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Zach Bryan He has spoken openly about reinventing his relationship with alcohol after experiencing recent mental health issues.
The 29-year-old country singer shared a touching letter with fans via: Instagram On Tuesday, Nov. 18, he noted that he recently rode his motorcycle across the country and realized, “I really need some help.”
“I was stuck in a perpetual state of dissatisfaction, which resulted in me always going to drink, not for the taste, but because there was always a black hole inside of me that always needed to be filled,” Bryan wrote. He added that being thrust into the spotlight “had some subconscious effects on me as a person.”
“I was being trolled and doxxed on the internet, I was helping a close friend through a severe mental breakdown, my other best friend was in a coma from a motorcycle accident, and I was touring the country playing five, sometimes six nights a week,” he continued. “I was going through an earth-shattering panic. The anxiety I was feeling was paralyzing, and I thought, now that I was successful, had the money I’d always wanted, and had great friends, I could beat it all.”
There has been some public controversy since the release of Zach Bryan’s album American Heartbreak. Brian gained a following in 2017 after he began posting his music online. He released two albums before 2022’s American Heartbreak, his first with a major label, catapulting him into the (…)
this Singer of “The Thing in the Orange” said he had recently contacted a therapist to help him deal with his “toxic relationship with alcohol and how I cope with major life changes.”
“I haven’t touched alcohol in almost two months – I have to do this in order to stay sober. I need to see the world objectively,” he wrote. “My family supports me every step I take. Conversations about the future, having kids one day, my health and (girlfriend) SammyHappiness allows me to prioritize not just myself, but my entire family. “
“I feel great, I feel content, I feel complete. I don’t need anything to hold me up anymore,” Brian continued. “If you or any of your friends are too tough, too scared, or too stubborn to reach out, please know that the most stubborn fool on the planet has done so and has no regrets.”
“I don’t believe in absolutes. Maybe one day, I’ll learn (to control) my habits, but for now, I just want to say that it’s okay to be weak and need help sometimes. God bless everyone! I pray this helps someone,” he concluded.
Bryan further wrote in the post: “This is by no means a greater than you sentiment, I know I am one of the luckiest people alive. I pray people don’t think this is me taking my blessings for granted.”
“I wanted to share this because I feel like a lot of people go through mental struggles at times and feel alone, which leads to a lot of people suffering in silence. This is my piece on mental health. I hope it helps people who are struggling to find words when they’re down on their luck,” he added.
In the comments, Bryan’s fans were quick to express their appreciation for the singer and wish him well. journey to sobriety.
“In tears (of joy!) So proud of you @zachlanebryan 🙌 Thank you for sharing your journey and inspiring so many others who may be struggling,” one fan wrote.
Another shared, “Strong enough to seek change and we’re glad to see it 🤍.”
