This is probably the most relatable video on schizophrenia I've ever seen. I was diagnosed at 18, after a year and a half of active psychosis. I'm 46 now. You're doing an amazing thing here, Stephen.
@christopherauretta3438
Жыл бұрын
I very recently discovered your channel. I deeply appreciate your desire to help others in their own psychological journey, your ability to communicate complex emotions and states of mind, your honesty and your compassionate humanity. I am very glad that you have created a youtube channel.
@heedmydemands
Жыл бұрын
I know the feeling of not being able to b alone with your thoughts
@nancydooley7439
Жыл бұрын
I want to say a heart felt thank you for your videos. You have helped me understand how the illness affects people and how I can be more a supportive person rather than assuming I have answers on how to help. You are very articulate and explain so I understand what you’re saying. Again, thank you 🙏 much.
@Sn0wShepherd
Жыл бұрын
Detail processing deficits
@jguitar23
Жыл бұрын
Great explanation of your story that can encourage others to seek help & express their issues♡
@SkinCareLuver
Жыл бұрын
Steven you're so sweet. I would be your friend! I don't know if you believe but even if not I still pray the Lord guides and protects plus gives you a miracle to be healed from schizophrenia. I suffer with severe depression and anxiety and it's horrible so I can understand! I have issues with anxiety where annoying intrusive thoughts and they happen out from no where. I also get distracted when I'm seriously stressed and was told I may have ADD so it could be something else besides schizophrenia like ADHD, ADD or anxiety you are suffering with and your doctors are trying to pin everything on one disorder. It's possible you have multiple disorders. Most people with schizophrenia are on antidepressants and anti-anxiety medication too. I think you should talk with your doctor about safe anti-anxiety meds. stay FAAAAR AWAY FROM BENZODIAZEPINES! Although they do help fora few months they are not meant to be taking for any longer than 2 weeks and are some of the most dangerous medications around
@2blueyez180
Жыл бұрын
Hey Stephen...maybe the girl will see this video and contact you!...You seem like a very good kind person...I wish you the best good luck in all that you do!
@hollynelson3336
Жыл бұрын
I'm so thankful for you and your videos. My son Charlie has Schizophrenia he was diagnosed at 17 he is 24 now, at times it's been very heartbreaking. Your videos has encouraged me and given me hope for my son's recovery, also to be understanding and compassionate to what my Son has gone through.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Holly. I appreciate you sharing. This is one of the reasons I started this channel to give better understanding into my illness and to give hope to others. It gives me pride in my channel
@sabinemann8640
Жыл бұрын
Same here so true.
@riseabove3133
Жыл бұрын
Same here, Holly. It’s the most life-altering, traumatic condition our family has ever had to deal with. Wishing you better days ahead 🙏🏼
@kimberlyfowler5748
Жыл бұрын
Same
@jonnaramirez9445
11 ай бұрын
Steven, you are so amazing and love to watch your videos. I wish you all the best. I have 2 sons with mental illness and one is in hospital now f or pyscosis and he is 31 and I'm his only support and his dad can't handle as I'm divorced. You are blessed with loving supporting parents Keep up the great videos
@catherineyoung46
Жыл бұрын
You're a wonderful person and one day, you'll meet someone who will appreciate what you've been through and cherish you.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Catherine! I appreciate it
@coralinecilantro
Жыл бұрын
Stephen, I hear and understand all your detailed and specific experiences. I told you a year ago my son took his life after having this horrible state of being. I know you are strong and have your father's support. You are so cool, i admire your energy and motivation. Your father is an angel by your side. Big hug to you ❤
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for your continued support and encouragement. It is very meaningful to me. I am very sorry about your son. It is a very tough illness. Thank you.
@77777sadie
Жыл бұрын
Sending you a hug 💞
@coralinecilantro
Жыл бұрын
@@77777sadie Thank you. I can use this hug as grief is ongoing.
@77777sadie
Жыл бұрын
@@coralinecilantro You are more than welcome. Giving others support in the middle of your pain touched my heart. The doctors discovered my son's brain tumor eight years ago. He he still with us. I cannot imagine what you are going through. You're in my prayers 💞
@nickidaisydandelion4044
Жыл бұрын
I'm so infinitely sorry that your son committed suicide. My deepest condolences for you.
