Rapper Jeezy has opened up about his eight years of depression and what he’s learned.
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Jeezy talks about gaining a deeper understanding of his experiences with anxiety, trauma, and depression.
The 46-year-old rapper appeared on a recent episode of “The Tamron Hall Show,” which aired on Monday.between jeezy exteriorHe spoke about his recently published memoir, “Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe.”
About halfway through the conversation, the rapper reflected on his struggle with anxiety. Additionally, Jeezy shared how “liberating” herself from her own stigma surrounding her anxiety and mental health has made her a “better person.”
“Well, I learned that weakness is strength. It is strength,” Jeezy explained. “I thought there might be a problem.
I thought I came from poverty and thought this was what it was like. I didn’t understand trauma and all that stuff, so I started understanding the words to describe it, I understood it, I started getting the tools, I started getting better…”
Jeezy went on to explain that he was writing about his experience in a memoir because he didn’t know he was “depressed” during his eight years of “straight” life.
“I started my own journey, and that’s why I’m expressing it and putting it in the book, because I didn’t know that I had depression for about eight years of my life,” the rapper explained to Hall. .
The rapper revealed that his symptoms included waking up and “wanting to go back to sleep” and “leaning into” his “vices.” Today, the rapper realized that his own trauma was brought on by the loss of many close people. Because of this, he was unable to “touch” his “feelings”.
“When you wake up, you just want to go back to your eternal sleep, right? And I was leaning into my vices,” Jeezy continued. And that’s what street life does to you. Are you sure you understand what I’m saying? He said, “When you lose 200, 300, 400 people like they’re gone forever, you just become numb. And you can’t control your emotions and you wonder why.” I was there.”
social media reaction
Instagram users entered Shade room comment section Often praises rappers for their revelations and insights.
Porsha Williams’ husband Simon Guobadia wrote:
“Strong evidence of resilience 🙌🏿”
Instagram user @holisticvybez added.
“‘Weakness is strength.’ I sincerely hope that people understand the truth and weight of this statement. 🔥
Some social media users, such as @marriagebyrevroxy, echoed Jeezy’s statements and experiences.
“Yes, it’s definitely depression. You wake up angry that you woke up. You have to face life. Even simple daily tasks become a chore 😥 He found the light and is very depressed. I was happy. 🙏🏾”
Added Instagram user @xo_kayshenaye29.
“‘I just wanted to sleep forever.’ I went 💔 It’s crazy how depression forms, but sometimes you don’t even realize it. Many people do it in silence. We suffer because we don’t feel understood or feel safe talking about it. 🥺 Sending healing thoughts and energy to those who are dealing with depression on their own. Please know that it’s okay to express yourself. You just have to find the right person.”
Other Instagram users (e.g. @)dominictin Added positive words of encouragement to other viewers.
“Hard times don’t last forever. ❤️”
Added Instagram user @ajzmahal.
“We are fighting mental health issues, inflation, terrible government, working like crazy, and coleslaw is on our side. Please continue to pray and cherish every moment…”
Finally, Instagram user @after5_clothing shared her appreciation for Jeezy’s transparency.
“I’m so glad he shared! Because there’s so much stigma in talking about your emotions in our community. I’m so happy. @jeezy❤️”
Rapper’s statement arrives during divorce proceedings with Jeannie Mai
Jeezy’s revelations came during his recent divorce filing from his wife of two years, TV personality Jeannie Mai. As The Shade Room previously reported, the rapper filed for divorce on September 14th. Additionally, his petition reportedly states that their marriage is “irretrievably broken” and there is “no hope of reconciliation.”
A few weeks later, on October 11th, Jeannie Mai seemed to break her silence on the matter via Instagram.
The 44-year-old shared a photo of a lined piece of paper with a quote written on it.
“Sometimes you need to take a break or disconnect to recover.”
Earlier this month, Mai spoke exclusively to Sherri Shepherd about her estranged marriage and pending divorce from Jeezy, according to The Shade Room.
It’s also worth noting that the estranged couple have a one-year-old daughter named Monaco, while Jeezy has two older children from two separate previous relationships. people.
