Ben Affleck Wants ‘Deeply Committed’ Relationship Amid Sobriety And Depression Battle

Following Ben Affleck’s sobriety “slipup” in October 2019, the actor has been working hard to live a sober and healthy life. However, his struggles with alcohol as well as his battle with depression has caused him to think about what he wants for the future.

In a new interview, the 47-year-old revealed he was dedicated to staying sober and hopeful that he will find someone to share his life with.

During his Friday appearance on “Good Morning America,” Affleck told Diane Sawyer he was optimistic about his future. “I would love to have a relationship that is deeply meaningful, and one to which I could be deeply committed,” he revealed.

“Five years from now, Ben Affleck is sober and happy and sees his kids three-and-a-half days a week and has made three or four movies that are interesting to him. I directed two [movies] that he is hopefully proud of and is in a healthy, stable, loving, committed relationship.”

Along with sharing his high hopes about his love life, Affleck revealed that it is also important for him to take care of his mental health. “I get depressed. I take antidepressants. They are very helpful for me,” he explained.

“I’ve taken them since I was 26 years old, various different kinds, and I switch and try this or that. … Often times, they won’t tell you about some awful side effects, and you come back and say, ‘Why am I 60 pounds heavier?’ And they are like, ‘Oh you gained a little weight.’”

Despite his aspirations, Affleck’s main goal is to be a great father to his three children, Violet, 14, Seraphina, 11, and Samuel, 7.