▲ (Picture/Screenshot from the video of Mrs. Science’s fan page)
“Hi, how are you doing today?” is the signature phrase used by YouTuber Mrs. Science to greet everyone in the video every time. It has a unique calmness and catchphrase. Her clear explanation of simple life science made her instantly famous in 2018, and she has accumulated more than one million subscriptions so far. On the night of 11/28, Mrs. Rico issued a "hibernation declaration" without warning, stating that due to the physical and mental health of herself and her husband John, she would take a short break in the future.
Many fans felt distressed as soon as the video was released, because compared to the past, Mrs. Science and John were indeed much more haggard, and even their speech was a little unclear. However, she still made a lot of great points in the video, so the editor decided to sort out some of them and add her own thoughts to share them with you:
1. About medical treatment for depression
There are many reasons for depression, including genetics, personality, and stress. , trauma, etc. may accumulate invisibly, driving them to explode one day or another. In John’s case, according to Mrs. Science’s mention in the film, John’s lack of serotonin secretion and hormonal imbalance in his brain made him prone to anxiety and excessive worry. If it has affected the normal operation of body functions and cannot be solved by others' encouragement and optimism, you must consider seeking medical treatment.
Many people always think that going to a psychiatrist/psychiatrist will mean that they will be diagnosed with a disease and labeled as mentally ill, so they are unwilling to seek help. But in fact, treating mental illness is like "a broken hand will go away" "Treatment", the diagnosis and prescription issued by a professional psychiatrist are only to treat insomnia, reduce anxiety, and avoid aggravation of symptoms such as palpitations, so that you can return to normal and continue your life without hindrance, nothing more.
2. Vulnerability does not mean incompetence
Worldly perspectives and labels can easily make people feel inferior and inferior. Especially patients with mental illness are more likely to fall into negative emotions, fearing that they will be a failure in life because of their illness. , worried that others will see the dark side of their psychology. But the editor agrees with what Mrs. Science said: "Vulnerability does not mean incompetence." It's just that the social framework does not allow us to show the side of ourselves that performs poorly.
Just like standing up bravely when you fall down, just accept treatment generously when you are sick. It's no big deal. You don't need to blame yourself too much for not being strong enough, and there is no need for others to talk about what happened!
3. Your own feelings are always the most important
Mrs. Science shared that at the age of 32, like most people, she still often feels hesitant about the future, unsure of where to go, and afraid of being compared by the public. ,criticize. Often our pressure comes from external expectations and the opinions of others, which prevents us from making choices according to our inner will. We are afraid to leave our jobs, are afraid to disclose our sexual orientation, and do things we don't agree with.
However, looking back and thinking about it carefully, it is true that the public has given a set of benchmarks for comments, but they are not the parties involved in the incident. The only person who bears these feelings is themselves. Therefore, when you realize that you are unhappy and not free, then leave without mercy! The world is so big, there must be a place for it. The most important thing is that when you start to care about your own feelings, others will have the opportunity to understand you.
3 small exercises to make yourself fulfilled and happy:
1. Establish a sense of ritual for life and regain control of life
Modern people’s lives are busy. Do you often feel at a loss and powerless, going to and from work over and over again? After breakfast, lunch, dinner, and then start the next day without a taste of food? This feeling of being pushed around by life often makes people feel that life is terrible because you have lost the control of your life. At this time, you might as well set one or two goals and daily must-dos, and live passively. Instead, take the initiative to make arrangements. Although the result may be to complete certain things, the state of mind will be completely different!
2. Write down the big and small things worth remembering every day. These are wonderful proofs of living.
Many times we feel tired and dissatisfied with life because we have never carefully examined what we already have. Through every day's notes can help you find these. The record here can be a photo, a sentence, or a story. If you look back after a while, you will find that although the life is a bit depressing, there are still sweet parts. For example, blogger Zhou Yun shares today’s short record on social media every day #365riceandshine.
3. Find the value of your existence, you are irreplaceable.
In addition to recording the big and small things in life, whenever you find your own advantages, even if they are very small, you can record them. This is not only self-understanding, but also What a great way to find your self-worth! When you recognize what is different from others, you will love yourself more and be proud of yourself.
Recently, Korean actresses Sulli and Goo Hara have chosen to end their lives due to depression, which makes people feel infinite emotions. Life is such a long journey. If you get off the bus halfway, you will not be able to see the beautiful scenery in the future. As long as you are alive, you will always have hope! If you have been feeling a little numb recently and are becoming increasingly unhappy physically and mentally, I hope this article can help you in a small way.
