LZZY HALE on Anxiety and Imposter Syndrome | Unmasked

​‪@HalestormRocks‬'s Lzzy Hale shares her experience with anxiety and imposter syndrome, and how the band's song, “Raise Your Horns," was inspired by her mental health journey and evolved into a crowd favorite at concerts. If you or a loved one is in need of mental health support visit soundmindlive.info/NAMI
Read ‪@Billboard‬ 's full article: billboard.com/music/music-news/unmasked-featuring-lzzy-hale-1235334790/
Her video is part of Sound Mind’s “Unmasked” mental health video portrait series with @NAMICommunicate . See more artists opening up about their mental health at www.soundmindlive.org/unmasked

[@jackolantern333_]

I love Lzzy Hale so much! Every time I think I couldn’t respect her more, she proves me wrong. One of my favorite artists, such a great role model, and a wonderful person.

[@chiarastellaraimondi1444]

I totally agree

[@jamesbranner4029]

Right I mean over a decade of interviews and never once mentioned any mental health problems or being an introvert lol I mean it couldn't be that media came to her asked her to make all that up and become a spokesperson lol unreal!

[@kevinwalsh4652]

I love my Halestorm journey: around 2010, in Providence, I went to Lupo's to see Bullet For My Valentine, knew the bouncer, got there early, Lzzy was onstage, super small venue, belting out "familiar taste of poison", blew me away. I then saw her perform the same song live on Jimmy Fallon. That sealed the deal for me. Went to see them in Lowell, MA, Mohegan Sun, and in Boston, they bring it night after night, her vocals are other worldly, it's just a super tight band designed for live shows. I love turning others on to Halestorm who never heard of them, to see their minds blown too.🤯🎵🎶🔥💣

[@jamesbranner4029]

@@g.garcia7151 all from 2020 when they contacted her and paid her to sit and say all that ok 👍 I've been a long time fan followed them before they were big and never once did she ever speak of any of that stage fright or nervous or feeling of being good enough that's why I call bs!

[@julianbirch7466]

The amazing Lzzy Hale. How can you not love her? ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍

[@unhingedmagazinenc]

Lzzy Hale is the truest form of what this world needs! Lzzy, if you read this.... You are an inspiration to so many people. You are so open and honest while maintaining this down to earth quality that makes you so relatable. I know that you have personally helped me through your words, interviews, music and social media overcome some dark times. And you also bring, not only myself, but so many people joy and happiness. You are loved, You are seen, You are heard and you are felt! Your fans, Your colleagues, Your bandmates..... We Love You!

[@TransGuyShane]

Lzzy helped me become comfortable with myself , freak like me ? Yes yes I am and I am fucking proud of it ♡

[@Dave_Wight_The_Rock_Oracle]

Nothing but respect for Lzzy for talking about this and giving people a chance, to again, realize they are not alone in dealing anxiety and imposter syndrome My wife suffers from it.

[@jamesbranner4029]

Yeah so weird out of all the interviews over a decade I've never heard her once mention any of this until they came knocking and bam all of a sudden she had mental health issues....... so weird!

[@kayleigh_a]

Everything she says is so relatable . Her music & her soul has been one of the very few things that has helped me with my mental health journey/path. Without Halestorm I don’t know where I would be today.

[@jamesbranner4029]

Yeah so weird out of all the interviews over a decade I've never heard her once mention any of this until they came knocking and bam all of a sudden she had mental health issues....... so weird!

[@hosermcmoose]

I'm proud of you for finding what will help you move forward, to be happy (or at least "content"? I'm still working on the "happy" part myself). However, know that Lzzy/Halestorm can only ever be the catalyst. The real strength was always in you in the first place, she just helped make it shine.

[@Natalie31379]

I go to hang out with her in January in Nashville at a bar after she & Chris Daughtry performed at the bar nxt door together. She's such a joy & was so kind & sweet. Hanging out in this local hole in the wall bar drinking beer with everyone. I love her so much

[@leimuncada9367]

I learned about you and your songs when I was at my worst. It's the way you sing. It's like you're screaming for me because I couldn't scream for myself. Thank you.

[@slgarra3985]

Beautiful Human...inside and out...mad ♡ & total RESPECT for Lzzy

[@diegomazzaron9191]

I understand you, we love you Lzzy. 😍

[@zr1kris]

I know you probably will never see this comment but thank you Lzzy, I've suffered with anxiety all my life and I feel and understand what you're saying. I thank you because your music literally speaks to me, it's not just your amazing voice (best there is) but the words you put into the song means so much. Thank you again for who you are! Keep making the music that means something to so many myself included. Kris

[@Robert_Herring]

Thank you Lzzy for being you.

