Halsey - A Conversation About Bipolar Disorder (Artist Spotlight Stories)

In this installment of Artist Spotlight Stories, Halsey and licensed therapist Dr. Snehi Kapur explore mental health and bipolar disorder in an intimate one-on-one conversation. Directed by Liza Mandelup and produced by KZbin Music, the film gives an exclusive glimpse into Halsey’s inner world and personal journey, while offering insight on broader issues surrounding mental health.
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[@halsey]

I am so touched that so many people have found likeness in this discussion about mental health. Please remember it’s important to seek professional advice. Bipolar disorder is very complex, and self diagnosis could rob you of a more specific and helpful diagnosis.

[@letstalkwildlifepodcast]

thank you for touching this topic. it means so much to all of us. i am so grateful for you and conversations like this.

[@randomazed]

I can't even explain what this means to me. Your music and poetry have been therapy for me. Thank you so much for being brave enough to put this out there. It's helping countless humans. I love you beyond words. Bad news, think I'll probably die before I have you.. but thank you for the beautiful pieces of yourself that you've given like wildflowers.

[@randomazed]

P.S. the girl who told you we need you.. please don't die.. that is the fucking truth. Please, please, Ashley, open your mind to believe that truth. I know it's a lot to put on a person, especially a stranger.. but it's the absolute truth.

[@Julia-en5ys]

Thank you so much for speaking up and for sharing your story! So appreciated!!

[@lisaneajuarez3828]

Halsey you are the best

[@franky2347]

“How do I know what I’m allowed to feel?” The worse thing about bipolar is that you never know if what you’re feeling is valid or grounded in reality or is part of a tumultuous swing. Constantly questioning your emotions is exhausting. I’m so happy she’s talking about what this feels like.

[@denisserivera89]

Ilooooveyouu

[@lululestat]

The same applies for those of us with BPD her question was felt be us all I love her for it ❤️

[@annlatham]

❤️❤️❤️

[@norcal5971]

Feel AND think.

[@wheresmybonejuice5524]

Wow. I got goosebumps from this comment. I’ve literally been scared that my diagnosis is wrong because I always question my own judgement.

[@abbywiltshire2383]

Halsey is a true advocate. She doesn’t shy away from the darker sides of humanity and that’s beautiful.

[@KorinnePortley]

Completely

[@kingplayer.193]

Korinne Elizabeth Portley MMZMMrvur

[@surfinsilver]

Anybody need a friend?

[@XXClodaghBXX]

😍😍😍

[@ShubhamSharmaUDVlogs]

bhai i am also a youtuber need your support #Thereactionofudbrothers

[@fleurknobben1856]

''Meeting someone when you're manic, and then when you're having a depressive episode they are like: Well, now you're this depressed miserable thing'' .... shit hit me hard, bipolar is hard but not impossible.

[@surfinsilver]

I just made a video on my mental illness recently if anyone would like to come on by

[@anastasiapurr7691]

Depressive episode happen to us all during our lifetime. The person who really loves you will support you no matter your mental state, therefore they’ll support you

[@46tearsforyou]

My ex said this to me all the time. That I wasn't the way I was when I met him. How he didn't understand how I could have changed so much. I didn't know at the time that I might have bipolar disorder, so these words really crippled me. Made me question my identity. Made me more depressed. Hearing her say that made me cry.

[@biancaisabel]

I dont have bipolar disorder but I can relate so much

[@chikmadisonwiusa2014]

Halsey wrote one of my favorite songs “Sorry”…. People that do not have bipolar disorder may not understand but if you are bipolar, you totally understand “Sorry”…

[@samarmansour332]

“How do I know what I am allowed to feel?” that hit hard.

[@najibrubayatkhan6278]

I can't forget this quote.

[@lockheart619]

I found it interesting of how she mentioned ppl love a manic woman when they're getting something out of it, but as soon as she's dealing with internal stuff the word becomes weaponized against her. I'm astonished that she was able to put this into words. The concept of this is prevalent in the music industry, and should be addressed more in the media.

[@xerxesfarquad1729]

Well put

[@surfinsilver]

^?

[@fortuna-labilis]

this reminds me of Lady Gaga. I think she said something similar in her most recent interview with Zane Lowe.

[@ShubhamSharmaUDVlogs]

Guys i am also a youtuber need your support #Thereactionofudbrothers

[@blahblah1438]

I have also found this to be true in personal relationships as well. For me, men would love my energy and be amazed by it but then when the crash came they couldn’t understand because they took my energy and used it

[@autumnrose9077]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder whenever I was 13. At times, I didn't expect to live past 20 because of suicidal thoughts. My family was abusive and I didn't have any allies when it came to my bisexuality as a teen. But, I'm here to say that if you just KEEP GOING, everything will be okay if you're actually trying to better your life. I am now 21 with a family of my own. I have my own house, and I just want to see everyone be successful in life. Halsey, thank you so much for getting this message out. ILY

[@anonymousheux]

I don’t know you but I’m proud of you. I’m glad you’re doing better and I hope good things for you

[@autumnrose444]

@@anonymousheux Thank you so much :)

[@_ilovekpop_thanku5125]

Ur so strong to everyone out there ily u will be fine

[@kingtaehyun3223]

That's good for you.You deserve it good as well as other people.I am actually quite similar as you.I got into depression when i was around 13.i have rough times with my family and i seem to develop other mental illnesses(at least one)which i mostly think it's bipolar.

