Overcoming Anxiety — The 3 Things That Got Me Past It

Raelan you have been my guiding light in recovery from ME/CFS! Without you I don't know where I would be today. I still have a long way to go but you have given me hope that no one else did. And because of the pandemic, the support I was referred for never materialised. So I would have been lost. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ♥️

Thank you for being frank, real and self-revelatory. Brutal honesty with compassion is the breath of life.

Yes, we have all been there! Let me just say that I'm enjoying your book and getting lots of great ideas. Although it's challenging, I am beginning to experience a small change. I'm beginning to let my body dictate the pace rather than my mind. And most importantly, I am beginning to dream of a brighter future! Over the years I have tried to live within my limits, without believing that I could reach beyond my present state because of the messaging around ME/CFS. Raelan, your vulnerability and story of recovery is an important one, and such a gift to others! I think anyone battling this disease is courageous. I am grateful that you take the time out of your very busy life to share your story with us. I don't understand why people are negative. I just don't get it. 🙏

This is so fascinating to watch. I’m 99% sure you won’t remember me, but we actually went to high school together, and—granted, it was 29473728 years ago—but I always remembered you in a way that was entirely unlike how you described your high school experience. I think that’s an amazing indication of how we, especially those of us who came from the generation in which we grew up, had to pretend we were okay even when we weren’t. And sometimes, it’s so dangerously convincing that nobody ever asks if you’re actually okay—it definitely never occurred to me that you were dealing with things that that were bubbling below the surface. I ran across this channel because an ex of mine found your work so helpful and so comforting for dealing with what she battled. And I haven’t seen or even spoken to you since the early 90s, but I’m so weirdly glad that you not just got past your own struggles, but you’re also providing your time and energy towards helping others who are dealing with the same difficulties. For what it’s worth, I was always left with the impression that you were incredibly kind, and I’m unexpectedly happy to see that you still are.

Them bullies were clearly jealous of you Raelan, you were beautiful (still are) .... jealousy definitely jealousy!

Thank you for opening up - your right, you are not alone in your feelings.

Thanks Raelan. I can totally understand your anxiety as that’s what is keeping me stuck with CFS but I found your ways of letting it go really helpful. I’ll give them a try this week. Julia x

Always great videos, thank you 🙏 we are all very inspired by you Raelan!

I’ve dealt with anxiety for years, getting a handle on it finally! I love your channel and find you to be lovely, real and very informative. I’ve used many of your tips and tools for my ME/ CFS recovery. Keep up the good work 👍

You make me feel better just by listening to you, thank you, this was helpful as always

Thank you, Raelan!! I needed to hear this today. I really appreciate all that you do for all of us. Your work is such an incredible gift. Thank you for being so real and so supportive to so many!!!!

Feelings of low self-worth. Oof that hit the spot. That bachelor's/master's degree example is literally me the last 5 years. But! Let us also not forget that trauma (what I like to call "injuries") also cause stuck survival energy that manifests as MAJOR anxiety in the body. Releasing that is hugely important

I suffered with heightened anxiety and panic attacks back in the mid 90's are two life changing events very close together. Looking back now I don't think it's ever left me as I still get quite anxious now over simple tasks like attending medical appointments. Suffering with ME/CFS hasn't helped as I can get anxious over outside influences such as world events. I'm working on this daily and daily meditation is helping a lot.as is restorative light movements like stretching.

Thanks for sharing your story. So happy you are feeling so much more comfortable now! Could you please link to books/talk if you still remember where you got your insights from? Just like recovering from CFS I think there are so many ways to overcome anxiety and inner stress, and I always love getting new perspectives on this 😊

Oooh I loved that vid. The last point is super important to expose yourself to difficult situations and get out of your comfort zone. I found that helps greatly. It's just actually doing it that sometimes is a challenge! Also, the outtakes were hilarious! I wasn't expecting that 😂 Sirens!! 😅 Dan x

A great video, Raelan😊Thank you🌸

You are awesome!

Thanks for this video Raelan. Very interesting. I also used to wake up hungry at 03:00. Intermittent fasting / restricted feeding window has relieved me of my constant sugar cravings. I’m sure it has decreased my cortisol levels too, so also good for stress / anxiety.

Realan, I just love your videos giving so much advise and hope, I am happy having found you here. Your are so authentic and inspiring, I really appreciate that. Thanks for sharing your story, for your interviews and your compassion for us suffering. One question as I am not an English speaker: what is the difference between anxiety and fear? I thougt it is mainly the same, but on a spectrum...

Very helpful! Thank you so much! 💜💜💜