what I do on high-anxiety days (to try to feel better)

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Жыл бұрын

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@fleurishes35mm Жыл бұрын

Sometimes doing the bare minimum to avoid having a mental breakdown is the most productive and constructive thing you can do

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

i agree😌

@hexfloo Жыл бұрын

I am an introvert, I loooove being alone at home, work from home, etc. BUT I find myself spiraling into anxiety and sadness if I’m at home alone for a long period of time. I get you! Feel well soon 🍀💚

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

i feel the same way

@jokesonyou222 Жыл бұрын

Literally same

@np4419 Жыл бұрын

Same here

@livelytay5571 Жыл бұрын

A lot of times I get extra anxious simply because of my anxiety and not knowing WHY I feel anxious. I recently saw a TED talk that basically explained that thinking of anxiety as your worst enemy is never going to help. But if you think of it as a way your body is taking care of you by trying to prepare you for what's to come, you begin to kind of accept it and the relationship between your mind and body isn't as bad. I've been trying it, and it doesn't help all of the time (bc you can't just stop anxiety) but it definitely helps in a lot of situations. :)

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

i’ll have to find that ted talk it sounds helpful😊

@TheOneAndOnlySomeIrishDude Жыл бұрын

Before I started medication for my anxiety, I would take baths to ease a flare up. Especially if breath was hard to come by, then adding eucalyptus to the water was a life saver. I'm with you in them trenches, gurl.

@meganpoppy_884 Жыл бұрын

Lavender oil bubble baths are a game changer !☺️

@wemdoto4201 Жыл бұрын

Do you recommend anxiety medication?

@TheOneAndOnlySomeIrishDude Жыл бұрын

@@wemdoto4201 It changed my life so yes but also talk to your Dr. about which one is good for you and dosage, different people have different needs and different reactions to medication.

@chiaralinnea4335 Жыл бұрын

oh that's a great tip! The feeling of not being able to breathe properly is the worst, especially since it leads to even ~ more anxiety. Need to try it

@maeveokay Жыл бұрын

What you’re talking about at 9:00 is called radical acceptance!! Once I figured it out and starting trying to practice it, my depression/anger about being depressed got a lot better. I still feel like it’s unfair and difficult, but it’s easier to accept it and live with it instead of fighting it. A friend also mentioned to me that it can be helpful to view it as a disability; instead of not being able to do something, you just do things differently. Really resonated with this video, it was great!!!

@authenticallyadhd Жыл бұрын

YESSS was thinking this too about radical acceptance!

@risika Жыл бұрын

I heard in a podcast that said, “it’s important to live life by design rather than emotion. Basically, sticking to a routine is what allows us to be the healthiest version of ourselves (especially when you're fighting these demons ex. OCD for me). I’ve had to overhaul how I approach taking care of my brain (exercise, journaling, studying etc) by practising mediocre consistency. Now I try to put in consistent 40-60% effort into my journaling habit - to make sure I do it I began recording it and posting it on my yt channel. After a really bad depression phase I started to believe I couldn’t change and I’d feel that horrible forever. Historically I have a habit of going too hard, not being able to sustain the Herculean effort, giving up and hating myself. So now I’m trying to give a small, consistent mediocre effort everyday. And its crazy how it adds up. I’m still figuring out how to be a person again, reintegrate into society but right now I have a solid foundation that I’ve never had before.

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

i love this advice and i definitely agree - having a few consistent habits is so helpful

@risika Жыл бұрын

@@basicallyreese I definitely felt hopless as I realized my mental illness was not magically healing despite my life getting better. But this idea of mediocre consistency is the first thing in years that I felt like I could actually have as a goal that wasn't just about external accomplishment.

@chiaralinnea4335 Жыл бұрын

this is so interesting!

