Rachel Platten: “I Didn’t Sleep for 3 Days” Fighting Anxiety, Depression, & Hitting Rock Bottom

Rock Bottom

Rachel Platten recounts her lowest moments, describing the circumstances that led her to hit rock bottom. She shares a vivid memory of being on her knees in her studio at 2 a.m., overwhelmed by her baby's high fever, her husband's kidney stone, and the recent death of her uncle. In this moment of despair, she cried out for mercy and felt a profound spiritual presence, which led to the creation of her song "Mercy" 1. Rachel reflects on this period, emphasizing that the pain she endured was a necessary path to her current state of healing and self-acceptance 2.

This pain is going to be worse than anything you've ever experienced, but I will not wish you out of it, because it is the way to get where you want.

--- Rachel Platten

Her story highlights the transformative power of embracing and working through pain.

   

Mental Health

Rachel also delves into her mental health struggles, including anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. She explains how these issues were interconnected, with her physical pain often being a manifestation of her mental anguish 3. Rachel emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach to healing, combining therapy, medication, and spiritual practices 4.

I wasn't strong enough. I'm the fight song girl. I should be able to will myself out of this depression like I did last time, but I did. I finally relented. And it really helped.

--- Rachel Platten

Her journey underscores the necessity of addressing both the mind and body in mental health recovery.

   

Spirituality

Rachel discusses her journey of finding a deeper spiritual connection, which played a vital role in her healing process. She describes a moment of profound spiritual awakening when she felt a divine presence while creating music in her studio 1. This experience led her to seek a direct connection with God, moving away from relying on intermediaries like psychics or intuitives 5.

I think like all hero's journeys, I needed to be on my knees, suffering at my limit, crying mercy, I surrender anything. Come and help me.

--- Rachel Platten

Rachel's story illustrates the power of spirituality in overcoming personal struggles and finding inner peace.