Through this initiative, Gomez aimed to foster dialogue, offer guidance, and promote self-care practices for those in need.

Conversations surrounding mental health are becoming increasingly crucial, and celebrities are leveraging their platforms to shed light on this important issue. Among them is actress and singer Selena Gomez, who continues to make significant strides in raising awareness about mental health through her involvement with Rare Beauty.

On Wednesday, May 1, Selena Gomez hosted the third annual Rare Beauty Mental Health Summit, a special event dedicated to providing resources and support for individuals grappling with mental health challenges. Through this initiative, Gomez aimed to foster dialogue, offer guidance, and promote self-care practices for those in need.

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Taking to Instagram, Gomez shared insights from the event, expressing her gratitude for the attendees and emphasizing the significance of mental health advocacy.

Central to the summit was a discussion between Gomez and U.S. Surgeon General Vice Admiral Vivek Murthy, underscoring the importance of social connection in mental well-being. Murthy praised Gomez for her efforts in creating support communities through Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund, which empower individuals to embrace self-acceptance and find solace in shared experiences.

Through her partnership with Rare Beauty, Gomez has transcended entertainment to become a beacon of hope for those struggling with mental health issues. With each summit and initiative, she reaffirms her dedication to effecting positive change and uplifting those in need.

Selena Gomez and her tumultuous journey with mental health

Selena Gomez recently bared her soul during a panel discussion at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas. In a poignant and candid conversation, the renowned singer, actress, and philanthropist reflected on her tumultuous journey with mental health, shedding light on her decision to release the deeply personal documentary, “My Mind & Me” and the transformative impact it had on her life.

Over six years, “My Mind & Me” documented her battles with anxiety, depression, and the pivotal moment of her diagnosis of bipolar disorder in 2020. The documentary, which she initially grappled with the decision to release, provided a raw and unfiltered glimpse into her inner struggles.

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Gomez opened up about the pivotal moment she decided to share her story with the world. “The moment I did that, I felt this insane amount of release,” Gomez confessed. “There wasn’t any hiding anymore. It was probably one of the hardest moments of my life.”