@hv97 Жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing this. staying consistent at something feels almost impossible for me. when I get paralyzed with anxiety I can't do anything other than the bare minimum such as getting up in the morning, eating and showering. my brain just doesn't allow me to read, write, study, watch a movie or do pretty much anything. i've had a pretty consistent routine where I used to read at least 10 minutes every day and it was amazing, i've managed to read so many books over the course of like a year and a half. and now I've been in an anxious/depressed episode for a few months and I completely stopped reading. my brain just can't, i feel so overwhelmed at the thought of even starting to read again, as if something bad is gonna happen if i return to it. anxiety is a b***h. how did you manage to make yourself a routine and stick to it? because for me, the thought of making a routine for myself sounds like i'm constraining my time and days - which is wrong and I'm aware of it, but my anxiety is like: if you make yourself do this and that for this much time each day you're restricting yourself and possibly robbing yourself of some new and spontaneous experiences that could happen daily. 😔

@risika Жыл бұрын

@@hv97 I totalllly feel you. The way I was able to develop consistency or even the ability to try was when I realized I needed to drop my expectations. If casey niestat calls his vlogs, films - I'm going to call 1min of stretching a workout. And Im not going to feel bad about it. If trying to eat healthy, is just eating a baked potato every day it's better than not eating. When I dropped any sort of expectation from my goals and just focused on completion, It really helped free me from the anxiety. It felt waaay lest constraining and actually doable. As for spontaneity - once I realized the goal was just movement, I actually felt free-er because I realized I could do anything. And after a while of doing it me and my brain realized some small bits of consistency actually made me more spontaneous during the rest of my day. Also lowering expectations made me less harsh on my self when I can't do anything, its also been an exercise in compassion because I see how unrealistic and mean I've been to myself. Overtime I've found myself doing a bit more each day because its human to innovate! Lastly, hang in there! I can see that you're trying your best, and you want more for yourself but if I've learned anything from my own depression, right now what you need is your own support. Doing the bare minimum when you're in a dark place is hard, and moving through depression and anxiety is never given the appreciation its warranted,

@Mymakermovie77 Жыл бұрын

I kinda like seeing other people dealing with their anxiety, because I know I'm not alone in that sense. I hope you will feel better soon tho!!

@thatonegyal7536 Жыл бұрын

this came out at the perfect time I'm back at school on Monday and my anxiety has been sky high and I haven't really been able to do things properly for a bit because of it. I think this will motivate and reassure people that they aren't the only one. take care ml x

@KimberlysS89 Жыл бұрын

Today I came home from my therapy session and I was feeling rough. I randomly found this video and have been watching your videos all day. They've been really cheering me up and I feel less alone. I can relate to a lot of things you say and I love the way you approach things. You really inspire me to be more creative and have fun with everyday life. Thanks 💕

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

🥹💗

@kathrinshavrana3930 Жыл бұрын

i dont have anxiety issues but there are always one week in a month where i dont wanna talk to people and be with myself. those are days when people think you are depressed but its not and me thinking abt their assumptions abt me definitely worries me, and what i do : i watch movies and series tons of them and just forget about ongoing situation in my life and enjoy the onscreen happenings and bts. after 2 or 3 days, i am back to normal and start chit chatting with everyone. Movies have been real help to not fall in lone depressive world but communicate my brain with so much stuff and learn new things in the world. So, if u have anxiety or any such issues watch good movies even emotional ones, backed with great lessons that will make your worries small and force you to deal with ur life. loads of love from Nepal. reese

@Mckennaswansonmusic Жыл бұрын

When I first found your channel, I thought it would be like unrealistic lifestyle videos, but as I’ve watched you I’ve seen myself relate to you more and more. I just love how real you are and how you don’t gloss over things that aren’t “aesthetic”. You’re raw and true and that’s something I love about you and your channel

@authenticallyadhd Жыл бұрын

Isn't it SUCH a relief? I feel this same way about Reese!!

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

thank you🥹💗

@Mckennaswansonmusic Жыл бұрын

@@basicallyreese of course :)

@laurawarburton Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. 😭 I work a full-time time job from home and have two kids (a two and four-year-old) and have been struggling with anxiety since my first was born. It is so refreshing to hear someone speak so candidly about their mental health and it's SO relatable. ❤️

@Anxiouscustomer Жыл бұрын

So glad you’re talking about anxiety/depression/mental health. Cleaning definitely helps with my anxiety along with journaling, forcing myself out of the house, and adult coloring books are everything!!!!!

@branchk 6 ай бұрын

just found this cuz my anxiety is really bad today and then hearing you mention one direction i am 10000% subscribing!!!!

