Sophie Turner Credits Motherhood For Positive Mental Health Transformation

Sophie Turner, 28, recently opened up about how becoming a mother has significantly improved her mental health. In a candid conversation with journalist Chioma on The Run-Through with Vogue podcast, released on May 16, the actress shared how motherhood has inspired her to prioritize both her physical and mental well-being.

The Game of Thrones star admitted that in the past, she would isolate herself when feeling triggered or depressed. “My problem is that I would isolate if I ever felt triggered or depressed,” she confessed. 

According to her, she used to endure “days” or even “weeks-long ruts” without seeking help. However, now she ensures to “always reach out to a friend” in her supportive community.

“I have these moments all the time where I get overwhelmed and anxious and depressed, and I pick up the phone to my friends, and I can get over it in about 20 minutes,” she said, highlighting the importance of her coping mechanisms, which sometimes include the tapping method or box breathing. 

“I’ve been very therapized,” she added.

Reflecting on her journey, Sophie revealed that motherhood has transformed her approach to self-care and self-worth. As a mother to her daughters Willa, 3, and Delphine, 1, whom she shares with her ex Joe Jonas, she now views her body with newfound respect. 

“My body fed my child in my tummy, and it gave birth to the most amazing kids, the loves of my life,” she expressed, going on to emphasize her desire to maintain her health for the sake of her children. 

“I want this body to be around as long as possible so I can spend time with my children for as long as possible. Kids gave me a whole new lease on life and wellness, and the importance of health and treating yourself with respect,” the X-Men: Dark Phoenix star explained, noting that children learn “everything” from their parents. 

“I want them to see me feeding my body, and I want them to see me loving my body,” she added.

Sophie also spoke candidly about her struggles with bulimia and mental health issues with British Vogue. “I know when I’m in a bad headspace that the eating thing will always flare up,” she admitted. However, she now manages it through exposure therapy. 

In her words: “I regulate it by sitting in the discomfort and just getting used to that feeling of being full. It’s all exposure therapy. I think life is exposure therapy.”