How Demi Lovato Got Stronger Than Ever
"Really Don't Care" is the title of her megahit single and also sums up her attitude about trying to be skinny or perfect. Here's how singer Demi Lovato learned to stop being so hard on herself and finally got healthy and confident.
Demi Lovato isn't afraid to embrace her imperfections: "I'm just gonna point this out because it's so obvious we might as well talk about it," she says laughing, motioning to the red zit on her face. "I know I should've left it alone, but I just kept picking at it and picking at it." This unfiltered openness is exactly what has endeared Demi to millions of loyal fans.
At 22, the Disney actress turned pop star has been through more than most people twice her age. Years of battling bulimia, self-harm, and addiction forced Demi to check into rehab, where she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2011. "I had two choices: I could pretend it never happened, or I could tell people the truth," she says. "I was tired of hiding and relieved to know what was wrong with me so I could finally do something to get better," she explains. Committing to a healthy lifestyle was key to her recovery. She overhauled her diet, took up exercise, and embraced her curves. The changes are paying off, and Demi is at the peak of her career—she's on a world tour; "Really Don't Care" was certified platinum; she is the new face of the Skechers campaign; she's the global brand ambassador for NYC New York Color.