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Emma Heming Willis admits she struggles amid her husband Bruce Willis' aphasia diagnosis.
"I put my family's needs above my own, which I found does not make me any kind of hero," the model, 43, told the media in an interview published Thursday.
"That amount of care for everyone else within my household had taken a toll on my mental and overall health."
"And it served no one in my family." Emma shares daughters Mabel, 10, and Evelyn, 8, with the 67-year-old actor.
She added that she is now learning how to "mother" herself and intentional about "making the time for self-care" daily.
"Someone told me not long ago that you end up under-caring for yourself when you over-care for someone."
"That stopped me in my tracks and resonated with me. Instead, Emma focuses on her "basic baseline needs." including exercise.
"I think it's important to find that thing that makes you feel good and build from there."
"I think it's important to find that thing that makes you feel good and build from there."
In March, Emma revealed Bruce's recent health struggles.
Posting a joint statement with the "Die Hard" star's ex-wife, Demi Moore, and the former couple's daughters, Rumer, 33, Scout, 30, and Tallulah, 28.
"With much consideration, Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him." their social media uploads announced.
"This is a really challenging time for our family and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support."
"We are moving through this as a strong family unit. Live it up; together; we plan to do just that."
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