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Anxiety is not a joke. But what if a light-hearted laugh could make things a little bit brighter? British illustrator Gemma Correll draws comics inspired by her own anxieties and depression. She thinks that the best way to deal with this condition is to try to "find humour in it."
"I honestly think that humour can be a saviour at times of distress or, if you just live with a constant level of anxiety and depression like I do," said Correll. "I do think that people should speak more freely about anxiety," she added. "I know that I would have felt a little better as an anxiety-ridden teenager if I knew that I wasn't completely alone in my fears."
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bch808 9 years ago
Right, Martin. It's absolutely that easy-- why didn't I do that *years* ago?! /sarc
Victoria Rey Piuma 9 years ago
Martin. You're an a*s. Depression and anxiety is not comparable to feeling blue. It's an actual change in the chemical composition in your brain. Some hormones get over or underproduced. I get up every day year after year have therapy, i work full time have a dog a mom i take care of and some friend. But inside I feel exactly like depicted above. Stop insulting people just because you are ignorant on the subject.
Notchimine Mette 9 years ago
Uhm...If you feel like that...you need to get it checked out. xx
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William McLaughlin 8 years ago
Humphrey's law: conscious attention to a task normally performed automatically can impair its performance.
toby Smith 8 years ago
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Notchimine Mette 9 years ago
Excellent question. Best scenario: They have nothing to say and are intimidated by our wit and beauty.
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It is spot on for me, a lot of the time. I somtimes used to lie down on the floor and hild my breath if the door knocked unexpectedly and not be able to breath until the person went away! The unexpected phone ringing would sent a jolt of terror throigh my core and make me freeze. I woukd just stare at the phone as if it were a king kobra!
Notchimine Mette 9 years ago
Especially the people dropping by... What is UP with that?!!
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NicoleDaniels 9 years ago
While I understand and connect with these images, I can't help but feel as though they are completely trivializing the everyday struggles of living with anxiety. Anyone who views these illustrations who does not struggle with anxiety will not understand in the slightest, because there is no attempt to really explain these feelings, and as a result these all seem like "overreactions".
NicoleDaniels 9 years ago
I didn't fully read the article and that these were supposed to be satirical and make light of the situation. Sorry!!! That definitely changes things! Unfortunately I can't figure out how to delete my comment. I suppose that's alright, though, as you can see below in @Cookie's comment that people who do not struggle with anxiety do not understand these illustrations and completely misinterpret them. I suppose the illustrations are really only for those of us who struggle with these issues to find the humour in life!
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AndaCojocaru 9 years ago
"Just think more positively"... The most annoying "advice" anyone can give you when they don't understand what it means to suffer psychically
KitLockwood 9 years ago
Yes! And, "just try to do things you enjoy!" And you sit there, at your desk, where you used to write letters, from 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. and never write a word.
Angelique Belfry 9 years ago
I hate when people put me on the Meh-go-round. If you are going to give me helpful advice please make sure it is related to my real life & my personality.
Dwight Okita 9 years ago
I LOVE the mix of whimsy and dread. This should be a book! I'd buy it.
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DeeMcGowan 9 years ago
Sides of the dice... "No" "Maybe I'll be sick and won't be able to go. (Excuse me while i stand in the rain)" "My car will break down. Oh well. (Gives car a nice wash to keep quiet about lie)" "A sudden and freak snow storm grounds all. (Always hooe for, never happens)"
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JamesAshurst 9 years ago
Throw in a few expletives and this was my morning vocabulary. Except for I hate my life. I'm not the problem lol
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Pemberton 9 years ago
I somehow like the bonsai one. Many people with anxiety, depression and/or suicidal thought seem ok.
YanaKoleva 9 years ago
Yes. Eventually you become the perfect actor. I deserve an Oscar.
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DoloresCarrer 9 years ago
I am so sick and tired of people telling me "Oh but you look so great now!"
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Miriam Praus 9 years ago
Actually I love the Downward spirals :D but only as noodles-struggling everyday in my own downward spirals
SuzanneManning 9 years ago
Little parcels of despair! Thank you, it made me laugh....out loud, even.
