Yeah, I would definitely say that Eeyore is known as a depressed character- he could be
with friends- out at a party- working- no matter what he is doing he is never happy.
And that’s not his fault its just how depression works.
That’s why it's important to know that if you feel this way its really important you
know the warning signs and that you talk to someone and get help.
Hey, guys, I'm Court McGinley and welcome back to the most amazing top 5.
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Alright, let's get started on out the list of the top 5 signs you might have high functioning
depression.
Starting off at our number 5 spot--Overwhelmed- When you have depression you can easily become
overwhelmed.
Something that once used to be so easy to you now comes with a lot of pressure.
If you're finding that you get overwhelmed more easily then this could be a sign.
For example, if you're feeling overwhelmed with relatively easy tasks like- grocery shopping-
going to the gym- going shopping- hanging out with friends- or going to grab some food.
You know just everyday common tasks.
And If you're starting to realize with common tasks that your stress response is disproportionate
to the task or event itself then this could be a sign of high- functioning depression
as well.
Now if this isn’t a common occurrence but you do feel overwhelmed once in a while then
no worries- you could just be having an off day.
But if you find this happening over and over again its something you might want to look
into.
Also, it's important to remember that just because you see a type of person with this
condition making the motions to get through the day that doesn’t mean it comes easily
for them.
That’s often why people keep this illness to themselves- its because they don’t want
people judging them for it.
In at number 4--Lack of energy- If it feels like getting through each day is like walking
up a huge mountain with a bag of rocks strapped to your back- and you feel like you barely
have the mental-emotional- or physical energy to handle your life anymore this could be
a sign that you are depressed.
If your overall energy levels are greatly diminished and you don’t even want to get
out of bed but do it anyway because you need to go to work and make money then this could
be a sign of you having high- functioning depression.
So with this type of depression your still able to get up and go.
But when it’s a more severe case such as Major depression that’s when people can't
even get out of bed.
There are many different types of depression out there and that’s why its sometimes hard
for people to understand why one person whos depressed may not act like another person
whos depressed.
It's most likely because they are experiencing different types of depression.
At number 3--Coping strategies- If you find yourself relying on your coping strategies
more and more to get yourself through the day this can be another sign.
This is another difference between someone who has major depression and someone who has
high functioning depression.
People who have major depression have the depression consume them- and people with high
functioning depression use coping skills to help them get through the day.
Usually, people will have coping skills for certain situations where they could feel themselves
getting uncomfortable.
If you find yourself needing more and more alone time or zoning out time after work or
on the weekends- and you find yourself using your coping strategies more often then not
then this could be a sign.
Some examples of coping strategies would be turning to things of distraction like- alcohol-
drugs- excessive gaming- constantly being on Netflix- etc.
Doing any of these things too much – or using them as a way to escape from your life
could revert to an underlying depression.
Coming in at number 2-- Self-doubt- Now we all doubt ourselves every now and then.
It’s not an uncommon thing to do.
However for people who have high functioning depression its something that is constantly
on their mind.
There are both good and bad days but on bad days this can almost be debilitating.
Constantly doubting yourself- your actions- and convincing yourself that anything you
do is never going to be good enough would be exhausting.
But that is what goes through the mind of a person who has high functioning depression.
The internal struggle is a lot.
The question literally everything- such as- their career paths- relationships- friendships-
what they're doing with their life- and if they can even handle all that life is throwing
at them.
Self- doubt for most people is situational.
Thinking about big life changes when they are approaching and doubting yourself is normal.
But thinking about all of these things every day telling yourself you're not making the
right decisions or that you are a screw up is not ok.
But for people with this illness its more often than not a constant thought.
Alright, and before we jump into number 1- just going to lighten things up a little bit-
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And in at number 1--Internal sadness- This is one of the more painful aspects.
If you are finding yourself feeling a generalized sense of sadness and you just don’t know
why.
You're not able to pinpoint why you feel this way- but you just do- that could also be a
sign.
When your out with people you have a smile on your face just as a shield- basically so
you don’t get asked whats wrong or have anyone know how you are truly feeling.
You put up this guard but once you are alone or at home you just let it take over.
You more often than not will feel this subtle sense of hopelessness and sadness.
But even though it's subtle you always just kind of have it lingering there- never fully
going away.
Before getting to the questions I just want to let you guys know that if you are feeling
depressed or have suicidal thoughts it's so so important to seek help.
Talk to a friend- family member- or an adult you trust.
Sometimes its also hard to find someone you can trust and open up to and if that’s the
case then please call 1-800-273-8255.
This is the national suicide prevention lifeline- ill link it below.
Its free and they provide 24/7 professional support for people in distress.
Just know that you are not alone and you will always have someone to listen.
Also if you know someone who is struggling it's important you let them know that you
are there for them- to listen to them- and to try and help them get the help they need.
Sometimes its also hard to tell when someone is going through this- so it's important you
look out for those warning signs- and always be kind and respectful to one another because
you never truly know what someone else might be going through.
Alright and now its that time of the video where I answer your questions and read comments
so let's get started.
From our most recent Disney vid- Gaming Fox YT said- why did you have to ruin my favorite
Disney movie in the thumbnail- I'm sorry but Hercules and Aladdin are in my top 5 favs
Disney movies too.
So not only do you have a good taste in youtube channels to watch- but you also have good
taste in Disney movies.
Also, you like foxes- which are my favorite animal- so yeah you just got it together.
Next- jose_andre_g91 said- Love these most amazing channels- thank you so much for watching
we appreciate it and we love you too.
Aloco Lopez said- Love this channel been subbed for a while now and question- you should do
a top 5 90s cartoon- ok I absolutely love this idea!
90s cartoons are the best- I will definitely make this suggestion for you.
I mean rugrats- bananas in pajamas- the raccoons- polka dot door-Doug- Arthur- the magic school
bus- recess- pinky and the brain- sailor moon- Animaniacs- there I just made a top 11 list-
there's just so many good ones- how could I only chose 5?!.
Next- Tanya Kumari said- Disney is my favorite topic and I like it- oh me too girl- me too.
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you guys don’t forget to turn on the notification bell and stay tuned for tomorrow.
Next- TWOK stretch GOD Rogers said- first like and comment- well thank you so much for
watching- and I love the dragon tails pic you're using there- Ord right?.
Yet another great 90s show!
I mean it's on the cusp it came out in 1999 but hey that still counts.
Do you guys remember this show?
ahh classic.
Its ah…a lot more cheesy then I remember as a kid- but still great.
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