"It was affecting all of my relationships - mainly the one I had with myself" so spot on.

Hey. If you're reading this, you're beautiful. you're incredible. you're a human, and you matter. you can do so much. I don't care who you are. I'm here for you and I believe in you.

what helped me more than ten years ago: - i stopet smoking weed - i started to eat healthy (which endet in becoming a vegan) - i startet doing some sports (swimming) and after a while a started doing yoga which leadet me to meditation as well - i lost some friends and got me some new ones - i read a lot of books about this topic which helpet me a lot - i stopet drinking alcohol ( i drink some sometimes but not frequently)

I went through anxiety and panic attacks. God has healed me 🙌🙏 doctor wanted to put me on medication i refused! God was the answer and is the answer for everyone. talking with God every day when i would feel anxious knowing that God is with me all the time has healed me. let go and let God work. theres a message for every trial we face i dont wish i never experienced panic attacks Im happy I experienced them God works in mysterious ways and he worked through the trials i went through to help me grow. God Bless

yes do a video on gratefullness wals...please

Please do an update on how your anxiety/depression is doing now.

"If you want to heal, you have to face it." So true! Thank you.

7 years later and this video is still so helpful ❤️ Thank you

MEDICATION CAN HELP..it saved my life. Don't put off medication, anxiety and depression are illnesses just like any other illness. Your brain is a physical part of your body and you must treat it that way. If I had high blood pressure I would take medication for it, regardless of the "substances" it put in my body. Why should you treat a mental illness any differently? Do what helps you, but there is absolutely no shame in taking an antidepressant.

This was probably one of the most real videos anyone has posted and I have watched on depression and anxiety. However, I do believe that pills can be beneficial and that they're worth a shot if you're really feeling terrible. Maybe not for everyone in every situation but depression and anxiety for a lot of people is also an imbalance in the brain which is what the pills help with to fix and once the imbalance begins to be corrected there's a significant difference just in how you feel overall. It's not mind altering or changes who you are or things like that. If anything, they will make you closer to how you should be feeling again. A lot of people think that when they take the pills and they "feel different" it's the pills changing your mind and how you think... No, it's the pills changing your overall mood and just taking away some of the clouds that were once there. It feels "different" because things aren't as dark anymore. I know for me I would not be able to overcome my anxiety and depression with just seeing a therapist. For me, there'll be days when I don't even know why I'm panicking or feeling upset I just do and when that happens, that's when the pills are useful. No, they're not the complete solution but they definitely help in the right situation in conjunction with other things.

I suffered from a lot of self esteem issues, and meeting my husband really helped me turn it all around. I'm definitely not saying that a man will fix problems, but just the unconditional love he showed me really helped me become a happier person. So I definitely teared up with you when you mentioned Alex.

Does anyone want to see a video on meditation too? :))

Mimi you are truly one of the most amazing and inspirational women in the world. Honestly I think that more people should be aware of you because you are the most wonderful person. You are caring, strong and positive which is incredibly inspirational, and I think many young girls in particular need women like you in their lives, whether that's in real life or online like this. I am so glad that you are influencing people over youtube etc. because we need your amazing and beautiful soul on here. I very rarely write something like this but honeslty I feel only love and gratitude for you and look forward to every single one of your videos because they are so positive and helpful. You are geniune and inspirational which is truly amazing! Thank you! xx

I cried with you throughout this video, Mimi

Just wanted to say that medication saved my life. I don't want someone to turn away from it because of negative comments here. I had panic so bad I couldn't leave my house. With medication I am now living a normal life and not wanting it to end like I did when I was depressed and anxious.

As someone who has had endured and overcome depression and anxiety, I can truly relate to your experience and story. You are brave to share this story and I applaud you :) To me, its all been about getting to know God and have a relationship with Him, and through that everything has slowly took its place in my life. Thanks for sharing!!!!!!!

