Kristen Bell has reflected on challenging moments when grappling with depression, describing the struggle to get out of bed as a difficult feat. The 45-year-old actress, who first shared her mental health battles in 2016, has faced issues of anxiety and depression. Recalling her decision to speak openly about her struggles, Kristen acknowledged the contrast between her public persona of optimism and the internal heaviness she experiences. She highlighted the positive response she received after being honest about her mental health challenges, which encouraged her to continue sharing her story.
In a recent interview with Red Magazine for their December edition, Kristen emphasized the difficulty of overcoming bouts of depression. In 2016, she candidly described how her mental health issues had become debilitating, clarifying that depression, for her, is not merely sadness but a pervasive and overwhelming force that affected her daily functioning. Despite outwardly appearing bubbly and positive, Kristen found herself struggling with an unexplained heaviness that impacted her emotional well-being, even during her time at New York University.
Currently, married to Dax Shepherd, Kristen openly discusses her mental health journey to support others facing similar challenges. In her professional life, she finds solace in her friendship with co-star Adam Brody from the Netflix series “Nobody Wants This.” The show has returned for a second season, with Kristen sharing her surprise at convincing Adam to participate, given his initial reluctance to play a romantic lead. Kristen praised Adam’s versatile acting and charm, noting his appeal to audiences regardless of the roles he takes on.
The December issue of Red Magazine featuring Kristen Bell is set to be released on October 23. For those in need of support, the Samaritans helpline is available 24/7 at 116 123, along with the option to email jo@samaritans.org or find local branches on their website.