@pauldemic2747
Жыл бұрын
Another fascinating video. The way you describe your internal world so honestly and articulately is compelling. I learn more about schizophrenia by watching your channel than I do by watching expert psychologists lectures on the subject. You bring so much to the table! Also, I’m so glad you had a good time at your mother’s event.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so very much Paul! Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@riseabove3133
Жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@karenlhoule
Жыл бұрын
I watch your videos on a regular basis. And I, too, have schizophrenia. So, I 100% do know the feelings of psychosis and how scary it can be. I do not want this comment to come across as being mean-spirited. Rather, I'm trying to provide feedback that you can choose to accept or discard as you see fit. Instead of adopting a "victim mentality," I always put a twist on things. Like, how can I confront my dark thoughts "head-on" instead of constantly running from them or being compelled to distract myself from them. I write poetry to put it into words, and then I can let it go. That way, I have control over my thoughts and a beautiful poem to show for it. Then, I can move on with my day. And regarding the "misophonia," I would turn it around...like instead of being "triggered" by hearing your parents eat...I would focus on "Wow, I'm so lucky to have wonderful parents that take care of me and are both still alive." Again, I am sure some people will take my comment to be mean. But that is not the intention at all. I'm trying to give some strategies that I use, as someone with the same illness you have in order to take back control of my life.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Karen for your incredible comment! You have a good point about turning things positive and confronting them head on. Thank you for sharing your excellent thoughts. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@sabinemann8640
Жыл бұрын
Not mean at all from where I am sitting .
@barneyronnie
Жыл бұрын
Thoughts often seem to arise for no reason; it takes courage to be alone with one's thoughts. My experience has been, as you mention, that participation in activities and engaging with others eliminates the frequency of bothersome thoughts. Your amazing improvement in confidence, eloquence and commitment to your channel are inspiring. Keep up the great work!
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Barney for your comment! It has inspired me!
@JDSmithBuccs
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you have some difficult PTSD from that whole experience. My brother was misdiagnosed as Schizophrenic at age 9 because he mistakenly believed his inner thoughts and self dialogue was “hearing voices” this was because his Father committed suicide from mental health issues. It developed into a severe phobia for him which caused severe panic attacks and paranoia.
@SummerOf1987
Жыл бұрын
😢 oh no… how is your brother doing now? ❤
@NatashaDay-yx6nt
Жыл бұрын
I have schizoaffective disorder since I was 19 years old, I've been on medication for 23 years.im 42 year's old now, thank you for all your support,loving your KZitem channel,I watch your channel everyday.you have really helped me deal with my illness.i enjoyed your channel,your channel will help others with stimga of schizophrenia.great video content.love you Stephen Natasha.xx♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
@karenhempfling9180
Жыл бұрын
What a service you are doing! My son was diagnosed with schizophrenia 6 years ago. Your You Tubes are great. I love them for the information they provide, questions they answer, your insight. Keep doing what you are doing. You are helping more people than you know.
@myrtleesther8855
Жыл бұрын
it is a shame that schizophrenia often include spiritual aspects as you say dark thoughts. The reason I think it is a shame because it makes it difficult to find true faith and a healthy spiritual life. I am a Christian and I think a lot about spiritual matters but I do know how to check my spiritual thoughts experiences by the scriptures. I would have no hope or meaning to my life without a faith and trusting in Jesus. Jesus is my protector from evil , I pray a lot.
@lisacastellanos4553
Жыл бұрын
Hi Stephen! You clean up well :) (thats a compliment!) As always, your insight and nuanced perspective is so helpful as I seek to understand my sons recovery, and reminds me that this is a marathon not a sprint. Also, Yesterday was World Schizophrenia Day, and the advocacy on clozapine rems in DC was great! I met several young folks - like you- who have found meaningful recovery with clozapine. Like you, their stories are inspiring. Thank you for your work to de-stigmatize this treatable neural developmental condition!
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Lisa for sharing your experience in DC and your journey with your son that has the same illness as me.
@SchizophreniaSurvivor
Жыл бұрын
Lisa: You wrote: "Thank you for your work to de-stigmatize this treatable neural developmental condition!" Thank you for all of your incredible insight into this illness. Yes! It is a "treatable neural developmental condition"! When will we, as a society, recognize this and empower our loved ones?
@danoconnell4536
Жыл бұрын
you have really inspired me. I would like you to read David Goggins can't hurt me
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Dan! That means a lot to me. It has been a long journey. Thank you for your comment and reading suggestion. Your comment helps me continue on. I will look into reading David Goggins Can’t Hurt Me. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@aleksandracatt
Жыл бұрын
I also get distracted when I see a cat 😍. Lol just a little joke. I love cats. But I totally relate about getting distracted in an busy environment, bombarded with information. It’s very overwhelming for people like us. (I have paranoid schizophrenia)
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Alek for sharing. It’s a very hard illness but we can do this together! Thank you very much for joining my journey. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@alexalexandersen5198
Жыл бұрын
Cool 😎
@alexalexandersen5198
Жыл бұрын
@@SurvivingSchizophrenia don't think that you're "different", concentrate on some kinda hedonism, that's what can help, I guess. Think about good things, make something that will help you get away from thoughts. Thinking and thinking of troubles doesn't solve anything, you must become distracted from those thoughts, go swim often, find some nice looking girl, hope you will be better 🤝🏼🏝️🇹🇷🇦🇿
@JIMKATSANIDIS
Жыл бұрын
Great and very helpful video Stephen! We don't have that level of control over our thoughts but we can control how we respond to them. It's not us who decide every time what we think or what we remember. Everything is pulled by the situation. You’ll have days that you feel perfectly fine, others not so much. Also it’s nice to know, that what you're experiencing isn’t something you invited and you're not alone. You don’t want to allow these thoughts to consume you. Some of the things that could help you are: Psychotherapy, Social skills training, Family therapy and distraction.👋❤
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jim for your suggestions and kind words!
