Celebrities with Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety is the most prevalent mental health disorder in the world, and can be found in wide range of age groups, from children to senior citizens. Generalized anxiety disorder signs and symptoms include restlessness, muscle tension, insomnia, and people having a family history of the illness have a higher risk of experiencing it. Though it is well known that this mental illness is not uncommon, few people know just how many popular celebrities suffer from it.
“Anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today of its strength.”
—Charles Spurgeon
These are the celebrities who have been outspoken about how they live and manage their anxiety.
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey is a talk show host and an actress, most popular for The Oprah Winfrey Show. The chairwoman of The Oprah Winfrey Network and Harpo Productions, Winfrey was diagnosed with anxiety disorder as a child, and she has been open about her disease, sharing her experience with fans.
“The thing you fear most has no power. Your fear of it is what has the power. Facing the truth really will set you free.
Before you agree to do anything that might add even the smallest amount of stress to your life, ask yourself: What is my truest intention? Give yourself time to let a yes resound within you. When it’s right, I guarantee that your entire body will feel it.
Oprah Winfrey