Natalie Bassingthwaighte opens up about reaching breaking point – Daily Mail

The Australian megastar juggles motherhood with being a singer, actress, and founder of children’s clothing label Chi Khi.

But Natalie Bassingthwaighte reached breaking point last year after the pressure of work and dealing with the loss of two close friends became too much.

In an interview with The House of Wellness, the 43-year-old admitted she struggled to deal with her intense schedule and it eventually took a toll on her health.

‘Everything was getting a bit out of control,’ she told the publication. ‘When a friend made a throwaway comment saying “my son hates me,” it resonated with me.’

‘There was a build-up of many things, and that was just the thing that slapped me in the face,’ she added. 

Natalie revealed she wasn’t able to deal with the grief or pressure and eventually suffered a panic attack. 

‘I woke up the next morning and I was frozen. I couldn’t move. I couldn’t talk. I couldn’t breathe as well,’ she said. 

But with the help of friends, Natalie was able to overcome the difficulties and felt empowered. 

She learnt how to deal with the hardship by starting energy healing, naturopathy and meditation. 

‘I have to say now is probably the best I’ve ever felt mentally and physically. I feel very strong and empowered. I feel grateful for that,’ she revealed. 

Natalie is set to make her debut in the musical Chicago later this month and has learnt to achieve a work-life balance.

Natalie admitted health, family and happiness are the most important things in life.