she always had that detached look, like she was there but not 100% present. Not surprised with this diagnosis and happy she got help. I can see the difference. She seems alive now.

Depression is no joke. There are plenty of "functional," successful people with depression.

It makes me think about the gross things people would comment about her as a being. I really hope this allows individuals to start looking deep at themselves

So glad she’s able to talk about mental health, sometimes it has nothing to do with circumstance. It’s a lot deeper.

Years of being bullied by people on the internet, clowned for not be the “ fav “ of DC, neglected and finding her way through it all, NOW EVERYONE WANT TO BE HER FRIEND. That is the world for you.

Depression doesn’t care if you’re a Grammy winner, top chart holder,beautiful or talented. So proud of her addressing this issue plaguing our community.

Depression doesn’t care what social economic class you’re in. The only thing money does help with getting the treatment that you need. You can afford the doctors and the medications. Money definitely doesn’t make you immune to depression.

She slayed masked singer. I'm glad she is doing better. She is a real icon.

She doesn’t know but she speaks for so many of us..,, I can definitely relate.

“After all of the darkness and sadness soon comes happiness, If I surround myself with positive things I'll gain prosperity” Your words mean so much to me Michelle! Thanks for speaking out on this daily struggle.

She’s my favorite destiny’s child member 😢

I always thought she was and is incredibly beautiful but I felt she seemed sad. I’m glad she has her faith and therapy. She is a great influence.

I'm sure the way people picked at her in the group didn't help. That's why I try my best not to pick at others because you never know what someone is going through.

Depression sucks. If anyone going through depression keep your head up and seek healing.

Thank you Michelle for your transparency 🙏🏽

I'm happy to see Michelle is doing well. ❤❤❤

For everyone discussing depression to be a self inflicting illness; you’re definitely wrong. It can be passed down generation to generation and it can also happen because of a neurological issue. It’s not as easy to pick yourself up and try again, unless you get the proper help. Stay blessed and get the help you deserve

I think she has a beautiful soul

“...the weight just felt so much more comfortable than the healing.“ That‘s a statement a lot of people with depression can relate to.

Going thru my own battles of depression. I surprised she made it on stage most nights

When they say what comes around goes around...she was a running gag on the internet and now everyone's gonna pretend they weren't part of the abuse. Or at least completely indifferent.

“The weight felt so much comfortable than healing” WOW

I can sense that she still hasn’t told her whole story.

She’s more beautiful than before I love my people

Makes me sad ( but not at all surprised ) that Matthew basically told her she didn’t have a reason to be depressed because of where her career was with Destiny’s child . The first misconception of depression is that you need a reason . It’s a chemical imbalance in the brain that will be there wether you’re sitting on an island with a billion dollars or sitting at work living on minimum wage

So thankful that this young lady is doing well now, fame & fortune doesn’t bring happiness, depression is an illness, I’ve been there myself, life can be a struggle, so many ups & downs, some people are too ashamed to open about this subject and are even in denial about needing professional help, she is to be commended & appreciated for her openness, not an easy thing to do!

And it’s hard because she was in the spotlight. Depression can affect anyone. Going through this when she was so young and being a celebrity must have made it even harder. Because she was also coming into her own during this time.

"...and the weight just felt more comfortable than healing." Depression in a nutshell.

she maybe feeling crappy on this inside, but she looks like a living doll on the outside. good she's much better these days! um sure its a everyday struggle.

That was so beautiful to watch. “Cemented in my purpose… and on a mission to help as many people as I can.” Michelle is so inspiring

She is so brave , her story will help many , I'm glad she is in a good place in her life.God is Good.

I love seeing my fellow black sisters and brothers speaking and being so open about mental health. ❤️ u michelle

Aww Michelle don't cry ...i love her and im so proud of her for this and everything else she has done

I'm thankful for your story Michelle. Yes, you are still here! I went through the same things for years during my teenage days. Depression hurts, its heavy, but with help you HEAL. Michelle your brave story is healing people and that is a tremendous inspiration. The best is yet to come!

Michelle is such a strong person and I’m glad she opened up and shared what she went through to help someone out there.

When I was dealing with a bad breakup and the loss of my father to cancer, her album, especially the song "Heard a Word" helped me heal and gain a sense of comfort that kept me from depression related to my grief and loss.

I've had the same feeling lingering for many many years. Never really seeked out help for it because my family taught me that speaking to a psychiatrist meant I was crazy. I wish I never listened from the very beginning because at the end of the day it's me and me alone that really knows the pain I'm dealing with on a daily basis.

I’m proud of you Michelle for getting help ! You are worthy . I love how you are using your story yo help others . So many people suffer and don’t seek help till it’s too late , then they are gone . Thank you !

Hearing her talking about this hits home for me a family member of mine who went to a dark place and never came out r.i.p

That pit is real. I was in it and did not realize that it was depression until I first heard the description of being in a pit.

I love you Michelle! Please get better! You deserve to be here!

I met her once and she was very kind

So proud of you Michele. Thanks for your bravery in choosing to be vulnerable and honest. Your honesty is bringing hope and healing to many like me!

God bless her...I know the feeling I wasn't diagnosed with my mental condition until my 30's as well🙏🏾

Brave deeds change lives as do kind gestures. You are brave beyond words. The universe rewards the Brave. Australia.

