First, the Chinese music scene suddenly fell into mourning. Coco Li committed suicide due to depression and passed away three days later. This news is like a hammer that shatters the hearts of countless fans.
Coco Li, a singer who was once deeply rooted in the hearts of the people with a dynamic and lively image, how could he suffer from depression? Many were in disbelief, recalling her radiant self-confidence energy on stage, unable to associate that image with depression.
However, this is not an isolated incident. As early as April 1, 2003, the Hong Kong entertainment industry experienced a huge shock. On that day, Leslie Cheung, known as "brother", jumped from the 24th floor of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Hong Kong.
, a superstar with a combination of song, film and television talents, also chose to end his life due to depression. The encounter between Coco Li and Leslie Cheung has revealed the dark side behind the seemingly glamorous world of the entertainment industry.
Depression, the silent killer, is quietly encroaching on the literary and artistic world. It mercilessly devours one fresh life after another, regardless of age or status. In an interview with Lu Yu, Huang Xiaoming once shared his feelings about experiencing mild depression symptoms: "When you walk on the road, you feel that dogs look at you differently."
This feeling of alienation makes people feel lonely and helpless. Reiza, who was diagnosed with severe depression, was unwell, with severe coughing, body aches, memory loss and other symptoms, and even couldn't restrain himself from wanting to commit suicide.
People with depression often have difficulty obtaining happiness and become sensitive and have low self-esteem. What's even more terrifying is that they may suffer from long-term insomnia. Ma Sichun once revealed that he could only sleep for an hour or two in the middle of countless nights before waking up, and opened his eyes until the early hours of the morning year after year.
This persistent sleep disturbance exacerbates the symptoms of depression. In the face of this silent killer who is eroding the literary and artistic world, we can't help but ask: Why do these seemingly successful and shining stars fall into the quagmire of depression? What kind of pain is hidden behind their smiles? These questions deserve each of us to ponder.
When we talk about depression, many people may associate images of melancholy, silence. However, it is shocking that even those who are known for their humorous comedy are not immune to depression.
They make people laugh on stage, but they suffer alone in their hearts that no one knows. This contrast is perhaps the cruelest part of depression – it makes people put on a mask of happiness and cry in laughter.
In 2014, a bad news shocked Hollywood. Comedy superstar Robin · Williams killed himself at home, ending his own life. The actor, who has contributed wonderful performances in classic films such as "Game of the Brave", "Dead Poets Society" and "Wonderful Night at the Museum", is an eternal pistachio in the eyes of the audience.
His improvisational performances always elicit bursts of laughter, and his on-screen persona is always energetic and humorous. However, what is less known is that Robin · Williams suffered from depression for many years until the last moment of his life.
Kim · Carrey, who is also a master of Hollywood comedy, also admitted that he was depressed. The actor, who is also well-known among Chinese audiences, has conquered countless audiences with his exaggerated expressions and comical movements.
Behind those hilarious performances, however, Kim · Carrey struggles with depression. His words speak to the hearts of many people with depression: "Depression has made me live well on the surface, I can smile at other people in the office, but my heart has been in a low state of despair.
This huge contrast between the inside and the outside not only exists in Hollywood, but also in the domestic entertainment industry. In 2016, Qiao Renliang, a young actor who gave the impression of being optimistic and free, chose to commit suicide without warning because of depression.
Second, his departure caught people off guard, and it also made people reflect: Are those who seem sunny and cheerful really as happy as they appear? In 2020, the death of Japan movie star Haruma Miura once again triggered people's thinking about this issue.
The actor, who is shown as a sunny boy, also chose to end his life because of depression. His experience proves once again that the glamour of the outward is not indicative of the true state of the heart.
The encounters of these comedy masters and sunshine idols make us have to re-examine those who seem to be happy. Their story teaches us that depression doesn't let a person go because of his sense of humor or apparent cheerfulness.
On the contrary, those who always bring laughter to others may be the very ones who need love and understanding the most. Behind the laughter, there may be hidden pain and struggle that no one knows.
