Gisele Bündchen revealed her battle with suicidal thoughts and panic during her modeling career.
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She described feeling suffocated and panicky, even in open studios, due to the pressure of the industry.
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Bündchen shared a moment when she considered jumping from her ninth-floor apartment.
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During her modeling career, she separated herself into two personas: "her," the model, and "Gisele," her true self.
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Alcohol, cigarettes, and caffeine exacerbated her stress, but she later reduced or quit these substances.
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Bündchen emphasized the freedom she now experiences as her authentic self, no longer needing to play a character.
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She expressed contentment with stepping back from the fashion industry, feeling like she's now "living" rather than just "surviving."
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In her 2018 memoir, she had also discussed contemplating suicide and experiencing panic attacks.
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Bündchen highlighted the importance of sharing vulnerabilities to connect with others authentically.
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She believes her life experiences, though challenging, have shaped her into who she is today.
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