@lenovovo
Жыл бұрын
Hey Stephen, I'm a gay guy, and I want to say you're so CUTE!!!
@Sn0wShepherd
Жыл бұрын
The people who dwell on the past and get stuck in their heads tend to be the people who do not believe they have better things to look forward to in the future. You need to believe that you have a future full of opportunities that will enrich your life. Then it's a lot easier to get beyond the what-ifs of the past. It can also however create a whole new host of potential future subjects of rumination so remember you are young and growing and developing and you will make mistakes and you must treat yourself fairly. That's what I tell my son all day everyday is to be fair with yourself in judging your actions and your words.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your profound comment!
@Joshoehlerking
Жыл бұрын
I’m very grateful for you and your channel it’s helped me get through tough times and I have schizoaffective disorder and this video help me a lot when you talked about pushing forward and not going to the past I’m in a bad place right now your an inspiration to everybody that you don’t know who are going though tough times and thank you for being you and being a help to all those you touch,I can’t pray but my mom is praying for you and your family and I hope you stay who you are,much love to you and your family
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Joshua for your very kind words and support!
@AgataMilewska-g8k
Жыл бұрын
I can write that this kind of distractibility is familiar to me personally. I've been dealing with this all my life and it really annoys my husband now. I can get distracted during a conversation, especially on a walk. It seems like I'm losing interest in the subject. But what really matters to me is this cat or dog or the beautiful flower I see. The same happens when when suddenly I have remembered something from the past. This is sometimes so important that I have to say it. Every day I have to concentrate hard at work to stay on topic. I don't have schizophrenia but I do have bipolar disorder. greetings from Poland❣️ Keep going Stephen! You can do a lot of good for the world ❤️
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Agata for sharing and for your encouragement! I would love to visit Poland one day!
@keltar4071
Жыл бұрын
I can't stand those eating sounds either. The worse is those ASMR vids. People say that those sounds are enjoyable and gives them chills but I have a opposite reaction. It makes me feel violent. I get the urge to punch who ever is making those ASMR sounds.
@susanne4028
Жыл бұрын
Great video again Stephen. You're such a wonderful and nice young man. And you seem to have support from your family too. Great for you. Keep on. Take care. All the best from Germany
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Susanne for your very kind words and for supporting me on my channel!
@peaquakett
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Your courage and determination astonish me….your talks bring a lump to my throat. My brother became psychotic in 1972, before there was much available to help him. I recall his struggle to retain his self-esteem, to prevent the terrible injury to his personality and to his relationships. I too have experienced psychosis during a bipolar state. The reason, Stephan, that you are so, so inspiring is this: by your actions, your sharing, each expression in your face, and your willingness to open your heart, you are living a conviction that your human Self is intact always, is true, and that beneath all confusion or anguish, YOU ARE WHOLE. You are so dear! I watch your videos every day and find comfort beyond what I can tell you. With love, Laurie❤️🙏🤗
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Laurie for your kind words and support! Your words inspire and motivate me. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@peaquakett
Жыл бұрын
My dear Stephen, a few more observations….In watching you and your wonderful dad together, I was engaged to see his great love for you, so great that he radiates not only caring, but intense vigilance. He has harnessed his considerable intellect to examine and ferret out anything in this world that could support you, further you. I know this may have felt overwhelming to you at times, especially because you love him, and seeing his distress has been difficult for you. I see between you a breathtaking and respectful caring for each other…so rare! I also see something sweet that makes me smile….your gentle corrections to him sometimes. It’s then that your maturity and strength is most present. You lovingly steady him, and in a very subtle way inform him that he doesn’t need to be too intense, that you’re all right. I also see a certain force of mind in you, a logic and confidence I also see in your childhood photos. It’s still there. You’re still there..ALL there. Love, Laurie ❤
@lanyinigo54
Жыл бұрын
Hey, i hope you realize Jesus can rescue you from all the darkness, you can read isaiah 53, its a very touching chapter, he actually suffered for us and is familiar with our sorrows, he loves you ❤️
@gaylagabriel3485
Жыл бұрын
Your ability to be so articulate is extraordinary! This video will help hundreds of people! Loved seeing you in a suit! Again, participating in a new experience seems to be growing you and allowing your personality to shine! Congratulations to your Mom❣️🙌🏻🎉
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Gayla!
@adaoat
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your life with us. I often ask the Holy Spirit to control my thoughts. Maybe you could, too. 🙏🏼😌
@janeliu5237
Жыл бұрын
Hi Stephen, thanks for another wonderful video! Seeing you are so insightful of the illness just gives us caregivers hope!
