"As somebody who regularly experiences depression, I try not to focus on things that are necessarily reality-based," Danielson said.

"The American Dragon" clarified that dealing with depression has affected his day-to-day personal life but never compromised his in-ring work. "I never experience depression when I'm out in the ring — ever. And it usually won't come back well into the next day, because wrestling matches happen late at night, and after that, you're just exhausted and get to bed."

Danielson's struggles with mental health were well-documented during his appearance on "Total Bellas" alongside his wife, Brie Garcia. In subsequent years, the legendary wrestler opened up abouthow his battles affected his family life, causing him to nearly check into amental health facility at one point.

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