Unhappy

ellie2000

What YouTube videos make u put a smile on ur face
My PTSD is playing up

Former Member

Hi @ellie2000, how are you feeling?

If I ever need to put a smile on my face I pop on some Bob Ross YouTube videos. There's something oddly relaxing listening to him describe what he is doing as he paints.

ellie2000

'lightning bug' on android or smartphone has gd relaxing sounds

Former Member

Do you find relaxing sounds helpful? @ellie2000

How are you doing today? 

ellie2000

Hearing voices wat do I do

Former Member

Hi @ellie2000

I like to use youtube to make me feel happy too! Sometimes if I want to feel calm I search for calm videos of the sea, because the sound of the sea Is what makes me happy. Other time I like to use youtube as a distraction and something to make me laugh. I like to watch Zoella and Joe Sugg! 

I'm wondering how you are feeling now - have the voices passed?

ellie2000

Another YouTubr I watch is 'kiera bridget' she's funny

ellie2000

the voices start n stop  

Former Member

Hi @ellie2000,

Are the voices something you recently experienced or did you have them before?

ellie2000

Once before

Former Member

Hey @ellie2000

The Mix has a really helpful article about hearing voices here, with some useful coping techniques such as:

To cope, try techniques such as: 

• Challenging the voices or saying no to them 
• Creating a profile of the voice, such as its gender, age or what triggers make it appear 
• Writing down how you’re feeling in a diary or expressing your feelings in artwork 
• Distracting yourself from the voices by wearing earplugs, singing or even watching TV 
• Using a grounding technique like focusing on your feet or counting your breaths 
• Keep your favourite object with you, such as a picture or toy 

If you need any further support, reach out to Voice Collective who specialise in supporting people who hear voices -  Call on 020 7911 0822 or email on info@voicecollective.co.uk