Gigi Lamayne speaks up on her struggle with depression

Gigi LaMayne has revealed that the source of her depression is as a result of the traumas she had to endure in her childhood.

This comes after Gigi landed in hospital earlier this month following a botched suicide attempt.

The rapper shocked the nation when she tweeted her date-of-birth followed by her date-of-death and then proceeded to attempt suicide.

She took to Twitter to open up on her struggle with depression.

My battles with depression have never always been my own. I aim to create awareness around mental health more especially in the black community. Our environments are really important. I wanna make them safe. You just need somebody to talk to.Depression is as a result of ones environment and yes, is sometimes influenced by ones genetics. But it can get better. With therapy, lifestyle changes and even medication, it can get better.My battle with the illness was due to a traumatic childhood. I tried to over excel because of the inadequacies I would feel. In not addressing that you do suffer from something, you’re only creating one hectic blizzard. Come to terms with the fact that it isn’t your fault.But you can change how you live, the energy you surround yourself with and your life decisions. Suicide is only an easy way out. You have a life purpose greater than you may see. Feed that purpose. Nothing and nobody else matters.

Gigi  also told her fans that she has made it her personal mission to help people who suffer from depression and anxiety.

She has joined forces with YCM Talks to present an open platform of discussion and healing called Safe Spaces: Mental Health and Depression.

Here is the Announcement

https://twitter.com/Gigi_Lamayne/status/1068049904516456449