My Wife Helps Me Through My Hardest Moments - Deyemi Okanlawon

 

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Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has opened up about the importance of having a dependable support system, revealing that his wife is the person he leans on whenever life's pressures become too much to handle.

Speaking in a recent interview, the actor explained that although he tries not to place unnecessary responsibilities on his wife because she already manages her own career and family duties, there are moments when he simply cannot carry the weight alone. During those difficult periods, he turns to her for encouragement and emotional support.

According to Okanlawon, he is mindful of the demands on his wife and does not make her his first point of contact whenever he faces challenges. 

However, when situations become overwhelming, he does not hesitate to wake her up, even in the middle of the night, because he knows she will be there to help him through the moment.

He said, "When the thing is just too hard, there's my wife. She's not the first because she's dealing with her own business and raising the family. But when it's hitting me too hard, I'll wake her in the middle of the night and tell her to help me."

Beyond the support he receives from his wife, Okanlawon disclosed that he has intentionally built a network of people who help him maintain his emotional and mental well-being. He said this circle includes a professional therapist, mentors and trusted friends who provide guidance whenever he needs it.

The actor stressed that many men have been conditioned to believe they must face every challenge alone, a mindset he believes should change. He encouraged men to understand that seeking help is not a sign of weakness but an important part of personal growth and healing.

While acknowledging that men often feel responsible for protecting those around them, Okanlawon maintained that this responsibility should not prevent them from paying attention to their own emotional health. He noted that being strong also means recognising when support is needed.

"My job is to protect the people around me. If gbege happens here now, the chances are I'm going to step in front. It's what needs to happen. There's no excuse. You also have to be aware enough to find healing," he said.

His comments have added to the growing conversation about mental health, particularly among men, as more public figures continue to encourage openness about emotional struggles. By sharing his personal experience, Okanlawon hopes more people will understand that asking for help is not a weakness but a healthy and necessary step toward living a balanced life.

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