Amber on the Importance of Mental Health | KPDB Ep. #39 Highlight 

You can see Amber battling with her emotions and I'm seriously proud of her for speaking about it

Watching amber trying hard not to cry while talking about sulli and hara is so hard as a meu

"we can't deny someone their emotions" -- I wish this could be a more widely spread message, we should first accept that emotions are always real, even if the person's reason for it may not be.

Seriously... thank you Eric for your podcast. I doubt if even one K media would ever talk to Amber or someone else who was close to those who are not here anymore about this. I hope Korea improves. It's a long way but small steps are better than none.

This is soo encouraging.. being able to talk about this on a public podcast, being able to show a you that’s more vulnerable than the one that people want you to show... talking about things that people don’t want you to talk about 👏THANK👏YOU Big love to Eric and Amber 💪🥰🥰

"When everything seems hopeless just take one day at a time. And if one day becomes too much, just take one hour at a time. And if one hour becomes too much, then just take one minute at a time.” - Skam OG Words to live by.

I am very appreciative of the open-ness of this discussion. This, more than anything, NEEDS to be discussed. Mental health needs to be the norm across the board, especially in a high pressure industry such as Korean Entertainment.

My dad just passed away, he got murdered and this had been a really really hard time, thank you amber, I see how you really want to do something good, and that you know how we feel, it's really that, been kind, people should love more, I loved how you said the harmony thing... Is really hard to me to talk about my feelings with someone and I'm going to therapy, when I go my mom always says to everyone that I have something for the school or something and that makes me feel like I'm not normal, and i can't say that I'm not okay... You helped me so much with your music and your words, I wish you happiness, we love you, thank you

Amber has always been one idol that has always stood out for me, ultimate girl bias. This is a huge issue with the kpop industry, but EVERY industry and EVERY walk of life. I'm super glad she's talking about it, instead of just nodding&saying she's fine.

I met Amber during Tour X this weekend and it has genuinely been the best money and time I have fully invested in ever!! Amber is such a lovable soul!! During my turn of meet and greet I reminded her she is such an inspiration to so many people but to get some selfcare too and she said she is trying her best to do so. I'm very glad artists and fans can have these conversations now and actually bring light towards the stigma. I thank Amber for opening up so much to the public about her personal mental health struggles. This llama is totally amazing~~❤

I didn't know she and Goo Hara were friends :'( I appreciate her being open to talking about this, it's very important and vital to her healing from the tragedies. Much love~

I’ll always love Amber. She’s such an amazing person. I feel so emotional seeing her going through so much just like the rest of f(x) have been with sulli’s passing :( I hope she’s at peace. When I was 11 I fell in love with f(x). Sulli’s beauty stunned me, I’d never seen someone so beautiful. Her heart was just as beautiful. I’m 20 now and many things have happened, both good and bad, and this last year the most heart wrenching and unbelievable thing that could’ve ever happened did. I still think of Sulli daily since her passing and my heart aches every time. More than ever I find myself wishing I could go back in time. I’m only a fan, I can’t imagine what Amber is going through. Amber; you’re so strong. You’ve always been a beacon of light. You’re resilient, down to earth, and gentle. You only want to spread love, and in a world as cruel as this, that’s all we can do. Thank you for speaking up about this. We love you 💛💛💛

THIS NEEDS TO BE TALKED ABOUT MORE OFTEN. Hearing Amber struggle even talking about this breaks my heart. Thank you for being brave. We all needed this.

I'm soon to finish my studies in clinical and neuropsychology and honestly, as someone who soon will be working in a profession related to mental health, this is such an important message. There is no reason to suffer alone if you can get help. The stigma that goes with getting mental health help is sad and quite honestly: ridiculous. We should be proud and encourage people who want to get better by reaching for that help, not make fun of them.

I love how she speaks about mental health and openly mentions seeking help during her concerts - such an important message for all to hear. If she were to stop performing (please dont ever), she would make a wonderful peer support worker. We need more people who are willing to let people feel their emotions fully.

Been seeing my counselor every other week for years and I absolutely love it. It is so helpful for me. So glad I made the choice to go even though I didn't want to at first.

My cousin passed away legit a couple of days after Sulli. And I've been feeling the same way. So thank you Amber for explaining how you've felt and what you're going through atm.

thank you for this. eric, you asked what needed to be asked so amber could say what needed to be said. you had the conversation we needed to have. thank you both. i love you guys!

Honestly I m so happy for her ❤️💙 so happy she leaved sm Now she can do whatever she wants to

its hit harder when amber talk about the incident 😭 growing up with idol groups from 2nd gens the memories flash back....

