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Pankaj Tripathi on Mental Health: 'No Shame in Therapy'
12 Dec
Summary
- Pankaj Tripathi openly discusses depression after his father's death.
- Actor experienced renewed grief following his mother's recent passing.
- Tripathi advocates for therapy, likening it to treating physical ailments.
Pankaj Tripathi has openly discussed his personal experiences with mental health, grief, and the importance of seeking help. He revealed that the past few years have been exceptionally challenging, particularly after his father's passing, during which he struggled with undiagnosed depression for months.
The actor's emotional journey intensified with the recent death of his mother, further deepening his understanding of grief. Tripathi stressed the significance of acknowledging these feelings and openly expressed his willingness to pursue therapy as a means to address them.
He advocates for destigmatizing mental health treatment, comparing it to seeking care for physical ailments. Tripathi also highlighted the accessibility of mental health resources, noting that therapy can be a proactive step toward wellbeing, akin to ancient guidance practices.