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Jane! That makes me happy
@laurelgillespie5612
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Laurel! This really helps me and my channel as WE work to bring awareness to schizophrenia. Again, thank you very much!
@franklinfamulski8638
Жыл бұрын
really cool insights Steven, distraction is a normal coping skill that everyone does and actually shizoprhenia is probably something akin not being able to distract oneself in the way that people naturally tune out most things including a lot of the subconscious whirling kind of thoughts. which yeah can be very strange have all kinds of mythological and fantasy kind of content which canbe disturbing but that's probably because the brain has more primitive parts that deal with the subconscious. I mean there is a tendency to kind of feel like well I shouldn' the distracting myself and not distraction yourself can give you time to think about things but at the same time distraction is normal. also I feel the same I kind of feel like I have some PTSD just from the repetitive thoughts because it is very intense and it does cause a lot of suffering. although, for the most part the thoughts do go away and it's more so the recovery that tends to take a long time even years.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Franklin for sharing. I appreciate your comment. We will be strong together. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@franklinfamulski8638
Жыл бұрын
@@SurvivingSchizophrenia Thank you Steven. I really appreaciate that.
@franklinfamulski8638
Жыл бұрын
@@SurvivingSchizophrenia Steven, I also wanted to recommend that if make a timeline of your life and different points like just simply drawing a straight line with all the years and then fill in some details you remember that can really help to bring back a lot of memories and then it can be also if you fill in things you want to do in the future as well.
@joycoughlan1262
Жыл бұрын
Have you been diagnosed with schizophrenia?
@Seaturtle45778
Жыл бұрын
Living with schizophrenia is very difficult and I also want you to know that you are lucky to have your parents around helping you out. Living with that illness is a living hell only God knows why he let that happen to us.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Ismael. It really is a terrible illness. We are here for each other.
@starrhall8160
Жыл бұрын
Ur so young. U might not feel so. U have a wonderful spirit and I admire you. You keep moving forward!
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the encouragement and support!
@CSIPiper
Жыл бұрын
I don’t have schizophrenia, but I have OCD and have the same experience with being fearful of my own thoughts. It makes it difficult to just sit with myself at times.
@TheHornedDiva
Жыл бұрын
In my psychosis, Jesus sends me on missions. I actually quite like my thoughts. 😅 Yes, in psychosis they can get dark but i believe God has a major purpose for all this mental distress. You are a lovely young man with a great life ahead of you. God bless you.
@alexalexandersen5198
Жыл бұрын
LOL 🤣 You're a hero 🤝🏼🏝️
@RONPEE-STINGER
Жыл бұрын
I had psychosis from drugs I got after i tried getting clean I felt like god was givin me quests too The psychosis stopped after i took ativan and had some good rest I kinda miss feeling like that
@provostg
Жыл бұрын
Hey Stephen, I could see this video was difficult and I commend you for your vulnerability and honesty. As mentioned, distraction is an excellent tool. Though, I find with delusional thinking it's best to face it head-on as one may challenge it and tell oneself "this is not true/real." I also understand what you're stating with missed opportunities, yet appreciate your insights into how everything may have happened differently had you acted then. You're still young (though I believe any age can find someone), and should have no problems making new social connections. It's all about putting yourself out there, as they say. Proximity is the number one factor in establishing new relationships and their success, so i encourage you to join in on social settings that cover topics of your interest. Lastly, I've been waiting for your next video as I wanted to share that there is new research showing that autoimmune disorders have a unique relationship with mental illness especially psychosis, I believe approximately 40% of cases. Perhaps, something for another video, or a topic you and your family might explore as your onset was so young, included the debilitating headaches and was treatment resistant. All the best 🙂✌️ 💯❤️
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Provostg for your amazing comment and your great video suggestion! I very much appreciate your support. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@Redemption444
Жыл бұрын
I think your getting the statistic confused. It’s that people with autoimmune conditions are 40% more likely to develop psychosis than those without AI disease. If 40% of those with AI disease got psychosis then all of the people with schizophrenia would have autoimmune disease.
@Mattieboi1201
Жыл бұрын
i feel like we would have great coffee and conversation energy i'm kind of coming around to having schizo now. love you bro
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you McDizzle! I feel the same way. I appreciate your uplifting words!
@janetpope8495
Жыл бұрын
Stehen, what an amazing job you did detailing how you could hear many conversations (confusing and disturbing) while trying to ready a response. Stunning the level of difficulty. Loved your sharing about the girl. Sweet. Btw everything happens as it should and when you are ready. Excellent and insightful. Keep up the great work❣️
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Janet! Your comment struck a chord with me. It made me sad but hopeful. But not in a bad way. I really appreciate you always being here.
@tomcolgan
Жыл бұрын
keep up the good work Stephen, your positivity shines always 😀
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Tom. That means a lot to me! Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@johnbizzlehart2669
Жыл бұрын
You are awesome Steven…it is OK to be you. We all have our things. This is your thing to deal with.
