The shocking deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain have sparked conversations about suicide and mental health.
In her own response to the news, Jada Pinkett Smith took to Instagram to reveal her own battle with suicidal ideation, saying that “mental health is something we should practice daily.”
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Will Smith‘s wife penned on Monday:
“One thing I’ve learned in my life over the years is that mental health is something we should practice daily, not just when issues arise. We should take care of our mind and spirit in the same way we do our body. With the suicides of Kate and Anthony it brought up feelings of when I was in such despair and had considered the same demise…often.”
Wow. See her full powerful post (below):
One thing I’ve learned in my life over the years is that mental health is something we should practice daily, not just when issues arise. We should take care of our mind and spirit in the same way we do our body. With the suicides of Kate and Anthony it brought up feelings of when I was in such despair and had considered the same demise…often. In the years I spent towards my healing, many moons ago, I realized the mind and heart can be extremely delicate without the foundation of a formidable spirit. What I eat, what I watch on TV, what music I listen to, how I care for my body, my spiritual practice, what people I surround myself with, the amount of stress I allow and so on… either contribute to or deteriorate my mental health. Mental health is a daily practice for me. It’s a practice of deep self-love. May Kate and Anthony Rest In Peace. Many may not understand… but I do, and this morning I have the deepest gratitude that I pulled through. . Love.A post shared by Jada Pinkett Smith (@jadapinkettsmith) on Jun 11, 2018 at 2:40pm PDT
Thank you for sharing your story, Jada. And may it inspire everyone to prioritize their mental health and to know that they are not alone.
Remember, if you or a loved one is in need of help, don’t hesitate to call 1-800-273-8255.
[Image via Instagram.]
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