Selena Gomez Discusses Mental Health Struggles and Bedroom Association

Selena Gomez, the renowned singer and actress, has recently opened up about her ongoing mental health challenges, revealing why she no longer feels comfortable sleeping in her own bedroom. This revelation came during the inaugural Mental Fitness Summit hosted by Wondermind, a mental health platform she co-founded with her mother, Mandy Teefey. The virtual event took place on October 10, which was World Mental Health Day.

At the summit, Gomez shared that she often finds her bedroom to be an unsettling space due to past periods of anxiety and depression. “I spent too much time in my bedroom that I actually don’t even sleep in my bedroom anymore,” Gomez stated, explaining that she associates the space “with such a really dark time.” Her mother’s habit of ‘bed rotting’ when feeling stressed also reflects the struggle Gomez experiences.

The 32-year-old actress candidly described her battle with anxiety, noting, “Being anxious is so debilitating sometimes. I didn’t want to leave my bed for years.” She emphasized the importance of self-belief and addressing one’s mental health, stating that it’s essential to “do the work that will truly enlighten you a little bit.”

Moreover, Gomez recounted a recent experience of insomnia—she was unable to fall asleep until 4 a.m. the night before the summit. She reiterated an internal mantra to herself, saying, “This will pass, just let it go through your body and it’ll go away,” which eventually allowed her to fall asleep.

Gomez has been an advocate for mental health awareness, previously revealing her diagnosis with bipolar disorder in a 2022 documentary. She has spoken about the stigma associated with mental health and the importance of supporting those affected.

While Gomez’s career boasts considerable success, her openness about personal struggles serves to dismantle the myth of a perfect life. “I hope no one ever looks at me and thinks, ‘Oh, her life is perfect,’” Gomez explained, emphasizing, “We’re all humans, and feelings are very real. It definitely needs to be talked about, and we need to educate people more about it.” She expressed gratitude for her life but asserted the need for ongoing conversations about mental health.