[@telekouti]

I read and upvoted every comment. Keep strong and rock on. We are an army of misfits and beeing weird is our power, music is our heal potion and awesome will be our final form.

[@dragonymystic237]

She is fucking awesome!❤‍🔥

[@kinziek8122]

Lzzy is a big part of why I am still alive today. Her music got me through a life I can't even fully explain. I wouldn't be here today if not for her. Love you Lzzy, always. Thank you for all that you do :)

[@KIWIMATT-FCS]

Respect Lizzy 🤘🤗🤘

[@boonesk1]

Every time I think I can’t love and respect this woman more, she does something like this. Her vulnerability is such a gift to me and all her fans.

[@jamesbranner4029]

Yeah so weird out of all the interviews over a decade I've never heard her once mention any of this until they came knocking and bam all of a sudden she had mental health issues....... so weird!

[@hosermcmoose]

@@jamesbranner4029 Not really weird any more than the fact that all of us have mental health. Not a single one of us has "perfect" mental health anymore than any of us has "perfect" physical health. We all have our challenges, our struggles. We are all insecure about one thing or another, we all cope with things in various ways (some good, some bad). Every single person on this planet has mental health. We're all working on it. We all have our struggles, our strengths and our weaknesses. There's a reason why nearly every person on the planet hates Grade 7 and 8 (roughly age 12 and 13 for non-North Americans). It isn't because they are "bad", it is just because that is when they are forced to deal with their own personalities, with all the good and the bad. Most of us end up burring those insecurities for as long as we can until they come crashing down on us. Lzzy is dealing with them in a positive, healthy way that we can all take inspiration from.

[@boonesk1]

@@jamesbranner4029 or she became comfortable with talking publicly about something that is still not taken seriously enough by some

[@jamesbranner4029]

@hosermcmoose I didn't hate 7th 8th or any grade non of what she says comes off real she hasn't written 1 song that acknowledges that in fact the exact opposite if you followed her as long as I have and seen the thousands of interviews I have maybe you would also agree it's put on and that's what makes me upset because it's nothing to pretend or make up even if having good intentions behind it.

[@boonesk1]

​@@jamesbranner4029 This is the most detailed she's been, but she's certainly discussed mental health before and alluded to issues in the past. Many of us realized things during lockdown that we had pushed off in the past, and I think Lzzy both did that and decided to talk openly. As much as I love her for her bad assness, I also love her more vulnerable songs and those I can read both ways. A major one is "I am the fire;" I will scream it at the top of my lungs, but when I go to darker places, I connect with it even more so as a song for reminding myself of what I can do.

[@lorimrasek7611]

Beautiful you Ms Lzzy, thank you 😊

[@user-in3qx5og8f]

Lzzy, I know how u feel putting on an ARMOR, A SHIELD, a smile just to show..... I AM OK. I realized it's fake. That's NOT ME!!!!! I spiral soo much. My overthinking of WHY. WHY DID THIS HAPPEN TO ME, WTH DID I DO WRONG???? U hv helped me sooo much w ur music. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART. U R AN ICON, A TROOPER,A QUEEN. KEEP BEING U❤❤❤❤ IMPOSTER SYNDROME IS #1 of my RECOVERY songs& #2 is BACK FROM THE DEAD

[@lisacatino4760]

I love her so much my granddaughter sing raise your horns with me they are 4 5 and 8 as badass as she is still human like the rest of us with anxiety thank you lizzy your music has helped me more then you know 😊

[@dougbeale4847]

She is great, love the honesty.

[@martynwebb4231]

You are an inspiration Lzzy, thank you for being you.

[@jamesbranner4029]

Yeah so weird out of all the interviews over a decade I've never heard her once mention any of this until they came knocking and bam all of a sudden she had mental health issues....... so weird!

[@amygald]

Love her and love her honesty and courage❤

[@jamesbranner4029]

Yeah so weird out of all the interviews over a decade I've never heard her once mention any of this until they came knocking and bam all of a sudden she had mental health issues....... so weird!

