Trigger warning: This article tackles depression. If you feel that you need help and advice for yourself or anyone else, please contact The National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) Crisis Hotline.
When it comes to struggling with depression, every step forward is a victory. Issa Pressman offers some inspiration as she makes those steps in tune with some soulful music.
Issa Pressman Talks About Her Depression And Her Healing Journey
Issa Reveals How Dance Helps Connect With Herself
In her recent post on Instagram, Issa gives us an intimate POV of her life. In her Reels, she’s dancing to Snoh Algera’s "Fool For You." Without the usual glam associated with the fashion influencer, you can tell Issa takes on a brave persona.
In the caption she writes, “From almost a year of battling depression, I’ve been going through a couple of beautiful months of continuous healing.”
She then reveals that her dancing is a sign of her progress, “Tonight, was a new found form of therapy… last year, I couldn’t dance or sing. I had no energy, no confidence, no self belief for reasons and traumas I have yet to share, when I am ready. (with means to educate and inspire)”
Issa explains that the dance is also a way to find herself. “What matters now is that my energy is recharged and inspired, my confidence is coming back and I’m believing again that the world is full of love.? Tonight, I wanted to connect with myself again. Tonight, I wanted to connect with myself again. That self who knew art with all my heart, with no voices or judgments or whether I did good or bad… I just felt free and had fun. It’s a good way to find yourself.”
Shen then reminded them to prioritize themselves as well. “Do things that make you feel YOU again. If you improve your relationship with yourself, you improve your relationship with the world.”
Only Love and Support For Issa
Issa turned off the comments section of the post. Still, a few of Issa’s friends like Iza Calzado, Jerik Santos, and Christi McGarry were able to leave their love and support.
Sister Yassi Pressman left five heart emojis. In 2022, Yassi went on an interview with Karen Davila to talk about her mental health struggles, especially after her father’s passing. She also advocated and invested in Mind You, a service that aims to provide “accessible and affordable psychological support for large working communities and individuals from anywhere at any time in the Philippines.”
Sending strength to you, Issa. Thank you for sharing your story.
If you feel that you need help and advice for yourself or anyone else, please contact The National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) Crisis Hotline, a 24/7 confidential services hotline for psychiatric emergencies, suicidal thoughts, depression, and other issues at (0919) 057-1553 You can also reach out to Hopeline, a 24/7 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Intervention hotline in the Philippines, by calling (0917) 558-4673
Here is a more complete list of hotlines you can reach out to for further assistance.