@MsRizz100 Жыл бұрын

I have severe anxiety/ selective mutism to the point where i throw up and get sick in the morning + gas ) and its horrible and cant speak. So thank you for this, i appreciate it lots and i can use this to help modify things to help combat mt anxiety tysm girlie ❤❤❤

@lea Жыл бұрын

i literally opened youtube cause i felt like i'm gonna have a full on anxiety attack in the next few minutes. This video helped me SOOOOO much!! Thank you!!! Sending u much love

@mla1348 Жыл бұрын

This couldn’t have come at a better time, I love you videos thank you for being you

@margaritadankova5061 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. You helped me clear my mind a little bit, I needed it so desperately. Love all of your videos

@bexasaurusbex Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting videos like this, it really helps ❤

@gemmajackson1575 Жыл бұрын

i appreciate your honesty and authenticity, it’s so comforting ❤️

@jasmine3064 Жыл бұрын

Found your channel a few days ago and your energy is so comforting!

@charlottekropf2779 Жыл бұрын

I’m watching this after a rough day. And morning. Thank you.

@anoushkahem Жыл бұрын

the timing of this video is IMMACULATE! thank you for being you reese

@livingasleslie Жыл бұрын

We relate so much with the anxiety! I always tell myself why me. I feel like it ruins good vibes with my family and friends and relationships but I just hope it goes away as the years go by 😭 new subscriber here 💖

@ashleynicole2458 Жыл бұрын

So glad I woke up early today!! I love your videos and how honest and true you are!!!!

@mimstarkgaryen6182 Жыл бұрын

I’m getting my thyroid removed in a couple of days and my anxiety is sky high so I feel ya sis, keep creating your amazing content that’ll keep me warm during my recovery 😍🥰😻😘

@a.e5220 Жыл бұрын

thank you so much for making this and showing your day of just existing. it's hard to remember that i'm not the only one and it is so okay to just be

@MariJadeWrites Жыл бұрын

I am getting a bit more anxious these days as uni started today and having tea and reading a book for a bit is my savior right now. ☺️

@mkrame Жыл бұрын

It’s so weird to suggest a medication to someone but I have debilitating anxiety / borderline OCD and my doctor put me on fluxovamine and it changed my life. I went from not being able to leave my house to wanting to go to parties and see my friends and family

@florence_dejesus Жыл бұрын

This couldn't have come at a better time right now thank you queen 🤍🥺

@anushhkam Жыл бұрын

stoppp, the way i have been feeling so anxious the entire time this week has been crazy, really needed this video thank you!!

@saraabad9447 Жыл бұрын

Sending you lots of love! 💜 I hope you are feeling better now.

@prerza Жыл бұрын

found ur video randomly, exactly when i needed it, 💚 thank u :)

@lundseme Жыл бұрын

I’ve been feeling really crappy lately and this video both calmed and motivated me at the same time. Thank you. Just found your channel a couple of weeks ago and really enjoy your videos about mental health especially.

@jeannelle_ Жыл бұрын

Love this! I also like to clean and organize things when I’m feeling anxious. It makes me feel better and it helps me set the tone for the rest of the week.

@cherrycolafunk Жыл бұрын

we have the same high anxiety day morning routine and just hearing you talk about your anger and frustration was so real thank you for this video

@thedarkmjollnirgodofthunde7442 Жыл бұрын

I always look forward to your videos they are so relaxing.

@priyankashah9643 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this. I needed this. 😀

@gabyintothewild Жыл бұрын

Wow Reese I have been feeling the same at that awkward moment during the day, when my morning routine is done, but it's too early to start thinking about dinner and my night routine... it's always when my anxiety is at its worst, and I never quite put my finger on it before watching your video! Thank you for always being real 🙏❤✨

@cay.cayleigh Жыл бұрын

I love watching ur videos. They bring me so much comfort and relaxation 🥰 you are so amazing 💕💕💕💕💕

@CozyWithJosie Жыл бұрын

I find your videos so soothing, thank you for making them ❤ I love how openly you talk about your mental health, it is so important we normalize this! I really relate to your little trilogy of yoga, meditation and journaling, all of these have helped me so much over the years with my mental health as well. And what you said about releasing anger about having to deal with these things is also so important, I found that acceptance is such a big part of coping with mental illness. Lots of love!! 🥰

@rachel.m Жыл бұрын

thanks for this video, this is how I've been feeling lately so this was really helpful ❤️❤️

@tflynn6175 Жыл бұрын

Found your channel at the perfect time, just started anxiety suppressants again ❤️ brb gonna binge every vid

@darbeymartin3465 Жыл бұрын

This is the first video of yours I’ve come across and I really like your energy! Headphones & music are must haves for days like those.