@catherinemccarty2307
Жыл бұрын
Stephen...my biggest fear is to have made some decision or said something while in psychosis and then have to live with the consequences after the psychosis is alleviated. I wrote a book (not to be published, just because I loved doing it) and I threw the entire book away along with a whole bunch of childhood pictures during an 'episode'. It makes me sad and mad but now I can do nothing more than live with it. It sounds to me like your family might not let you do something like that...thank God for family, right?!
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Catherine for sharing. Family is so important. I hope you have a happy and healthy rest of your day.
@kinzhe83
Жыл бұрын
Hey Stephen, nice video, it was really interesting watch. I will say I too struggle with my thoughts of the past, since I am bipolar, thoughts of what I did and what I could have done differently, but mainly it's the events before I was hospitalized and given anti-psychotic therapy. I feel sorry for the people that had to deal with my positive bipolar symptoms, but, again, I wasn't medicated properly, and, in all honesty, I don't blame myself very much for my past anymore. It still stings me on occasions, but it's gotten a lot better over time, so I hope the same thing happen to you, and your thoughts become easier and easier to manage. As far as being social and having a girlfriend goes, you are such a nice person Stephen and that sort of radiates from you and I don't see a problem for you finding your soul mate when you feel ready. And if I may add, you look absolutely super handsome in that suite (that will help for sure :). Best of health and wishes to all of us here :)
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of what you’ve shared here Ingvar83. It is very impactful. I really appreciate that and your support. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@alexalexandersen5198
Жыл бұрын
@@SurvivingSchizophrenia You must travel 🧳🏝️🤝🏼🇦🇿 You mustn't only sit and think 💬 about "troubles_ " all the time. Greetings from Azerbaijan 🇦🇿🇹🇷🇪🇺
@lorelei1782
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your vulnerability. I have never been open or good enough at explaining any part of my own schizophrenia journey. Repeating you to others has helped. Thank you, friend. ☺️🙏🏻
@Т1000-м1и
10 ай бұрын
As a person who doesn't have anything nearly as bad and also something completely different, it's still weird to think that some people would find this style of talking weird while for me it's actually the same thing as working on a job for a long time and using words between coworkers that fit better, when something is so normal you don't even have to actively acknowledge that it's real, just dealing with the changing context
@garymccallum667
5 ай бұрын
My best pal has it along with my missus(s) little brother & they both started getting diagnosed around 16/17 and both had been hospitalised many times, until the 🇬🇧 NHS simply washed their hands of them... One's in dire need of care although he lives with us but freaks the kid's out at times, although the older kid's now teens, know how to handle his outbursts (laughing or shouting) but he terrifies the wee one's. But my pals doing brilliant & living by himself & he fully committed to Martial Arts & flourished. But the little brother has spiralled with the drugs they feed him, and his weights ballooned because of them. It's a mixed bag but I've had enough of supporting her brother, because our kids are suffering, it's a catch 22 but your kids obviously come first.
@JoMomma
Жыл бұрын
Here's how I've learned to embrace my mind and reconcile the person I was before my mind snapped, with the person I am now. Our Creator made each one of us unique. He blessed me with a strong mind for it to have endured the thoughts it has been plagued with. I take ownership of my mind, while I compartmentalize my mind as it's only a part of who I am. I've learned to somewhat dismiss my "irrational" thoughts aka voices but I'm no longer afraid to entertain and engage with them because they don't define who I am. My state of mind, being deeply intertwined with religious tropes, has become part of my spiritual growth. God isn't just a symbol outside of myself, and since I _perceive_ that I have been given some sort of divine mission, I'm able to engage my mind in that mission but not lose my grasp of what is going on around me. Maybe salvation to a degree is worked out in the spiritual realm by people with minds that they label as having disabilities? If you really wanna help get rid of the stigma surrounding our _diagnosis_ you could stop defining who you are by that diagnoses. Also if you face your thoughts/voices (rather than distracting yourself with entertainment forms that some other person who possibly has a similar mindset but has been made merchandise of😂) you will become virtually fearless when it comes to anything you face in "reality" I hope my comment helps you in some way.....Stay positive and stay blessed!
@Langkowski
Жыл бұрын
I have never had Schizophrenia, but I have had moments during light sleep where I have a type of dreams where I'm partly awake. What I find uncomfortable during those moments is how everything doesn't feel real. If reality perception is a sense similar to being able to see and hear, then my sense is malfunctioning when this happens. People who have experienced near-death experience talk about a sense of hyper-realism, where the experience feels much more real than in everyday life. The opposite of hyper-realisme would be hypo-realism, feeling way less real than in everyday life. If Schizophrenia comes with hypo-realism, then I can get a litte impression about how it can be.