When exploring the reasons for the spread of depression in the entertainment industry, we have to face up to the harsh reality of the industry. High-intensity work pressure, harsh public expectations, and ubiquitous malicious comments are constantly eroding the psychological defense line of artists.
The experience of Japan movie star Haruma Miura is a case in point. The actor, who is shown as a sunny boy, chose to end his life at the age of 30 in 2020.
In an interview before his death, Haruma Miura once mentioned the experience of being severely reprimanded for reciting the wrong lines. The other party used words like "you are the protagonist", which made him feel "how irresponsible" he was.
This kind of workplace PUA (mental abuse) behavior undoubtedly exacerbated his psychological pressure. In China, the experience of post-90s actor Ma Sichun reveals another source of pressure. She has been taught to be a "good girl" since she was a child, and she has developed a "pleasing type" personality: afraid of troublesome others, afraid that others will not like her.
Ma Sichun recalled an incident in middle school: when she was very fat but ran fast, some classmates were jealous of her, and even poured rag water and chalk ash into her drink while she was not paying attention.
Three, when she unknowingly drank this dirty water, anger and grievance welled up in her heart. However, when she cried to her mother, instead of being comforted, she was reprimanded: "Be generous, learn to forgive others!" This repressed experience from an early age continues to influence her in her adult acting career.
Ma Sichun's "pleasing type" personality is also reflected in her daily life. She once revealed: "I want to go to the toilet on the highway, but I keep holding it because I am afraid of troublesome to the driver."
This kind of personality that cares too much about the feelings of others is particularly vulnerable in the chaotic environment of the entertainment industry. However, in the chaotic entertainment industry, it is impossible to please everyone.
When she won the Golden Horse Actress for "July and Ansheng", she was labeled as the "most failed Golden Horse Actress"; When she was commented as "starless" because she was photographed on the street, these voices continued to erode her self-confidence.
In order to be recognized, she once fasted for a few days and lost 7 pounds for the recording of a show. This kind of almost masochistic behavior stems from excessive concern for external evaluation. Ma Sichun's experience shows us that the pressure in the entertainment industry not only comes from the work itself, but also from the ubiquitous public evaluation.
The continuous repression, coupled with the superposition of life and feelings, finally consumed her spiritual world. These cases reveal the harsh reality of showbiz: a high-pressure work environment, a hostile workplace culture, pervasive public judgment, and the psychological vulnerability of the artists themselves, combined to form a dangerous vortex that has drawn many artists into the abyss of depression.
Behind this glamorous world, there are many unknown tears and pains. We can't help but ask: how can we better protect the mental health of artists while pursuing success and fame? This is a question that the industry as a whole needs to ponder.
Among the depressed patients in the entertainment industry, Reiza's experience is particularly shocking. In 2019, at the age of 31, she was at the height of her depression when she was filming "The Twelve Hours of Chang'an".
At that time, Reiza's heart was full of despair and pain. She was afraid that she would not be able to suppress the urge to commit suicide, and even quietly wrote a suicide note on the set. Imagine a young actress who is supposed to shine in the rising stage of her career, but has to face the darkness in her heart alone after the end of her daily performance.
This contrast is heartbreaking. Reiza's symptoms of depression are very severe. She experienced physical discomfort, severe coughing, body aches, memory loss, and other symptoms.
What's even more terrifying is that she can't restrain herself from wanting to commit suicide. This constant feeling of pain and despair almost consumed her. However, Reyiza did not give up. After completing the filming of "The Twelve Hours of Chang'an", she made a difficult but courageous decision: to stop work for a year.
Fourth, despite being dissuaded by some, she insisted on her choice. During the year, she returned to her parents in search of warmth and healing. During this time, Reyiza began to re-examine the value of his life.
She devoted herself to drama education in primary and secondary schools, using idealistic feelings to resist the pressure of secular utilitarianism. This way of returning to her true nature has helped her rediscover the meaning of life.
