Washington [US], September 17: Demi Lovato, the celebrated singer-songwriter and actor, recently discussed her upcoming documentary, Child Star, and shared her thoughts on aging and its impact on her mental health.
Lovato revealed that thinking too deeply about aging can trigger anxiety for her, though not due to concerns about her appearance or physical changes. "Aging is something that, if I think too hard about it, I can get anxiety about -- not because I'm worried about how I look or the changes in my body or my face, but because of that existential dread," she said.
The star emphasized the importance of staying present. "I like to stay in the present moment. When we think about things that are in our past or things that are in our future, we're not present, and presence is the biggest gift that we can give ourselves," Lovato added.
The teaser for Child Star features footage of Lovato alongside other well-known figures such as Drew Barrymore, JoJo Siwa, Kenan Thompson, Raven-Symone, Christina Ricci, and Alyson Stoner, showcasing their experiences from past to present.
Lovato explained that the documentary has been a long-time aspiration of hers. "This was just a story that I had been wanting to tell for quite some time. I've always thought about exploring the history of child stars, and also looking at different points of view and the perspective of what it's like to be a child star in today's day and age," she said.
She further reflected on her personal journey, stating, "I've been very, very honest in the past, and I've demonstrated that vulnerability throughout my life. I've shared a lot with people, and I've realized that my experiences don't define me."
Lovato concluded by acknowledging a common human experience: "We always want what we can't have. And so when we get older, we sometimes put pressure on ourselves because we're not as young as we used to be."
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