Zendaya: Trying to discover what my life is outside of the presentation of who I am

IANS January 5, 2025 307 views

Zendaya is on a fascinating journey of self-exploration, moving beyond her Hollywood image to discover her authentic self. She's been experimenting with hobbies like pottery and baking, trying to understand what brings her genuine joy outside of work. The actress openly discusses her challenges with isolation and the importance of staying active for her mental health. Her candid reflections offer a refreshing glimpse into the personal growth of a young star navigating fame and personal identity.

"It's just trying to discover what my life is outside of the presentation of who I am" - Zendaya, W Magazine
Zendaya: Trying to discover what my life is outside of the presentation of who I am
Los Angeles, Jan 5: Hollywood actress and singer Zendaya, who first found fame as a child, has said that she's still learning about herself off-screen.

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Finding personal joy beyond professional achievements

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Exploring new hobbies like pottery and baking

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Prioritizing mental health through intentional self-care

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Learning to understand herself outside public persona

Zendaya, who is in a relationship with her 'Spider-Man' co-star Tom Holland,told W Magazine: "It's a thing that I'm figuring out. What other than work brings me joy?"

The 28-year-old Hollywood star has tried her hand at various activities over recent years, including pottery and baking.

However, the "Euphoria" actress feels she's still on a journey of self-discovery, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

She said: "For me, it's been about trying new things, as stupid as it sounds, like pottery or anything with your hands. I can make a good scone now, you know? It's just trying to discover what my life is outside of the presentation of who I am."

Last year, Zendaya claimed that exercise helps her to feel "less anxious".

She doesn't have a strict workout routine, but Zendaya feels that exercising can be really beneficial for her mental health.

She told Vogue: "It's a joke amongst my friends and family, but I don't have a workout practice, per se. I'm not the best at keeping up with it."

Zendaya recognises the value of staying healthy and active.

The actress said: "I think sometimes people assume that because of what they see of me, maybe I'm a certain way. But when I'm not working, I tend to isolate myself.

"My therapist, family, and friends will tell me, 'You need to get up and get out,' and I never want to - but when I make myself do it, I realise it's actually kind of nice. I'm less anxious. I have to really be intentional about taking care of myself. I'm learning to be more responsible for myself and for my own body and looking after it all."

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