Responding to the tweet, Monty explained that by openly addressing his mental health problems, he hopes to “empower” other people to speak about their own mental health battles without “shame”.
The BBC gardener replied: “I sympathise with this view but am persuaded that by talking publicly I can empower some who feel embarrassed, lonely or shy to begin to talk – to anyone- without shame or humiliation.
“Which is overwhelmingly what I used to feel,” Monty added.
After the social media user thanked the star for his reply, they admitted they still found the conversation “tiresome”, as they wished Monty good health.
“Thank you. Best wishes,” the Longmeadow owner responded.
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