is even hot lol. Denial is not an absence thereof. Denial is a sickness in and of itself. Be blessed.

@@beautifulflower3804 4

@@beautifulflower3804 Being African and being Black American are not the same thing... One is neither here nor there...

@@beautifulflower3804 y'all didn't experience what our ancestors dealt with. Y'all stayed in y'all country....bloop

absolutely real authenticity

God supplies all our needs!

Shirlynn Cox Amen 🙏🏼! Thank you.

Kids are so precious. My son is the only one who understands me too❤️

I talk 2 myself so much, until my son, when he catches me, teases me..."who're u talking to, ma? Oh, i know, yourself again?" Then he starts 2 laugh. I didn't realize until my kids & boyfriend started noticing, that it was a weird thing 2 do.

Natea me too

Your definitely not alone ❤

Natea Williams - You’re not, I’m there with you. I’ve been dealing with generalized anxiety disorder for 30 years now.

Thank you all!! 🤗

@@nateawilliams7309 I needed to hear this. I too felt better knowing I also am not alone. God bless you. Stay encouraged ❤.

Preach

Same here. I feel this exact way. Most days I just want to lay in because Im so depressed. Everyday its a struggle for me. I take it one a day at a time and dont overload myself. This helps me.

🤗

Yes that is it that's the way I'm feeling this time I'm up another time I'm just lock away cannot sleep no appetite not being myself losing weight

That is so true. I’m beyond blessed to have a African-American therapist that understands my struggles as a black woman.

It makes absolute sense....

Say it Sistah

Paegan Kesler facts

What makes it a problem?

@@dinagreen9452 sometimes those who are hurt or sad, spread vibes that can hurt others

@@isabelhearts8453 l agree.

Amen

Amen 💔💯💯

Real talk .....God indeed.

🙌🏾 yes lord!

AMEN...plus a good therapist, medication (if needed), loving friends, exercise, and healthy food. Those things plus the Most High God help with suffering.

Mhm

Come on woojavi4ever.com and express yourself

I’m sorry 💔 how are you doing now?

That's exactly how i feel

@@mizzcatt7691 sending hugs your way.

@@Pagewithpurpose Thank you

@Connie P I hear you and can relate. I thank God that my healing has begun and yes I am in love with Jesus, however as an individual with lived experiences of anxiety and depression, I realized that it takes self determination, a non-judgmental support system and a holistic approach to healing in order to maintain a healthy balanced life. It is a daily practice of self-love and self-care. Getting help is the grownup thing to do and it's OK. I pray for each individual who is challenged at this time and I hope that they know you are not alone and better days are coming. I'd also like to invite you to view my video, entitled: I'm not as OK as I pretend to be. It's uploaded on my RU-vid channel - rki i. I hope it will be a blessing to you. Be blessed & have a beautiful holiday season! ❤🙏

So proud of you 💗💗💗

shantell lee girl I thought i was the only one! I busted out crying when she said I’m tired of being strong

@@Kaymaylaah so me fren, i wasnt understanding why i was crying so much . My heart / soul Is weary & tired . Need some tlc

Ladies you all are strong for understanding you can feel and that's okay!! Much love!

Sometimes it can be overwhelming, the best remedy is submission. Trust the Creator of the Universe who brought you here to lead you through here. Blessings. ✨

I love you sis heres a mental hug

Tee Darif Thank you 🙏🏾

I needed this. Thank you!

sometimes I just wanna be the damsel, I'm tired of being everyone's therapist/hero/mama/everything

NotMN girl yes this!👏🏽 it hurts so much knowing you giving, giving and no one says hey do you need anything.. or I’m here for you. I left an abusive ex and I get treated like I did something wrong 😔

Amun!!! Blessed be.

I know thats right....im trying to pace myself and stay chilled.

Tell me about it.😣😒

Yesss girl me too!

cocoa cutie poo that term was designed for us to put up with maltreatment and not react as humans.

I know rite

"Yeah it affects African American". But then again under God's eye. Black,White Hispanic, African;etc. IS SINNING DAILY. (Looking into History) Remember our own kind Africans sold our (Ansectors) "In to slavery". That's the deal breaker of how can your own betray you. To me other raises kill of course. But we killing up each other,and not having good reason behind it. #Overall it's depressing.

Rainea Logan I most definitely agree with you..

Zion Lexx is a excellent teacher in the Hebrew community and has a few videos about anxiety and depression and the link to slavery, etc. Check it out.

Rkeeli Antwaan so true

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I just started therapy. It's weird because I don't know how to be.

@@kirkmo1666 .... Just be "you." That is all any of us know how to be. Listen to your therapist(s). Resist the advice of well intentioned outsiders. I am wishing you a healthy resolve.🙏🏿🙏🏾🙏🏿

@@dianesanchez6781 thank you. I just finished another session which was a relief in a sad way. My cousin died last Thursday and I wasn't able to morn until I saw my therapist. Thank you for conformation to "just be me". I hope your well and anyone else reading this.

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏿

@@kirkmo1666 just talk, talk about ypur day your family your jobs your feelings you fears your beliefs just talk, blessings

Amen.

Amen

This is a partially helpful comment

God is my first go to. Thru the tears and pain-learning to dance in. He gave me songs to get me to thru to Him my foundation. 2 Tim. 1:7. For me, I had to learn to forgive myself first.

Amen

Luna Mbaku while you talk to yourself in the mirror, declare things you desire in present tense as if it has already occurred or is currently occurring. For example, “I am at peace and happy.” Blessings. ✨

I love you too bae

❤

I love you too

Yes, I wish our Brothers would allow themselves and BE allowed to speak about their feelings. We need to stop telling our boys to "man up". They aren't men. They need to learn how to process feelings without using their fists. We both need to be allowed to be human.

Yes but one shouldn't let the other persons down and out feeling make make them the same way. If a person has that much anxiety then he needs to seek treatment. One can be supportive but not overwhelmed.

Same here. I can definitely relate to this.

Divine Essence 😭🙏

So me

Me too

sbcroon me too

I could not imagine not doing ...

sbcroon And I thought I was the only one who talk to myself

I’m so sorry they did that to you!! Just proves they never deserved you in the first place. Keep shining you are beautiful abundant and loved!! Never forget 🙏🏾❤️

Diane that's so amazing

@ Denise Gilmer . May Jehovah God be with you .