Demi Lovato Sympathizes With Shawn Mendes For Prioritizing Mental Health Over Career: 'I Know What It's Like'

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Demi Lovato knows all too well what Shawn Mendes is going through right now. Earlier this month, the 23-year-old singer announced that he’s postponing three weeks of upcoming shows on his Wonder world tour “until future notice” for the sake of his mental health.

He explained in a lengthy statement to his fans on Instagram that he’s always found it “difficult to be on the road away from friends and family,” adding: Related: Demi Needed Stitches After Cutting Face Open With A Crystal?! Glad that he’s taken a step back in order to focus on his mental health right now!

Following the announcement, many fans and celebrities applauded Shawn for taking time for himself, including Demi. The 29-year-old artist spoke about his decision to postpone tour dates, saying on Audacy’s Karson & Kennedy Talk with Famous People Thursday: Demi continued: The Camp Rock alum, who is embarking on their first tour in four years when their Holy Fvck shows start in August, went on to share how time off during the coronavirus pandemic helped them gain a new perspective on certain things in their life: That could definitely take a toll on anyone.

And for this new tour, Demi is doing everything they can to prepare when it comes to their own mental health: We are wishing Demi the best of luck when they head out on the road!