What I Needed to Hear to Avoid a Nervous Breakdown

It really does help to hear somebody tells me it will be OK, you will get better, this is not permanent. The mornings are hard for me. Especially after a sleepless night.

Douglas I've just watched this video and you tell the story of asking your friend to re-assure you until you get yourself out of your dark hopeless moments. When my moments of darknees and anxiety come I revisit YOUR videos and listen to your advice and re-assurance.Although we have never met I consider you a very important friend who gives me hope when I get down and feel lost.And I want to thank you for being there.Stay well and positive.

Friends like this are priceless.

I always come back to you Douglas if I am tested. Your messages are like an angel in my corner

I am currently living my darkest days, yet it's not due to any outside forces. It's all in my head. My struggle with coping and acceptance has manifested into isolation and agoraphobia. I am thankfully going to be getting ECT treatments in the near future to help lift my darkness. I appreciate all of these videos as they help put my condition into perspective. Take care.

You have no idea how many people you are helping Douglas by providing this powerful technique. Whatever challenge you are currently facing, I'm quite certain you will be fine. And thank you for your help and support.

I like the one quote by I think Maya Angelou - people will for get what you say or what you teach them but they won't forget how you made them feel. I have to remember that because I get so caught up in learning new techniques and modalities and trying to apply them to each client and at the end of the day they probably just want somebody's compassion and presence

Thank you for sharing such personal moments in your life. Much appreciated, Douglas.

Thank you Douglas, I'm glad you have stayed here to help us out by sharing your story, and I send you happiness and love, appreciation and hugs as well 💗 I have a saying on my fridge (magnet) "A misty morning does not indicate a foggy day."

I have panic and depression from losing my mother and from having a relationship with a cruel male narcissist......I hope these words help

Thanks for sharing this, Douglas. I appreciate your vulnerability in sharing a recent/current struggle. I agree with Mike- you'll get through this. Thanks for all you do!

Wow, what a powerful support system you have with Mike🥺

Douglas, I truly hope you are well, the gift of your channel is that it provides a community base to rest on, on the days when i and others feel like we are free falling, into that dark place, I think you are one of the bravest men I’ve never met , please keep on keeping on. You really do matter xx

Yeah, I know what it's like to wake up in a panic. I've been suffering for 20 years now (since age 17). But I finally think things are going to change for me. For one, medication helps tremendously. I've tried dozens in my life, but mostly when I was young. When I got older, I became a serious alcoholic. I thought the cycle would never end. But I finally feel like I don't need to drink, now that I'm taking Prozac and gabapentin. Honestly, I take when needed, and it gets me pretty buzzed. But I don't crave it. Way healthier than alcohol (and cheaper). Also, stress has reduced, because I'm pretty sure I've gotten disability, first try. Didn't expect that. Best wishes to everyone. Medication helps a ton. It will give you the strength and calmness to improve your life. I never thought I'd be a "depression survivor", but I'm really looking forward to all the great things I'm gonna do in my life! Agh, I can't resist saying one more thing. A big motivation for suicide is anger over your life, and against the world. Perhaps the hardest is thinking of your own stupid mistakes, inability to see, or just plain misfortune. But sadly.... the world doesn't care. You can only pick up the pieces, learn from it, and try to make whatever small difference you can. And don't beat yourself up for being a coward. It's really easy to wish you were dead. It's much harder to actually do it. I've been trapped in that loop for 20 years and I'm sick of it. It's not gonna happen. I don't necessarily regret my path, but it's time now to move on. And thankfully, life will be comfortable enough to do so. Get help, and make the changes that you know need to happen. Kill your anger and self-hate with medication. You can indeed get rid of that pain in your chest.

Thank you so much for sharing your raw and real struggles, it helps me SO much to watch and listen to your videos and podcast. You have a very warm and reassuring voice and I appreciate everything you do to try to help others who are going through similar struggles. I listen to your podcasts multiple times when I'm going through painful times and it always helps. I'm so grateful to have found your book, videos and podcast. I really do not think there is anyone else doing what you're doing, it's a lifesaver for many I'm sure. People in pain want to connect with others who truly get it and we know you really get it. Thank you.

I am going through a really difficult time and I find this video very helpful and comforting- thank you for sharing.

Fantastic doug l hope you are feeling well.l think you are kind and very inspiring person .

One day at a time! You will find peace, Douglas--I believe it!

Another brilliant video, thank you ❤

Thank you so much. I’ve been following your channel & I appreciate you sharing your personal experience. I’m not alone, Thank you.