IN TODAYS VIDEO, I get susceptible about my very own psychological well being. I hope you by no means really feel alone and that so many individuals love you! Presently hyper-fixated on ADHD so in case you are an grownup that has it, I’d love to speak!!! Thanks for letting me share this with you.
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Thank you for being open and honest. These are the best types of posts that make a difference for anyone who is struggling. You are appreciated more than you know.
I appreciate your openness so much. This vlog really touched me as we've been dealing with my teenage son's new diagnosis with ADHD. He has had SO many of the same struggles as you have, and it's been so hard to navigate as a parent. THANK YOU for sharing…I'm literally tearing up that you are so kind to share this with us.
I have anxiety and panic attacks so hearing you talking about mental is amazing.
I'm on wellbutrin too! I was going through something similar a few years ago and the medicine definitely helped. I'm much more stable now that i've been going to therapy and taking meds together. It works really well for me, but I hope it helps you 💖
I appreciate your vulnerability to share your experience. You are not alone. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your vulnerability and openness about this topic! As someone that has worked in mental health for years, I sometimes forget how stigmatized it can be. But I promise you, you are not alone! So many people struggle with similar issues but we would never know because it’s not commonly talked about. When I started being more open about my own mental health journey, I realized so many people are struggling silently.
And about starting medication- it can be scary. But remember it’s not necessarily forever. It can be LIFE CHANGING. I personally have been going to therapy for 3 years consistently and on medication for at least a year and a half. (For reference, I was diagnosed with depression, ADD, and complex PTSD.) It seriously saved my life and I’m such a better person for it. Highly suggest!!
Good luck on your healing journey. ❤
Thank you for sharing, I don't think I have the balls to start YouTube like you and you feel those emotions. Props to you girl! I've been feeling the same way since middle school to currently in college failed 2 classes twice and retaking them. I am not prescribed but I am helping bettering myself step by step everyday. It’s doesn’t get fixed in seconds it takes time. The only person I can actually express myself is to my boyfriend and I thank him for always being there even though sometimes he may not understand but yet he still try’s to do things to help with me 💙 thank you again for sharing!!! There’s so much to say about this situation but I’d rather keep it small and sweet lol…To many more success and taking care of our mental health and to be better for ourselves for our future!! 🫶🤝
Hey Kathy! 2016-2018 were the worst mental health years I’ve ever gone through. Once it got to the point where I was crying pretty much every day on my way home from work, I knew I had to do something. I’ve been on antidepressants since 2018 and my life has drastically improved. I know it’s not a fix-all for everyone but I hope yours really continue to help you. I’ll be the first to admit that you always came off (to me) as a very bubbly, has-it-all-together kind of person so that just goes to show that you really can’t know what someone is going through.
Hope you and the fam are doing great 🩷
Thank you for sharing your journey! This is so relatable for me and just hearing a similar experience makes me feel less alone. You are making a huge impact❤ Also, can’t wait for your classroom set up!🎉
Not only you are doing this for yourself but also your daughters. You are being an example to them on how important it is to take care of yourself first! It will get better and as time passes you will learn strategies that could benefit them too! Remember it is a process and always give yourself grace ❤
Teacher/mama in San Diego here as well! I am literally going through the exact thing as you this summer…finally deciding to make myself go to the doctor and follow through with building support to be a better me. Fingers crossed for a positive experience like yours!
Quite possibly my favorite video of yours ❤️ My mind was always racing and chaotic and I would quickly break down when overwhelmed and overstimulated. I lost both grandparents and went through a miscarriage within a couple months last year. My doctor prescribed Lexapro and it was a game changer. After having our first child this past February, Lexapro wasn’t cutting it anymore. Now I’m on Zoloft and it’s helping so much. Just be open to changing medicines and dosage if you notice things aren’t feeling right, especially with hormone changes.