[@amygald]

@@jamesbranner4029 maybe she wasn't ready to talk about it until now

[@kevinehle6637]

Lzzy's practice of writing things down can be so helpful. Those who suffer anxiety, they writing down what you are feeling. It's difficult, but it really helps most people. Love you Lzzy!❤

[@moderndaymystictarot3514]

I love you Lizzy I met you once in Illinois! One of your biggest fans! I did not know you struggled with anxiety I do too I don’t know how much you have helped me for so many years now! Thank you for being you!❤️

[@dannimarie17]

Lizzy Hale is amazing. Her songs, voice and emotions touch you deep. I met you in Tampa Florida and you were so kind, caring and supportive to your fans❤

[@ambersiner3387]

I literally cannot express how much I love Lzzy. I know she may never really know me personally but I still feel like she is my best friend and I hear her words and anthems everyday in my head. Thank you for being you and for encouraging everyone to be unapologetically themselves. It's my everyday goal and something I try to encourage others to do as well.

[@nathanmclauchlan5148]

I love and respect Lzzy Hale. She has an absolutely amazing voice and as you can see here, she is totally real and down to earth. Your fans listen to every word of every song Lzzy, and we love it. You’re an amazing role model for you those young girls following in your footsteps. We know what it’s like having anxiety, one piece of advice that has stuck with me all these years is that sometimes you gotta tell yourself “don’t believe your own bullshit”. Your head will tell you that you can’t do this or your no good, that’s when you “no, I am not going to listen to that bs”. Keep doing what your doing, your fans are behind you all the way. 😍🤘 Raise your horns!

[@user-bm7mu8tm4o]

One of the tools I use is to recognize it as it begins. When you recognize it tell yourself " oh here it is again ' or " ok I have done this enough times to know I will get through it and nothing bad is going to happen". Take its power away from it and give the power of control to yourself. Hey! Maybe there is a song there -:Take its power away. Anyhow I learned over the years that it can be stopped sometimes and also minimized others. Sometimes you just let it run its course and then get back to life. Much Love and Aloha to you and to all who suffer from this stupid thing we have called Anxiety. Rock on!

[@scottpollack5453]

Lazy is a true ROCK STAR! She’s Human, down to earth, humble, and willing to be open, honest and transparent even to her fans and everyone in an attempt to HELP OTHERS! How admirable is that? She’s willing to openly admit that she has flaws but, does so in attempting to legitimately help others who she knows are struggling like her! What a ROLE MODEL! I am more and more impressed with this Lady as time goes on! God Bless You Lzzy Hale!

[@scottgagnon9451]

I suffer from extreme anxiety. It really sucks. Mental is a real thing

[@BlackVelvetBones]

I needed this encouragement. Beautifully said, Lzzy Hale! ❤ You are a strong soul.

[@williammazzotta5595]

I am so understanding of built up hope and dreams that need to escape onto paper to share to all...We as a group need to connect with one and another.Lizzy is that connection!

[@shirleygiordano7627]

I love Lzzy. So much! I had no clue she struggled with some things I struggle with!

[@dimitriusvoldun8031]

*HUUUUUUGE hugs* This makes me love Lzzy even more. Been dealing with Major Depressive Disorder and Anxiety for the majority of my life. Thank you, Lzzy, for everything that you do.

[@momrocks9512]

Thankyou for your help

[@Mari-nn4ru]

Thank you for sharing this with us, it means a lot! The songs you create with the band have always helped me battle my inner demons, be stronger and able to keep going on... So this message comes in a good moment, and is really inspiring! Love you Lzzy!

[@fotografmorteneriksen]

I know everything about being an introvert and coping with anxiety. My passion is photography, it gives me peace of mind. The great things with anxiety is..when you are afraid of something...and you end up doing what you are afraid of, either way..then you feel like the strongest person ever.

[@barbarapeters525]

tell you what! YOU DEFINITLY DESERVE YOUR RECOGNITION !!!!!

[@meld2584]

Phenomenal band. She’s so beautiful! You can heal from anxiety and other mental issues because they very much are spiritual issues . Surprised she barely got three high school, she seems pretty educated the way she speaks. One of the best female voices out there aside from Amy, just incredible, beautiful, very much of the soul/ love it!!

[@momrocks9512]

I love you so much and I feel you 💯

[@MusicTravelArt]

Thank you Lzzy

[@jerijensen8061]

I only discovered halestorm just a couple years ago. I was on my way home from work at 10 in the morning. Listening to an online radio station. And here comes this amazing song I am the fire. I was amazed at the power of Lzzy's voice! So I went looking for more halestorm songs. Familiar taste of poison and Rock Show are my favorites! But to know from this video her struggles with life make me love her that much more. Thank you for showing me that not being normal is a bad thing. That being weird is a super power! ❤

[@chromeelder3479]

So many of your songs resonate deeply within my core. I still get emotional singing along with the top down and volume up. The power behind your words and ideas is truly amazing. Lzzy is an incredible artist and a beautiful human being. Thank you for being you and letting us in to share your gift. Love you forever.

