Actress and musician Simone Ashley joins Jay for an intimate conversation about navigating sudden global fame, redefining self-worth beyond career expectations, and letting go of societal timelines. Simone details her breakthrough journey from lockdown uncertainties to leading Bridgerton, how her mother taught her to love her skin and embrace cultural identity, and why stepping into music with her debut EP 'Songs I Wrote In New York' allowed her to access a raw, instinctual form of creative expression.
Together, Jay and Simone dive into the crucial distinction between solitude and loneliness, how envy can slowly destroy friendships, and why finding a 'co-creator' in love means choosing someone who makes life simpler rather than more complex. If you're feeling behind in life or searching for the confidence to trust your own timing, this episode offers a heartwarming reminder that your path unfolds exactly when it is meant to.
With Love and Gratitude,Jay Shetty
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What We Discuss:
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:53 How Much Can Shift In Five Years
00:01:30 From Lockdown to Bridgerton: Career Breakthrough
00:05:16 Identity and Confidence as an Indian Actress
00:08:41 Impact of Representation and Personal Reflections
00:12:56 Assessing Past Strengths and Potential Regrets
00:13:37 Comparing School Experiences
00:14:23 Mother's Lesson on Non-Materialism
00:15:35 Defining True Friendship and Overcoming Envy
00:17:34 Women Supporting Each Other Beyond Competition
00:18:40 Loneliness vs Solitude
00:24:26 Desires, Dreams, and Simpler Life Aspirations
00:26:07 How to Manifest Love…
00:28:20 The Power of Honesty in Relationships
00:29:25 This is What Handling Rejection Looks Like
00:32:42 Your Emotional Response to Rejection is OK
00:34:08 Balancing Career Ambition with Personal Relationships
00:34:53 Evolving Partner Values As You Grow
00:36:55 Self-Belief is the Foundation for Success
00:38:02 Dream Projects and Core Personal Values
00:39:19 Creation is the Opposite of Depression
00:40:06 The Songwriting Process and Developing Her Unique Sound
00:42:36 Vulnerability in Music and Overcoming That Fear
00:43:39 Analyzing 'Freeze' and 'Tragic Romantic' Lyrics
00:46:33 The Song 'Free' and Its Emotional Significance
00:49:39 Finding the Art Form That Perfectly Aligns with Your Soul
00:52:10 Would-You-Rather Dating Game
00:56:42 Aging, Timelines, and Comparing Life Paths
01:02:41 The Most Painful Lesson She Learned From This Rejection
01:05:40 What Are Sliding-Door Moments?
01:05:26 Don’t Feel Bad For Being Desperate
01:07:10 Questioning Answers and The Biggest Pressure in Her 30’s
01:10:08 Dreaming of An Escape and What That Really Means
01:13:00 The Perspective Shift That Changed Everything
01:14:33 Simone on Final Five
Episode Resources:
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Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/artist/simoneashley
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