[@_ilovekpop_thanku5125]

@@kingtaehyun3223 wanna talk about i know what u mean i am here for u

[@rune4769]

"Still Learning" speaks to the depths of my anxiety and self loathing and really helps me find the words of my heart when it feels heaviest. While it doesnt exactly save me in the moment having the outlet to let my grief come out can help relieve some of the pressure

[@alexcannon822]

Rune I feel this. I was in a bad relationship and it just made me think so badly on myself and made me anxious on what to do after I got out of the relationship. No matter what I can’t change the past but I can still learn to love myself and use my voice.

[@laurenlawson5044]

I had Still Learning on repeat for months and still do. It helped me realize I’m doin just fine, and I’m still learning. 💜

[@rune4769]

@@laurenlawson5044 yeah it plays on repeat in my head a lot since it came out, like a mantra. i do my best with the intention to improve otherwise i sink into nihilism and give up

[@nothingsurprisesmeanymore]

My family have no idea how to deal with me, I don't blame them though, unless you have suffered from depression, anxiety and self loathing you can't understand. I don't understand even when I've had it for years, although it's only the fact that my family wouldn't understand, that I am still here. If I could go I would do it tomorrow and I know it's not right but it's how I feel.

[@kavirasarahtv2843]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYvThKmqd9Kjp5o

[@newhorizon1355]

Dr. Kapur has incredible communicative and body posture. She doesn't over speak someone speaking &she doesn't over do head nods, as many do; not really listening, just so they can speak.

[@lordzee0072]

And why do I think that she is an Indian. Cuz I am an Indian too. And Kapur is an Indian last name. Though that doesn't matter. She's a very intelligent and kind person.

[@poohthetabby664]

@@lordzee0072 that name, accent and features, yes?

[@giasanders4799]

What’s wrong with head nods? I remember Used to feel relieved when my psychiatrist nodded her head

[@Mankhushyogi733]

@@lordzee0072 her full name is snehi kapur

[@lordzee0072]

@@Mankhushyogi733 oh. I knew it she was Indian hehe

[@tynce563]

Halsey makes me feel a lot I guess “safer?” about having Borderline Personality Disorder.

[@pedrotinoco4333]

Vetealavergaok

[@omisha8792]

same, i don't feel ashamed for having bpd like i used to

[@dennyjones6921]

She has help Ed so much by trying to break the stigma of mental illness. She helped me reach out to my doctor about my mental state

[@Lillywaterleaf]

Same here ❤

[@alfredobg5422]

trueeeee

[@kindadorkyfuntimes]

“You don’t seem bipolar” feels so much like “oh I didn’t know you were messed up”. I never know how to react when people say it to me. It can be so minimising of the effort I go to to manage my disorder. Thank you Halsey for talking about this 💜

[@maran363]

I hate it when people will joke and say "wow, I can't read today, I must be dyslexic" or " I'm in a bad mood, I must be bipolar today" that is SO RUDE! How dare they make fun, joke around about real problems that I struggle with. Folks need to stop coming from a place of ignorance and be more *considerate* of me and all the others who don't have it all together.

[@kindadorkyfuntimes]

@@maran363 This is why I appreciate so much when people who are in a more visible position speak out about it :) It helps so much towards educating that this kind of behaviour can be harmful

[@kindadorkyfuntimes]

@Number 2 I usually do take it as an opportunity to talk about it :) it's just hard to hear sometimes

[@beytullahmuradi5657]

Beytullahmuradi8

[@beytullahmuradi5657]

@@maran363 ewry

[@clairemarie681]

She truly changed my life to a better one! I cannot thank her enough to put me a smile on my face every time I listen to on of her songs.

[@msophieegm5992]

Me too.

[@garfield8570]

And ... me too😀

[@haileyframpton8842]

Took the words right out of my brain 🖤

[@bridge4]

keep rockin, Claire! :))

[@leonard732]

But what’s Fantano gonna give the album

[@liajones6098]

I'm so glad she's speaking out about mental health. Artists are helping break the stigma, and it's great that she's using her platform to discuss important topics like this. Thank you so much, Ashley, you're such an inspiration.

[@fodebic5253]

That is how it feels to be bipolar: kzbin.info/www/bejne/onTPaHxtpdOaZpo

[@LapissHamster]

@@fodebic5253 I commented on that video for you :)

[@drogaa6038]

Sobscraib pillZ❤️

[@surfinsilver]

I just made a video on my mental illness recently if anyone would like to come on by

[@justinkale8258]

There is a different version of without me out now.. I'm really going mad over it .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@criticalcrash]

Halsey - using your fame and platform to be a mental heal advocate means so much to me, and I’m sure to many. What you said about mental health being a journey and one where you need to constantly maintain it is true - and when you think about it, the same can be said about physical health too - you have to constantly maintain your physical health as well. I’m someone who struggles with BPD and I’m thankful to have you share your story.

