4 April: watch Selena’s appearance on Good Morning America!

Selena appeared with her mom Mandy Teefey and business partner Daniella Pierson on Good Morning America this morning, to officially launch their new mental health company WonderMind!

“Growing up in the spotlight has definitely taught me so much, I can’t believe I am where I am mentally just because of how I took the necessary steps in order to kind of remove myself from that because it’s just not normal. I really want people to be understood and seen and heard. It’s okay to not be okay.” – Selena

Gomez revealed she has stayed offline for over four years now and credits that to making her feel “normal” despite her A-list fame. “I haven’t been on the internet in four and a half years. It has changed my life completely. I am happier, I am more present, I connect more with people. It makes me feel normal.”

“It was really freeing being diagnosed with bipolar disorder to have the information. It made me really happy because I started to have a relationship with myself, and I think that’s the best part. Like, I’ve probably been the happiest I’ve ever been. My mom knows.” – Selena on her bipolar disorder

Gomez added that as she approaches her 30th birthday in July, she’s thrilled to embark on that new era in a very strong place. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to step into this chapter alone, independently, strong, confidently. That’s all I really want you know? I’m excited to turn 30.”

Source: www.elle.com