Tyrese Gibson Champions Mental Health Awareness in Candid Appeal
The Fast & Furious star shares fact filled videos education followers about mental health.
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In a deeply personal video message posted to Instagram, actor and singer Tyrese Gibson opened up about mental health awareness while addressing the concerning rise in suicide rates. The Fast & Furious star admitted he initially hesitated to share the video but ultimately decided its message was too important to keep private.
The Video That Almost Wasn’t Posted
Gibson begins his caption by acknowledging his reluctance: “I really struggled with putting this video up…. But I decided to post it anyway.” He quickly reassures followers that he is “literally fine” and not in crisis, clarifying that his motivation comes from witnessing troubling patterns both in his personal circles and society at large.
Gibson’s post seems to have a video full of facts on suicides by people who were seemingly normal just before they met their maker out of self-will. The messages in the video provide viewers with an unfiltered moment of reflection, delivering his message about mental health awareness.
Behind The Smile: The Deception Of Appearing Fine
“I’m putting up this post because there’s so many people in the world that I’ve known personally and you have known personally,” Gibson explains, highlighting that suicide rates “have risen on a very significant concerning and alarming rates.”
The 46-year-old actor delves into how people often mask their struggles: “Most of us have mastered the art of deception. We know how to look apart, smile, put on our best outfits, get hair and makeup done… and we know how to make people feel thinking and believe that we’re OK.”
Gibson candidly describes many individuals as “walking, breathing, ticking time bombs,” noting that what might trigger someone to self-harm or contemplate suicide could seem insignificant to others.
Maintaining Hope Despite Life’s Challenges
The “Sweet Lady” singer reflected on his own experiences, sharing that people have often expressed surprise at his positive outlook despite his personal struggles: “People have often said to me personally with the amount of things that I’ve seen, heard, lived, experienced, they have no idea how I still smile, [how I’m] still excited about life.”
Gibson maintains that he continues to have “this beautiful outlook on life, even though life has tried to knock my head off, literally at times.”
The heart of Gibson’s message comes in his conclusion, where he urges followers to “check on your strong friends.” He recommends direct action: “Text them, call them. You haven’t seen them in a while, just go put your eyes on them, reach out to them.”
Gibson emphasizes that these check-ins could be crucial for anyone facing personal challenges – from job loss and home foreclosure to layoffs. He concludes his post with the hashtag #CheckOnYourStrongFriends.
Gibson’s Recent Social Media Activity
This mental health awareness post comes during what appears to be a busy period for the multi-hyphenate entertainer. In recent days, Gibson has shared glimpses of his life in New York City and New Orleans, including playful moments with friends like radio personality Charlamagne Tha God, whom he recently featured in a post joking about makeup and discussing potential podcast plans.
In another recent post from New Orleans, Gibson shared a prayer for those suffering in silence. He has also been celebrating family moments, sharing Easter celebrations, and expressing gratitude for his faith.
From South Central To Global Star
Tyrese Darnell Gibson rose to fame first as a singer after winning a talent contest at age 14, following which he did commercials, debut albums, and even film roles. Throughout his career, this R&B star turned actor has been open about his difficult childhood in South Central Los Angeles and the personal challenges he’s faced despite his professional success.
This latest post aligns with Gibson’s history of using his platform to address meaningful issues beyond entertainment, particularly those affecting mental health and community wellbeing. As suicide rates continue to rise globally, Gibson’s message serves as a timely reminder that even those who appear strongest might be fighting silent battles – and that a simple check-in could make all the difference.
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