[@dewshine3359]

I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when I was 17. I had suffered from suicidal depression when I was 16 and had to drop out boarding school. At that time, I didn't know that I had a mental illness, everyone (my parents, teachers and friends) blamed me for causing my depression. I was quite a high achieving and responsible student. And everyone was shocked when I had to drop school. They told me that my negative thinking and my weakness had caused my depression. After I dropped out, my parents took me traveling hoping that it would remove my suicidal thoughts and depression. It kinda worked and by next year when I rejoined a new school my depression had turned to hypomania and finally full blown mania. Hypomania was my happy, bubbly phase. But full blown mania made me go crazy and I was taken to a psychiatrist and had to take a few months off from school. After I realised what had happened to me I became suicidal again. Well long story short, I soon came to accept my bipolar diagnosis and it gave me relief to know that my condition has a name and that there are other people who lived with it. I completed school successfully and got a scholarship to a colledge abroad. Now Im almost 20 and my first year of colledge is almost over. I take bipolar medications but I still go through slight highs and lows. Sometimes when I am low I feel like I may not live past 20. But I patiently wait for this low phase to pass. I resonated with every single thing Halsey said. I have had the same fears too. I am so happy more people are talking about mental illness and destigmatizing it. I hope my story has helped someone and made them feel not alone in what they are going through. My greatest desire is to earn money by doing something I love - KZbin, dancing, singing, drawing or acting. Buy a big house with a big garden and live in the country side and get married to someone I love and who accepts my health condition and have a family and raise kids. I just want a peaceful, comfortable and fullfilled life! Sending love to you all🤗❤ My thumb is litterally aching from how much I have typed😅 If you read upto here, thankyou☀💞

[@sallybush6454]

I read upto here😊thank I for sharing ur story.

[@meaghopkins]

Wow bless u what pills do u take I found out when I was 18 I'm 33 now I have a story I plan on sharing soon

[@yeranishunor]

Do you have type 1 or 2? I find it surprising that some people are diagnosed as minors. I think it can be difficult to diagnose someone so young because your brain is still developing and you aren't done puberty yet.

[@00rosi2]

I hope you doin' fine and I wanted you to know that you're not alone. I was diagnosed at 20 yo after 10 years of not understood myself and struggle of my ups and downs. Since than I been on medication and rarely have any episods and graduated university in 4 years.❤

[@matildajames4598]

So proud of her for always using her platform to advocate for sensitive topics like this. I know for sure that this interview is going to help a LOT of people come to terms with how they’re feeling. Love your forever H ❤️❤️❤️

[@ciel3637]

Just read it ;) I found this album very different because it is at once a part of her and we can recognized ourself in the songs. I totally agree with you about what this video is about to bring to people. I really love Halsey for being so honest about what she feels and helping us in a way to accept ourselves and as well that we are not perfect and that is okay.

[@vim1729]

I loved Leon the professional

[@marcoalaridwhite1315]

I respect her talking about her experience. If she really believed in educating the public on psychiatric illnesses she should have had a psychiatrist on

[@matildajames4598]

Marco White it definitely would have been very informative to have someone educated in the field of psychiatry since they are able to actually prescribe medication to a patient however I believe that Dr Kapur was more then qualified to discuss the topic of mental health particularly bipolar disorder with Halsey ❤️

[@OhKillSwitch]

She probably won’t see this, but I swear the moment I listened to her music and know more about her, I felt like she was my soul sister. I also have bipolar disorder and I’m schizophrenic and have constantly felt like nobody understood how that really felt like, and relationships and other people had made me meaner to myself than they ever were. Her music made me feel like she knew exactly how I felt and all of a sudden, I wasn’t alone. It’s sad and I really hope she gets the best thing in life because people who go through what we went through are the kindest hearts in this fucked up world and she deserves to know that.

[@SummerLovesGlitter]

Hang in there

[@surfinsilver]

^?

[@justinkale8258]

There is a different version of without me out now.. I'm really going mad over it .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@ayeshasiddiqa6008]

MORE POWER TO YOU! ❤️

[@Tony-zr7bg]

Well said. I am in the same boat

[@iriakarioti9302]

I first listened to her songs when I was 12 and now I am 17 she and her music have been with me through bad times, good times, hard times... She was always with me helping me through!!!

[@KarriSimone]

Artists like her will live within you forever

[@timemixchine]

wow. 12...

[@ashleybennett5831]

me too!!! almost exactly!! room 53 gang

[@briannahoang2348]

Ahhh same!! Seems like each album or song she comes out with aligns perfectly with a situation I am going through

[@vibha627]

me too!!!! i was 11, now i'm 16, it's crazy how she's grown, but is still the same artist we knew

[@bluesky2086]

"There is nothing more devastating than putting yourself out there to connecting with someone and then them not accepting you for who you are". Damn how feel that made me burst out crying.

