Life is Short with Justin Long Jameela Jamil 😒
Dec 10, 2019
Jameela Jamil, star of The Good Place and champion of body positivity, shares her vibrant journey with Justin. They dive into her activism, discussing the complexities of social media and the impact of beauty standards on women. Jameela humorously recalls a vacation gone wrong and her unexpected connection to James Blake. They also explore the importance of authenticity in the entertainment industry, as well as the power of humor and resilience in healing from trauma. Their dynamic leaves plenty of laughs intertwined with poignant insights.
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Jeepers Creepers Trauma
- Jameela Jamil shared how the film Jeepers Creepers traumatized her for life.
- She fears the demon from the movie appears outside her window nightly, showing deep lasting impact.
Power of Unapologetic Activism
- Jameela Jamil embraces being outspoken despite public backlash, especially as a woman of color.
- She combats shame by persistently defending causes without concern over popularity.
Healing Trauma with EMDR Therapy
- EMDR therapy helps reorganize irrational trauma-based thoughts in the brain.
- Try EMDR to rapidly reduce trauma's impact and regain mental clarity.