Author: Ashley Rey / Source: Bustle
As announced on Tuesday, July 17, Destiny’s Child bandmate and gospel artist Michelle Williams has checked herself into a mental health facility for depression, according to TMZ. The entertainer explained the decision in a statement on her Instagram page. (Bustle reached out to Williams’ rep for comment, but did not immediately hear back.
)In the Instagram statement, Williams wrote:
“For years I have dedicated myself to increasing awareness of mental health and empowering people to recognize when it’s time to seek help, support and guidance from those that love and care for your wellbeing. I recently listened to the advice I have given to thousands around the world and sought help from a great team of healthcare professionals.”
Fans of Williams know that the singer has been open about her battles with depression in the past, and as her statement says, she has also used her platform to advocate for mental health awareness.
Williams first opened up about her mental health journey in a 2013 People interview, where she shared how medication, therapy, exercise, and positive thinking helped her live a healthy life. “I believe God-gifted people, physicians, doctors, therapists – that’s your healing,” she told the publication. “Take advantage of it. Go see a professional so that they can assess you. It’s okay if you’re going through something. Depression is not okay, but it is okay to go get help.”
And Williams recognizing that, and seeking further assistance with her own journey, is so brave.
In a 2017 interview…
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