episode 210
sophia bush on dismantling perfectionism and releasing shame
the ever-thoughtful actress, activist, and all-around badass sophia bush joins us for this week’s episode of human2human! we dive into the power of discerning friendships, how perfectionism causes more harm than good, and the importance of releasing shame and forgiving yourself for silence.
SONG OF THE EPISODE | next to me by imagine dragons
BOOK OF THE EPISODE | tribes by seth godin
“i decided to change my mentality to think i don't even want to try to be perfect, i just want to commit to being in progress.”
— sophia bush
EPISODE 210 REFLECTION QUESTION
QUESTION | how do you show up for your friends when you are in a hard place in your life?
STACY’S REPLY |
i love this because it’s less of a passive question and truly a deep reflection. i believe showing up for friends in the midst of our worries is a practice. sometimes we won’t get it right. sometimes ego, fear, and pain creep in to feed us narratives that distract us from the wonderful opportunity of service. this is where self-awareness plays a major role. are you making someone else’s moment about you? are you scared to be happy for others because you think it takes something away from you? these are the limiting beliefs and lies that muddle the chance of showing up genuinely and intentionally for others. i learned a long time ago that if i want to get myself off my mind, i need to love on someone else. true friendships are built during highs and lows, so if you are struggling with this reflection, really sit with it. ask yourself what is coming up for you and be willing to investigate the root while knowing your worthiness does not need to be challenged in the process. sending you lots of love friends!
xx
