Sanctuary #1 - You Are Safe - ASMR Relaxation Session Dedicated to PTSD Sufferers

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Sanctuary #1 - You Are Safe - ASMR Relaxation Session Dedicated to PTSD Sufferers

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Sanctuary is the the first part in what will be an ongoing periodic series dedicated primarily to those who suffer with PTSD. If you don't suffer with PTSD, of course you are still welcome to enjoy this video. However, it is my goal to provide those that suffer not only with ASMR and relaxation, but with a sense and feeling of safety and security.
This is a traditional, non-role play / non-performing video, where I am simply myself and help reassure the viewer by reassuring them that they are safe throughout the video, while I use various methods such as hand movements and tapping on objects to induce ASMR and provide relaxation and sleep.
I've heard from various individuals that suffer with PTSD stating how much my videos have helped them relax and sleep, so it's time to do one specifically for them to see if perhaps ASMR can be used as a kind of therapy tool. I was bullied as a kid and teen in grade school and high school, though not on a severe day to day basis. However I was called names, pushed around, spit on and the final traumatic event where, after standing up to a bully one day after being picked on, I was sucker-punched right outside of school and had my jaw fractured in 2 places and had it wired shut for 6 weeks. I'm only mentioning this in this video's description, not to play the sympathy card, but so that people that suffer can understand that I also understand what it's like to go through a personal hell, even though what I went through may not be as severe as PTSD. Now that I've found peace in my life in my 40's. I want to start giving peace back to those who need it, which is the primary intent of this video.
If you suffer from PTSD, I would like to ask if you could provide some feedback in the comments or send me a message directly here on KZfaq and let me know if this worked for you, what didn't work, if there is something you would like me to say or do next time that I didn't do in this video, and anything else that you think might help you and others.
Stay well, no matter who you are.
- E. R.
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What is ASMR? Why am I whispering?
ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response and is the current name given to the feeling characterized as a pleasurable tingling sensation felt in the head, scalp, back and other regions of the body in response to visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory, and/or cognitive stimuli, such as crinkling bags, hand motions, whispering, personal attention and much more. Not only do my videos help induce ASMR and provide "tingles", but they also help people who suffer with anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, PTSD and more.

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@rebecai9964 10 жыл бұрын

As someone who struggles with PTSD, I'm constantly having nightmares and night terrors, I've barely gotten any sleep for the past 6 months. I fell asleep listening to this video. That was the best night of sleep I've gotten in a long, long time. And for that, I sincerely thank you with every ounce of my being.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Rebeca I Sorry to hear about your troubles. I hope you are on a better path. Take care of yourself!

@Elly-lp9bn Жыл бұрын

@@EphemeralRift hrmrhmmehmehh

@RobotsHaveSoulx 10 жыл бұрын

As someone with PTSD, ASMR has been really helpful in relaxing me and aiding me in falling asleep. It's really thoughtful of you to make a series of videos dedicated to those of us with PTSD, and your videos in general are some of the best I've come across. Thank you.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

RobotsHaveSoulx Sorry to hear it, but I wish you all the best! Thanks for the kind words.

@BubbleArcadia 6 жыл бұрын

Asmr really helps with my complex ptsd and insomnia and OCD.

@hawkeye5029 5 жыл бұрын

@@BubbleArcadia same. It helps my mdd gad and complex ptsd. It helps me relax and calm down. I've only recently had my memories of when I was abused as a child come back to the front of my memory. Those memories are extremely painful for me but I am getting help right now and I really hope it helps me get better. I have lived in constant fear and feeling of not being safe and welcome and loved ever since I was very young. I don't even know what it's like to be safe and welcome and feeling like i belonged somewhere and I have no clue what it's like to NOT live in fear anymore.

@_d6526 5 жыл бұрын

I also do.

@jessicawright605 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@Ameliadaisy777 Жыл бұрын

Men have been the cause of most of my trauma, I usually don’t even feel safe watching men do ASMR, but I feel very safe here! Thank you for providing such a gentle space

@luliwalter8274 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad we could both find respite in this. Honestly rift is just a very kind person to listen to.

@nia5128 Жыл бұрын

That was my first thought! But I know he’s a good one.

@BIBLE-a-s-m-r Жыл бұрын

❤

@michaelatorn8380 10 ай бұрын

women for me.

@veryepic-vl4ng 9 ай бұрын

@@michaelatorn8380same

@oldpaintedcottage 10 жыл бұрын

I've never commented here before. For some reason this video made me cry. Thank you for creating this sacred, safe space. I think you are brilliant.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Well you are too kind, thank you. Just trying my best. Wish you all the best.

@oldpaintedcottage 10 жыл бұрын

May I make one request? This video would have been perfect to sleep to, if it hadn't been for the zipper sounds, which at times made it sound a bit...scary. Would you consider making another video, similar, just your voice softly spoken, without any "trigger" sounds?

@graviton7435 5 жыл бұрын

Jennifer Grey i also have the same feeling about that zipper

@mw2demon 10 жыл бұрын

I'm 17 and from the UK and have suffered a lot since New Year's Day at the start of 2014 as I found my best friend after he had hung himself. Your videos have helped me escape my own thoughts and gain some peace and for that I cannot thank you enough.