[@valerieparente3345]

as a writer with severe obsessive compulsive disorder I've found a lot of comfort in this album and it reminded me a lot of the poetry I often come up with in my most dark phases. It's just so hard knowing that the mental place that gives me such beautiful art is the same place that gives me so much pain. I know I don't have the same mental illness as Halsey but I could find so many similarities in everything she's expressed around bipolar disorder and I'm so glad we have an artist that is talking about that struggle

[@itziarpuig6896]

Three years ago, I was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and while I felt relief that I finally knew what was "wrong" with me, I felt extremely lost and scared and confused. Now, after years of therapy, and many relapses, I'm at a moment where I'm at peace. And I'm so proud of Halsey for being so open with her struggles, and for creating Manic because sometimes, when you are so low in your life, you forget that there are people out there who understand you. I remember crying out loud on the bus while hearing the album, because I could relate to every single song in a way that I've never related to any song before. It was both, heartbreaking and therapeutic at the same time. While BPD and BD are different from each other, they share some aspects (e.g. going from an extremely high mood to a very low mood. In BD the mood shifts tend to last longer than in BPD, while in BPD they are shorter and are often triggered by a combination of external stimuli and paranoid thinking). I never had a favorite artist before Halsey, but I can say for sure that she has made my life happier by existing and creating and sharing her art. Thank you for everything Halsey

[@bellebelle7868]

I am fully healed and recovered from BPD (three years of self healing and therapy) I can totally relate to what you are describing! I feel like I lived a past life- and I’m finally alive!

[@yescliche2025]

💓

[@surfinsilver]

Anybody that needs a friend?

[@Lornakate]

thank you for speaking openly about our disorder! coming to a place of peace with this illness, is a massive achievement! 💕💕

[@justinkale8258]

There is a different version of without me out now.. I'm really going mad over it .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@thelaurenwatt]

seeing the title of this video...oh this is SO necessary and i'm glad it's Halsey of all people speaking about & sharing this with us. no one i love more. small youtuber here

[@camilasubhani8923]

Halsey is a queen. Her music is so deep and emotional and she’s also so inspiring and real💕

[@chetansaxena1903]

Oh god! Both of these women look so good. Also, much love for the initiative.

[@sanjivni746]

Im yo 200th like hehe!

[@eenzamevriend7183]

Lmao 😂

[@drogaa6038]

Sobscraib pillZ❤️

[@annlatham]

I haven’t been diagnosed but when Halsey said she had a million ideas and couldn’t get any of them done.. I felt that ❤️

[@kingtaehyun3223]

Same

[@annlatham]

@@kingtaehyun3223 ❤️

[@sparklegoat7955]

People will say procrastinator but it's totally not that. Be true to you and never think it's a negative thing.

[@lovelessmik5127]

me too, in that part she described exactly how i see myself

[@annlatham]

@S K we are creative beings lol so we will get it done it our own time and that’s okay 👍🏼😉

[@brittanyevans3]

Wish there was a "love" button instead of just "like." When you talked about whether or not you're allowed to feel something, dating with a mental health condition, & being told you can't do things because of it, I felt that. With my generalized anxiety disorder & depression, I feel those things a lot, along with being judged & not promoted at work. Thank you for promoting mental health awareness 💜

[@jilliancatherine4122]

I find it interesting that she talks about her manic episodes and being almost a separate person. It makes me feel that she imagines "Ashley" as who she is, and "Halsey" as her manic persona.

[@howcomeihavesubs]

Ashley?

[@TheVallex]

Shahida Khan Her real name

[@kkinosvt]

I agree, I feel like Halsey is depressed and Manic and Ashley is the "normal" (whatever that means) state of her. Honestly, as a person with mental illness myself, it's relatable.

[@justinkale8258]

There is a different version of without me out now.. I'm really going mad over it .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@caronmacisaac4321]

She just processes. I think she knows she is one person. She knows where it's at..

[@__...__...__]

*Who else loves Halsey?!* 🙌🏻❤️

[@Madilariv19]

Me!!! I love her sm🥰💕❤

[@emmalove5080]

I love Halsey so much! She’s so inspirational

[@nazuly7738]

🙋

[@missourmarwa1830]

I love Halesy

[@deepikachandra7857]

Me!!

[@templesarah]

she means more to me that she will ever know. her even talking about this is doing so much for me and so many other. i love her 🥰

[@justinkale8258]

This halsey song version is generating that calm happiness in my head.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@bellebelle7868]

Always hear “but you don’t look ill” yes dude because of my meds 😭

[@shootmeinthebrain]

Yeah, I was diagnosed with BD some months ago, now I feel like I don’t suffer from it anymore and I know it’s all thanks to prescriptions ❤️

[@emmakelly3354]

@@shootmeinthebrain If you don't mind me asking, what prescriptions are you on?

[@mapleleaf922]

Im scared to take meds. I cant handle the side effects. I just dont know what to do

[@kaybea2881]

@@mapleleaf922 hey there ,hope u r doing fine now...but just to let u know if u are suffering from any mental illness then u should definitely go see a doc...most of the time if ur at initial stage they might not even prescribe any medication ...they may just prescribe u to make some changes in lifestyle ,meditation etc and if u are going through a really hard time they will surely do....if they prescribe medication then u really need them.Of course they might have some side effect.But the help will get from it will be far greater. :)

[@sammyhind3151]

“Ashley please don’t die cos we need you”

[@sosoleil19]

Im so glad that this 'interview', this discussion was done with a professionnal and not someone who is just here for the hype and the media- this is truly educational !

[@kingtaehyun3223]

Exactlyy

[@TessaStockwell]

This made me cry. I feel this too deeply. And it makes me feel at peace knowing others feel this way too 🥺😩

[@surfinsilver]

^??

[@kingtaehyun3223]

You're not alone.we are going through this together.

[@urmomma3564]

baby please seek help if it gets really tiring

[@Scaramoucheswifeteehee]

Her music touches my soul. It makes me realize what a terrible person I’ve been and it makes me want to change.