@Lordirce Жыл бұрын

I just wanted to thank you so much for this video and for your energy, my anxiety has been over the moon lately and this video and you has help me calm down, I feel so gratefull, sending you much love

@rachelmcgown3923 Жыл бұрын

I totally resonate with what you were talking about when you were journaling! I used to let my anxiety and depression spiral and would feel anger toward them, but now I think of myself as just observing it and accepting it. It still doesn’t feel good, but it’s so much more manageable. Thanks for sharing! ❤️

@anaghaaravinda3486 Жыл бұрын

Reese this video couldn't have come at a better time been in a rut for like 1 week now thank you for kinda helping me get over it. lots of love from India

@laurawhite8216 Жыл бұрын

Trust Reese to bring the relatable content right on timeeeee

@jazziejazzrailowal Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed what you had to say about not getting angry about having anxiety as it just adds to that negative cycle of emotions. I've struggled with anxiety myself for 11-12 years and your videos help me feel less alone ❤️

@Maroon58 Жыл бұрын

I love your apartment! Everything looks so good and well designed!

@tatianamolteni7417 Ай бұрын

Thank you for making me realise , and feel, that I am not alone in this, or broken

@Naerii_777 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been getting very anxious and this is literally the video I was looking for

@pomme0472 Жыл бұрын

I was saving this video for my back to school day because I knew I would need it, and I was right Thank you for calming me after an exhausting day, even if it was not your point in the first place :)

@kaylafampp Жыл бұрын

as someone who has anxiety as well, you're right, you just have to let yourself feel it, which I let myself do cause its normal, and to do things to cope with it to help you feel better, anxiety is always gonna be there. This video was honestly comforting.

@taliw7736 Жыл бұрын

comfy glad this was reccommended for me a anxious college girlie

@maybeshawn210 Жыл бұрын

i love your videos

@Cawwmpant Жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping me copy with anxiety🥺💗

@lifebyainge5780 Жыл бұрын

This is so trueee! I literally listen to One Direction songs when I'm cleaning my room or about to have a mental breakdown 😍✨

@prajushagiri3937 Жыл бұрын

I’m kinda new to your channel and I’m just relating to you soo much like soo much. Cleaning is a life saver I end up doing it like all the time when I’m anxious, I suddenly feel like I’m not the only one doing all these crazy things like just randomly. Also you should try drawing or colouring it helps me in just zoning out.

@Andre-lh4zd Жыл бұрын

I could relate so much to this video, thank you for your honesty & realness. Sending love 💓🌿

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

💗💗

@natashaaceart Жыл бұрын

needed this video so much 💛

@bellaeastwood4235 Жыл бұрын

every time you meditate, it’s important to ground yourself afterwards through grounding techniques

@yourcatholicfriend..4198 Жыл бұрын

Omg I was feeling this so much today, I didn't even know about your channel and I just got on KZfaq hoping to find something that would help me and your video was literally the second one on my feed.... Thank you for this video, I am really anxious rn and need this so much

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

yay glad to have you here bestie💗

@hennyisangry Жыл бұрын

Always looking forward to your videos 💙💙

@meganstarz9726 Жыл бұрын

Iv wanted to make my own blog for years so I might do it now. Looking forward to seeing yours soon!! 😊

@e4mi Жыл бұрын

With GAD and CPTSD, I feel this. *hugs* I hope you found something to comfort you. I either go really cozy no matter the temp haha like sweatpants, or the gym. ❤

@authenticallyadhd Жыл бұрын

As a new youtuber with anxiety myself, I look up to you so much as a creator. Thank you so much for the vulnerability and authenticity. Big t-shirt on anxiety days for the winnnnn. Sending lots of love and hope you're hanging in there

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

🫶🏼🫶🏼

@marcelaonyx9201 Жыл бұрын

You look amazing! Evolution! Take it easy on yourself! 💫💫💫💫💫💫

@sadeiofficial Жыл бұрын

Loooove your hair!! ❤️🤌🏾 Also, I walked away with so many helpful tips here!! Gracias & Aloha 🤙🏾 from Hawai’i 🧘🏽‍♀️🪴🪄

@elexasrayne Жыл бұрын

I’m living for the red ❤️

@simran-vk6hl Жыл бұрын

thank you for this vid x

@KalliRachelle-LifestyleVlogger Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel! You're so cute! I've been dealing with a lot of anxiety too today, and your video found me at the right place & time. I think I also needed to see the angel number on your arm. I have 444 tattooed on mine! Thank you for this comforting video 💕. I'm vlogging today too and was starting to lose motivation due to the anxiety, but this gave me the boost I needed to finish my video. I can't wait to see more of your content, girl! ✨

@natalierivera4350 Жыл бұрын

Smiling even though I’m shaking with anxiety……I felt that so hard 😂. I feel at times that I want to crawl out of my skin when my anxiety is high. I find that keeping myself distracted by doing work, homework, or using fidget toys helps. I work from home for customer service so…yeah lol.