I’m so happy that you talk about this stuff, it’s extremely important and IT’S NOT SOMETHING TO BE EMBARRASSED ABOUT! Thank you so much for opening up, it really means a lot💕

I’ve been a fan of Amber for almost 10 years and I’m so proud to have watched her really just blossom as not just an artist but a person

It never stops hitting you. 6 years since my best friend passed and I don't think it'll ever stop hitting me randomly. But you learn to accept it, I just hope everyone that loses someone important eventually remembers all the good things about that person. I went from never talking about him to telling stories and constantly reminding people that he existed, I was proud of him up until the very last moment.

I love the way she brought this topic across. She worded her thoughts so well, and it was so accurate to what a lot of people go through. She's really such a smart and thoughtful person and her points are really important to know for every body. I love you Amber!❤️❤️

thanks for bringing amber thanks for opening up...

thank you for being so open about this, Amber!

This hit me hard, damn.

This should definitely be watched and given a thought about by every K-Pop artist and everyone in the scene of K-Pop. This is beautifully amazing. Thank you for this.

thankyou for bringing mental health to light!!!. this is a conversation that needs to be spread in korean media and will help people so much by being open and honest. thankyou

This was very inspirational. Thank you to the both of you for talking about mental illness because it is so important to take care of your mental health just as you would your physical health. Wish you both a great 2020!

I have a appointment with a therapist and I felt odd at first but after this video I feel like more confident and I'd like to say thank you so thank you

I loved this so much. Yes mental health is important. Don't ever feel like your alone and can't talk with anyone. Spreading love ❤

Watching this at this time of the pandemic and I am loving how Amber and Eric as well emphasized the importance of fully understanding of what MENTAL HEALTH really is. That's some real and worthy inputs right there ❤ Thank you for this and I love you both.

I really like how Amber and Eric talked about mental health, I hope because of this a lot of people will change their mind about mental health

Me too I get exhausted at night but hey if you think on the bright side sunrises are beautiful so that gets me through lonely nights

I love how comfortable they are sitting... Her words really resonate with me especially right now after the year I have. Amber is truly amazing and I love this prodcast, this show for being so open about these situations and conversations.

i really love how genuine and honest amber is. she inspired and encouraged me in so many ways and ill always be here rooting for her

Amber is such a BEAUTIFUL PERSON OMG, we need more Ambers in this worrrld!!

Everything said here is sooo relatable and talking to friends and family does really help. Going through the same again after 3 again and it made me realise that i really need to speak up with my family and friends and try not to get anxious again. Was a great great interview...

Amber, I am at the same emotional level you're at. And your openness and candid honesty is a gift. "Good job Amber," indeed.

Yes, this is very much needed right now. With what is going on with the world right now, opening up dialogues like this will slowly but surely come a long way to change public perception of what was once perceived as a taboo subject. It was covered with great sensitivity, a lot of wisdom and with great care not to offend those who may not believe in this. Times are changing. We can't hold onto old beliefs anymore. What's important is that it's relevant now and people need to hear this. Great topic!

Super important subject! Thank you both for your honesty and encouragement.

I hope you can feel a type of resilience and find the light again. These topics need more attention in order to break the stigma of mental health.❤ But we can’t give up. We have to keep going. Eric and Amber, I’m sending you love and light.❤Sending my deepest condolences. ❤️🕊️

Both of you are beautiful people! Hearing you talk brings me peace, thank you Amber.

5:35 - 5:47 touched my heart thank you amber I almost cried but thank you for that❤❤

This conversation is so necessary. I appalled them both for having the courage to speak on this.

Thank you Amber, for saying things even when it's hard. Having lost a few friends and family members, I can relate, but especially relate to how hard it is to speak. I couldn't talk about it, and I'm not a public figure. It must be even harder in your position. Thank you - because the close minded people do need to hear.

i know how it feels i hide everything i lost my nan grandad sister 3 best friends all last year one after another i dont speak i hide everything now it starting to effect me i went saw day6 on sunday and jae spoke to us about dark times and getting help u need and started to accept that i cant do it by myself and am trying to talk to people especially my friends i stupidly didn't get in contact with therapy i was refred to as dont not what to say do ect that thought scared me but its hard to accept when u need more help then being alone i thank my friends for being there there amazing dont no were id be right now if didn't have them supporting me xx amber thank you for your music your support to fans everything same to you eric you guys and just kpop has helped me through so much thank you love you guys so much xxx