@dejureclaims8214 10 жыл бұрын

Don't suffer from any serious trauma, but a lot of loneliness. Your videos help me one way or another

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

You're not alone my friend. Not beyond the physical plane ;)

@dejureclaims8214 10 жыл бұрын

Yeah... the pseudo-science stuff doesn't really fly with me. But thanks anyway

@rhcp4565 10 жыл бұрын

***** thats why you're lonley

@dejureclaims8214 10 жыл бұрын

rhcp4565 Is it now? Well, blow me down.

@rhcp4565 10 жыл бұрын

No you me

@setunamaxwell 10 жыл бұрын

I was about to go nuts from lack of sleep, I had been crying from not being able to relax, and on the border of a panic attack, watching this video saved me. Thank you so much.

@mirzamnimu 8 жыл бұрын

I was eager to watch this when it first came out, but I started crying when you wrote on the chalkboard and couldn't continue... because I was NOT safe, not as long as I continued to live with abusers. I'm ready to try watching it again today. Thank you for everything, ER, and please keep up the series!

@Ameliadaisy777 Жыл бұрын

Yup 🥺

@creepiestadventure Жыл бұрын

I wish u the best❤take care

@mirzamnimu Жыл бұрын

@@creepiestadventure seven years since my comment, yep, I'm living with my boyfriend and my mental health is looking up! ❤️

@sleepsweetasmr Жыл бұрын

@@mirzamnimuthis makes me so happy. i hope you're well ❤️

@Teh_Clown Жыл бұрын

Not try to be mean, not trying to say it was not important, not trying to make it about me i am happy for, i just wanted to say my dumbass thought it said ambusher, dint ask how i just did. Also im sorry and happy that u got out of there❤

@deltaslushie 3 жыл бұрын

I was having a PTSD flashback and my heart felt like it was going so fast it would explode. Both in curiosity and panic I searched "PTSD asmr" and came across this first. I'm about 5 minutes in and my heart is slowly calming down. Thank you. Your demeanor is just right: not too close and invasive, but not so distant that it feels cold. You're just calm and caring. Very good video. For anyone else going through an episode, you're not alone. I hope you find the strength to get through it.

@ashanddoodles13 Жыл бұрын

thank you, im going through one right now but reading this and listening to the video is helping. i know your comment is from a year ago but i hope things have gotten better and easier for you to deal with in that time

@ExoticFireGirl 6 жыл бұрын

Last night I was alone in my house and two men were trying to break in. This was my first time dealing with such a thing. I am a grown woman but I completely freaked out. Normally I try to leave these things behind me but I have a feeling this stress will stay with me for long. Those around me said some sweet words as supports but none of them really know what it felt like. And they expect me to get over this ASAP. I am not a crier but I have been crying lots. The sheer horror of realizing you re alone with these two huge guys and they are almost breaking the door. Btw I am in Europe so no gun. And I am petite so can’t exactly self defend well. I needed some comfort. Thank you for this video

@rudolfkaizer44 2 жыл бұрын

@@IcanSeeU0_0 Bro lol but still good question

@kbcheyanne8938 8 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for ASMR Videos for my close friend (Who's 22, I'm 16) and she has PTSD, I'm looking for ways to help her and I think this is a perfect video for her to go to when she has flashbacks. I DO NOT have PTSD, however I find this very relaxing and could calm me down when I'm feeling anxious due to my Anxeity.

@thisbeautifultragedy 9 жыл бұрын

This is amazing.Thank you.I suffered a horrible heroin addiction and Ive seen things noone should ever see.I know its not the same thing but I cant tell you how much this video means to me.Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

@D3ADCHANNEL1116 8 жыл бұрын

+Olivia Lachelier i had the same shit similar to that boi my ptsd was 2014, wow, holy shit that year sucked like ASS n shit like my ptsd was this person that i was like i was too serious and usually was half funny the time but spouted out cancerous memes and usually snort some crazy shit that i could find n shit but luckly i don't remember that (well, thats the only ptsd i handed which is the one from Jan 2014 to July 2014) but the only ptsd i fuckin can't handle really well is the one from Aug 2014 to March 31, 2015 and its scary as hell

@D3ADCHANNEL1116 8 жыл бұрын

+Olivia Lachelier which i used to be addicted to homemade herion and usually some stuff that was not for human consumption and yet i was a diffrent person back then tho but it still is fucked up tho and theres old footage of me while high on those crazy shit

@Shpicc 8 жыл бұрын

I, too, suffer from PTSD. I was in an extremely abusive relationship for 4.5 years and it finally ended after he attempted to end my life. These videos are a Godsend and I love how soothing your whispering voice is. I have been watching this every morning on my way to class (and when I can't sleep) and it gets me through the day. I love your hand motions- when you put your hands up to the camera and talk soothingly. As we all know, PTSD alters our brain into a pre-verbal child, and these simple motions are just the thing my brain needs to calm itself. Sincerely, I thank you.

