We Can Do Hard Things Melissa McCarthy: Sex, Nuns & Ghosts (Best Of)
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Dec 4, 2024 Melissa McCarthy, an award-winning actor and producer known for hits like Bridesmaids and Ghostbusters, chats about her journey from dreams to success. She shares her parents' pivotal support that shaped her career. Melissa reveals the green and red flags she teaches her kids in relationships and explains her strategy of 'Running Around the Block' in tough situations. The conversation takes a spooky turn as she discusses personal ghostly encounters and candidly reflects on how she approaches sex education with her children.
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Catholic School Reflections
- Melissa McCarthy questioned Catholic teachings as a child, leading to visits to the principal's office.
- She disliked the nuns' subservience to priests and questioned the concept of one true religion.
The Shark and the Steady
- Melissa McCarthy describes herself as a "shark" who must keep moving, constantly doing and fixing things.
- Her husband, Ben Falcone, provides a calming counterpoint to her energetic nature.
Run Around the Block
- Develop the skill of "running around the block," pausing before reacting to difficult situations.
- This allows for a calmer, more measured response instead of immediate, impulsive action.