[@70spoem]

this

[@cathiewndrlnd1197]

I felt this

[@randomazed]

Please try to not judge yourself so harshly. It's ok. You were probably just acting out of fear, anger, or confusion. It's all okay.

[@ashleybennett5831]

@@randomazed this comment!! acting out from mental illness does not make you a bad person!!! it's how you recognize your symptoms and the way it makes you act and then just TRYING to do something about it proves your character enough. it's not easy for you or others especially but u r an amazing person

[@randomazed]

@@ashleybennett5831 I'm crying, THANK you. I'm trying to grant myself the same compassion that I would anybody else, but it's hard. Got a lot of deeply ingrained beliefs about the world and myself that I need to break open so I can really see the truth. You are so right, the fact that we're *trying* makes a world of difference. You are a beautiful soul too and I wish you well on your journey!! 💜✌️🌞

[@serenacasale7171]

This makes me emotional. I’m bipolar, very manic. In the last year I fell in love with Halsey music and keep watching interviews and learned so much about her. It makes you feel less alone. Thanks for inspiring us, we love and appreciate you. It’s hard. But we’re not alone 🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@Wasn94]

I live with bipolar disorder for almost 9 years now. it cost me friendships, my graduation, relationships and tons of money. now I've been living without a phase for a year and haven't been hospitalized in over 6 years this disorder will take my life eventually BUT I did not come for a fight but I will fight till the end!

[@martinmulligan3531]

I think I’m best to grow balls and finish my life.It is a waste I know but it’s best. I am living with a heroine addict for a long time who could be clean and happy by now and looking after me but the selfish drug won’t let her go.

[@bizarrebunny5579]

@@martinmulligan3531 hey mate, I know this was a while ago but just wanted check you’re all good? You’re wanted in this world and you’re not a waste. Addictions are so so tough including for loved ones but i promise you ARE tougher ❤️

[@angelarya1162]

I hope you are doing good now....remember you are not alone in this

[@lisaswiety6657]

Times l want2 go, it's 2easy ...l must stay 4 the 1who adores me! Years of being under a microscope, by 1human, years of concur &divide...l stopped hearing the denigration - (look what she's done now) WHY wld1 do this? The result is l grieve at times 4 those that listen 2the narcissist... will it ever b the same? Tired of questioning every single action l make, requiring confirmation on every word spoken - my heart beats 101mph = exhaustion, self abuse; l understand why now...my strategies required each day alternatively my mind wanders, collating negativity - Who am l😪 l wear a mask&hat l am wrinkled Society judges the human cannot C me... 1human is all it took (years of (phsychological abuse) refuse2 hear anymore - it's in my Hands now💪💃🌈 Giving it my best shot ☮️🙌

[@linzym.nunezc.1207]

She looks healthy, beautiful and happy, that's what really matters. Plus the fact that she's a very young woman embracing herself and encouraging us to do the same. A treasure.

[@surfinsilver]

^?

[@rububaruah7318]

I would say her emotions and how she feels rather than her being healthy beautiful.

[@pedrotinoco4333]

Vetealavergaok

[@linzym.nunezc.1207]

@@rububaruah7318 being healthy involves her emotions too, with “healthy” I meant being mentally healthy too.

[@linzym.nunezc.1207]

@@pedrotinoco4333 lol, también hablo español. Pero ¿entendiste lo que dije más arriba siquiera?

[@SAGRAD1]

She really helped me find myself when I was really depressed and I just wanna thank her for that if it wasn’t for her I would be dead Thanks Ashley ✨💕

[@KarriSimone]

I hope she reads all these comments and realized how many lives she has affected or even saved.

[@sefialho9033]

[@harietam3194]

I’ve loved Halsey for so many years and to have her speak about bipolar truly touches my heart. My mom was diagnosed with bipolar when she was 18, she’s 51 now and my life has been molded around her illness and the way she’s chosen to live her life. It’s been such a roller coaster of goods and bads with my mom, I’m so proud to have one of my favorite artists advocate for this mental illness.

[@Nosiphok]

This honestly made me feel seen and understood for the very first time since I was diagnosed with Bipolar. Everything Halsey talked about is exactly how I either feel or have felt at one time or another. I’m so happy that she made this video to really open up the conversation on Bipolar in a more understanding and non-judgemental manner.

[@walteravila5299]

Diagnosed in 2017. It means a lot seeing an influential person like halsey share this and make an effort of helping others

[@dcaulfield]

So proud of her for raising awareness towards mental illness

[@alvahfjeldstad]

that album hit deeper than my anxiety

[@KarriSimone]

I love music has no age limit

[@majaostojic4292]

Her music hits deeper than most of the things in my life hit me 💔

[@sunshinepunk01]

You can say that again. Hi hello. I’m bipolar too!😂🎉❤

[@vc.00]

I'm really excited about this it's gonna do a lot of good for people

[@mariamoriyomi4765]

I love you Halsey for talking about endometriois/ bipolar disorder. I have a very close relative who has this and it's not easy. Thank you for using your platform to help people realise that mental illness is real, and not a setback. ☺

[@romasen3962]

I'm so proud of her.