@emmanicole2436 8 жыл бұрын

That must have been a horrible experience, and to have to deal with it for 4.5 years! But stay positive and remember, lots of people love you and care! Kisses from Florida!!😚❤️

@Brodie0298 2 жыл бұрын

ur a godsend, i’m glad ur alive

@Leiaza 10 жыл бұрын

anything you do Paul really helps me because I feel like your talking to me personally. I don't have many positive male role models in my life (my father never was one) This was awesome of you to do something like this. Sorry I would have commented sooner but every time I watch anything you make I fall asleep halfway thru it's great to know my sleeping disorder is a thing of the past. Hope you continue to bring forth more videos for future generations to come.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Why thank you for your kind words and glad to hear you are sleeping better! I don't plan on going anywhere anytime soon as long as I can help it (knock on wood). Take care!

@isabellajoanna707 10 жыл бұрын

This was so soothing. I felt safe. I have ocd and I find it extremely difficult to relax my body, often becoming so tense that I am unable to sleep for long periods of time. Such a safe feeling helps. So many noises in the world hurt me, so this was lovely. Thank you so much.

@blossom-leighloach1729 3 жыл бұрын

Im not sure if you even check these comments anymore but I have PTSD and I have had it since I was 11 I am now 16 and I found this video 5 years ago and I still come back to watch it almost weekly. Thank you so much. I honestly dont think I would have been able to get here without this video because it's the only thing that calms down. I have only just managed to log back into this account after being logged out otherwise I would have subscribed a long time ago but thank you for being there

@WolfWhoStandsInWater 3 жыл бұрын

My psychiatrist and counselor told me you can never cure PTSD you only learn to cope with it and slowly things get easier, which makes a lot of sense. However the Healthcare system has been very apathetic towards me while I've been trying to get help for my PTSD. I've found more relief in videos like this than some of the incredibly stressful visits with my psychiatrist and counselor. Idk if I just got really unlucky with the people in charge of my care, but either way I'm glad videos like this exist to help me stop my mind from painfully ruminating even if only for a short time.

@deadfish4836 Жыл бұрын

I fought in Iraq and was in there for 5 to 6 years and it really screwed me up I saw combat but not call of duty levels like boring kind like there is gunfire but you are just looking for enemy's I was in a artillery battalion but still I have PTSD to this day this vid really helped me soo much thank you for that.

@rc1800 Жыл бұрын

I hope you wake up sometime soon with the sun shining, knowing you are so appreciated in this universe and have a feeling of inner calm and peace. My heart goes out to you, for you had to be so brave, having been involved in combat, no matter the vicinity. You are loved, okay my friend? Take care

@ericdevil800 10 жыл бұрын

I showed this to my Father who is in the United States Special Forces and just got home from being a POW in Afghanistan for 7 months. He suffers from PTSD and Major Panic Disorder and Anxiety Disorder. I showed him this because I thought this video might help him. But right when he heard the sounds of the zipper at 1:35, he had a Panic Attack that was so severe that he was hospitalized. He later told me that it reminded him of when he was fighting the Taliban and was behind cover with assault rifles going off over his head constantly. He is okay now, I just thought I should share this.

@lolbotnet 10 жыл бұрын

Holy shit dude

@mellowmike4183 7 жыл бұрын

Eric Devil I come from a family of veterans myself and after hearing the zipper, I knew this would trigger combat veterans. Any sort of snapping or rattling sounds are a no-no.

@tinkerbelle143 4 жыл бұрын

I'm really sorry that happened to him. Headspace might be more appropriate or calm. Because ASMR is really about different noises. I think it's best asmr for PTSD would just be whispering and relaxing music or something in the background like a massage room with the message you are safe. But again I think calm and headspace are just more effective .

@blessedandbiwithahintofmagic 3 жыл бұрын

I suffer from severe PTSD from childhood trauma. I felt weird the first time I watched this; Ephemeral Rift usually does funny and strange types of ASMR, mixed with a bit of a dark setting for the stories, so I was a bit uneasy at first, this being so different than his usual videos. However, I kept watching through my unease and started to feel really comforted, and then really safe. Ephemeral Rift really is a protecting dad more than anything else, and I'm very happy to see videos like this where he shows that; he's a man with quite an extent of being, and I really, really appreciate his comforting side. This video really helps calm me down, up to the point where I get into a moderate-into-severe episode, and for that, I really appreciate his efforts. Thanks, Ephemeral Rift.

@relaxregan 3 жыл бұрын

This video is one I come back to often to help me through my toxic relationship. I’m trying so hard to get out, unfortunately we have a lease on an apartment and I’m not trying to go into crippling debt along with student loans. Thank you for keeping me a little bit composed.

@crow5090 3 жыл бұрын

I'm late to this video but honestly this is the safest I've felt in a while. I have trouble sleeping with things being too quiet, the silence is just unsettling to me to the point where I won't get tired unless there is something making noise, be it rain or audio from a video. The videos I listen to are sometimes too loud though, but this was just... the perfect amount of sound that I needed. It's hard bringing this up but I've had a lot of my weaknesses exploited, and where they were exploited new weaknesses popped up. I sometimes trigger myself on accident, brushing over spots that I can't take feeling any sort of pressure in anymore. It terrifies me and sends me into a panic. But this video helped so much in so many battles against that panic. I really feel the need to thank you so.. thank you. Thank you so much.

