AceShowbiz - Over the past few weeks, Justin Bieber has been alarmingly candid on his Instagram Stories, sharing posts that discuss his mental health battles. These cryptic messages, paired with his recent behavior and public appearances, have heightened concerns among fans and the public alike.

In one of his latest posts set to SZA's "I Hate U", the "Peaches" singer opened up about feeling like he was drowning and unsafe, emotions he linked to the suppression of hate and negative feelings from his childhood.

He wrote, "I was always told when I was a kid not to hate. But it made me feel like I wasn't allowed to have it and so I didn't tell anyone I've had it. Which made me feel like I was drowning, unsafe to acknowledge it."

Just days earlier, Bieber also revealed struggles with imposter syndrome and self-doubt. He admitted to feeling like a fraud despite his massive success. "People told me my whole life, 'Wow Justin, you deserve that.' And I personally have always felt unworthy, like I was a fraud," he confessed.

"Like when people told me I deserve something, it made me feel sneaky. Like, damn, if they only knew my thoughts. How judgmental I am, how selfish I really am… they wouldn't be saying this."

These revelations come at a time when speculation over Bieber's health has been growing. Recently, images of him smoking what appeared to be a joint or bong, along with a hollow-eyed appearance and mismatched outfits, triggered fresh concerns.

However, his representative denied rumors of drug use, stating, "The recurring narrative that Justin is using hard drugs is absolutely not true," and affirmed that the singer is in "one of the best places in his life" and focuses on his family.

Despite the swirling rumors, Justin and his wife Hailey, who share their son Jack, have shown a united front. Celebrating Justin's 31st birthday on March 1, the couple shared sweet family moments on Instagram, seemingly brushing off any speculation regarding their relationship.

According to sources close to the singer, Bieber has had a transformative year, ending several close friendships and business relationships that were no longer beneficial. They described ongoing speculation about his appearance and marriage as "exhausting and pitiful," calling out the persistence of "negative, salacious, harmful narratives."

As Bieber continues to navigate his mental health journey, his openness sheds light on the pressures of fame and the importance of addressing emotional well-being, providing a relatable and cautionary tale for his young audience.