Guyana: Mystic opens up about his battle with depression
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- Опубліковано 7 січ 2024
- Mystic gained fame in recent years for his hit chutney tune “Coolie Bai” even though it’s reggae that’s in his blood. Music is his life. But what many don’t know is that music has been his escape from something that he is opening up about for the first time - his battle with anxiety and depression, which has triggered suicidal thoughts. He was born Romel Nermal in Black Bush Polder, known as the suicidal capital of Guyana and has decided to speak out about his battle with mental health in hopes that it could help others to seek help. He spoke with the News Room’s Neil Marks at a community centre ground in Skeldon, Berbice.
(If you need someone to talk to or if you know anyone who is in need of immediate assistance, please call the Suicide Prevention Hotline on 223-0001, 223-0009, 600-7896, 623-4444 to speak with a professional counsellor.)
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One Love Mystic Big Up! ❤🇬🇾❤
I can tell how much I love his voice and listen to him growing up, I would definitely support him moving forward, please don’t give up and continue singing and getting the help you need, you not alone, 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Big up this youth.
Mystic is certainly a real one.
Nothing but love and blessing for him.
Mr Mark, thank you so much for offering help to Mystic. Bless you and plz continue to deliver with distinction.
I wish Mystic all the best. This interview and mystic story will help others who are dealing with the same issues. Mystic is a great talent in music.
My Guyanese brother , mental health is a real issue amongst our people , both in Guyana and the diaspora at large , the most powerful thing that one can do is seek help and leverage loved ones in order to address these topics. Bring these conversations to the forefront and stop stigmatizing mental illness so you and others can get the help they so desperately need. It’s nothing to be ashamed of and it is very admirable that you decided to share your story , I am very happy that you are getting the help you need to heal and encourage you to continue seeking such for it is an uphill battle where everyday is different and requires consistent work. Also I am moved by the assist that the host provided for you in networking and setting up that appointment for you , now you need to pay it forward or I should say continue to paying it forward so you as a local celebrity can give that assist to the next person , you could be saving a life brother.
I love blackbush from him,when mystic start talking about his dad,it brought tears to my eyes
❤ Mistic you are great and the fact that you accepted what is going to make your life better is powerful confidence meets talent one love, 🙏.
Big up mystic
I discovered Mystic close to 2010? Introduced him (his music) to people soon after that, including to some people in the music scene in Toronto. Many people enjoyed his music, both West Indians & other people too! Blessings & big-up to the Mystic! 🙏
Like Mystic has the dream of brining Guyanese music to the world. I have the dream of seeing all West-Indians rise up, letting their talents shine while living a beautiful life, w/ out the need for alcohol or any other drug to feel like they’re living life. I feel that this aspect of the culture, as fun as it is, is at the same time, the downfall of it. I discovered a way to have more fun, while not compromising on our physical or mental health.
One artiste I can point to, that came to where I’m living now - India (Specifically, Isha Yoga Center) is Machelle Montano. He certainly grew, and discovered life in a deeper way spending time here (Sadhanapada) & even ended up preforming in front of an audience that he probably couldn’t even dream of before, on Maha Shivratri night (2022) the reality must have far exceeded his dream! He always wanted Soca to reach the world & I can tell you, the amount of reach he got that night & with his involvement with #SaveSoil, (I believe) is far more than all of the people who even heard of him before, in all of the years he has been performing.
I hope to come to Guyana & the West Indies to teach classical Hatha Yoga in the coming years, sharing at least a drop of what AdiYogi (Shiva) has transmitted.. And maybe even one day get into the West Indian music scene too!! 😄
We all support u bro❤
You just bless by God king man
My young brother I truly identify your pain and struggles with this monster called depression. Thank God you found an outlet through music to vent your pain. I am like you , similar with your feelings. My path was through films.
Our corentyne berbice Bai.
Mystic... love bredda. I listened to your reggae album and it was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 A coolie man from blackbush - proud was an understatement. You're very inspiring, keep your head up! You going places 🤞🏽
Thank you for speaking about this. Mental illness is real and having awareness is key. Your story will help so many people ❤
We as West Indian need to break the stigma and taboo of therapy and getting the help we need when dealing with depression, kudos to him again for speaking up
Much love to you king man we are so proud of you king man
Great interview. Mental Health is reality for many! Speaking out about mental health issues are extremely important for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety etc. Congrats Mystic for coming out with your mental health journey. I wish you all the best brother.
Thnx for sharing. Congrats and blessings. Om Shanti
True , it's never too late! Mental health is world wide! Good luck !!
I support you Mystic I have my own issues too as a musician I'm the artist of the matapee song but I'm stuck along the line
Don’t you worry my friend, you will get through this sooner rather than later . As a fan , I always battle anxiety and depression since I was a child growing up till this day , I don’t know what’s your religious beliefs , as a Muslim , I believe that the best way to deal with depression is when I preform the Muslim prayer which helps me tremendously, wI’ve known Mystic and his family quite some time now , but . am not surprised to hear that coming from him , since so many people out there are suffering in silence, I wish him all the best to recovery, and all those people who are dealing with this should get some help , Good luck take care of yourself all the best wishes for you and your family 🙋🏽♂️
Love your music my brother never knew you were going through what you mentioned but I am happy that you are getting the help you needed and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors One Love Bro
Bless up !!
Your humbleness speaks volumes. Keep up with the great music you've been making. A lot of people in Guyana have mental health issues, but they don't know what it is and how to deal with it. Thanks for sharing, and I wish you all the best in your positive mindset to achieve success. God bless 🙏
Mystic you are on the Road to a Mystical Future See you at the Grammys.
High respect to you to be so authentic about what you are dealing with. I been in your shoes and got help a few years ago. Keep strong brother.
Listening to Mystic Sammy Baksh came to mind very talented .
You are very talented and you can and will do it. Good luck in the future.❤
Sorry bro you’re such a talented artist Hope all is well with you I think the people around you can see a change in behavior of a person with mental illness as you rightly said your close relatives friends. Hope for the best 🙏🙏🇺🇸🇬🇾
Very talented youth.I love your reggae music big up .
Am from corentyne berbice born grow up not too far from mystic village in black bush ❤
Excellent interview. I am sure this will help to educate those who are going through a difficult time with mental health issues.
With proper literature, assistance, and support it can make a difference.
Good luck to you Sir, and the many more that are fighting this illness.
That is real i feel the same way music set me free i also do music
Thank you for sharing your story. It will help so many others. I wish you well on your mental health/wellness journey.
Thanks for sharing your story,as you say many out there suffer anxiety and depression without realizing what is it.Your story will definitely inspire and help others to be more open up.Wishing you well in your journey of music.Stay positive.
That was a touching interveiw, big up mystic and thankyou for sharing your story...one love
Mental health is real people.
Am also a musician too have meet up with mystic one day I have a few reggae music and one indian soca song too.
We are built to withstand the most natural violent storm of life, but when unnatural storm hits us , it has potential to isolate ,or take us out; lets be fair and candid especially to the young men in our blood families, so we can see them have a productive life...
Am from #51village corentyne berbice ❤
Mr Marks
Omg! Wow! I love the coolie boy song. If you want to sing reggae go for it! Why should straight hair make a difference? What kind of hair do you think Sean Paul have. Please take of yourself my dear you are a great talent. Just don’t get involved with mind altering substances. I pray for you🙏🏽
Sophia garden's in my army day's we open up Sophia Park them time 😮❤.
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Get real and get serious
U do not have a depression problem