@taliw7736 Жыл бұрын

Love these thanks

@CelineXoxooXoxoOXxox Жыл бұрын

I’m living for your red hair

@pinkplack3837 Жыл бұрын

Love your vidéos ✨💖 and thanks for sharing keep it up 💖

@clairen.5591 Жыл бұрын

I gasped out loud when you showed the floor of your room because my love on tour tote bag is currently on my floor next to my bright green converse as well! And yes, I agree that One Direction is cleaning music.

@whenhelfrozeover 10 ай бұрын

So sorry you're struggling so much with anxiety. Mine is fueled by my PCOS. What has helped me is decreasing the caffeine (i.e. caffeine coffee 2x per week, the rest is decaf) - this actually helped me the most. Then, eating foods that don't spike your blood sugar as much like protein, healthy fat as well as eating in a specific order (veggies first, then protein/fats, save the carbs for last, including dessert). Im not perfect and I don't do this all the time, but when I do, my anxiety like doesn't even exist anymore.

@emiliamegid Жыл бұрын

thank you for posting this and for being so transparent about your struggle. i have REALLY bad anxiety but i feel really alone in it, so finding a creator that doesnt make me feel so alone is amazing. KWEEN

@tejaswinisureshkrishnan4228 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and immediately subscribed! I love this video💗

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

yay welcome!!🫶🏼

@RosyRagDoll Жыл бұрын

I was waiting soooo much for you to appear again on my youtube page 😭😭😭 I haven't use KZfaq in a while and forgot you channel's name and I just remembered that I love your videos so much. I love your content. 🥺❤️❤️

@One_Flew_West 7 ай бұрын

I'm waiting on a call and it's giving me horrible anxiety but your video is helping me stay calm. I also have Virgo placements, Mars and Venus, haha! Thank you, and I hope you felt better x

@Porkys_Butthole Жыл бұрын

I spent 6 hours last Sunday scrubbing my apartment from top to bottom. I was sore and exhausted by the end but it was worth it.

@rubydeconcini278 Жыл бұрын

Had to leave work early today because I had such a massive panic attack, this really truly couldn’t have come at a better time 💕

@nnycps Жыл бұрын

Um pouco todo dia, é LEVEZA GARANTIDA ❤️

@mansoor3159 Жыл бұрын

Hey! Reese your vlogs are too too intresting and I love your vlogs so so much you inspired me so so much and I wish you reach 200K Subscribers very very soon!✨💕☺️

@ph0enix28 Жыл бұрын

02:15 the way I immediately clicked on subscribe as soon as you said that-

@Kitttuuuuu Жыл бұрын

My therapist blessing my soul❤️😘Love from India 🇮🇳

@kaylaflynn5433 Жыл бұрын

I can relate so much

@liancampos Жыл бұрын

Thank you for being so open to us, just to know I am not alone in this 🤍

@noemitellez3098 Жыл бұрын

Your talk @ 9:45 reminds me of The Beatles’s “Let It Be” . It’s a beautiful song if you haven’t heard it already !

@moonbeamars Жыл бұрын

This is not related at all but we have matching dice tattoos hehe! Mine is above my hand. I love this video!! It’s really comforting and i realized i have all the tools i need to make myself feel more calm 💘

@soniczforever5470 11 күн бұрын

I feel physically ill with anxiety right now. Very distressed. Have ptsd. Scared by loud crash at 4 thirty am. I train a lot over 6 hours daily due to bad nerves. Will try the yoga.

@RhiannonT01 Жыл бұрын

appreciate you and your content always miss omgtips

@basicallyreese Жыл бұрын

omgtips😭

@brooklynbaby8951 Жыл бұрын

I loved you're painting videos. If you're still looking for other hobbies, you can try to paint again, It doesn't have to be on a canvas. They inspired me to paint