Selena Gomez recently shared her struggles with handling fame as a young adult, recalling a particular instance where she felt uncomfortable while being photographed. In an interview with Business Of Fashion, the 25-year-old musician reflected on her early days in show business, noting that she initially embraced her newfound fame with excitement, but later discovered the negative aspects of being in the public eye.
Selena Gomez recently reflected on her early days in an interview with Business Of Fashion, which was released on Monday. The pop star was photographed in New York City last week.
Reminiscing about her past, the famous singer who gained popularity from Disney’s Wizards Of Waverly Place revealed how she became aware of the darker side to fame. She shared an incident when she was 15 or 16 years old, and photographers were taking pictures of her without her consent while she was at the beach. As a young girl, she felt violated and uneasy with the situation. However, when she turned 18, she experienced a shift in her mindset. She felt like her career was not just about her art anymore and that she had outgrown her role in the show. Additionally, she fell in love for the first time, which added to the confusion she was feeling. Although she did not mention the name of the show, it coincides with the timeline of Wizards Of Waverly Place, which ended its final season in 2010, when Selena was 18 years old.
Selena Gomez shared a personal experience about falling in love, which she referred to as her first time. Although she did not mention her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber by name, it was well-known that the two were romantically involved from 2011 to 2014 – marking Selena’s first high-profile relationship.
Selena, who had a high-profile romance with Justin Bieber from 2011 to 2014, spoke about how her perspective changed as she grew older. She did not specifically name Bieber but mentioned that the truth behind certain things became apparent to her, causing a shift in her outlook. Initially, she was thrilled by the attention and excitement that came with being in the limelight, even at smaller events like state fairs with just a hundred attendees. However, as she matured, she began to realize the harsh realities and shady aspects of the industry. It was a difficult realization for her since she didn’t always understand that some people had ulterior motives for wanting to collaborate with her. This realization took a toll on her confidence, and she struggled with it for some time.
The artist re-emerged into the public eye and recently made her relationship with The Weeknd, who is 27 years old, known to the public earlier this year. A photo of the two together was taken just last week.
Recollections: Selena (as seen in the 2008 photo) shared that during her younger years, everything was enjoyable for her. She especially looked forward to state fairs where even if only a hundred people attended, she would still be thrilled.
Selena, who postponed her Revival tour last year to prioritize her health, has been open about attending therapy and prioritizing her mental well-being. She shared that she experienced moments of uncertainty about continuing on the same path. While performing in front of a crowd, she would feel like it was worth it, but when she looked at herself in the mirror, she felt like she had had enough. Selena stopped for a moment to re-evaluate her situation, but did not stop loving what she does. She just needed to find a way to do it while ensuring that she remains healthy and happy in her mind.
She has since returned to the public eye and went public with her relationship with The Weeknd. However, she remains conscious of her health and wellness. Selena recognizes the importance of balancing self-care and the power of saying no. She makes sure to take care of herself and not feel guilty about it, saying no when necessary and avoiding over-committing to things that could compromise her health. Her coping mechanisms include therapy, faith, hard work, and kindness.