[@larrypoole3906]

This made me a much bigger fan of Lizzy Hale. \m/ !

[@chrisrobinson7728]

So amazing to see this. I have great respect for anyone who can face and overcome their personal demons. 🤟 I’ll be watching you live at the HMAs tonight, with the incredible Sophie Lloyd, who also has struggled with Imposter Syndrome (which is also the title of upcoming album, due out in September.). 🤘🎸

[@tonyro912]

Lzzy after listening to this interview and your music, I wanted to let you know that as a 66 year old 67 year old 14 year sober your tool box and mine have many of the same tools! stay on your path and rock your world.

[@AMXhotrod]

As an older (60) fan of hers, if I could give her and any other younger person a bit of life changing advice, it would be this. With age, you get more comfortable in your skin, whether it's worrying about your relationships, your job, your looks, etc, you'll begin to not care what others think about any of those things. The sooner you realize what others think is unimportant, the faster you'll be at peace. Live your life well, try to be a good person, if possible, give others a hand up along the way, and you'll find yourself loving yourself, regardless of what anyone else thinks. Peace

[@alanbrown5593]

I had the fortune to meet you, and the rest of the band, in Glasgow several years ago. You brighten lives and make a difference with your music.

[@liornow1391]

Thank you so much Lzzy for talking about your difficulties and for being an advocate for good mental health. You rock. ❤

[@henrikharbin5521]

I've had this mantra for a long time: "Were is fine. Dangerous is bad". Being weird to somebody else is just being yourself.

[@phoenixmode6909]

Thanks, Lzzy.....only discovered you & your band a year or so ago. I'm 59, and your words in this video couldn't have spoken more loudly or clearly to me where I am right now in my life. Actually, all my life. I just didn't know that being myself, instead of what everyone expects of me, was even an option. Until now. 😎 From here on out, I got this. I'm Me. If anyone doesn't like it, too bad. This is MY life, not yours. ✌🏻❤️🌻✨

[@jamesbranner4029]

Yeah so weird out of all the interviews over a decade I've never heard her once mention any of this until they came knocking and bam all of a sudden she had mental health issues....... so weird!

[@anagraham9124]

Thank you, Lzzy! My respect for you keeps going up!

[@candyg835]

Thank you so much for sharing Lzzy! I didn't even know that imposter syndrome was a thing, I swear that I thought it was just me. I'm a paramedic and I doubt myself constantly. The only way that I've managed to come through it is with the stress of the situation pushing me when there is no other option. I only hope that one day I can get past that. I know that I'm a good medic and that I'm respected for what I can do, but it's so rare that I actually feel worthy of that respect. Knowing that I'm not the only one is priceless. Thank you!!!!

[@kingkrysen]

Love u Lzzy I would totally be your friend in school I was also a lonley shy quiet type of kid in school myself thank u for letting me feel not so alone

[@zinho696]

Apart from the insightful interview, I also found it heartwarming that they recorded some tracks with the family band (as seen at 00:31 )

[@animatorFan74]

oooh what an inspiring woman.... to turn your big fears into your superpowers is such a cool thing. I definitely struggle with depression, etc and to think that I can turn my own fears into powerful weapons is such an awesome thing. :)

[@tanyabelser7589]

I have loved you from the moment I was awarded your a cappella performance and to meet you at a concert in Chico, CA!!! "Dear Daughter" brings me to tears because I have two daughters but your personal struggles make me want to hug you tight and tell you how amazing and special you are! I listen to your music every day!!!

[@wightangel]

Well done Izzy. I have been a sufferer of Anxiety and depression for over 40 years, and I am proof that you can live through the dark times if your will to live is strong. My attacks have brought me to the point of physical sickness and uncertainty. I find your music very fresh and some of your lyrics, really touch home, especially when you sing about relationships and sex.

[@nickwooldridge3187]

Talented and brave lady!!

[@dirty_diana4]

I love her 💜

[@williamfleaher5834]

Sorry 2 hear of your troubles. I have a few 2. Your music is great and I liked what U did with the band The Warning. Those gals R a great family band!!! I lost my job with The IRS and your band helped me get through those tough final days!!!

[@rachelbryant1365]

I love you, I've seen you 3 times and am a lifelong fan! You inspire me to keep raising my horns!!🤘❤️

[@geraldstauty8320]

Thanks so much for sharing, you rock BOTH onstage and off - will always be in my playlist and my heart! 🥰

[@mlmartin2922]

Thank you...I needed to hear this today . ❤

[@christservantjb-witness7131]

Thanks so much for sharing Miss Storm. You are a very special lady and a wonderful singer.