[@justinkale8258]

This halsey song is generating that calm happiness in my head.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@blue_boulevard4429]

I’ll never get over how incredibly intelligent Ashley is. She’s super mature and subtile, it feels like she understands the world in such a deep and sensitive way She’s amazing

[@Ella_aurora]

This is seriously helping me, I too suffer from bipolar disorder and listening to this makes me feel comforted and okay for me to understand that it's alright for me to ask and expect help for something that others can't really see but is still there

[@rebelheart8614]

Interesting, is just that too much expectation lead to disappoinment!

[@abrinera6524]

I've been diagnosed with anxiety disorder. I listen to graveyard every time I starts to panicking. It strangely calms me. Her voice is really calming

[@poisenivy8758]

I am so happy that she is using her platform to advocate for mental health....I've just started taking meds/seeking help for my BP. Idk how I feel about it yet, but I'm really praying there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

[@Xiwsice]

Hi, I've been with so many psychologists and psychiatrists and I can't get a proper diagnosis. I mean I've been so sick for almost 2 years and I feel none really believes me. I feel so understood hearing Halsey about everything she's been through and everytime I feel hopeless or crazy the only thing that saves me from doing anything wrong is her music and message. At first all people used to disguise my manic episodes to temporal anxiety or take my depression states as something normal.They also made me believe that I have to feel 100% happy when I'm manic, but I do usually feel euphoria,anger. ( in the video they said it's a myth feeling just only huge happiness) I've thought, fought and done things that I'm even afraid of. I just want to be accepted and make people know that this is my real me and I'm not gonna change. I don't wanna say it too loud but i need to speak out this whole thing, I don't wanna damage anything or spoil even more my situation but this reality is killing me. Pls tell me what'd you do. Ty for reading me:)

[@AbagayilHatt]

I struggled with anxiety and depression in my teenage years and kept silent about as i was afraid people would hate me for not being "perfect". it wasn't until Jan this year that I sought help from a professional (i just turned 25), and in these past couple of months i've learned so much about myself and my anxiety. Seeing a professional has helped far more then i ever could've when i was trying to handle it on my own. This video is so so powerful and really helps those who are struggling to reach out and seek professional help. If you are hurting, you aren't alone and trust me there is hope and such a beautiful life for you to live. don't give up.

[@rizkarachmadani3073]

Been through the same thing so I understand what you feel. We got you boo ♥

[@SC-gf9vr]

Did you see a psychologist or a pshyciatrist? I'm seeing a psychologist atm. I decided to after I had experienced a panic attack

[@windekresstadrd]

This was honestly beautiful. This album really hit me somewhere deep. And while I can't understand where or how just yet, I really appreciate it. Thank you for adding this bit with the psychologist and opening up about this. Thank you to helping to normalize mental health, the struggles it comes with, and how to be an ally to those with it.

[@shelbyzastawa3581]

i'm so thankful that an artist i love is finally bringing some attention to bipolar disorder. i've been dealing with it for almost three years, and sometimes i feel like it's never going to get easier. but hearing more and more people talk about it just reminds me that i'm not alone. thank you

[@Alenajellybeans]

Our society is ableist. in general it highly values productivity. We struggle as a whole to value people just for being people, not for the value that they provide. I think that's part of the issue with mental health. Halsey you are so well spoken and even though the media may try to twist and warp you, people who care will still see the truth and that's what's important. You're touching so many people with your work and just being yourself ✨ ❤️

[@ibnorator]

Greetings Beautiful souls! (forgive me abit i know I am not exactly what you may have come here for ..) but my name is Ibn Orator...I am an Avant-Garde, introspective & Political Hip Hop Artist from New Haven CT. I've recently released a project titled "The Fishbowl Syndrome" that is centered around the topic of our mental health and art; how they intertwine in experience or how they are sometimes viewed juxtapose, and ostracized as one here in America;to which my first debut music video "The Horse on a Trampoline", works showcase on the spectrum of my own experiences with it-- that i feel fans alike of FKA twigs, Janelle Monae , EarthGang, Flying lotus, Childish Gambino or those of Bjork, Logic , Lupe Fiasco, & Reggie watts may resonate with...id like to share this with you by giving a warm welcome to my Channel to not only, like and subscribe but to comment with genuine thoughts . (Please leave a comment there underneath the video and not here) as i would like for my listeners to feel welcomed to give more in thought towards those uncomfortable conversations than in clout, which is what my subject matter is based on ..."Commentary on our shared world".In hopes that this may be fruitful to you i look forward to your response The Horse on a Trampoline Official Music Video kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaDPZHepjM2tpqM All the best Ibn Orator P.S. Im aware that for some us, if not all, are having a hard time this year..so id like to say that i love you very much, if you haven't heard it from anyone, and that things are about to change as they always do, for better or worse….#godspeed..

