Reese Witherspoon opens up on feeling like a ‘broken robot’

Reese Witherspoon opened up about her emotional struggles during an event at her Hello Sunshine media company in Los Angeles. 

The 47-year-old star, who recently parted ways with her husband of 12 years, Jim Toth, shared her journey of self-discovery and healing after what she described as a “difficult year.”

In a candid interview, Witherspoon disclosed how she had immersed herself in work to alleviate loneliness and unease while battling personal issues. “I’m a person who fills my schedule with busyness so that I feel less alone or less nervous or less unsettled,” she admitted. However, this coping mechanism ultimately led her to a breaking point.

She bravely admitted, “I started to realize that isn’t going to work for me; about a year ago I was like: ‘I was a robot, and the robot broke.’ I cried and cried.” Witherspoon’s candid remarks highlighted the importance of seeking help and taking care of one’s mental well-being.

The actress credited the self-help books she read in her 20s and her dedication to understanding and forgiving herself for the tools that helped her rebuild. “I feel like I’ve learned a lot because I did the hard work in my early 20s,” she stated.

While opening up about her struggles, Witherspoon also expressed her determination to make the entertainment industry a safer place for young women. 

She emphasized her commitment to putting in the effort, stating, “I really want to change things… If no one else shows up, I know I will show up, and I know I will do the work.”

Reese Witherspoon’s heartfelt admission serves as a reminder that even those in the spotlight face personal challenges and reinforces the importance of self-care and seeking support during difficult times.