For Selena Gomez, savoring life's joyous moments can be a daunting task. The star of *Only Murders in the Building*—and a longstanding advocate for mental health—opened up about her unexpected reaction to marrying Benny Blanco, shedding light on how her anxieties occasionally overshadow her outlook. "I got married, and then I found myself sobbing," Selena revealed at Fortune's Most Powerful Women conference on October 15th, "because I thought, 'Oh my gosh, I'm going to die the next day.'"
The founder of Rare Beauty elaborated that whenever something wonderful unfolds in her life, she anticipates that "something terrible" might follow. "Instead of fully embracing the moment and thinking, 'Wow, we've accomplished something amazing,' which I do acknowledge, I'm always plagued by thoughts like, 'But this could all vanish tomorrow. How can I ensure it doesn't?'" the 33-year-old shared. "I can get so consumed by that fear that I miss out on enjoying the present. And I'd say that's my biggest internal struggle, especially when beautiful things are happening."
Selena and Benny tied the knot on September 27th in a heartfelt California ceremony surrounded by their loved ones. Just days later, the *Wizards of Waverly Place* alum reflected on their "joyful moment" in a heartfelt message to her fans. "As I embark on one of the most extraordinary chapters of my life, I can't help but think of you—my incredible friends who have stood by me through every twist, turn, and milestone," she penned on Instagram on October 2nd. "From my early days on screen to the songs we've shared, and now to this fresh beginning, your unwavering love and support have meant the world to me—far more than I could ever express."
Selena has also recently voiced a renewed sense of optimism for future positive milestones, including the prospect of starting a family with Benny, despite previously noting health challenges that would prevent her from carrying a pregnancy. "Alex Russo is a mommy," the *Love You Like a Love Song* singer mused over an Instagram clip from the sequel series *Wizards Beyond Waverly Place* on October 9th. "Hopefully, one day, that'll be me too."
