Demi Lovato has always been very vocal when it comes to thestruggles, like an eating disorder and self-injury, she’s dealt with in thepast. While appearing on Good Morning America on Friday, she addressed not herissues per say, but WHY she’s been so open about her journey to recovery.

“I don’t think it does anybody any good to just hidesomething or cover it up or lie,” Demi said. “The reason why I did it isbecause that’s what being a role model is about. It’s not about being perfect.It’s about speaking about your issues and inspiring others to get help.”

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She continued, “I wanted to make sure that I shared my storywith people so I can either help prevent them from going through the samethings I did or help them get help.”

Besides chatting about what a great role model she is, Demitook the stage to rock out for all her NYC Lovatics! Check out her performancesbelow!

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What do you think about Demi being so open about her paststruggles? Would you do the same?