Tuesday Vargas opens up on mental health issues: “Wag kayong bumitaw”

TRIGGER WARNING: Story about mental health issues

• Tuesday Vargas shared in an interview with Luchi Cruz-Valdes that divine intervention saved her from ending her life while she was in the United States
• She said she had felt deep exhaustion and loneliness after performing in several shows abroad and had even written farewell letters to her loved ones
• Just before she planned to take her life, she looked up at the sky saw the clouds open and sunlight shine directly on her face which she took as a sign from God to keep living
• Tuesday now uses her experience to encourage others struggling with mental health saying wag kayong bumitaw kasi ang daming gustong mabuhay ang sarap mabuhay

Comedienne and television host Tuesday Vargas opened up about a deeply personal moment in her life during an emotional interview with journalist Luchi Cruz-Valdes on YouTube, where she revealed how a miracle saved her from taking her own life.

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Tuesday recalled feeling immense exhaustion and emptiness while performing abroad, describing how the silence after entertaining people became “deafening” and made her question whether she was truly loved for who she was or only for what she could offer. She shared that she had reached a breaking point during her stay in the United States and even wrote farewell letters to her loved ones, including her son, mother, and fans. But just as she was about to end her life, she said she looked up at the sky and saw the clouds parting, sunlight breaking through and touching her face — a moment she instantly recognized as a sign from God to keep going.

“Sabi ko sa sarili ko, when I go back to the hotel, I’ll jump on the balcony. So I prepared my letter and all of that, letter to my son, my mom, my fans.. I want to tell them na this is not quitting. It’s just that I can’t handle it, hindi ko na kaya.

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“Tumingin ako sa langit, tapos bumukas yung ulap. Umaraw ulit, huling araw bago mag dilim. Tapos diretso siya sa mukha ko. Walang paliwanag, alam ko agad.

“Nakatingin lang ako sa taas, sabi ko sa langit, ‘opo’. Naiintindihan ko po, then I stepped away from the balcony. I closed the sliding door. I sat on the bed and I cried. I cried until I fell asleep,” she continued.

Since that experience, Tuesday said she has been holding on to faith and a renewed sense of purpose, encouraging others who are struggling with depression and hopelessness not to give up. Tuesday has been undergoing therapy for years now to deal with her mental health problems.

In her message to those facing mental health battles, she said, “Wag kayong bumitaw kasi ang daming gustong mabuhay, ang sarap mabuhay. Mabigyan ka ng ganitong pagkakataon maging tao sa panahon na ‘to na pwede kang mabuhay ng maraming ipaglaban dahil may gift ka.”

Tuesday Vargas is a Filipina actress, singer, comedienne, and TV host known for her versatility in both comedy and drama. She first gained recognition in the early 2000s for her comedic roles on television and her appearances in variety shows and sitcoms. With her unique sense of humor and strong stage presence, she became a familiar face in Philippine entertainment, often cast in roles that highlight her wit and comedic timing. Beyond comedy, she has also proven her talent in dramatic roles in both television series and films, showcasing her wide range as an actress.

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As previously reported by KAMI, Tuesday Vargas has spoken up to share her side of the story. A netizen on Reddit accused her of being rude, claiming that the actress was a "total b*tch" in Hong Kong. In response, the comedienne immediately addressed the accusation and clarified the issue.

Meanwhile, Tuesday Vargas made headlines with her latest Facebook post. In her post, she shared the "10 things most people don't know" about her. Aside from this, she also opened up about her mental health struggles. Needless to say, her post resonated deeply with her followers online.

Source: KAMI.com.gh