Selena Gomez opens up on mental health, says 'isolating myself when I'm not feeling great can be scary'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Selena Gomez, the multi-talented singer, actress, and entrepreneur, shared an emotional video on her Instagram on Thursday, October 10, tearing up as a young fan introduced her with heartfelt praise.

The 11-year-old fan, Taylen Biggs, who is a fashion influencer described Gomez as someone who leads "generations with confidence, style, and grace," and someone who inspires children to like her.

Rare Beauty sales to benefit mental health resources

Moved by the young girl's tribute, Selena Gomez held back tears while announcing an important initiative tied to her Rare Beauty brand.

In her post, the 'My Mind & Me' singer revealed that 100% of the sales from Rare Beauty products at Sephora on World Mental Health Day (October 10) would go to the Rare Impact Fund.

"Every purchase of a Rare Beauty product will go towards expanding access to mental health resources and support for young people around the world," Gomez announced in the post.

"Your support means so much to me, and I couldn't be more grateful to have the opportunity to #MakeARareImpact for the second year. Thank you, ily guys," she concluded.

One of the images in the post featured Gomez holding a Sephora bag with a sticker reading, "I made a Rare Impact," further emphasizing her commitment to the cause.

The Rare Impact Fund, established by Gomez as part of her mission through Rare Beauty, is dedicated to expanding access to mental health services and education, particularly for youth.

The brand has committed to mobilizing $100 million for the fund, with the goal of improving mental health resources worldwide, according to the Rare Beauty website.

Selena Gomez reflects on her mental health journey

Selena Gomez also reflected on her own mental health struggles, including her tendency to isolate herself, which she admitted can be "scary."

In a recent interview, the singer spoke candidly about managing her mental health, especially on difficult days.

Gomez, who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2020, shared that reaching out to friends and trusted individuals is key to helping her during low moments.

"Sometimes isolating myself when I'm not feeling great can be scary. I think all these thoughts," she said in an interview with PageSix.

"But if I'm around people that make me feel good, and make me feel like I can say anything, that always helps me," she added.

Though Gomez revealed that she speaks to her therapist when she's struggling, she prefers not to call her therapist too often.

Instead, she finds comfort in talking to her younger sister, Gracie, 11, whom she described as "very sweet and innocent" and someone who helps her feel "very grounded," according to Daily Mail.