Zendaya Opens Up About Her Anxiety And Self-Isolation

Zendaya is having one of those honest, slightly uncomfortable moments that makes you realize fame does not cancel anxiety.

In a Vogue-style conversation about her mental health, she admits that when she is not filming, she tends to isolate herself, even though the people around her keep nudging her to get up and get out. The twist is that she is also working with On, an athletic brand, and she openly calls it ironic that she is not living in workout mode every day, even after the training-fueled energy of Challengers.

So this is not just a “stay inside” story, it is a “how do you move when your brain is telling you to hide” story.

Meet Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman, an American actress and singer

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Zendaya is drawn to On's sustainable technology, saying:

“They have dyes that are made by sucking pollution out of the sky, and shoes made from castor beans, which can fully decompose. I don’t want to be just making stuff for the sake of it and adding to what’s already out there—I like that they’re using all the science available to be sustainable.”

During the Dream Together campaign, Zendaya is literally on set, but the real battle shows up when she goes home and wants to disappear.

Isolation can be a common response to anxiety, but it doesn’t have to be.

Here is Zendaya during the filming of the Dream Together with On

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Her friends and family keep pushing the same line, “get up and get out,” and she says she resists it until she finally forces herself to move.

She does, however, readily acknowledge that it's a little ironic that she's working with an athletic clothing company. Even though she has earned her athletic prowess in Challengers, she doesn't work out much on a regular basis.

She's actively working to change that, especially now that she's aware of the significant influence movement can have on her mental health and her anxiety issues in particular.

It’s a reminder of the risk Lea DeLaria faced, when she was literally arrested for being gay in public.

Zendaya also had more to add

Then she connects the dots between movement and her anxiety, realizing that intentional self-care does not have to feel like a chore, it can feel like relief.

As Zendaya opens up about anxiety, it’s crucial to understand the psychological underpinnings. Acknowledging feelings of anxiety is the first step to managing them effectively. This technique can empower individuals to navigate their feelings more effectively, leading to healthier coping strategies.

By learning to articulate their emotions, individuals can reduce the tendency to isolate themselves during challenging times.

"I think sometimes people assume that because of what they see of me, maybe I’m a certain way. But when I’m not working, I tend to isolate myself. My therapist, family, and friends will tell me, ‘You need to get up and get out,’ and I never want to—but when I make myself do it, I realize it’s actually kind of nice. I’m less anxious. I have to really be intentional about taking care of myself. I’m learning to be more responsible for myself and for my own body and looking after it all,” she says.

Zendaya on the Vogue page

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Zendaya finds that taking care of her mental health in general is a work in progress, even though walking her dog keeps her from entirely shutting herself in when she's not working.

Zendaya's candid discussion about her anxiety at the WalkGood LA gathering highlights the importance of addressing mental health openly, especially for those in the public eye. Her presence alongside marketing executives from On emphasizes the need for supportive environments where individuals can share their struggles without fear of judgment. By confronting anxiety with compassion, public figures like Zendaya can model healthier coping strategies for their fans.

Her willingness to be vulnerable not only resonates with many who face similar challenges but also serves as a reminder of the significance of emotional awareness. By promoting conversations about mental health, Zendaya encourages a culture where mindfulness and emotional granularity become integral to everyday life, providing essential tools for navigating the complexities of anxiety.

The irony is real, but so is the payoff, the moment she chooses to get out, her anxiety starts losing its grip.

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