I appreciate her bravery and her power to be vulnerable and know there was so no DC-3 without Michelle Williams ❤

During the time I met Michelle at a Houston stage play, she was very poise and despite her interpersonal adversities, she remain open and caring to others. She is a strong individual. Ja Drama

I pray she continues to fight and thrive. This world is a struggle.

She had a lot of pressure on her shoulders, and that whole stupid poor Michelle stuff. That would make me feel down too. She's a God given talent and is a power house of a vocalist 🙏💜

I always felt bad for her because I feel like she didn't get the recognition the other girls got and she was always just considered the girl from destiny's child and not getting the respect she deserved i mean she was one of the hardest working girls on destiny child and she still didn't get the respect she deserved hope she does better in the future

Hi Michelle, I you ever read this one day : I love you and I thank you for opening up. Your voice has helped me since I was 9 and even more today (30 y.o.). Your testimony is everything, espacially in our community and as you are a legend of high performance. I am lucky and blessed to have you. To anyone reading this, you are not alone. Reach out for me if you need to. Let's stay hard

I identify with so much in this story. Michelle speaking on this is so important especially for individuals who live high profile lives. People say / think "you have it all" or "your so successful" how could you be depressed? What many don't understand is that people in this category often suffer the most. Imagine needing help but being afraid to ask for it or access it because if you do it will be exploited for media attention and "likes". I am happy to see mental health being amplified and that we are normalizing being honest and uplifting others continually. You are brave Michelle - You are here - Keep inspiring - I can definitely say you have touched me ❤💐

Michele you are such an inspiration. So many people handle this on their own and in private. Thank you for sharing your story. I cannot wait to read your book.

Thank you for sharing your story Ms. Williams, very prove and great interview Mrs. Drebra!

She's so BRAVE!!

Alot of my family members suffer from depression

Wow.....amazing how we can be in the public eye and keep that smile and no one knows our depressions underneath for years....all because we carry it all so well. ❤

What a beautiful and strong woman. Thank you Michelle for sharing your story. I hope she releases music, her voice is so full of soul it’s like warm honey. Best wishes and healing ✨

Thank you so much for opening up.

The sentence I wanted to hear " am on a purpose in wanting to help someone else" the power of sharing is the healing!

I love Michelle!!! Great singer, excellent actress and she's beautiful. Glad she got the help she needed.

This was a good interview.

What a great and brave woman. I am happy that she is fine now. Such an inspiration for everyone

Definantly appreciate her sharing this and being open. Because she didn't have to.

Not surprised at all. She has always seemed like she wasn't really in the moment. I think this truth goes even deeper. I'm glad she got help.

Thank you so much for sharing this. ❤

So brave of her to speak so openly about depression. So many people can benefit from her story❤🙌

Ain’t no feeling like being FREE!! I love you girl stay beautiful 😘

Thank you for sharing, so beautiful and brave!! You are not alone❤❤❤

The destiny child clips are so nostalgic🥰

Love you Michelle! Thanks for being open and helping to end stigma

She sounds stronger, praying her success 🙏🏽

Brave and beautiful soul. Keep speaking. ❤️

I admire her courage. ☺️🙌🏾🕊

I always liked Michelle . She seems really chill and humble

I wish I could get over my depression but is so hard 😥

Thank you for sharing your story Michelle 🙏

Glad that you're feeling better, stay blessed and take it one day at time.I have a wonderful Dr you save me,depression is not something to joke about. 👍to you for taking charge of your life..

I literally love Michelle so much!! Plus, her book is AMAZING

Love you Michelle! I’m so glad you’re alive and taking up space in the world. And thanks for sharing your story, you brave woman, you! ❤️

I LOVE when celebrities are honest and pure because there are so many people that look up to them. It’s amazing to see that money can’t buy you happiness it truly comes from within and by opening up these celebrities help others do the same. It’s not like Demi Lovato who uses her celebrity status to gain more money and attention. I have no doubt she suffered but Michelle opens up and it’s raw not to get the money out of it but simply to help others! That’s what WE need honesty not money hungry celebrities!!!

Wow this is awesome. Michelle so insightful. Thanks for sharing 👍

Thank you for sharing!!!❤️🧸

I love you Michelle Williams ❤ So proud of you. Depression is no laughing matter at ALL because my son is struggling with it right now. Thank you for fighting and sharing your feelings 💗 God's blessing to you my love💛

Go Michelle! Thank you

This poor sweetheart. I can totally relate tho. I'm glad, so glad she's in a good place now

Beautiful interview.

Thanks Michelle. This interview means a great deal to me.

Depression is so much more than finding something that makes you happy like money, its dealing with deep rooted traumas. Sometimes we do not even realize we are so affected by these traumas or worse that they exist in our world. Thank you Michelle for sharing. Also to all those out there struggling with depression you are not alone. Please reach out and get some help!!

You're not alone Michelle I've been going through depression after losing my father 💔

Thank you so much for your honesty Michelle . Please show yourself lots of daily kindness and the self care you spoke about. All the very best sweetheart . xoxo

Thank you sister, God bless you ♡

Thank almighty she’s sharing and getting help.

🙏🏽God is Great

Working beside Beyonce is enough to cause depression.

I'm proud of you too MiMi! And I bet you aren't the only one who felt like this. I hope you all remain friends for a lifetime!! #DestinysChildforever!!💖

Thank you for sharing Michelle.

what a beautiful soul x

Mental Health is everything. So happy she shared.

So glad she is healing....prayers her way.