I hadn't moved yet today and missed an important meeting, too stuck in my head to leave the mattress... but half way through this video I felt a surge of mental clarity that got me up. Thank you Amber and Eric (and @divestudios) for this conversation 🙏🏼❤️

I'm at the same point in my life as Amber. Trying to understand better, comprehend, appreciate, tolerate, really think through my feelings and the feelings of the people around me. Learning

These two😭😭👏😌 I hope Amber is doing okay, same for Eric. My thoughts are always going crazy and driving me insane so it's hard. Depression pulls and pulls so I really hope she and Eric will be okay.💙💙🐳

Therapy changed my life, It's scary to say that I don't know If I would have been here today if I hadn't gone to a therapist.

This was such an impactful segment. There's a lot of courage in sharing our vulnerability with others. Thank you both. Edit, addendum: Therapy has been so beneficial for my mental health.

thanks this definitely helped me a lot tonight while i am having a bit of a sad moment

Awesome video. A good therapist can help you so much. No need to be ashamed and it’s not bc you have a problem.

Thank you for talking about this openly! Good on you guys!

What helped me the most was to often remind myself to hold myself to the same bar as a best friend or stranger.. as in "if a friend or stranger did the same things I did with the same results as me - how would I treat them?" And not treat myself harsher than I would another human being. I'm a perfectionist too in all too many ways and to get out of my depression I had to have compassion for my human-ness. It angers me that people pulled out jealousy as a response for vulnerability. Feelings are valid and with fame being one of the most lonesome and stressful professions you can have I think that was super uncalled for. People in the spotlight deserve friends that can help them connect on a human level instead of as nothing but an image all the time. Everyone needs that on work/off work switch for that yin and yang balance. :/

I love Amber. These are important conversations we need to continually have.

this podcast definitely helped me alot. its ok to cry its ok to talk it out. ive had my fair share but it feels better to talk it out or have a diary :) helps

I hope that the whole world would see and hear this interactions, thank you Amber and Eric..,... Congratulations...

Amber, I am so proud of you. It must've been so hard for you and I agree, when people say you have everything you shouldn't feel this way. That's not entirely right. Yes, you have everything but with it comes a lot of judgement and responsibility. But also, a lot of limitations. And that could be a lot of pressure as a K-POP singer. Every move you make is taken seriously and you simply joking can be taken seriously by someone who took offense by mistake. They will love you when you "obey" and "listen" to them. But when you want to do it your way, they will bring back your past mistakes and hurt you with it. Like you said at you're concert. You're doing well, just be yourself. Those who truly appreciate, love, and understand you will be there. Haters are going to hate, that's nothing you can change. But what you can change is how you use their negativity to push you through and become a better person. There is always room for improvement. Whether it be your fans, your family, and your friends. They will be there and any time you need them. LOVE YOU AMBER AND ERIC!! ❤❤❤

Im really glad that they are open to talk abt this subject which I think is a really important topic that we should be aware of

As someone who has been going through something for a while I really needed this

Amber is such an icon. I love her so much and it's great she is able to speak out about this

amber, here some love for you :

we love you, amber💖

Good for you Amber! Middle Aged Mom here: talk about negative and scary things. Silence and secrets only hurt people. When you are brave enough to share it encourages others. Be brave and take care of yourself. That’s how you win at life!

Love you Amber❤❤❤❤

Someone very precious and important to me passed away 2 years ago due to suicide. It still hurts like hell everytime I think about her. She was such a happy person on the outside I had no idea she was hurting so much. I really feel what Amber is talking about, I've been through the same. The pain is never completely gone, no matter how hard you want it to. Every little thing we do has consequences. If you know the thing you're doing is going to have negative - please rethink it. You never know what's going on with the person you're talking to, if you or someone you know is hurting and may be a danger to themselves, seek help. Take care of your mind. Please.

Amber I adore her. I am glad she is talking about this and getting help. I also adore Eric.

I luv Amber's answer, no more judgement

Mental health is so important. Thank you both for spreading awareness.

Thank you for you kind and encouraging words. Many people really need encouragement and maybe a push for them to seek help. God bless you

So much love for the both of you. ♥

As someone who is seeing a councelor due to personal issues, past issues and current physical health issues, hearing Amber talk like this makes me feel... okay. It makes me feel like people on the outside see and care even when they can't tell you clearly.