@SpiKSpaN-ei6zq
Жыл бұрын
It's freaky, but It gives me a new outlook on life
@charitybartell5708
2 ай бұрын
You have plenty of time to have a girlfriend. It is often easier to connect with prospective mates through the Internet if you are shy or socially awkward. Plenty of all types of people with all types of disorders on the various websites. Some might admit to being a little shy right off the bat and work up to revealing the diagnosis with a hopeful spin. (Beware of scammers or bad people posing as pretty girls, though.) In any case it is good to get out. When you meet someone in person, it is good to talk about things you have been doing. You are a sweet young man, like my two sons. I hope for the best for you.
@Planethollywood409
Жыл бұрын
I have a singer boy friend. Hollywood California. Post Malone was just by chance I met him so am not close to him. His maturity 27 yrs old 2023. My maturity 2023 23 years old though certificate says 48. I need a room mate tired of living by myself in NYC. Closest out of state I want is NJ. Any referrals? For NJ you know? Low income minimum wage mine. So nice but cheap. Budget: $914 monthly. I'll look in astrology this time for your response. Thank you Stephen. Great guy you are. I am female. Named Tamara a Naturalized dark skin Jamaican me with only one health condition to today's date and typing this in my locked secured bedroom door room. That only health condition to today's date 6/20/2023 is herpes both. I have been abstinent over 2 and half years so since 2021 analyst can trace I'm sure and, I am human,.
@jn2400
Жыл бұрын
Have you ever tried meditation? Where you just ignore ans detach from your thoughts and just focus on breathing? Btw love the way you talk about life and your thoughts.
@SN-XZ
4 ай бұрын
I love your family! And really thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences.
@Bronte866
Жыл бұрын
Hey Stephen - I have known several people- without schizophrenia- who cannot cope with the sounds of people eating, including themselves, as you said. You are very good at explaining this and you have a very strong & professional camera presence. I have subscribed to follow your journey. I have always wanted to get this view of what schizophrenia is like. Thanks. 🇺🇸👍✅
@JDSmithBuccs
Жыл бұрын
Have you been assessed for Autism? The sensory sensitivity is a fairly common thing in the Aspy world. My Daughter once said Thanksgiving was torture for her.
@8daboom8
Жыл бұрын
Have you been tested for autism? There can be multiple things that one can have with autism(mild even). Intrusive thoughts and sensitivities to sounds (i.e. eating) are typical of ASD 1(previously Asbergers). I think my young teen that has ASD 1 has delusions may have other things like what you suffer from. Did you say previously that all tests had been done and only some sleeping issues were observed? Do you currently take meds? I understand Neurofeedback is a very helpful treatment for the issues you speak of. I have suffered from intrusive thoughts for most of my life. I think we all have these bad and good thoughts we grapple with. Do not be scared to hear these thoughts and let them go. The fear can be worse than the actual thoughts that come and go. Try to find the positive things to focus on as much as possible or at least balance the bad thoughts with some good ones. Sometimes positive mantras thoughts can be very effective also when you don’t have other distractions. I’m sorry you have had to go through this. Watching my child go through psychosis has been very scary. I think the mature brain has a much easier time dealing with these issues. Good luck to you❤
@kjpiper8398
Жыл бұрын
Invasive thoughts Stephen. To help you desensitize your fear and discomfort, know we are not our thoughts. Sometimes thoughts are simply our brains working overtime. Speak surrender that part of you to Jesus. Invite the Lord into those dark areas, the crevices of your mind. As a flashlight gives light, invite Jesus into those fearful areas of your mind to shed His healing light all around. Ask Him to see all that you see. With Jesus there are no secrets with Jesus. Take rest knowing our great and awesome God has gone before you in all things.
@julieremington7103
Жыл бұрын
You are a very likable person! We all have thoughts about what might have been if we had done something different. Life is developmental and your future is bright because you are a wonderful guy!
@bigken66
Жыл бұрын
God bless you sir, I wish you many years of happiness. You are a kind soul.
@emilybacnun2510
Жыл бұрын
Everyone is in the tug between Heaven and He'll because the Devil is jealous of Jehovah and wants warriors to fight his battle for him, but we can rest knowing that your soul belongs to Jehovah, and not anyone can snatch you from him.
@gigig7855
Жыл бұрын
Those are not your thoughts. Please find a shaman or a Reiki master to help you. I don't know where you are but I am in Nevada and I can help you if you are local.
@nancyreyes5219
Жыл бұрын
The illness you have has allowed you to speak truth and courage. I applaud you!🎉
@Fred-Faizi
Жыл бұрын
If you dont mind me asking, have you ever taken any kind of antipsychotic and do you think it could help minimize symptoms? Thanks.