I understand you. I am an EXTREMELY EMOTIONAL person, but two things that helped me was God and the Bible, having God brings to true happiness not earthly things! I love you Mimi

you magically always answer my questions right at the time I'm struggling

mimi! thank you so much for your interview tips! I put myself out there. I gave 100 percent to my resume and cover letter! I wrote a thank you more, I looked my best. I looked for a job that was right for me! I found one as a bookkeeper. During the interview, he asked about my resume. he suggested I work with the marketing director to help them build a social media presence. I said that I would love that project. I got the job! Mimi, I got the job that I love to do and it comes with salary and benifits so that I can afford to take care of my daughter without relying on my exhusband. I am soo happy! Thank you for your suggestions

Mimi, I'm a clinical therapist and I work with children who have trauma. Everything you said is accurate and this video inspired me to look into meditation further. Thank you!!! I've been following you since the beginning.

You said "I am not a doctor, just a human being." I say you are in many ways better than a doctor. You project kindness, caring and above all love for life and humanity. Big hug to you and Alex

It's amazing how you overcame this. Medications aren't a solution but in some cases it is essential to go through the hardest stages. It is not about believing in it. It's science and it works. Of course the solution is beyond that. I'm really glad you could find you're way out. You are an inspiration.

Love how transparent you are! Thanks for posting this!

This video couldn't come at a better time, thank you!

One of the best videos on KZfaq.

Please make a video about meditation Mimi! So proud of you that you shared this video with us!

LOVE, love love! Thank you for being open and I agree 100% having gone a similar route! x

I liked watching this hence you mentioned that you have to shift your mind from the (WHY) to the (HOW) I suffered panic attack ,anxiety and depression for almost a year and it was hard, painful and scary at some point and it was not easy to live a normal life … I stopped going out, couldn’t make friends or do all the things I loved doing bcz of the feeling … I thank God because I couldn’t continue taking meds but I started praying a lot and almighty God healed me 🙏🏽🙏🏽😊 now am a new mum noticed I’ve been abit anxious but it is nothing compared to the pain I went through before… I thank God everyday 🙌🙌🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

Thanks for putting this out, its just what i need. So thankful

separate video on meditation :)

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences in this video! It just feels good to see that you're not the only one who has to deal with depression/anxiety

Thank you so much mimi for sharing some of these, you and Alex are such an inspiration.

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and allowing for us to understand the multifaceted person you are. Many of us, including myself, have experienced something similar to what you are sharing. I got emotional watching this. How amazing is it to have just a love that supports you and can help you heal yourself? I feel the same way in my own life and relationship even on bad days to feel so much gratitude for all that life gives you even in the struggle. I appreciate uou and this video. You continue to be an inspiration in my life. The interesting thing is I found your videos in 2013 when I just was about to graduate college and just found meditation and ended up finding the partner I have now. At the time of all this your vids inspired me to dream that I can create the life I desire for myself and by myself with the support of others of course and I can say I am slowly but surely doing it. Thanks for all that you do. Sending love from DC!

to be honest this video was a life changer. All these videos on youtube about anxiety and depression but yours, yours, was so damn inspirational. i cried and this helped me a lot!! ill have to listen to it more often. the fact that you are laughing at yourself when you talk about this is so comforting. thank you so much girl!! i am most definitely subscribing

I feel so blessed that I found your channel. Thank you. Much love Mimi

Mimi, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I’m currently going through something that has left me feeling depressed and like I was helpless, like this is never going to pass, but seeing you being as you are now, happy, smiling and just so balanced has given me the courage to think, that by doing all of the things you suggested doing, there is still hope for me. I am happy seeing you happy, I have watched your videos for some years now and I really trust you. You are great!

You're such an amazing person, and an inspiration! ❤️❤️

youre truly one of the most beautifuliest person ive seen in my life inside and out ! :)

Thanks for sharing. I know exactly that moment, the one you are talking about around the 6 minute mark. So glad for everyone out there who has fought through it. I hope everyone struggling finds their own way to deal with it, that works for them, and get through.