What's even more rare is that Reyiza didn't hide her experience. Instead, she chose to make her private email address public, hoping to help others who are also suffering from depression.
This courage and commitment shows her sense of responsibility as a public figure. Now Reyiza has become a mother and has opened a new chapter in her life. Her story teaches us that even in the darkest of times, hope never leaves.
As long as we are willing to reach out, we will be able to grasp the faint light. Reiza's experience is not only a personal struggle, but also a cry to all people with depression: you are not alone, there is always a ray of light waiting for you to discover.
Her story also sounded the alarm for the entire entertainment industry: while pursuing career success, we must pay more attention to mental health and cherish the preciousness of life. Faced with the terrible enemy of depression, many people in the entertainment industry have begun their own path of exploration.
Their experiences provide us with valuable references. Reiza's way of self-help is to choose to stop work and recuperate, and regain control of his life. She returned to her family and felt the warmth of family affection; Pursue a career in education and rediscover your self-worth.
This practice helped her reconnect with the world and get out of the haze of depression. Through this period of adjustment, Reyiza not only healed herself, but also began to pay attention to other depressed patients, making her private email address public, hoping to help more people who were also troubled.
Fifth, Hollywood comedy master Kim · Carrey chose a self-disciplined lifestyle to fight depression. He rejects all stimuli, including alcohol and coffee, and stabilizes his mood by adjusting his lifestyle.
At the same time, he learned to relax and stop being too himself. Kim · Carry's experience teaches us that sometimes, simple lifestyle changes can make the difference.
Hong Kong singer Sammi Cheng's approach is to regulate his emotions through fitness and painting. Exercise releases the hormones of happiness in the body, while painting can express inner emotions. These positive activities helped her rebuild her self-confidence and peace of mind.
Sammi Cheng's example shows that finding hobbies that suit you is also one of the effective ways to overcome depression. Ma Sichun called on people to face up to depression and treat it as an ordinary disease.
In a video share, she emphasized that depression can be alleviated both with medication and with lifestyle changes. Ma Sichun said: "Depression is a common condition, and we should not run away from it and be afraid of it.
She believes that the most important thing is to adjust your mindset and look for that glimmer of light in the darkness. The self-help path of these stars tells us that defeating depression requires a multi-pronged approach.
Whether you're seeking professional help or adjusting your lifestyle, the key is to not give up hope and face it bravely. Everyone's situation is different, and finding what works for you is the most important thing.
At the same time, these examples send us an important message: depression is not invincible. As long as we face up to the problem and actively seek help, there will always be a day when we will get out of the haze.
Sixth, the support and understanding of family and friends are also crucial in this process. Let's work together to create a more inclusive and understanding social environment for people with depression.
The animated film "Deep Sea", which will be released during the Spring Festival in 2023, cleverly integrates the struggle of depression into the story. Through the use of skeuomorphism, the film creates a character called "Depressed Ghost" as a metaphor for depression.
This "depressed ghost" pounces on the "host" with a scarlet "vine", symbolizing the erosion of depression on people. The heroine in the film, Betelgeuse, fell into depression and depression because of her obsession, and eventually became a people-pleasing personality.
The portrayal of this character allows us to see the inner struggle and pain of depressed patients. And the actor Nanhe represents hope. He could be an idea, an ideal, or even a hobby.
These seemingly small things can become a bright spot in the life of people with depression and give them the strength to move on. The moral of "The Deep" is thought-provoking: although life can be gray at times, there are always some shining moments.
These shinings are hope, and it can bring the strength to survive. As the 18th-century United Kingdom poet Alexander · Pope wrote in "Eloise to Abelard": "Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind" (the eternal sunshine of the beautiful mind).
Perhaps, we can understand it this way: having a beautiful mood is like having eternal sunshine, which will always illuminate your path and dispel all gloom. The lesson of the film is that even in the darkest of moments, we must believe that hope is always there.
Everyone can become the "South River" in the lives of others, giving them warmth and strength. Let's work together to shine a light on hope for those who are struggling with depression.