Social media can be a toxic and traumatizing place for people, especially celebrities. Trolling has taken new heights in recent years and the toll it takes on people’s mental health is real. Selena Gomez publicly gave up social media and said she did so to prioritize her mental health in a world that is hyper-connected. Now, Kid Cudi is calling it quits with social media.
Kid Cudi took to Twitter this week to announce that he was stepping away from social media so he can focus on his mental health. The singer has been public about his battles with toxic mental health and the news of leaving social media is part of his journey to care for himself.
This isn’t the first time that Kid Cudi has stepped away from social media. Years ago, the “Pursuit of Happiness” singer cut ties with social media when he went to rehab to address his depression and anxiety.
“I am not at peace,” Kid Cudi wrote in a Facebook post in 2016. “I haven’t been since you’ve known me. If I didn’t come here, I would’ve done something to myself. I simply am a damaged human swimming in a pool of emotions everyday of my life. There’s a ragin violent storm inside of my heart at all times.”
Fans are mourning his sudden departure from social media but many understand that it is for the best. For now, the singer seems to be giving control of his social media to his team and left his Instagram followers with one final selfie after turning off IG comments.
Sending you love and light, Kid Cudi. Stay strong.
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has a national help hotline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).