Thank you for being brave enough to share your story. You are amazing ❤️

I also loved the way you began the video saying to stop concentrating on the "Why" in terms of questioning why this is happening and then how you ended the video by bringing it back to "Why" but this time in terms of finding your purpose and why you do what you do. I loved that for some reason

Mimi, thank you so much for sharing your experiences with us. You are the true definition of a true human begin that is connected to her mind and soul. I hope to be like you one day. I constantly struggle with staying attached to my bad negative emotions and past experiences. I'm just 21 but when people see me they area happy nice girl but the reality is that my bad emotions take over me. However, I'm not going to give up and find a way to heal. Thank you once again for sharing your stories because through this message people like myself get so much strength to find a solution. Xoxoxo Love from Los Angeles, CA

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video Mimi. You have a beautiful heart which radiates through the screen. Sending you love and hugs 😘

Thanks for sharing Mimi! It takes a lot of courage to open up like that. All the best to you! You're a true inspiration for many. Keep it up!

I can't keep my greatfullness in myself this time. Every video of yours makes me want to comment and say how thankful I am that you make videos like this. By time, you truly changed my life. You truly made me Mimi a better person. Every video of yours is a hand of Life. I can't say in words how much I respect you and love you. This video made me so emotional that I started crying tears of joy. Tears of greatfullness. Because I realized that I overcame anxiety too. I fought since I was so little and it made me so happy to finally say that I am free. I wish I could hug you right now and pass my emotions to you. To let you know how much Iove I got for you and from you.

Honestly Mimi and Alex you guys are amazing!! I don't believe I've commented on any of your guys' videos about this, but the catalyst that led me to get out of a long battle of depression was yours and Alex's videos :) I was 13 or 14 when it started and I finally can say it ended 4 months ago (I'm 19 now)!! I'm still analyzing it, but I've never been this positive or happy or productive in years!! I just wanted to say that my journey to finding how to fight the negativity started when I learned the word gratitude from one of Alex's videos 2 or 3 years ago :) You guys are like virtual mentors and I can't be more grateful for you two. I was introduced to so many great minds because of recommendations by you guys and after reading and researching and finally applying I've seen results that I've never felt before :) I lost my mom at 10 and when she passed away it's like I stopped living as well. A series of events took place after that. Those events dug me into a deeper and darker hole. To escape I used to binge watch tv shows and KZfaq videos, never studied (but somehow made it to uoft) or interacted with my family and old friends. I realized there was no way I was going to end my life so I began researching about depression on my more upbeat days. I finally started applying various things I learned after going through one of the darkest depression phases I have ever been in. That phase happened a year ago. That was my last long depression phase. Then came meditating through headspace, reading the alchemist, watching Gilmore girls and finally realizing everything I actually have :) All of that plus wise words from people like Deepak Chopra and Oprah and journaling more than I used to, oh and moving into my own place alongside making slightly stronger connections with my family, I have reached to this point :) I'm 20 in February 2017 and I'm going from this person who's never lived before to this woman entering a complex, beautiful world 💗 thank you for all the advice you guys provide, I hope both of you know how absolutely inspirational and amazing you guys are 😊 God bless you guys

Watching this video again after so many years!!! love your talking videos.So grateful for you

I want to take a moment to thank you so much, Mimi, for the effort you put into this video. You are genuinely inspirational. Thank you for taking time out of your day to help us, much love sent your way ♡

mimi, i honestly have no words to explain how i feel about you. You are truly my one and only inspiration, literally ask anyone who knows me! its been like this since I was 11 years old, (i used to love watching all of the videos you and leyla made!) im now turning 17! i love you so much and i follow everything youve said and ive changed my life throughout the years growing along with you. i feel as if we are so alike, like extremely alike. we think the same and try to be positive all the time just like you taught me. My life is such an amazing experience thanks to you. i promise i WILL meet you one day i think of this almost everyday, and in doing this i know it will become true! also, i love when you reply to me on my other social medias because it lets me know that you do notice me. i have supported you and alex for so long and i always will. and i love my five minute journal btw! love you mimi and alex! you both are truly my inspiration.

