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Oct 2023
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Do you want to transform shame into self acceptance? 

Do you want to learn how to forgive in order to heal?

Today, Jay sits down for an extremely powerful, vulnerable and transformative conversation with Jada Pinkett Smith. Jada is an actress, producer, musician, host, author and advocate whose career has spanned over 30 years. Jada is also one of the hosts, on the Emmy award-winning talk show titled Red Table Talk. Today we are talking about Jada’s new book is out now called “Worthy” 

Jada fearlessly shares insights into her marriage, shedding light on never-before-heard truths, including the 2022 Oscar's incident. We also explore the notion that our relationships serve as mirrors, reflecting our inner selves, and delve into the transformative power of embracing greater love to conquer life's challenges.

In this interview you’ll learn: 

How to let go of the old version of you 

Why self love is so important

How to remain courageous in adversities 

How to turn shame into self acceptance

How to overcome your past and thrive

With Love and Gratitude, 

Jay Shetty 

In this interview, we’ll discuss:

02:48 Jada On How Writing Her New Book Was A Healing Process 

09:48 On Growing Up With Young Parents Who Struggled With Addiction 

14:31 “I wasn’t a priority… I felt unlovable” 

20:40 *Trigger warning* Jada On Struggling With Suicidal Thoughts 

32:11 Jada On Her Journey To Hollywood & Facing Disappointment 

39:32 On Her Friendship with Tupac Shakur 

42:59 The Difference Between Sexual Chemistry & Energetic Connection 

52:54 A Realistic Approach To Love & Marriage 

01:03:53 The Complicated Timeline of Jada and Will Smith’s Marriage

01:11:27 On Self-worth & Self-love 

01:13:49 Jada Speaks About Jaden and Willow Smith including a *Surprise Letter From Willow*

01:23:58 It’s Important To Show Your Flaws & Humanness To Your Children 

01:42:00 Friendship Built On Healing & Personal Growth 

01:45:50 Be Okay With Your Victories & Your Challenges 

01:49:52 How Jada & Will Are Healing Together 

01:52:19 Why Jada and Will’s Marriage Hasn’t Ended In A Divorce? 

01:59:09 Romantic Love Is An Aspect Of The Highest Form Of Relationships 

02:02:57 Letting Go Of The Romantic Love 

02:07:13 Marriage Is A Partnership That Works For Both Partners 

02:15:23 Despite Living Separate Lives There Is A Strong Bond 

02:19:52 *Surprise Moment* Jay Reads A Letter From Will 

02:22:59 Married Young With Different Needs & Visions For The Family 

02:29:11 The Fear Of Embracing Our Humanness

You can purchase Jada’s book here https://ourworthyjourney.com/

Episode Resources:

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Jada Pinkett Smith | Tiktok

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Jada Pinkett Smith | Website 

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