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LiveLoveRise Blog 7 years ago
Anxiety is more experienced than dealt with. These illustrations brilliantly potray it. To get an insight upon this topic and ways to deal with anxiety please do visit our blog https://liveloverise.wordpress.com/2018/01/31/the-anxious-millennial/
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JessPleace 9 years ago
I want to write a comment; but then people will know my name, and then, wait... will this comment be posted onto FB? I really don't like the idea of my FB "freinds" knowing I am suffering with anxiety and depression.
AnnaSalerno 9 years ago
These are so incredible! I can feel the pain. I suffered with depression since I was a baby. I was 33 years old before I agreed to take antidepressants. The only reason I agreed was so I could get enough pills to kill myself. I just had NO JOY or happiness in my life. I took the pills for three weeks when husband me how long I was going to have to take the pills. When I told him I'd have to take them for the rest of my life he told me that he'd buy them for me too. The medication was a life savior for me as it is for millions of other people who suffer from this debilitating disease! So there is hope when you find the antidepressant that works for you!
TanyaWhelan 9 years ago
Hey Jess I know we all feel Anxietys a weakness don't be ashamed I just something we struggle with there's alot of groups on facebook who you can talk to
Shinomi Chan 8 years ago
Oh. No wonder I feel tired 24/7 then... I mean I know I have panic attack medicine but..
Alex Hägendorf 9 years ago
Be compassionate with your anxiety/depression, you'll ultimatley learn self-love and accept what you are in the present moment, complete! :D
judit vagnoni 9 years ago
My dear Gemma and the others people with depression; this disease have many causes.One: biological,two:hereditary,three:personal experience,four: our personality emotional and the way how we see the world....the life. Firts we need help of medicine( I´m take medication since i was 16 years old),psichological therapy,love for ourself,meditation and other naturals therapy. But the more important is that you recognize the splendid and magnificent parson who you are,to thanks every day for great adventure life is,emanate good energy and help others with all your love.I know that is very difficult but is not impossible.i ´m could,.. you can too, i believe in you.Judit.
JosefienvanPoppel 9 years ago
Please don't be anxious about these drawings because they're very pretty and funny :)
JessPleace 9 years ago
I want to write a comment; but then people will know my name, and then, wait... will this comment be posted onto FB? I really don't like the idea of my FB "freinds" knowing I am suffering with anxiety and depression.
AnnaSalerno 9 years ago
These are so incredible! I can feel the pain. I suffered with depression since I was a baby. I was 33 years old before I agreed to take antidepressants. The only reason I agreed was so I could get enough pills to kill myself. I just had NO JOY or happiness in my life. I took the pills for three weeks when husband me how long I was going to have to take the pills. When I told him I'd have to take them for the rest of my life he told me that he'd buy them for me too. The medication was a life savior for me as it is for millions of other people who suffer from this debilitating disease! So there is hope when you find the antidepressant that works for you!
TanyaWhelan 9 years ago
Hey Jess I know we all feel Anxietys a weakness don't be ashamed I just something we struggle with there's alot of groups on facebook who you can talk to
Shinomi Chan 8 years ago
Oh. No wonder I feel tired 24/7 then... I mean I know I have panic attack medicine but..
Alex Hägendorf 9 years ago
Be compassionate with your anxiety/depression, you'll ultimatley learn self-love and accept what you are in the present moment, complete! :D
judit vagnoni 9 years ago
My dear Gemma and the others people with depression; this disease have many causes.One: biological,two:hereditary,three:personal experience,four: our personality emotional and the way how we see the world....the life. Firts we need help of medicine( I´m take medication since i was 16 years old),psichological therapy,love for ourself,meditation and other naturals therapy. But the more important is that you recognize the splendid and magnificent parson who you are,to thanks every day for great adventure life is,emanate good energy and help others with all your love.I know that is very difficult but is not impossible.i ´m could,.. you can too, i believe in you.Judit.
JosefienvanPoppel 9 years ago
Please don't be anxious about these drawings because they're very pretty and funny :)
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