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Mar 2024
1h 14m

Suleika Jaouad- The Conversation Intervi...

Amanda de Cadenet
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Here are some key moments from this episode:

Grammys and Remote Acceptance (00:02:23) Discussion about the Grammys and a humorous anecdote about remote acceptance mix-up.

Discovering Each Other's Work (00:04:28) A conversation about how they discovered each other's work and the impact of shared experiences.

Creation of Isolation Journals (00:05:39) A discussion about the creation and evolution of the Isolation Journals and its impact on the community.

Finding Small Joys (00:09:40) The significance of finding and sharing small joys during difficult times.

Acceptance and Self-Discovery (00:14:02) A conversation about acceptance, vulnerability, and self-discovery in the face of life-altering experiences.

The Power of Shared Experiences (00:18:26) Reflections on the transformative power of shared experiences and the importance of being present.

Embracing Solitude and Self-Acceptance (00:22:06) Discussion about the gift of solitude and self-acceptance in challenging times.

Deepening Knowledge of Self (00:24:56) Reflections on the deepening knowledge of self and the challenge of holding onto faith and self-assurance.

Facing the Fear (00:26:01) Suleika discusses the fear of cancer recurrence and its impact on her life, relationships, and future plans.

Confronting Fears (00:28:47) Sulieka shares her experience of confronting fears and finding hidden stores of strength, emphasizing the transformative power of acceptance and self-discovery.

Creative Workarounds (00:30:05) Sulieka describes how journaling and creative expressions helped her remind herself of resilience and stay focused during challenging times.

Sharing the Process (00:31:35) Amanda acknowledges the value of sharing the process of personal journeys, offering vulnerability as a roadmap for others.

Creative Process (00:33:35) Discussing the importance of the creative process and the decision to make the film "American Symphony."

Navigating Uncertainty (00:36:47) Suleika reflects on the uncertainty of her diagnosis and the shift in perspective from living every day as if it's the last to living with curiosity and wonder.

Strength in Relationship (00:49:24) Suleika shares her surprise and newfound appreciation for the strength and depth of her relationship in the face of extreme stressors.

Couples Therapy (00:52:29) Suleika discusses the importance of couples therapy and finding ways to stay connected, emphasizing the value of support and maintenance in relationships.

Balancing Personal and Professional Life (00:53:04) Discussion on maintaining privacy, cherishing time together, and respecting each other's creative practices.

Maintaining Connection during Tours (00:54:24) Strategies for staying connected during long tours, including the two-week rule and utilizing technology like FaceTime.

Navigating Feelings of Jealousy (00:57:26) Exploring feelings of jealousy and the impact of being apart during significant life events.

Building a Supportive Community (01:00:30) The importance of fostering a supportive community and the role of chosen family in resilience.

Navigating Absence and Loss (01:03:31) Personal experiences of dealing with absence and loss, and the value of showing up for others during difficult times.

Acceptance and Compassion (01:07:05) Embracing acceptance and compassion for others' limitations in facing mortality and navigating grief.

Creativity in Unstructured Time (01:10:28) Exploration of creative projects during unstructured time and the generative power of open curiosity.

Prioritizing Unstructured Time (01:12:11) The significance of unstructured time for nurturing creativity and the need to prioritize it in a busy world.

Mentorship and Artistic Exploration (01:16:41) Discussion on mentorship, artistic exploration, and the potential for a concierge workshop in Japan.

More from Suleika:

Between Two Kingdoms

The Isolation Journals



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