@thegirlwhocouldfly 8 жыл бұрын

i dont suffer ptsd, but i do have frequent nightmares and anxiety, and this is just the best thing to watch when i wake up in the middle of the night panicking. thank you so much.

@gryphon7675 8 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@rainiyt5297 7 жыл бұрын

IcyFlame placebo

@thejnes1 10 жыл бұрын

Really great video man, thanks for taking the time to make a video that does more than induce ASMR. You are an amazing artist, I'm so glad you are apart of this community. Keep the awesome content coming man, take it easy.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Hey thejnes1 ;) Thanks for stopping by! I hope you are doing well! Always great to hear from you my friend.

@oliverhenderson8150 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kurt

@lizwolfe9386 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much. one thing to keep in mind thought. Zippers remind some of us sufferers of sexual abuse of distinctive moments during the times we were abuse. Again thank you so much for taking the time to make this. :)

@amphetaminebunny 6 жыл бұрын

Liz Wolfe that’s what I was thinking

@thomasgarner1492 5 жыл бұрын

Also, for people who got PTSD from the military, it could be reminiscent of gun shots (especially with headphones on). Great vid otherwise

@CityPhox 9 жыл бұрын

Thought I'd just take the time to comment - this is still my favourite video you've done. The whole set up is near perfect, the lighting and set desgin, the dark background and bright lighting keep you as the focus without being too harsh. Even simple things like you choice of clothing - the white shirt gives you an aura of authority, but having the collar undone and sleeves rolled up keep you slightly casual and relatable. Most importantly your tone - you seem sincere. It's so easy for videos like this to end up sounding condesending and patronising. The sound quality also really helps here. I most enjoy the hand motions at the start - the afore mentioned lighting helps with this (the lighting and dark background makes it almost feel 3D) along with your semi-rambling talk about what you are trying to achive. The foil is also good for this, I guess i just like it when you are describing what you are doing. Not a fan of the zip. Don't have PTSD or anything, I just like to watch/listen to your videos to chill or while I'm painting. I also enjoy the ASMR lounge videos (Again the sincerty plays a part there) as well as a lot of the character videos. Good work :)

@EphemeralRift 9 жыл бұрын

CityPhox Thank you kindly.

@alyssafarris2647 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been a subscriber since 2013, and I just want to let you know your videos have helped me through anxiety and PTSD. I appreciate your heart for helping people and I appreciate your creativity.

@greatestever8775 3 жыл бұрын

as someone who has been struggling with ptsd for the past 7 years i just wanted to say thank you for this video💘

@Megan-rz4fc 5 жыл бұрын

I had a very emotional reaction and a significant breakthrough after starting to watch this. I didn’t realize how loaded the statement that I’m safe still was despite having been in (very good) therapy for quite a while. This was a serious turning point on my path to recovery. Thank you so much. I don’t think I’ll ever forget the first time I watched this.

@leerosskiddtomlinson476 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 19 and struggle with ptsd and sometimes struggle with sleeping due to it. I Burst out in tears because I honestly felt safe listening to you. Calms my nerves and made me feel so much better. Thank you so much!

@bexie1992 2 жыл бұрын

I've got CPTSD from 27 years of severe abuse, and I watch ASMR videos all the time to help me calm down. I really do appreciate you making this video. I've got your questionnaire videos bookmarks, as those are some of the best ones for calming me down.

@fishbroccoli69 4 жыл бұрын

I suffer from a lot of ptsd from childhood trauma. I just remembered something else that happened in my childhood that previously my mind had suppressed. It’s been bringing on a lot of paranoia and flashbacks. Thank you for this. ❤️

@ytn675 4 жыл бұрын

Whenever I have some ptsd panic attack I watch this and I just calm down. I'm grateful for being able to have this.

@zmeeder3709 10 жыл бұрын

I have PTSD, and this is the nicest and most helpful thing anyone has ever done for me. I'm sure that at least a few other people with PTSD would agree. Thank you so much :)

@ceramictooth 3 жыл бұрын

I have ended up coming back to this video probably once a month since the first time I saw it a couple of years ago. there are a fair number of asmr safe space videos out there, but none of them quite hit the mark like this one does. hopefully I won’t need it as often in the future, but in the meantime, I’m really grateful it’s here 🥺

@ceramictooth 3 жыл бұрын

not me being shocked that ive commented on this before 🤦

@Emily-dh5zg 4 жыл бұрын

last night I was extremely upset and couldn’t sleep. I have insomnia and PTSD and this video made me feel safe and fall asleep. thank you!!

@starlitdream1749 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time and energy to create this video and series, it has calmed me down and helped me stay in a place where I am safe and present in this moment. What you went through is awful and I'm truly sorry you were treated that way. It takes strength to overcome that and become a good, caring, and wonderful person, which you most certainly are ♡

@elizacrawford6686 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this ;-; this is the first speaking video that has ever helped calm me from a bubble up. THANK YOU for positive affirmations, not "touching" as part of personal attention, and verbalizing your intentions in combination with actions. I am so grateful. The last week has been difficult. Thank you. I'm so grateful. I'm having a nice morning because of your content.

