India, Oct. 17 -- After seven years in Bollywood, Sara Ali Khan says she no longer believes in putting up a strong front while dealing with the "intense" pressures of the industry. "I've always believed that strength isn't about bottling up your emotions, it's about having the courage to acknowledge them," says the actor, who is currently filming the sequel for Pati, Patni Aur Woh. Despite being the daughter of actors Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh, Sara admits that there was a time when she felt bogged down by the demands of the industry. "There was a time I was overwhelmed; everything piled up at once, mentally and emotionally," the 30-year-old says, adding, "In this industry, it's easy to feel like you have to handle everything on your own to be strong. But I've realised that it's okay to ask for help, and slow down without feeling guilty." Sara, who was most recently seen in Metro... In Dino, recalls, "In that phase, I realised how important the little things are, such as spending time with mum or watching something that makes me laugh; those small acts helped me come back to myself." Emphasising the importance of self-care, the actor notes how going to therapy helped her deal with the overwhelm. "Mental health support isn't a sign of weakness, but a tool for self-awareness, and making sure you're truly okay," Sara says. "Sometimes it's just making time to breathe, to move your body, to cry if you need to, or to rest without feeling guilty. Those moments helped me process what I was feeling and reminded me that I'm stronger than I think. I've learned that you don't have to have it all together all the time, just showing up for yourself is enough," she ends....