You are following your true calling and it's a beautiful thing! Thank you for sharing your story. We are living in a time of Renaissance, it's a time of awakening and raising consciousness. By you sharing your story, you are raising the healing frequency of the world. It's something we all need to do more of, do what you do, and say what you say with more love!

Mimi I honestly admire and love what you do! I got emotional too during the video!! Thank you for being and inspiration to me!!!! Love from Greece!

Congratulations for being honest and brave Mimi! it is something most of us go through but rarely talk about, big thumbs up for keeping it real !

Thank you Mimi for making this video! You spoke so well about a lot of difficult topics and offered great advice. Hearing about your stories and what you have overcome is very up lifting. ❤︎

Seriously Mimi? You upload a video about anxiety around the time that I am finally realizing that I have some form of it and trying to deal with it. Thank you Mimi! I swear, it's always perfect timing with you! xoxo

This was a brilliant video Mimi! Having experienced many of the things you spoke about I can really appreciate how much strength it must have taken for you to make this. Full with such amazing advice too, thank you xx

Thank you so much for sharing and putting it all out there! Love you!

Excellent Video Mimi I'm glad to see you use your platform for such an important message. I think a younger audience will benefit so much from this video!!!!!!

I KNEW YOU WERE GOING TO TALK ABOUT MEDITATION AND YOGA MIMI!! I knew because it's what helped me too and how monumental that solution is. And we are very similar people in terms of our personality - we both hate taking medication and are skeptical of quick fixes of that nature. One thing I found to be very hard is that everyone around me finds meditation and yoga silly, don't take it seriously, and they are all also depressed (so common in NYC it's sad). You try to help people but they only laugh in your face and make fun of you for being a "hippie".. it's so discouraging. I meditated heavily from 16-18 but the amount of condescending responses I got or how often it was brushed off made me stray from it, and I've seen the effects of not incorporating it into my everyday life. It changed my life SO MUCH. You're inspiring me to get back into it. Thank you Mimi and I hope you continue to inspire.

Thank you for this video! Ive been dealing with anxiety again recently, and will definitely look into the 10-day courses of meditation for the future. Awesome messages xx

This was so inspiring. I can't watch many long videos but always can with you because you stay passionate about things throughout. I had post adoption anxiety after our son came home and it was so hard. Meditation definitely helped. I think the point you made about it being hard is so important to tell people. Thanks for making this

I need a video on meditation. How you meditate. I have problem with overthinking and thinking when meditating!

I feel like the question "How" instead of "why" can solve so many problems both big and small and I never thought of it that way until you said it so I guess what I'm trying to say is that you are great Mimi and I think helped many people through this video. Hugs

Thank you for sharing your light and your wisdoms Mimi. I went through the exact same situation as well. There is such a stigma in society when it comes to mental illness and I'm thankful for the beautiful souls who are brave enough to share their story. I took a trip last year to Mallorca, Spain after years of not getting on a plane because of anxiety. I was so thankful that I overcame that and I wrote you an email expressing my gratitude for all the videos you have made on the subject of happiness because it got me out of my dark tunnel. You responded and said you would do a video anxiety one day and I'm so glad you did! You also said to "keep growing your inner garden". I'll never forget that. Thank you. Xoxo

Even your video itself started the healing process! I love you!

you are so strong mentally

Doing self help I found really beneficial. It can be a lifelong commitment for anyone willing! But for some people who are very unwell antidepressants can also help to support. Thank you for courageously sharing your experience with all of us Mimi. This has been very encouraging and inspiring :)

Thank you so much for shearing this with the world. You have truly helped me with great advice. Keep doing what you do, this is your purpose. Lots of love and positivity!

Thanks Mimi for sharing this so truthful and honest video, that's also very helpful. We all understand how difficult it must have been to talk about those hard experiences, so the thank you is double. Please keep on doing the great job we all know you for! Go Mimi!!! xxx

I can't explain in words how much I agree with your idea about pills. I hate it when people just advice you to take meds without trying to figure out how else the problem can be solved. You're such an inspiration to us, it takes a lot to share such personal information in public but hats off to yo for that. I've been having issues with being on the plane and I just got back from a long trip and told myself even though I love travelling, I'll stop cause I get too claustrophobic on the plane but honestly this video really helped, I'm gonna try the meditation.