[@alphawoman6099]

The way Dr. Kapur looks at Halsey😙

[@burntchickennugget4329]

@@petrichor3647 uh i- what

[@jggunjgh8924]

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[@meg.lee97]

This video is so needed. I had a similar moment last year, I spiralled into a very dark version of myself. I hid it from just about everyone and even the ones i did tell I hid the severity of what I was going through. I somehow started to feel better, i managed to make my life better. It didn't last long before I went back down hill again. I noticed myself slipping deeper and deeper into that dark place again. I did not want to go through it again. Even though I had tears in my eyes and running down my face I told my parents I needed help. We organised a doctor's appointment and I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. It was such a relief. It was the explanation i was looking for. It was almost like finding out I wasn't crazy. My struggles are valid. I started seeing a therapist and getting better. I still have bad days but I work through them. I am so glad I got help. I have no idea where I would be without it. It is videos like this that encouraged me to ask for the help I needed. Thank you Ashley ❤️

[@miqdaddubai]

I'm struggling right now and desperately working so hard to achieve my salvation and reach the goal and guess who is there for me, yes Halsey. listening to her music keep my mind kinda steady by remembering that I'm not the only one who was born without a golden spoon in his mouth but can achieve something. Thank you hundred times 🙌🙌

[@tonyn6074]

You’re precious Halsey...insanely precious

[@jamie6639]

I have OCD but this interview really helped me learn how to forgive and accept myself. Thank you Halsey!

[@aileennchong6789]

in my relationship i’m honest about everything i feel and he is so understanding and i’m glad i have someone as patient and loving as my boyfriend

[@gallowayinvest]

Thank you for bringing this topic up, for my daughter has Bipolar and she is now feeling so much better. She finally went to get help and now she says why did I wait so long! So, thank you for this video, appreciate it!!!

[@katiusciacanargiu8385]

Two weeks ago I have been diagnosed with depression. I was scared of being a problem for my boyfriend as sometimes I feel really down and I do not see the point in doing things if I am a failure. I am surprised how much my boyfriend is helping me, he helps me do normal activities even when I do not see the sense. I am glad that I have him. He tries his best to help me and follow what the therapist recommends in order to feel better sooner than I would if I was on my own

[@imnotanagitokinnieiswear3845]

Ketty Canargiu I ops you are doing better now❤️💙

[@katiusciacanargiu8385]

Rose Productions thank you! I am slowly getting better💕

[@joshuawood8822]

I think it's great people are starting to talk about this. I have 2 daughter's that struggle with it everyday. Them feeling that there not alone and accepted is all I can do on daily level. Think its great that you included your link to donate to such a great cause. Thanks for talking about it.

[@JB-hq8qj]

Watching this a year later and it is still EVERYTHING. ESP with the manic pixie dream girl feeling and being fun when you are fun, but seen as the C word when you aren’t. Been sober almost one year and it’s helped me immensely, I’ve grown so much and am still so grateful for you Ashley 💕💕💕

[@pamelawrinkle7104]

It has gotten easier for me in my 50's. I was diagnosed with Bipolar in my 20's. I have been off meds for 15 years. Prayers go out for all with bipolar disorder.

[@danielahoxha28]

What type of bipolar do you have? I am praying to be medication free one day too .

[@thanasissiatras5271]

Halsey, i want you to keep going, no matter what. World needs you, i need you. You are so important to me. Your music got me trough a lot and it still does. Your voice is incredible. Keep helping and inspiring people with your music and incredible voice , but also help yourself, love yourself, be good to yourself. You deserve all the love 💗

[@VrindaGuptaBitter_Sw33t]

Can we appreciate for a moment just how beautiful she is? Inside out.

[@minfires4737]

Halsey has gone through so much in life, and she has gotten so far, this shows that anyone can get through hard time and achieve their goals, Love you Halsey 💜💜💜😘

[@torren6576]

I so love Halsey. I was originally drawn to her music then mesmerized by her physical beauty and have become captivated by her as a person and the effort that she puts into helping others. Even if it's simply a talk and opening up it allows many of us that she will never even know feel like we can deal and we will get through and we are not alone in our issues. Cheers for that

[@hussainmehdi7282]

"So now you're this depressed miserable person and I didn't sign up for this" this is what people usually do instead of supporting that person to get out of that situation 🔥 Halsey is such an incredible person ♥

[@itskaraelizabeth]

It took me years to be diagnosed, almost a decade. I appreciate this so much

[@rebelle.fllower]

“how do i know what i’m allowed to feel?” exactly. the fact that we call it a disorder makes me question if my emotions are normal or not. it constantly makes me question that is it abnormal if i feel so intensly? is it that abnormal if i have so many ideas that we call it maniac? is it abnormal to let yourself live the pain and is having pain actually normal? i have so many questions but i always end up thinking i’d rather have alternating moods than just have the same mood forever.😀 (i’m not american,so i might suck at grammar😁)

[@Jyxa]

I've absolutely loved Halsey and her music ever since Badlands, but last year around this time I was diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder. After that, she became even more of an inspiration to me because she gave me hope for the future and helped me embrace who I am through her music and her example. Love you H, thanks for everything you do. It means so much.

[@junowerner1511]

I've been diagnosed as Bipolar and Borderline. It's like a constant fight against myself, and sometimes i feel lost, empty and useless. But it's also my strenght. I wish you, guys with mental illnesses to get better and keep the fight. Thanks beautiful Halsey for everything you do. Love !

[@jessabellbaby]

I hate being bipolar I normally don’t tell anyone about it bc it makes me insecure but this is great. You’re so strong Halsey 💪❤️

[@irenic6913]

Hey I hope you are doing well and know there's someone out there who understands and accepts you for you ❤

[@ashlynwisely]

i’m so proud of myself for supporting her please 😭

[@marshmello]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@suhanirana635]

Hol up. Mel is this youuu!??

