Struggling Mentally due to Social Media Insults: Funke Akindele's Confession

In a raw and intimate confessional on the recent livestream of #WithChude, host Chude Jideonwo sat down with Nollywood actress and producer, Funke Akindele, to discuss her mental health journey following public scrutiny and social media bullying.

Akindele bravely revealed that she had nearly succumbed to the pressures of public opinion, particularly following the death of her 'Jenifa's Diary' cast member, Jumoke Aderounmu. The thespian shared that she was already grappling with her own emotional turmoil, including mourning the loss of her mother, and the harsh glare of public scrutiny exacerbated her distress.

The relentless insults and public mockery she faced on social media, particularly concerning her personal life and societal expectations as a role model, took a heavy toll on her mental wellbeing. Although the search results do not directly correlate these struggles with Jumoke's demise, it was the cumulative weight of these experiences that led her to seek therapy.

Akindele admitted that she initially shied away from therapy because of societal stigma but eventually found solace in sharing her feelings with a professional. She emphasized the importance of openly discussing mental health issues, stating, "There’s no such thing as a strong person. You need to speak up." Her therapy sessions aided her in processing her grief and dealing with cyberbullying, allowing her to channel her energy into her work as a filmmaker.

One particularly troubling episode saw Akindele locked in a room, seeking solace from the onslaught of judgment as she addressed the allegations leveled against her following Jumoke's death. At her lowest ebb, she contemplated ending her life. However, she found the strength to broadcast her feelings live on Instagram, a decision that she credits with saving her life.

The conversation between Akindele and Jideonwo explored themes of resilience, self-care, and the importance of breaking down mental health stigmas in Nigerian society. For those interested, clips from the interview can be found on Instagram (@chudejideonwo).

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Funke Akindele, discussing her mental health journey, revealed that she had initially shied away from seeking therapy due to societal stigma.
The actress openly discouraged individuals from viewing themselves as strong and maintaining silence, instead, encouraging them to speak up about their mental health struggles.
Akindele faced numerous insults and public mockery on social media, particularly concerning her personal life and societal expectations as a role model.
In a moving moment, Akindele shared how she contemplated ending her life during one particularly troubling episode.
Despite facing such adversity, Akindele found the strength to broadcast her feelings live on Instagram, a decision that she credits with saving her life.
Clips from the intimate conversation between Funke Akindele and Chude Jideonwo can be found on Instagram (@chudejideonwo).
Beyond her acting and production work in Nollywood, Akindele has expressed interest in politics, declaring her intention to return to the political arena.
As a strong advocate for mental health awareness, Akindele's narrative resonates with many Nigerians, including celebrities like Annie Idibia and others who have shared their own mental health journeys in the public eye.