Thank you MiMi, this video just appeared to me when I needed. :)

Thank you so much for this video Mimi! I so needed this today. I suffer from depression and anxiety and have been having a bad bout the past two days. This video gave me hope! I hope I can overcome this hell and get to the place that you have made it to.

That was LIGHT. Thanks and love from Milano Mimi

Mimi.. First of all, I am in tears typing this. I have never ever "met" anyone so similar to myself. Most things you say throughout this video, I can relate to. Almost 100%. It is honestly immensely refreshing to listen to someone who has not only gone through similar situations but also someone who functions and has similar feelings as yourself. The love for traveling, not believing in medication, going to therapy and not feeling like it is helping, anxiety groups (I did a retreat in the English countryside for 3 days and it was an amazing experience but didn't "save me", etc. I am definitely still stuck in anxiety.. I haven't gotten out of it. But I know I am on my way. I quit my job a month ago because I am planning on moving to London but because of my financial situation, I haven't yet been able to. Not working and not doing what I love is obviously feeding my anxiety as my life is not very structured right now. Alex is just an amazing human being. My ex boyfriend was truly so so so helpful and kind and understanding when we were together. I miss having that person in my life, I miss the support but I am also so so grateful that I got to experience that even if I don't have that anymore. Again.. I'm still struggling with my anxiety, I am so much better and I am such a stable person right now. Much more than ever. Thank you for telling your story, Mimi. It means a lot to me and to many other people as well. Sending lots of love and happiness your way! Xoxo Angelina

Si antes te admiraba no te das una idea de cuánto te admiro ahora. Sos mi mayor inspiración hoy más que nunca. GRACIAS por compartir algo tan privado, estoy pasando por lo mismo y el verte tan bien y teniendo la vida que siempre quisiste me da mucha fuerza. GRACIAS!

You give me so much hope, Mimi. I feel the same way the way you've felt.. I really look up to you and could only hope to be half as great as you and come across this rough patch and inner conflict

That was amazing, it really brought tears to my eyes! Thank you so very much for the honesty and the hope! ❤️💞💕

Preach Mimi, every time I hear you speak I am literally so impressed by you and the fact that you share this amazing information with your viewers is just so incredibly great... so thank you! Such a great video! With All My Love, Leslie

Thank you Mimi for sharing 💖 I really neaded this 💖💖

Mimi! I have been watching you and Leyla since day one. This video speaks volumes and I want to thank you and make sure you know and understand that you are a true genuine positive influence to many. Me included! Thank you for sharing. xx

Such a powerful video Mimi! Sharing your story is so brave and you are such a positive role model! Love you and lots of hugs to xxx

This video was as if I was looking into a mirror. Everything you were saying, I've experienced in a similar way. This is why I love the power of KZfaq and social media. Thank you for this Mimi! I love you even more now than I did before! and congratulations! i imagine this was hard to film!

I got to try that heart tool. It sounds very interesting. Wonderful message Mimi :) Thank you for sharing your journey, God bless!

Thank you, Mimi. Have a wonderful day, all three of you!

Ahh this is was beautiful - I feel a sense of relief. Thank you being able to share so truthfully. You're so gorgeous! xx

does anyone else get anxiety like feeling lightheaded and hot and headaches and restlessness ? i always hear how people feel like they're having a heart attack with anxiety but i get it so different

I just wanna tell you that this video is literally what I'm feeling right now. I'm in a terrible part of my life and you bring me an emotive moment, I loved this video because now I think I can kill my anxiety and depression and be a new, happy and relaxed person. Thank u so so so so much por this. Literaly your best video for me. You are the best.