@whatsthatguydoing
Жыл бұрын
It's not irrational to think you were part of a war in Heaven and Hell, because that is what is going on in your mind. You aren't wrong about that in the least. Except we alone cannot fight gods, as much as we think we can. It really feels like a bad dream that you don't wake up from. I've experienced in because I asked God to show me what is really going on, and I witnessed it. It's very frightening. Glad your dark thoughts don't attack you as much. Jesus saved me from that, even though they still linger. I'm afraid of my thoughts too. I think we all should have some fear of our thoughts, to not act on them. And to use scripture to defend ourselves from the principalities. Not sure where your stance is on this, but just sharing how I was saved and continually being saved. :)
@Skylar-Rayne57
9 ай бұрын
This was my first video of yours and I just want to say that I’m so proud of u for putting yourself out there and answering questions that people so desperately need answers to. I’m going to go to the beginning of your videos and watch them all. I’m not sure if u realize what a difference u will make in so many lives. Bless u Steven and your family. ❤
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
9 ай бұрын
Thank you so very much for joining me on my journey! It means so much to me that you are going to watch all my videos! That makes me feel amazing and is encouraging to me to continue on. Thank you!
@Freedomremoved
Жыл бұрын
My heart goes out to you. Would it be rude for me to suggest finding the love of Christ and then to love Him back.
@minacapella8319
Жыл бұрын
My bf has schizophrenia and he has to have noise going to sleep or he gets nightmares, even though he's mostly got it under control.
@lovinbluegrass
Жыл бұрын
My grandma had mental health issues. She was born in 1900. Many in my family believe she had schizophrenia. My generation knows very little since in her day all mental illness issues were taboo to discuss. She underwent shock therapy. It is so wonderful to see how much improved treatment is now. Grandma lived to be 83 years old. I spent most every day with her not knowing nor noticing any problems till her very last years. She had 7 children and lived an extremely productive life. She loved and was loved. I don't think she had issues until after her last child in her mid-30s. You are brave and helpful. Keep working hard towards your goals. Check them off one by one.
@jusapoet72
3 ай бұрын
Stay strong 💪 you are a TRUE Hero. Now I finally feel like someone understands what I'm going through. It's so hard when the brain 'goes dark'. Things are getting MUCH better with self-care. But I get worried sometimes that it will come back. But I practice self-compassion and this helps. I miss being alone with my thoughts and daydreaming good things, just relaxing. But you're right, when it's our thoughts that were 'the trauma' then it's still hard to trust the brain as it heals. Active B vitamins (not inactive) helps a lot. Research Dr. Amen. You're doing GREAT on YT. Saving and changing lives.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so very much!
@miculp
11 ай бұрын
it s the second video i seen from your channel. i hope and wish for you all the best and having loveling and loving friends, hav healthy and lot of jor in your life Stephen.
@tictoc5443
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience In my own experience good and bad things happen to us all What helped me deal with stressful experience was theravadan meditation This involved taking myself to a quiet safe place and sitting or lying and focussing my attention on my breathing without trying to change anything in the knowledge that all thought emotion is like the weather changeable...that and eating and exercising appropriately I wish you well in your journey of understanding🙏
@AgataMilewska-g8k
Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your program❣️ I’ be been watching and admiring your struggle towards normality. Also your father, that he has not lost his spirit and hope for your recovery And shows his love everyday. I share your sadness for the lost years and not participating in normal life for so many years. Remember, only the days we don't know are important. Now you are finding your way and inspiring others. keep going. keep going. Good luck to you
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Agata! Your comment warms my heart
@AgataMilewska-g8k
Жыл бұрын
@@SurvivingSchizophrenia ❤
@miriambaig2902
Жыл бұрын
Sending love n best wishes your way , may God ease your journey n prove it fruitful for you and the rest of us Amin
@johnbizzlehart2669
Жыл бұрын
Regrets are normal…use it just like you are to modify what you might want in the future.
@shadipahlavi
Жыл бұрын
I do hear voices but i know they r only in my head and not real but i can hear them i feel the whole world is out 2 get me and every body hates me and ppl r super mean
@Lynds77
9 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤ Steven you're amazing hun, and I'd absolutely go on a date with you, so keep looking for that girl hun, she's out there just for you . Excellent channel
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
9 ай бұрын
Thank you so very much! That means a lot to me and helps me feel better about myself!
@cillamoke
Жыл бұрын
Hi Stephen, I am well and I hope the day finds you well too xx❤
@kimberlyfreeman6298
Жыл бұрын
You're doing a great service to people. So brave of you. ❤
@fifitheflowerpot
5 ай бұрын
That's alright son, getting distracted as long as you're and your family is safe. So brave of you letting us in your thoughts. Thank you so much ❤ keep talking and making videos to educate us.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
5 ай бұрын
Thank you so very much!
@shadipahlavi
Жыл бұрын
When i wake up in the morning i had died 8000 years ago i feel so dead and gone can any body relate?
@icherishcrochetandknit309
Жыл бұрын
Do you mind if I ask what the religious thoughts were again?
@zddzzdzddz
11 ай бұрын
Having ADD some things are relatable. I always keep my mind busy too but thats probably because the internet made me a dopamine addict xD. And that story of the girl, even neurotypicals struggle with love. Good luck champ
@zddzzdzddz
11 ай бұрын
I meant the first story of the girl.
