Dove Cameron Shares How She Copes with Anxiety

The 22-year-old Disney star is not one to shy away from discussions of mental health.

Since the Descendants actress revealed her lifelong struggle with anxiety via Twitter in 2016, she’s been doing her part to help others with similar afflictions.

I think all my life. But I am such a happy person. So whatever is in me is meant to be there 🙂 and I’m grateful https://t.co/ynvAbnX0bz

— Dove Cameron (@DoveCameron) September 13, 2016

While recording her hotly anticipated breakout solo album on Wednesday, July 25th, Cameron shared how she copes with stress and reflected upon her first panic attack in months through a series of tweets.

“Do your best to not speak negatively of others, of life, of any given situation, & especially, do your best to not speak negatively of yourself. It’s hard at first, but it gets easier. I am not perfect at it, but it does make a difference for my anxiety and my noise in my mind,” she advised, adding, “Also: I finally caved and started meditating. after 1 million people told me to start & I have to say, it does make a huuuge difference in my anxiety. I thought it would be the opposite, but after a few times, you start to notice its effects. I 100% recommend.”

none of us are ok 100% of the time and that’s ok. you are so loved. and even if you don’t have someone in your life who directly understands, you are also so universally understood. i wish you so much love & light & growth. i love you. always here, never alone. Xx

— Dove Cameron (@DoveCameron) July 26, 2018

If you struggle with mental health issues, just know that–as Dove said–you are never alone. Heed her advice and always take the proper steps to prioritize your personal well-being–you won’t regret it!