I’m so glad you feel better! I wanted to ask if you have experienced any of the emotional blunting or apathy symptoms some people experience. I tried Zoloft for a couple of days and had to stop because I just felt numb. When I didn’t get that warm fuzzy feeling when my kids saw me after a long day of teaching I knew it wasn’t right for me. I have horrible anxiety and experience the same things you mentioned not being able to make appointments. I have a really hard time leaving the house for anything other than work. I can’t even go shopping because I have anxiety about making a meal plan then grocery list and forgetting something. It’s overwhelming at times.
I went on Wellbutrin last year. I could hardly make it through the day without tears. I was afraid I was losing my mind. After being on meds, I feel back to normal. It doesn’t mask my personality, it allows it to shine. I feel much more even keel. Best wishes!
Be patient yourself 🙂 you have gone through a lot!!! Staring your career, two pregnancies close together, moving across the country, moving into a house while working, etc!! Lots of changes
Watch @teachinginpearls – she’s also a fabulous teacher and did a whole series on her time taking Wellbutrin.
Oh my gosh this is what I needed. I love you so much more for talking openly about this ❤ how does this affect your job? I have job hopped every year since I was about 18. My adhd is horrible when it comes to employment and I so wish it didn’t. I also suffer from bipolar depression on top of the adhd.
Thank you for this. I messaged you about it. I can really relate!!!
I had Wellbutrin last year but it spiked my heart rate to dangerous limits and had palpitations. It didn’t work for me but we are all different and we’ll never know unless we try. Hope you feel better!
I am right there with you. Prayers. Wellbutrin work well but if you feel it not working you can always try something else. I take Celexa.also they start you low and you work up to what you need to feel better. Takes a month for full results. Therapy also helps so much. One day at a time.
Therapy has SAVED my life!
when are you going back to the class room?
Kathy I am SO proud of you. I know parts of this video must have been hard to film but overall it was so uplifting and I’m so glad you shared it for the benefit of not only yourself but others feeling the same 🤍 I love our chats on teachergram, and this video felt like real heart to heart chatting with a friend 🥰
Teacher/Mama in SoCal as well. I’ve struggled with anxiety throughout all of my adult life, and have been on antidepressants a time or two. Taking the time this summer to address my mental health struggles as well. Love your posts!
I’m a mental health counselor and I just wanted to say don’t feel like you need to go on medication immediately because your doctor prescribed it after one appointment. However, there’s nothing wrong with going on medication if it’s what you want!! I appreciate your openness and authenticity in this video ❤️❤️❤️
Hi..I want to be a teacher and I am new mom.. I find myself relating to you in some ways but also learning new things that may apply to my future..and I just want you to know that I appreciate you sharing your story. It’s so refreshingly human in this social media world of perfect appearances.
Thank you 🙏🏽
Ugh I can relate to some things you talked about. Like how you’re always late. I’m like that everyday and it really makes my anxiety levels rise. I can’t wait for classroom set up to come! They are my favourite kind of vlogs. I really hope you can keep going and believe in yourself even if times are tough! ❤
It's ok to get mental health help I struggle with anxiety and bi polar and anger issues and depression
Girl! I’m on team a depression, anxiety and adhd too! I’ve seen the signs in you for 2 years. Wellbutrin really helps me but. Over the last 25 years I’ve tried a lot of different meds. You are brave for opening up. Thanks!
I used to have moments were I was sad/depressed and then got better and forgot about it. I'm happy you didn't ignore the symptoms anymore and sought help. I was terrified to get on medication as well, but I had a psychiatrist explain it to me like this: "people who battle diabetes or cancer, they take medication and don't think twice about it. Why should it be any different for someone who has a mental illness?" That completely changed my outlook on medicating for your mental health because it's the same thing people go through with their physical health issues. They take meds to take care of their health, it shouldn't be any different for us to explore that as a resource for our health issue. I don't take Wellbutrin, but I have been taking Sertraline and it has been a game changer. Some people don't get lucky succeeding w/ meds on their first try, but if you work with your psychiatrist, you can find one that works for you. If meds don't work (which they don't for everyone and that's okay), stick with a consistent schedule w/your therapist. Talk therapy is extremely beneficial! Sending love from washington
thank you