She has spoken candidly about how constant scrutiny and "mean paragraphs" of comments led to anxiety and depression, necessitating a complete withdrawal from apps like Instagram.
Long-time fans may recall her song "Stop & Erase" (2009) with Selena Gomez & The Scene, which focuses on standing up to bullies—a theme that has remained central to her public persona for over a decade.
Beyond her own habits, she uses her platform to advocate for change:
In February 2023, she announced a break during a viral TikTok "feud" involving Hailey Bieber and Kylie Jenner, stating she was "too old for this" at age 30.
The phrase typically refers to her frequent, high-profile breaks from social media or her recurring calls to "stop" specific behaviors like body shaming or online harassment. 🛑 Recurring Social Media "Stops"
Watch these clips to see Selena's most memorable social media 'stop' announcements and her early music on the topic: Why Selena Gomez Is Taking a BREAK From Social Media YouTube · Entertainment Tonight
In early 2026, music videos like "Can't Stop Loving You" (a collaboration with Benny Blanco) circulated, continuing her trend of emotional, synth-pop releases.