@BeckyKay-m7v
10 ай бұрын
Stephen, you're an amazing young man!!! You will find the love that you deserve!! So?don't lose hope! The perfect person for you is out there! And she will be very blessed to know you ❤
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I appreciate that!
@Newstatejournal1
Жыл бұрын
Hey Steven, have you ever started a log and written down each of your symptoms (hallucinations)? What are the voices saying? Are they metaphors? What were you thinking or feeling just prior to the symptom? Deciphering the true meaning of the symptoms could reduce the fear and lead to the root cause. If the fear is reduced the symptoms will be reduced. People do cure themselves and move on.
@marysweeney486
Жыл бұрын
You and your dad have been such a help, as my son has been living with schizophrenia for 14 years how encouraging
@laurieberry162
8 ай бұрын
I remember that you said that you have anxiety too. I take Hydroxozine for it. Thank you for sharing your experience. I appreciate it.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
8 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! I appreciate you sharing and for your support. Have a happy and healthy rest of your day!
@riseabove3133
Жыл бұрын
This video is so very helpful to me, as the mother of a young man with Schizophrenia who always clams up when I ask him about what is experiencing. He rarely will share what he is hearing, seeing or feeling. When I ask him, it’s like it’s top secret or he’s afraid to tell me … as though he thinks something bad will happen if he talks about it. Maybe he thinks it will start back up, if he talks about it? He’s currently on Geodon, which seems to be a good fit for him right now.
@MatthewChandelier
Жыл бұрын
Your not schizo
@leinad5243
7 ай бұрын
❤ its like PTSD from your own inner experiences...with time hopefully it will diminish😊
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@johnbizzlehart2669
Жыл бұрын
You are afraid to trust yourself…you are doing fine…whatever happens you can cope. ❤
@Whitecrow82
Жыл бұрын
God I relate so much, I've had schizophrenia for 22 years now and i get tons of intrusive thoughts with my condition and I am petrified of the thoughts in my head. God so so difficult it's stopped me leading any sort of normal life, even going to the shops is often so tough. Really feel for you and great that you are doing this channel, keep it up, this will help so many people including me.
@waynesmith6417
Жыл бұрын
Hi Steven. I can tell you are being very careful about what you say and how you say it. That's good. Schizophrenia has a spectrum, like a lot of things. I'm in a different place on the spectrum than you, so I don't totally understand. But I understand generalities. A major issue in my life was learning not to be afraid. LOL, I just realized, part of it was learning when and how to be afraid in the right way, at the right time. I would be afraid of the most ridiculous things and then be totally fearless in the most dangerous situations. I would say, "I'm not smart enough to be afraid.", but it wasn't true. My fear response was just delayed. After the situations were over....then I would be paralyzed with fear. I had to learn how to fear, respect, animals that could hurt me. And at the same time not give up my ability to deal with dangerous animals, how to love them and how to accept their love. I disassemble every feeling, in order to get rid of the bad parts and not lose the good parts. Everyone has their own way. My way to deal with dark thoughts is to speak to them. When a dark thought comes, I quickly tell it to "Go away!". Then I engage my mind with a good thought. Did you know that deaf people think in sign language? It's normal to think with a voice. It's not normal to hear voices that are not your own....mostly. It has to do with your world view. If you believe in ghost, then when you see a ghost, you have decisions to make. Am I seeing a hallucination? Or is this a real ghost? For me, believing in ghost is a better survival position. Watch a version of "Scrooge". He was confronted by a ghost, but he thought it was a hallucination. He was wrong. Dealing with the supernatural is a major topic for Schizophrenics. But take heart, it's just as hard for the 'normies'. Thank you for giving me space on your channel to write these things. I wish you peace.
@AnxietyFreak
Жыл бұрын
You may not know me, but you’ve been my best friend the past few days. It’s hard being alone all the time. Actually hearing someone talk about their experience and hearing a similar experience. Thank you for everything
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for joining my journey! I am so happy I could help
@karenthorpe4387
Жыл бұрын
I was diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1986 when I was 26. Somehow I managed to get away from my situation which was not good at all by 1990 and get off medication and get relatively well again. I do remember having very intrusive thoughts that scared me a lot when I was ill. I used to respond to command thoughts because I thought if I didn't something really bad would happen. They commanded me to do things I really did not want to do
@sinematographers3344
Жыл бұрын
Proud of you and your family Stephen. I am absolutely confident you will find that someone special in your life, sooner rather than later.
@susanaroche8642
11 ай бұрын
I hope you find a nice girl you are so handsome and sweet and communicate so well I think you would be a great boyfriend. Maybe you can get some coaching on how to make friends.
@SurvivingSchizophrenia
11 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@NF-im1wq
10 ай бұрын
I hade a psychotic break and it took twenty two ECT's to get rid of it plus two years in private mental hospital
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