Thankyou amber and eric for speak up about this important topic 💞

Ammmmbeeeeer😫 I can relate to you in so many ways and I love how strong you are. I can see that you're on the right path. And thank you Eric for this broadcast😊🌺

I love u amber ❤️ thank u for speaking up

this interview got me all teared up. 😭😭😭😭😭

My dad passed away on March 15, 2023 and I’ve been grieving. Just losing one person hurts so bad. Imagine how Amber feels.

I agree with everything Amber says ❤️ Honestly I feel like music labels should have someone (or more people) walk around or just be at the agency on certain days so idols and trainees don't have to battle with themselves, which can keep them from giving their bests! For me honestly, I have been depressed for 15 years (because of my dad's passing and recently because of my best friend's passing) but I don't go to therapists anymore because it just didn't help.... at that point I realized that I'm the only one who can help myself and I'm thankfully doing okay and I have more good days than bad. Thank you Amber and Eric for making me feel like it's okay to not feel good and that it's okay to struggle. 🙏🏻❤️ I love you guys!

Thank you so much for this interview I just loved it. It made me cry a lil but I am so happy to see you guys talking about it. Wonderful interview. I love you Eric and I love you Amber. thank you so much for open up and share your thoughts and feelings. I am so proud of you, proud of being your fan and I just want to thank you for being in this world. Your words made a little bit stronger today. I love you so much. Thank you again.

From what I`ve learned from 2019 based on both events and a personal level, there are cruel and evil people on this earth. Genuinely people with no compasion and humanity. There is eviil out there , but there is also good. But in terms of the public bullying Hara and Sulli went though, there should be laws on severe punishments in bullying public figures and individuals. I dont think changing hearts is possible, some are good people others are not. Laws and policies should be put in place, so that these types of events should never repeat themselves. You cants change hearts I believe, but we can change social norms and attitudes in how individuals should behave, by the using the Law in changing this direction.

I believe it all starts with self-love. Hurt people tend to hurt other people. I hope we all get the courage to love ourselves more so that we would see and treat the world and others with more love and compassion.

I'm so proud of you girl

I know Amber is Brave Person This rough times will loose n disappear n we know how at a certain time one Question oneself when the world isn't backing up Amber respect to you

thanks for this video/podcast

What a strong girl you are, Amb 💜

There is still such a huge stigma around mental health especially in Asia, some believes it to be caused by evil spirits. I feel like there isn't much awareness or education or just attention to mental health and it's devastating as we see a lot more people being lost to mental illness, yet people don't change despite of what happened and the government is slow to tackle the root of the problem. Mental health should be normalised, everyone will go through a crisis at some point of their lives and it is alright to seek help, there shouldn't be shame or fear because of it. It's important for everyone to be healthy holistically, not just physically. But people are also the problem; people can be so harsh and so quick to judge and attack others. Hateful comments are being posted everywhere, I'm not sure if it's because of their age or upbringing or lack of education that's causing them to be irresponsible of their actions and words. What would the world be like if we can all just be kind and understanding to one another.

Thank Amber for telling everyone that it's ok to be in therapy!!! Its ok!!! IT'S OK!!!! So many people see it as a weakness and to let others know that you are doing it as well, means SO MUCH!! To all the young people that you have so much influence on you saying it out loud means so much!! I've attempted suicide 3 different times, the 3rd time was last February. That's when I realized I could not do it by myself any longer, and I got help. I lost my sister to suicide in 2007. She left behind 4 children all under the age of 10. I knew I had to break the cycle!! Thank you both so much for talking about the issues that are so important. Everyone matters!! YOU reading this,YOU MATTER!! Tell yourself that a million times a day if you need too!! Much love and respect to you Amber!!!

Thank you guys so much for this.

Thank you both.

Great content!

Respect Amber 🙏

I love amber hope she gets better I understand everything she said

Love this podcast! Glad you're addressing the issues and being a public figure, helps people see thing more clearly about mental health. I also see the "Asian" culture seeing this as a taboo subject and it's not widely accepted in that culture.

The impotence. The impotence you feel when you know you can't do anything to change a situation for someone, you just can be there for them and love them and support them even if you don't get them...It hurts a lot. I've tried to commit suicide twice, obviously some people didn't get it but they were there for me, they told me they loved me and they tried their best to help me even if they couldn't see the darkness I saw, even if they couldn't understand that I was unhappy. Now that I survived I am grateful for them but it breaks my heart that we have to find ourselves in extreme situations so that people realise how bad things are.

Stay strong Amber , I know you can do it . I believe she is in heaven now , she is happy now

Life is suffering and yet we humans manage to be assholes to eachother, where is the kindness?

Thank you amber for Your Yes. Yes for Your brave to talk about Your situation .