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YouTube Skater John Hill Reveals Battle w/ Depression, Takes an Extended Break

John Hill takes a break from skateboarding.
ShreddER November 5, 2023
YouTube Skater John Hill
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YouTube sensation and skate influencer John Hill has recently shared a deeply personal struggle with depression and announced an extended break from skateboarding.

In an emotional video, Hill opened up about the challenges he has faced and his journey towards better mental health.

He also revealed his commitment to personal growth, exploring new avenues such as parkour training and working out to become the best version of himself.

Hill sat down with his fans and followers to discuss the depression he had been dealing with for a significant period.

The YouTuber, who has built a dedicated audience with over a million subscribers on his channel, shared the inner turmoil he had been experiencing while maintaining his highly active skateboarding content.

Despite his passion for skateboarding, he started feeling trapped by it. The pressure to continuously push the envelope, create fresh content, and live up to the expectations of his viewers had taken a toll on his overall well-being.

Stream the vlog below to know more about what's coming from Hill as he takes a long break from skateboarding.

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