[@jamesmusisca7547]

we all are just humane living and dying imperfect and all you can vent god gave you a gift rock out with what you want to share

[@user-st2vv9bs7n]

I get this... so hard. I know that I'm an intelligent person and that I can do what I want to do but sometimes it means that I have to lie to myself to get it done. If you need that lie in the morning, it's ok; as long as you can rectify it in the evening. Stand tall and be who you are, the rest of the world will judge you no matter what you do. Be you!

[@shaunmulholland6111]

Thanks for your contributions Lizzy! Means more than you could imagine...

[@leonardocannata2323]

Love and hugs for you Lzzy.

[@wickedprotos1937]

So talented!!!!!

[@mikepullen508]

❤Lzzy hale true talent and a beautiful humble down to earth person admire her so much and I love ❤ Halestorn so much ❤

[@christinalane1110]

Love lizzy and appreciate the honesty . I suffer with anxiety and depression and it's a struggle everyday. Music is my release. It calms me in the worst of times

[@individual1-floridaman491]

Crazy talented, super hardworking and willing to help others - I only wish these people were the 'stars' of this world, not the vapid, selfish, self-absorbed that recieve the most attention. Rock on Elizabeth Hale.

[@powerfunk6588]

I never fitted in. I could never figure out how to stand out. The journey has not been worth it. I'm glad other people's journey has. ❤

[@ansjeliek]

❤❤

[@TrineDaely]

Thank you so much Lzzy, for sharing your vulnerabilities, your methods, for being an advocate. It means a lot to so many of us.

[@jamesbranner4029]

Yeah so weird out of all the interviews over a decade I've never heard her once mention any of this until they came knocking and bam all of a sudden she had mental health issues....... so weird!

[@ryanlagoda1352]

"give yourself permission" I like that a lot 💯

[@darcydesmit7117]

Thank you for SHARING LIZZY. I have dealt with axienty for over 20yrs....

[@oldmanjimh3165]

Simple, amazing.

[@ej_8888]

Just thank you 🙏🏻🌹✨🤘🏻

[@faizmdhanip2929]

Really love "Raise Your Horns" song! ❤❤❤

[@lesliewhitney8203]

You are my woman hero...you make me stronger. Thank you for showing us your vulnerability.

[@natejackson9334]

🖤

[@dnfl-Tkdtks-vbfmrp]

리지😢😢 너무 멋지고 자랑스러워요... 늘 응원하고 있어요 사랑해요

[@surfntchr]

Thank you for speaking up and setting a great example of turning your struggles into your strengths! Love your passion and music!

[@shannaj4462]

Thank you 😢

[@SuperKabookie]

Lzzy you are a beautiful person and very inspiring! Keep being you because you are so awesome! Thanks for being and advocate!

[@tameradeuel6142]

I saw you opening for Godsmack not too long before the lockdown. Love you Lucy! I am very much enjoying you telling this! I have social anxiety really bad, I'm a total introvert. You make me proud that you can speak out for those who have been too scared. I'm 55. I am not going to get better, but I think you can help the girls your age and younger get past the curse!

[@bellecoversvlogs]

I Love you Lzzy Hale!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️🤘🏿🤘🏿🤘🏿 i love all ur songs thats why i sing all ur Song too!🥰😎🤘🏿

[@digitalmouse3314]

Yeah Lzzy I freaking love you love the voice songs your so freaking amazing best modern rockstar

[@georgew.spradlin8333]

This woman right here on it.

[@je9881]

Thank you Lzzy. You are an inspiration to me. 😊

[@jampaPT]

Amazing artist! Majestic woman!

[@freddythefrog]

Lzzy- love ya first off : ) I really respect your wisdom… your ability to touch people with your mental health advocacy, music and over all groovadelicness : ) Especially the late teens/early twenties peeps who are having issues. The age that shows up in many who are genetically predisposed to having a mental illness. I was a peer counselor for an online bipolar support group. I take my meds. ✌🏼 Cheers Lzzy and Halestorm! 💚🐸

[@MikeUIibarri]

I dig her Explorer models. Also... Totally legit. Absolutely, legit artist. the end

[@Maven0666]

I have seen both sides of Lzzy. Concert Lzzy,the girl next door Lzzy and Raise Your Horns Lzzy. My high school days were traumatic.

[@user-zt1gl6px7i]

Thanks for sharing your struggles and your strength

[@petahpunk]

I have to believe her and Tati are friends, if not they should be. Great message!

[@jerryluttig157]

Keep on Rocking!!!