[@makkapakka6552]

Suhani Rana yes its Marshmello

[@adwita224]

Woah... it's really Mel!❤️

[@nabeelnaqeeb5422]

Mr. Marshmello.. Have a nice day!

[@streetlight6693]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@danielalmir6378]

When she talked about the "hopeless fountain kingdom" and related it with her bipolarity, I first thought on Devil In Me

[@micaelasantos8820]

I'm bipolar type I and Devil In Me + Angel On Fire are my most relatable songs. It's silly but the first time I listened to the album I felt so understood

[@AllysonGelnettMusic]

I LOVE that someone actually is talking about this in our music industry, it’s about time.

[@mymeoncloud9796]

Manic is the best album ever... I love to hear the songs when I'm sad, angry, or happy. "Can't remeber half the time that I've been alive" hits different

[@refamicindextamethoprophan5031]

I'm going through it was when she speaks about it on such a big platform gives me confidence

[@luisha-belledanza7800]

I used to have friends who told me I was crazy or too much to handle as a result of my bipolar disorder, I have a new group of friends now and the other day I told my friends about my bipolar disorder and they said I was perfect no matter what and that they'd always be there for me to help me and honestly surrounding yourself with people who genuinely care for you and understand is the most important thing ever.

[@alessandranotarantonio5662]

We need someone who outstands and talks about mental illness. Thank you to speak up and not be ashamed of it. And also, thank you for using your success and follow to spread such an important message 💜

[@marcoalaridwhite1315]

Yes we need to talk about it but we need a general understanding of what we mean when we say "mental illness". Is it trauma disorders, is it emotional distress, developmental disorders, mood disorders psychotic disorders. If all of these things are under the same umbrella is the term useful?

[@armagreggen6681]

“You are entitled to feel however you’re feeling and validated for it” I am so relieved to hear that and know that I am more than my mental illness.

[@kamcalste]

I was just diagnosed with Bipolar I and I came back to watch this again. Thank you, Halsey.

[@Joanna-ue6st]

I’m so proud of her for talking about this. I know she’s always been fairly open about her experience with bipolar but this is definitley a lot more open + honest, and I’m glad she’s speaking up more. I love her

[@beanhope8739]

Manic as a whole really spoke to me and was like I was hearing a beautiful version of my inner most feelings and thoughts and GOD I just connected with it so much. There were many nights I was screaming the lyrics and crying along to songs in my car. I would take drives around my block just to listen to it a few more times before getting home. I never wanted it to end. Thank you, just thank you for this album. so so much

[@justinkale8258]

I found a different version of without me and the song is stuck in my head and it's making me nuts .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@pedrotinoco4333]

Vetealavergaok

[@sachitgurung1569]

She's so precious. She's helped me through my darkest times. I wouldn't be here commenting if it wasn't for you. Thankyou for existing and inspiring us. 💙💙💙

[@Jkjeoek]

She’s so real. A lot of people around me where showing support whenever i open up about my mental health struggles, but once they’re there in the moment! With you and you start showing symptoms when your anxiety is not just “oh i’m feeling anxious haha” but it’s “i’m so tired i feel nauseous and i CANT hangout with you” anxiety that’s when it’s not okay anymore that’s when they start calling you dramatic.

[@destryripplinger]

Halsey's voice seriously inspires me to sing and I sing to her songs in the car when I'm feeling out of place emotionally.

[@Toadallysara]

This is beautiful conversation, I’m in tears right now. I can see all the kids who will find this comforting and helpful. 💓

[@shannonthomas1978]

This album saved me. I hear myself in every song, and this interview is so important. Thank you so much.

[@iamshoog]

Soo excited 😭💜💜💜💜 This girl with halsey so lucky 🥺🥺

[@zaasaa_art]

I adore it when people take courage and ignore the misconceptions of others that may hurt them and talk about their mental illnesses. It can profoundly give hope to others and help them dealing better with their mental health problems and ask for help. I hope we all reach to the point of visualizing mental illnesses in a more rational and positive way and accept them as normally as we do for physical problems. So much respect for halsey.

[@LuxiTV]

it's nice to hear her being open about this! i don't have bipolar but I've struggled with depression and anxiety for most of my life, have been fortunate enough to be in therapy for the past few years and find it really helpful

[@sugu1877]

Halseys music really helped me pass through tuff times and now that my life is better I can always come here and remember the old times and how her music was there to help me

[@britneyrollins2094]

I love this it makes me happy that she's telling us this and she's not scared just opening up and a lot of people seeing it and supporting her love it

[@justinkale8258]

I found a different version of without me.. I'm really going mad over it .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iauaeperf7R3jq8

[@pedrotinoco4333]

Vetealavergaok

[@swannpham]

RESPECT to Halsey

[@tarynb2287]

I got diagnosed back in 2018, I was so confused with emotions when i found out but my mum always thought i had borderline personality disorder, i love everything Halsey does and this just makes me love her more. Thanks for posting this. Xx

[@chantnijl9641]

We need more people like halsey in this world. It's amazing how she is open about her personal life and want to help people she doesn't even know. She has a lot of empathy and I can relate to that, because I always want to help people with everything that I forget my own mental health. I love halsey as a person and artist. ❤️😊