Pepe Herrera, tinalakay ang mental health journey niya; nagsalita tungkol sa kahalagahan ng pahinga

Published 2 Jul 2026 at 12:59 AM

by Triz Pereña

3 min read

Pepe Herrera looked back on the time he stepped away from social media and some projects as he battled burnout and depression
Speaking on Oh My Gan!, Pepe revealed that working on a television series in 2023 took a toll on his mental health and helped him realize the importance of rest and self-honesty
Pepe also revealed that he sought professional help, took prescribed medication, and found strength through mentors, friends, music, creative expression, and service
He encouraged others facing mental health struggles to listen to their bodies, seek help when needed, and approach themselves with honesty and kindness

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Pepe Herrera shared an honest account of his mental health journey, revealing that there was a point when burnout and depression led him to step away from social media and temporarily put some projects on hold. Speaking during his guest appearance on Oh My Gan!, the actor emphasized the importance of listening to one's body, seeking help, and allowing time to heal.

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Pepe Herrera, tinalakay ang mental health journey niya; nagsalita tungkol sa kahalagahan ng pahinga (Screenshot from Oh My Gan! via ABS-CBN News)
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Pepe recalled reaching a point where he felt emotionally and creatively exhausted. Because of what he was going through, he decided to take a break from social media and reduce his workload to focus on his well-being. Looking back on that period, he said, “It feels like I was staying in a plateau. There was no growth.”

The actor also reflected on the intense pressure he experienced while working on a television series in 2023. He admitted that the project coincided with one of the darkest periods of his life, when stress had already taken a significant toll on his mental health and left him feeling creatively drained.

Describing that difficult chapter, Pepe shared, “When I did this TV series noong 2023, I was so stressed. I was in a dark phase.”

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Eventually, Pepe realized that continuing to push himself was doing more harm than good. He said recognizing that his body and mind needed rest became a major turning point, helping him accept that healing begins with being honest about one's limitations.

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“When I was able to embrace finally that I just have to rest, that’s when I realized na I just have to be true to myself,” he said.

As part of his recovery, Pepe sought professional help and revealed that he was prescribed medication. He also reminded those facing similar challenges that prescribed medication should never be stopped abruptly without first consulting a doctor.

In addition to medical support, Pepe credited his recovery to the people and passions that helped him move forward. He said mentors, friends, music, creative expression, and serving others all played meaningful roles in his healing. Reflecting on the support he received, he shared, “Because I asked for help, help was given generously.”

Pepe also offered words of encouragement to those experiencing mental health struggles. He urged people to listen to their bodies, be sincere and honest with themselves, and choose kindness throughout the healing process.

According to Pepe, staying true to those values can make a difference, adding, “Everything else will follow.”

As previously reported by KAMI in 2025, Pepe stepped away from Your Face Sounds Familiar as he battled depression and anxiety. In a video statement, he revealed that he had been dealing with these challenges since his teenage years. After experiencing panic attacks and sleep problems, he decided to prioritize his recovery. Pepe also encouraged others to take care of their mental health and seek help when needed.