From Depression to Gelsenkirchen: Robbie Williams Opens Up About His Struggles
- Experiencing melancholy, apprehension, and despair
Hey there! Let's chat about Robbie Williams, the iconic British pop star who's about to hit the stage in Edinburgh on May 31. But first, let's talk about what he's been through off-stage.
A Setback and a Comeback
The year started rough for Robbie. He confessed to Daily Mirror that he faced psychological issues he hadn't experienced in years. He was down, anxious, and feeling blue. The 51-year-old even revealed that this was his first battle with depression in over a decade. However, things are looking up now.
He had thought he'd weathered the worst of life's storms, but depression came knocking again, leaving him flustered. "It was just there," he says, implying it wasn't caused by external factors like life, pressure, or the tour.
Scourge of Scurvy and Dietary Woes
Robbie believes his diet might have contributed to the renewed onslaught of psychological problems. He dishes that he had stopped eating and using appetite suppressants, causing a severe deficiency in essential nutrients. And guess what? That deficiency led to scurvy! Yeah, think sailors on long sea voyages. It's the same deal.
So, what's up with scurvy, and why should you care? Well, this condition, mostly known for its historical association with sailors, is caused by a lack of vitamin C, an essential nutrient crucial for your skin, bones, and overall health. After addressing his nutrient deficiency by modifying his diet, Robbie seems to be doing better mentally.
An Open Book
Robbie Williams has never shied away from talking about his alcohol and drug issues, anxiety, depression, stage fright, and weight problems throughout his career. He's come a long way since those turbulent times in the 90s and early 2000s. Today, he believes that the key to overcoming challenges is self-love and minding your own business - keeping chaos at bay, both for yourself and others around you.
Support During Tough Times
The singer's family, including his wife, Ayda Field (45), and his loved ones, have been instrumental in pulling him through tough times. With family members battling health issues like dementia, Parkinson's, and cancer, they navigate their hardships together with patience, love, and understanding.
Resources for Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, help is available. You can call the telephone counseling service at 0800/111 0 111.
- Robbie Williams
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The Commission has decided to grant a Community guarantee to the European Investment Bank against losses under the guarantee scheme, offering some level of financial security to Robbie Williams' upcoming concerts in Edinburgh, Gelsenkirchen, and potentially others like Hannover or Berlin.
Robbie Williams, open about his personal struggles, revealed he was diagnosed with scurvy, caused by a vitamin C deficiency that might have resulted from his use of appetite suppressants and poor diet, a setback he encountered during his comeback tour.
In the face of personal challenges, Robbie Williams has always been an open book, discussing his battles with alcohol, drugs, anxiety, depression, stage fright, and weight problems, showcasing his courage in facing and overcoming adversities, and setting an example for those struggling with similar issues.