@adelaidecruse2145 3 жыл бұрын

coming back and watching all of ER's old videos not only makes me appreciate ER as a channel but Paul as a person, it takes a really big heart and a whole lot of commitment for someone to make a video like this and to continue supporting people with ASMR for years after we appreciate the hell out of you Paul, keep making the world a better place

@CalmingEscape 10 жыл бұрын

Wonderful Idea… I know this will help a lot of people.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Ms. C. ;)

@Quantum261 10 жыл бұрын

Ephemeral Rift I don't think that what people do to me is as bad as what you went through, but God, the idiots at school are SOOOO annoying. It's nice to see that you have come out fine.

@xenogard 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Paul, while I do not suffer from PTSD, I do suffer from high anxiety and severe depression. I'm currently dealing with the emotions brought on by an unexpected break up with my now ex-girlfriend of ~2 years. Your videos definitely help relax my mind when it would otherwise fall into some dark places. For that I am ever grateful to you and the few other ASMR artists who actually have the ability to do the same for me. (Only a handful of artists such as yourself actually help get me 'out of my own head' so to speak.) I'm a long time fan, but I don't post often, however I felt compelled to this time, due to the nature of this video. Thank you again for being such a wonderful person and helping spread peace and relaxation to those who need it most. - Michael

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Well thank you for the kind words but most of all I hope you can overcome your issues and ordeal. Wish you all the best and thanks for commenting!

@thecutecat2561 2 жыл бұрын

I'm really surprised by this find I never ran across it. I know this video is very old and this comment won't be read, but I still think it deserves an appreciation comment. I was recently diagnosed with PTSD. It's sadly ironic because I suffered from physicalb abuse for years, and also had an assault of the you know type. I got through those things and didn't allow myself to acknowledge It affected me. But this past year my trans child tried to commit suicide because of school. They hid it from me to spare me heartache. He did come in and tell me what he had taken in time for me to save his life. He said he couldn't stand the thought of me finding him and well essentially following him. I live for that perfect precious child. That broke me, broke so hard that the ptsd diagnosis came a few months after. Now it's like pandora's box has been opened all trauma has reopened and the nightmares never stop. I am sleeping less and less and it's majorly affecting my RA and seizures. I'm a single mom and have no one to make it safe for me. So I need ASMR to sleep at all. I guess my point in all this is It means alot to have someone dedicate a video to the topic. Ty

@goldenghxst 2 жыл бұрын

I don't have PTSD, but I've had severe paranoia ever since I was a child that makes it almost impossible to sleep as every time I close my eyes, my brain is convinced there's monsters and/or murderers in my room who are going to hurt me if I don't keep my eyes open. thank you for this video; it's helping me convince myself that it's safe for me to sleep.

@niasimone1740 3 жыл бұрын

I haven’t been able to sleep normally for about a year now due to ptsd abs I’ve just been finding ways to help me sleep at night. Thank you ❤️

@whatthehelliot 3 жыл бұрын

this makes me feel so safe in a way that I don't think I've ever felt. thank you so much.

@ayylmao5536 7 жыл бұрын

i'm terrified of 99.9% of men, but you made me feel safe and protected. not an easy thing to do lol, thanks man

@serenabee9928 3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@butterbox8969 3 жыл бұрын

same

@d4rkm334 3 жыл бұрын

@jamesgreenaway9177 2 жыл бұрын

Bruh

@battlebox5297 Жыл бұрын

I'm terrified of 99.9% of women.

@thearcher2637 3 жыл бұрын

Any time I’m having severe anxiety and overthinking and can’t relax, i watch this video and it puts me to sleep. It’s one of the few things that actually help me. So thank you so much for this

@TheElayador 5 ай бұрын

9 years later, and I still use Sanctuary to help me through rough episodes/symptoms. Something about you in these videos just really helps and makes things feel okay.

@WarWithReality 10 жыл бұрын

I'm so sad now that I know you've been bullied. ;(

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Nah, don't be. People have been through much worse than me. I only put that in the description so I could somewhat relate to people that have PTSD as far as going through personal hell.

@WarWithReality 10 жыл бұрын

You're a really good person Uncle E. :)

@isnissen 10 жыл бұрын

Nå, troede jeg var den eneste dansker her :)

@WarWithReality 10 жыл бұрын

isnissen Nope det er du ikke. :)

@darkereve 2 ай бұрын

Nä men ser man på två danskar hehe :>

@DaTux91 10 жыл бұрын

This is exactly why I love you and your channel. Beautiful, ER. Peace and respect.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Much obliged.

@hatty369 Жыл бұрын

Thank-you SO MUCH, as someone with CPSD, Adhd, BPD, anxiety, depression and so on. The compassion you have is beautiful! Thank-you ❤️

@PrezidentSkroob 10 жыл бұрын

It's videos like this that make you an awesome asset to the ASMR community ER! I don't suffer from PTSD myself but the tingle, man oh man, they were strong; especially the brushing of the mics. A couple of friends I do know, however, do suffer from PTSD and I'll definitely point them towards this vid. Thanks again for all that you do for the ASMR community and, as always; Tingle On! -Pat

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@shredthatguitar4eva 10 жыл бұрын

Nice Monuments picture :D

@Natalia-ii2pl 7 жыл бұрын

I lost my friend. And I'm in so much pain. But this series really helped me. Thank you. Really, thank you for this.

