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Jessica Haller regrets 'Let's Dance' appearance and opens up on her mental health battle

Recovering from spinal surgery, Haller is embracing mindfulness to rebuild her confidence

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Overview

  • Haller says she felt “empty” and detached during her 2018 run with partner Robert Beitsch, finishing in 13th place
  • She revealed in a YouTube video that she suffered depression, panic attacks and anxiety and entered a clinic for treatment
  • The former contestant avoided watching the show for two years after her exit because viewing it made her too sad
  • Haller credits her ongoing mindfulness practice and self-reflection with helping her process past trauma and rediscover her sense of self
  • After undergoing spinal surgery, she is focusing on mindful fitness to strengthen her body and support her emotional recovery