It’s hard living your life in the public eye especially for a parent like Christina Anstead.

Therecently separatedmom of three is under the microscope constantly, and it can’t be easy.

The HGTV star responded to recent criticism in anInstagrampost.

Christina Anstead

She began her lengthy and heartfelt message by echoing what most of us have been feeling in 2020.

“This year has been incredibly isolating.

Activities like church, travel, dinner, movies, sports canceled.

Christina Anstead

She added, “So many changes for so many people.

So despite what you see on Instagram most people are struggling.”

“I’ve been guilty of faking it too.

Christina Anstead

We are all struggling some of us are just better at ‘masking’ it.”

One commenter said, “Focus on the people that love and admire you!

Your [sic] amazing, beautiful, strong, independent and real!!

Misery loves company ignore the haters!!”

Anstead’s social media followers also resoundingly voiced their appreciation for the reality star being, well, real.

One complimented Anstead, saying, “Real talk.

I appreciate it.”