@JohnnyyPC 10 жыл бұрын

Hey ER, loved the vid. Maybe choosing a different background color, such as a light blue, or greens, could help induce the "safety" of the video. Just a thought im throwin out there.

@Emperor_Atlantis 10 жыл бұрын

I always feel that ER stands out with a more 'light' feel this way, but you also make a good point.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

The background is purple but I darkened the video too much, I know. I'll keep this in mind next time. Thanks for the feedback.

@falconandthemoon 10 жыл бұрын

I found the dark background calming...

@TheKing-bt9ky 5 жыл бұрын

I literally have PTSD from my friends in college showing me terrible videos from tor. I feel like my PTSD is nothing compared to what others have but I still get very paranoid when alone and have frequent night terrors and panic attacks

@Brodie0298 2 жыл бұрын

basically the same situation but i’ve suffered from night terrors/panic attacks for years beforehand

@EagleEntity Жыл бұрын

@@s6lver942 literally me suffering from the same thing you are. How are you doing. Wish I never set eyes on that nasty stuff it just comes and goes in my mind and gives me anxiety and what not. I have lots of moments to where I’m fine but it’s not pleasant when I get fixated on it in my head.

@Charles.D.Alvarez 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you man, I've been watching you and other Asmr artists since my last deployment to help relax and sleep and this is the first one I've seen that directly relates to my main issue. Thank you so much for this.

@jonnyrose1288 10 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for your service man

@AcidGamesYT 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir for protecting our country.

@EphemeralRift 10 жыл бұрын

Charles Alvarez Thanks you for your feedback and for watching.

@kartangi8282 2 жыл бұрын

I came to this video after being trapped in a lockdown during an active shooting, it did so much to remind me that I’m home and I’m safe. Thank you for what you do.

@isopodparty 8 жыл бұрын

The world is so big. Everything gets more and more vast while everything I've ever known is more and more insignificant. I feel like the world is an ocean more than a river we're swept down, and that I'm currently drowning. I've kept myself up late, being vicious to others in the comment sections of videos, wallowing in my own fear of the world. I've felt hollow, just empty, and been physically shaking in my bed covers. Then I found this video. You saved me. Thank you so much. Thank you so so so so much!!!

@roryholmes6879 7 жыл бұрын

Critical Chocolate I'm really happy for you and i hope that things continue to get better

@Doll_ie 4 жыл бұрын

I know this is late, but I enjoyed this series so much! The only thing I didn't like was the zipper, which gave me some....unfortunate flashbacks, but everything else was fine. You're an amazing person and I appreciate the time you took to make such a great series from those who suffer PTSD. This PTSD series triggered an amazing relaxing tingling feeling for me.

@pommie5093 6 жыл бұрын

Struggling with PTSD since childhood, the words "you are safe" took my breath away. It is such a powerful statement to me that I was immediately overwhelmed when I saw it. Thank you so much for doing these videos.

@lo.volume 7 жыл бұрын

Having an especially hard time with it these days. Thank you, E. I know this is an older video, but I needed this. Thank you.

@MightBeRand0m 4 жыл бұрын

How are you doing today?

@jessicacastillo9689 3 жыл бұрын

This video is making me feel at peace and making me forget about my intrusive thoughts

@user-rw2bd3ei2h 8 жыл бұрын

I could stop eating sleeping peel after find your chanel. For a long time, I've really wanted to quit using that medicine but I couldn't, but now I can. I really like your sanctuary series. Well, Thank you and sorry for my inaccurate english. From fan of you in Southkorea :)

@EphemeralRift 8 жыл бұрын

+gaudii ask Thanks for your comment. :)

@wackysenpai370 8 жыл бұрын

+Ephemeral Rift please make more videos like this for PTSD Sufferers! you are very good at what you are doing!

@p0lyxena 10 жыл бұрын

i admit that i've suffered from trauma for the past few months that keeps me from sleeping properly (flashbacks, anxiety etc etc etc) and i actually discovered asmr because of it. i can't thank you enough for making this video because i never received treatment for my trauma and sometimes it feels like asmr videos are pretty much the only thing keeping me anchored, and i've never found a video that spoke so directly to what i needed like this one has... so i really, really appreciate you for making this. thank you x

@laoemusic 4 жыл бұрын

i have been watching your videos for a while. i dug around to find this one again. i suffer from ptsd and sometimes my flashbacks/trauma memories are random and unpredictable. sometimes they happen when i’m in public and i feel so much guilt and shame for when they happen then, especially when i’m with others. i was out with my s.o. recently and had a really sudden and severe feeling come over me and it sent me right back to the scariest part of my past. i couldn’t even see i felt like i blacked out. i felt so ashamed and i know he felt embarrassed by my random crying. i came home and laid down to listen to this. and i am in tears, good cleansing ones. thank you for making videos like this. i appreciate them more than i can say. 💛

@leoniewhite9925 8 жыл бұрын

I don't have PTSD but I enjoyed this video so much, I didn't experience many tingles but I felt sleepy and relaxed. I loved the whispering and the hand movement the most.

