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At just 11 years old, Candace Cameron Bure won our hearts as D.J. Tanner on Full House, and for the past 37 years, she's continued to delight millions with her feel-good movies and unflappable faith. But her journey hasn't always been easy. Here, Candace opens up about her battle with depression and how she finds hope

- Bonnie Siegler

Candace Cameron Bure is rarely ever seen without her megawatt smile, but that doesn’t mean she hasn’t faced her share of struggles. “Depression has been something on and off in my life,” she tells Woman’s World, a fact she recently opened up about on her Candace Cameron Bure Podcast.

“I shared about it during the episode on sadness,” the beloved Great American Family star explains. “It’s been surprising to talk about my experiences, but also liberating. Hearing feedback from people thanking me for sharing encourages me most.”

That openheartedness is something the 48-year-old mom of three is focusing on for the holiday season. “I celebrate all of November and December!” she shares. Read on for Candace’s secrets to meeting each day with confidence and a happy heart.

Don’t miss Candace’s new GAF holiday movies!

As part of Great American Family (GAF) Channel’s anticipated Great American Christmas 2024 lineup, Candace will first star in A Christmas Less Traveled (airing November 16) as diner owner Desi who embarks on an inspiring holiday road trip. Then don’t miss Candace in Home Sweet Christmas (premiering December 1) as Sophie Marlow, an attorney who retraces her childhood, and meets up with her long-lost childhood friend. For more information, visit GreatAmericanFamily.​com.