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Male Celebrities Open Up About Mental Health Struggles
It’s happening! the mental health topic is no longer being looked as a taboo and some of our favorite celebrities are shedding light on this conversation. The iconic River Plate Stadium in Buenos Aires witnessed an unforgettable moment, Argentine singer Duki captivated his audience with a powerful message on mental health. The artist, known for his energetic performances, paused to address the crowd, urging them to support those who might be struggling emotionally.
“Sadness is not an ugly moment, it is not an ugly feeling. Yes, it hurts us, but sadness makes us strong, it is not wrong to feel sad,” Duki declared. He went on to share his personal experience, recounting a press conference where he broke down in tears. “It doesn’t matter how much money I have, what matters is how you feel inside. If you are sad, talk about it, tell people, don’t be afraid to be sad,” he emphasized.
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“Being sad is what makes me strong. I am a man. I have cried since I was born and I have lived sad all my life and thanks to that I have become strong. So all the people who think that crying and being sad is wrong are all a piece of shit and have no balls. I cry, I’m sad, I take it and move forward, it’s that simple. If they have anxiety problems, mental problems, the best way is to move forward. Life is beautiful, I swear, sometimes it seems difficult. There are people who have it harder than others and that’s the truth, but those things make you strong. If you fight it, the merit will be doubled. If you have a dream, something you like, fight for it. If you have to cry, cry. If they have to be sad, they say it. And if someone calls you a coward, you say ‘you’re a coward for not wanting to show it, stupid’,” he concluded.
This candid revelation reflects a growing trend of celebrities have opened up on their mental health struggles, contributing to increased awareness and understanding. Duki’s openness on such a grand stage serves as a powerful reminder that mental health knows no boundaries, affecting individuals regardless of their fame or fortune.
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Male Celebrities who opened up about their mental health struggles
Recently, a documentary featuring soccer legend David Beckham highlighted his battle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Beckham shared the exhausting nature of his condition, emphasizing the need to arrange items precisely and clean meticulously, even when his family is asleep. “When everyone is in bed, I go in, clean the candles, turn the lights on the right settings, make sure everything is tidy. I hate coming down in the morning and seeing dirty cups and plates,” he said.
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This year, Spanish singer Alejandro Sanz took to social media to reveal his struggles with sadness and fatigue. In a heartfelt message, Sanz conveyed the reality that even those who seemingly live a privileged life can struggle with internal battles, to the point that sometimes he wished “not to be there.” “I’m not well. I don’t know if this helps, but I want to say it. I’m sad and tired. In case anyone else believes that it must always be a sea breeze or a firework on a summer night. I’m working to make it go away,” he wrote.
No estoy bien. No sé si esto sirve de algo pero quiero decirlo. Estoy triste y cansado. Por si alguien más cree que hay que ser siempre una brisa de mar o un fuego artificial en una noche de verano. Estoy trabajando para que se me pase… llegaré a los escenarios y algo dentro me…
— Alejandro Sanz (@AlejandroSanz) May 26, 2023
Justin Bieber has also been an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness. In his documentary series, JB Next Chapter, the Canadian pop sensation opened up about his battle with depression and anxiety during his adolescence, in which he dabbled with drugs. He acknowledged the unique challenges of facing such struggles under the scrutiny of the public eye and emphasized the importance of seeking help.
Colombian singer J Balvin shared his experience with anxiety and depression in the documentary “The Boy from Medellín,” attributing his recovery to meditation. He spoke openly about turning to sleeping pills and experiencing suicidal thoughts before seeking help.
Argentinian rapper Rusherking spoke about the toll his publicized romance with Maria Becerra took on his mental health, leading to panic attacks. “I thought I was going to die. I was sleeping at home, I was short of breath and I had to get up so they could take me to the hospital. They checked me and I had nothing. It was all mental. I’m in the public eye, the exhibition is part of this, but I am not used to it,” he said.
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Lewis Capaldi addressed his struggles with Tourette syndrome and anxiety in a Netflix documentary. Moreover, his decision to step back from the spotlight after the Glastonbury Festival underscores the importance of self-care and seeking support. “I need to spend much more time getting my mental and physical health in order, so I can keep doing everything I love for a long time to come,” he said in a social media post.
Even Spider-Man himself, actor Tom Holland, acknowledged the toll the psychologically intense Apple TV+ series The Crowded Room took on him, prompting a year-long break from acting. “There did come a time when I was sort of, ‘I need to have a break’. I disappeared. I went to Mexico for a week and had some time on a beach and lay low. And I’m now taking a year off, and that is a result of how difficult this show was,” Tom told ExtraTV.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling or texting 988, 24 hours a day, 365 days year.
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