@matthewnazari1563 5 жыл бұрын

I have a hard time with asmr when I’m having a paranoid episode because I don’t like putting headphones in because I get worried someone will break in and I won’t be able to hear them but this video helped calm me a lot and I got the tingle sensation even without headphones and Basically just wanted to say I really appreciate your dedication to healing other people through the means you have at hand you’re a great person please keep it up

@Moved-j1y Жыл бұрын

I'm not too sure if I have PTSD but thank you, this video brings me comfort and a sense of security that I don't really remember having as I was growing up. I do have my fair share of trauma and stress, I will admit. But watching this really helped me as I watched. Thank you.

@dreadharte9746 6 жыл бұрын

I'm in the British infantry and I'm super happy to see this, troops talk about everything and they know I'm a weirdo who watches ASMR videos. If anyone ever asks about it I'll recommend this, I know a few guys who could probably use a video like this. Good man.

@TheCaitiefly 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this. My partner was hit by a truck on his motorcycle the day after Thanksgiving. Today, we finally got the bike all rebuilt, and on its first test run, I watched him wreck in front of me and be thrown from the bike. My mind doesn’t know what to do with it, other than play it on and endless loop. This video was an amazing distraction ❤️

@jonathanjose9648 9 жыл бұрын

What you are doing for all of us is kind, and I hope you will continue this for a long time

@evemarie9785 6 жыл бұрын

I was feeling extremely panicked and unsafe, i have never tried asmr before and this really helped me to feel grounded. thank you!

@SarahBevElizabeth 3 жыл бұрын

Still coming back after all these years. I don’t have PTSD but I do have insomnia that leads to auditory hallucinations when I’m sleep deprived for too long. It’s comforting to be distracted and feel secure.

@ZvezdnoyeNebo 3 жыл бұрын

I suffer from PTSD, and this helped alot. I before watching ASMR would reaort to self harm, “to feel ugly”. Have nightmares that would feel so real, I would wake up, hallucinating and fall into panic attacks. Because of my problems being so severe and barely getting help, my so called friends turnes their backs on me, one of the familys that adopted me when I was younger only ised me for their....selfpleasure, and people would send me to mental health hospitals that felt like I was getting treated like less than human, just because the amount of trauma and issues I have suffered through....this has helped alot however, I sincerely thank you for this!! ❤️

@kat-zi5wb 7 жыл бұрын

i'm a teenager that suffers from PTSD from an abusive childhood, and i want to thank you so so much for this series. the concept of a gentle sanctuary full of quiet sounds is so soothing. it's almost impossible for me to feel safe, but this series is helping me to create a space where i do feel safe.

@salome.annamarie 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you were my dad, you radiate such comforting energy and love and I just wanna hug you and hear you say that everything is going to be ok. You make me feel safe, thank you so much for everything that you do. I have a complicated life and an even more complicated relationship with my parents, thank you.

@josephherring8761 10 жыл бұрын

PTSD is a terrible ailment to live with, no mattered what caused it. I have found, though, that AMSR does help calm me down before bed. Occasionally the soft, calm feeling will transfer over to my dreams and replace the nightmares I normally expereience every night. You are a good man E.R. Over the past year that I've watched your videos, I grew to realize just how much you care about the well-being of others. Thanks for the video, and I am waiting eagerly for the next installment.

@jessicalandwehr1850 7 жыл бұрын

trigger warning I have ptsd from childhood sexual abuse and from multiple people taking advantage of me later in life. things have been pretty bad mentally lately, as I still have to see my rapists sometimes. I have so much going on I was desperate, then I remembered this video. thank you.

@lemurlover7975 5 жыл бұрын

you need to stop seeing your rapists. even sometimes. you have to completely cut them out of your life. I mean disown them. here is a hotline that I've been using :) 1-541-754-0110. you need to take care of you, it doesn't matter what anyone else tells you that you have to do with your former rapists. honestly you never have to see them again. they are monsters, why would you ever see them again?

@_frangipani_ 4 жыл бұрын

I live in the same town as my abusers and can't leave

@teetertotterseesaw5867 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this, asmr is so calming but it can also be triggering. Face touching is a huge (PTSD) trigger for me and asmrtists just touch randomly and it triggers me right when I’m calm and it’s so hard to relax. This helped a lot so thank you.

@falconandthemoon 7 жыл бұрын

The variety and specific types of your hand motions here were ideal. I hope we'll be seeing them renewed in a future video! Thank you, Uncle Rift! 🙏🏼❤️

@sniperboi21 9 жыл бұрын

This is helping me through an anxiety attack, im so greatful

@BeautyShopaholic 10 жыл бұрын

This is such a helpful video for me. I was bullied and harassed at work 2 years ago and have not been able to trust anyone since and lost all my self confidence. It has crushed almost every part of my happiness (including stopped doing my own KZfaq videos which used to make me happy). I now find it so hard to relax and fall asleep and still feel threatened several times a day and get panic attacks. This is so helpful for me to relax and break the cycle of distress. THANK YOU!

@Bhslion 10 жыл бұрын

You sir, have put me to sleep on numerous occasions. I've had various factors in my life that have caused me to be fairly stressed out. When I watch your videos I absolutely feel safe and completely calm for whatever reason. You do well my friend. Please keep it up. Your videos are better than sleep medicine!

