Sharon Stone reveals her battles with mental health and activism

To many of us ordinary folks, the everyday lives of celebrities appear to be free of troubles. Indeed, there's a common saying that dealing with suffering is easier when you can dry your tears with banknotes. However, let's set aside the sarcasm because individuals in the limelight face serious challenges at the end of the day. Sharon Stone has recently opened up about her struggle with mental health.

In an interview aired several days ago on the YouTube channel TRT World, the film star confessed that she often grapples with mental health issues herself. "We’re all trying to confront our demons. We’re all acting out — me, too, and trying to figure out how to keep getting back up, keep helping people up even if we put them down, and make sure we’re all back up," she stated in the segment "Turkish Tea Talk with Alex Salmond".

Stone, who collaborates regularly with the World Health Organization, opined that one cannot simply rely on political leaders concerning mental health care. Change must always start with the individual, who needs to muster strength and strive to heal. "You have to get back up, get yourself together and help whoever you think you bumped around, and keep moving forward — and instant forgiveness. Instant forgiveness for yourself," she added.

On the topic of aiding others, the star could not contain her tears. The actress has utilized her fame to support those in need. In 2013, she was honoured with the Peace Award for "activities that brought solidarity and new hope to the millions of people who have fought and are fighting against the tragedy of HIV/Aids." "I would stand in the street with these people. I would risk my lives with these people," she communicated, visibly moved.

Interestingly, Stone did not share the news of winning the Nobel Prize with those around her. "I never told anyone here that I won. I was unsure how to tell people in the film industry about the Nobel Prize," she disclosed. Nonetheless, she isn't in a rush to return to Hollywood. Engaged in painting for up to 17 hours daily, she has decided that only a "really powerful and meaningful" role could tempt her back to acting.