Thanks for sharing Mimi. You have no idea how much this Vlog has inspired me. xo

Thank you so much Mimi for sharing this video.

wow this is gonna help SO many ppl :) ur not alone peoplee JESUS ...GOD... can heal everything read the bible

Hey Mimi, I have been watching your video's for a little while, they are very enjoyable! As a mental health practitioner I wanted to put it out there that Anxiety and Depression are different in their symptoms and treatment, though a person can suffer from both at the same time it is useful to differentiate the two. Most do not overcome or solve their mental health challenges but in time learn to recognize it in themselves and get better at managing it through their life. Just like meditation is a holistic treatment option and a wonderful way to maintain clarity and balance so is individual and group therapy along medication. The recipe of what will work is different for each and most need someone to help them figure it out. I don't like that our society provides medication at the first expression of emotional challenge as a bandage solution, but it does serve a purpose as part of a treatment when deemed appropriate or necessary. Often it is a long difficult journey to even accept that they have depression or anxiety. I wanted to express this so the way you shared your feelings wont perpetuate stereotypes that people have which increase their resistance to any treatment and instead continually suffer. In my experience many have strong convictions against medication and therapy but also don't have the discipline it requires, especially when they are depressed, to eat right, meditate, do yoga or even get out of the house for a walk so it becomes a catch 22 they get stuck with. Also, therapy is just like any other consumer product, many variables go into choosing someone or a structure. Often, I find that people need information and education on how to access therapy, make it work for them and evaluate the outcome. And finally, please note that there is immediate gratification that can come from opening up to someone and talking about your feelings but please don't feel that it is supposed to be helpful in lieu of "treatment". There are risks to doing that as well, if you don't get the feedback, help, or validation you need a person can become more and more vulnerable in their mental state and feel more alone. As friends and family we are not taught how to respond to someone who is really suffering or relate to what they are trying to share, much less know how to help them. You have a lot of courage putting your experience out there. What I would encourage people to do is to start somewhere, don't worry about the labels or if what you are feeling is depression or not. if you don't know where to start see if your doctor or insurance provider can help guide you by linking you with a Social Worker to discuss it with. I hope that you get someone invested in your care, but if you don't ask for someone else. There are many community agencies that can help guide the process as well.

I think you're my new best friend. I found you on KZfaq today just by chance and this is my 3rd video so far. You're exactly what I needed right now. Thank you!

So proud of you mimi for sharing your story with us. You're gonna really help people. I love you!

I am soooo excited to put my kids to bed get some tea and watch this tonight yay!!!! X

Thank you so much for sharing this and for all of the resources you provided. This couldn't have come at a better time for me. I realize that in the past i have started different practices to help my body , or mind, but I never thought about these things as things I needed to help me be my best self so I would stop, and be inconsistent and then I would go back down a spiral of sadness, and anxiety. I love what you shared about taking care of ourselves in order for us to be able to live out our purpose. You have definitely made an impact on my life already in the short time of subscribing to you Mimi, thank you for shining your light!

Thank you, Mimi! This was beautiful and so helpful!

I was choked up during this entire video. I needed to see this video Mimi because I am going through something very similar. And for a long time, I didn't know why I was feeling this way. I felt that something was wrong with me. I would even beat myself up for experiencing the side effects of whatever this is--side effects being the lethargy and so fourth. I think I had my first panic attack / emotions attack a couple days ago. I'm so glad you shared your story. It has helped me. Thank you for providing information about how to heal as well. You have know idea how much this video has impacted my life moving forward.

I am sitting in my car. Just got to work and I am so grateful you made this and that it spoke of non-prescription healing. I am currently on three medications to help me function. I woke up at 3:45 today and I decided I no longer want to have anxiety and depression and I decided I am going to start healing today. Thank you. I almost cried when you said meditation is not easy because I have quit on it because I couldn't calm my mind instantly. I seek quiet and stillness. The retreat you mentioned sounds blissful. Thank you so much.

I'm honestly speechless. This is one of the best, most incredibly helpful videos I've ever watched. I absolutely love how honest you are with your story and your advice. You are officially my favourite KZfaqr

Thanks for making this video Mimi! Absolutely loved it. It was amazing to find out how you overcame all that. Much love xx

Hey this is pretty awesome thanks.... For your video 😊