@browneyedDreamer 3 жыл бұрын

I can't speak for the video beyond the block sounds because I fell right into a safe, soothing sleep, which was so welcome after my flare ups, but everything prior to it was lovely. Thank you for such a wonderful video!

@asmrtechniques1962 6 жыл бұрын

I have not been diagnosed with PTSD, but i know I have had symptoms of it over the past three years since I ended a relationship where I had been abused and haven't yet been to see a psychologist. I had a trigger happen today that caused me to panic and have a paranoid mindset (I could swear there were people in my house trying to abduct me. I know it is all in my head, as I have triple checked everything, locked up nice and safe). Within a couple of minutes of your video, I relaxed. The paranoia slipped away, and I realized that the noises are not from within my apartment, but the people living above me. Because of your video, I will be able to sleep tonight. Your video feels like a big hug right when I need it most. I cannot say it enough, thank you.

@kaleighcastell2124 4 жыл бұрын

I suffer from mild PTSD. Usually while having an attack my (what ever adult I am with that knows I have PTSD (ex:teacher)) will put music on and put the headphones on hoping it drowns out what is happening in my attack.(It does not work for me but I know it helps them to think they are helping me because they really cant do much.) Now nearing the "end" of my attack we play this, it seems to help calm me down and get me back into reality faster. So thank you! I hope you know/understand how much you have helped people with this video! Edit: Blocks are the best!!

@danielmeyer1843 10 жыл бұрын

from a jarhead. this is outstanding. thanks.

@iloverugby7901 10 жыл бұрын

I suffer from PTSD (long story, don't want to get into it) but this just put my mind at ease completely. I just tilted my head back and let the video guide my mind into another place and honestly, it was heaven. Thank you ER, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

@Jonfu88 4 жыл бұрын

I decided to watch scary videos before bed last night... I legit couldn’t sleep for hours. This finally helped me to get rest. Thank you.

@sock7233 3 жыл бұрын

This video is helping me a lot. I've been struggling a lot these past few nights, so thank you.

@intangibletingles3412 10 жыл бұрын

This has fast become one of my favourite videos. Not just because of the sounds content which I love (the bubble-wrap water bottle was genius!), but because it is very apparent the amount of genuine love, compassion, empathy and the desire to help someone that comes through loud & clear. I don't have PTSD myself but like many of us I have my own particular issues and hangups that are eased by the thought of a safe, loving environment. Thanks ER, for continuing to be a relaxing beacon.

@ember-brandt Жыл бұрын

I feel recovered most days now, but it all came back to me suddenly tonight and I just ugly sobbed for hours... I wish I had known about this video back when it first came out, if I'd even been able to watch it then (it had me messed up for a really long time)... but thank you *_so_* much for this. Seriously, from the very bottom of my heart, thank you.

@gnomepng 10 жыл бұрын

i don't suffer from ptsd, but i do have anxiety and this made me feel so much safer. i think it's just so nice that you'd make such a kind video. i've been hooked on your asmr stuff for about a year now, and it's great to know that you're willing to give people who suffer a safe place to come. thank you so very much, paul, you're awesome c:

@ImperfectAce 5 жыл бұрын

A lot of people’s PTSD is worse than mine but I’d just like to say thank you, 4 years late. My favourite dog was put to sleep yesterday, and the worst part, she was older than me. I hated to see her suffer. She couldn’t stand and lost her appetite. Her suddenly going really is traumatic for me, but this really helps. Rest in Peace Jess, thanks for the memories. 2002-2019. And thanks to you, for distracting me from my stress and trauma and providing relaxing content.

@ReverseGravity7 10 жыл бұрын

Coming from a kid to soon be signing up for the Marines, and PTSD being a real problem in that world, my respect for you has gone through the roof. Thank you ER, for looking out for everyone suffering, including (of course not limited to) our troops.

@owomegaa 4 жыл бұрын

I was going through a ptsd episode due to a really severe thunderstorm, and this calmed me down after a few minutes. Thank you

@oniononion1210 6 жыл бұрын

I was diagnosed with PTSD not too long ago, and this helps me relax. All I can say is thank you so much. I never really thought I could lay down to rest and have a clear mind. Just, thank you for making this

@pushupman8269 10 жыл бұрын

I think this means a lot to those of us with PTSD. Thank you so much. I look forward to the coming videos in this series. Again, thank you, there really isn't much out there like this.

@MrBenjiii 9 ай бұрын

I was recently diagnosed with PTSD because of a huge natural disaster that occurred in my city that happened a while ago, but I started to feel it because of a similar near-disaster, which made me feel really bad. I always look for ASMR to sleep, but practically none of them have made me comfortable anymore. But I was lucky to find this video in your channel, which I've been following for a long time, and I never knew that you already made an ASMR dedicated to what I'm going through right now. You are the best, thank you for making me relax and sleep without fear of waking up during a nightmare in the middle of the night 🤍

@FlyinColorz 10 жыл бұрын

I don't suffer from PTSD but my life hasn't been easy the last few months and your videos are something I look forward to every night. Thank you for the time you put in to this. It's relaxing and clears the mind. Very much appreciated.