The Importance of Prioritizing Mental Health: Lewis Capaldi Takes Time Off Until Glastonbury.

Lewis Capaldi Cancels Upcoming Commitments to Prioritize Rest and Recovery

Difficult Decision Made Ahead of Glastonbury Performance

Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi has announced that he is canceling all his upcoming commitments to prioritize rest and recovery. The decision was made ahead of his scheduled performance at Glastonbury festival on June 24, where he is set to take to the Pyramid Stage. In a statement posted on social media, the Forget You singer has apologized to his fans and expressed his regret over the situation.

Busy Schedule Taking its Toll

In his social media post, Lewis Capaldi explained how the last few months have been intense both physically and mentally as he hasn’t had any proper time off since Christmas. The 24-year-old Glasgow native apologized to fans who have already made preparations for his canceled gigs, expressing gratitude to them for their support. He also said he wanted to spend some time with his loved ones and engage in regular activities that have a therapeutic effect on him.

Earlier this year, in his Netflix documentary, ‘How I’m Feeling Now’, the London-based singer opened up about the impact fame has had on his mental health, describing the highs and lows of his journey through music and what it has meant to him.

Prioritizing Mental Health

As we have seen over the years, the music industry can be a harsh and demanding environment, and many musicians have been vocal about their mental health challenges, leading to various initiatives being set up to address the issue. Capaldi has been a vocal advocate for prioritizing mental health and taking time off when needed to deal with it.

In a recent interview with Rebecca Judd on her Apple Music show, Lewis Capaldi spoke openly about his struggles with panic attacks and how they plague him on stage. He confessed that he had to seek help to cope with the episodes and expressed satisfaction with his coping mechanisms and how he is now better equipped to handle the anxiety.

Final Thoughts

It is commendable that Lewis Capaldi is prioritizing his well-being, regardless of the potential backlash he may receive, especially at a time when his career is at an upward trajectory. It is also essential to remember that taking time off to rest and bounce back, unapologetically, should be the norm rather than the exception. More needs to be done to ensure that musicians and other professionals in the entertainment industry can access mental health services quickly and receive support whenever they need it.

We wish Capaldi all the best in his recovery journey and his future performances.