Sara Ali Khan Recalls Feeling 'Overwhelmed', Advocates For 'Therapy' To Keep Mental Health In Check

Sara Ali Khan, who made her Bollywood debut with Kedarnath, is a firm believer in the importance of self-care in maintaining mental well-being. The actress recently admitted that she doesn't believe in putting

up a facade of 'I can handle everything on my own,' while dealing with pressure in the industry. In an interview, the Metro... In Dino actress recalled feeling 'overwhelmed' in the past.

Sara Ali Khan on mental health, therapy

In an interview with Hindustan Times, Sara opened up about the time she felt overwhelmed about everything happening around her. "There was a time when I was feeling really overwhelmed; mentally, emotionally, just everything piling up at once," she shared.However, it was during that phase where Sara realised that little things like spending time with your mother, and more can help one bring back to themselves. Having said that, the actress also believes therapy can help one keep their mental well-being in check."I genuinely believe therapy can be a really helpful tool, not just when you’re struggling, but even when things are going okay. It gives you a safe space to reflect, to understand your emotions better, and to just be honest with yourself," she added.

Sara Ali Khan on stigma around mental health

In the same conversation, Sara addressed the stigma around mental health. "It’s heartening to see that the generation today believes in talking about their mental well-being, but the hesitation to seek therapy shows that stigma still exists," she said.The actress added that people must normalise conversations around mental well-being just like they talk about physical health. She believes that 'education, awareness and leading by example' are key.Meanwhile, on the work front, Sara was last seen in Metro... In Dino with Aditya Roy Kapur, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Neena Gupta, Anupam Kher, and others.Disclaimer: If you're feeling overwhelmed or struggling, please seek help immediately. Reach out to a mental health professional, a counsellor, or a support hotline in your area. You are not alone, and help is available to you. Helpline numbers: Aasra - 9820466726, Snehi: 9582208181, Fortis MentalHealth: 8376804102