The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Moment 24 - Mary Portas on Finding Your Truth When You’re Feeling Lost
Sep 23, 2021
This segment features Mary Portas, the 'Queen of the High Street,' who shares her candid journey of self-discovery. She reflects on a time when her immense success left her feeling empty and disconnected. Mary discusses a transformative wellness retreat that sparked her quest for truth, emphasizing the struggle of balancing societal expectations with genuine self-acceptance. With personal anecdotes, she champions the importance of embracing one's individuality and living authentically in a world that often promotes conformity.
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Burnout and Lack of Joy
- At 48, despite career success, Mary Portas experienced daily crying spells due to exhaustion.
- She was constantly busy with TV, radio, her business, and kids but felt a lack of joy.
Spa Retreat Breakdown
- Mary Portas describes attending a luxurious spa retreat seeking self-discovery.
- Overwhelmed, she cried during a yoga session, feeling disconnected from herself.
Discovering *A New Earth*
- At the spa, Mary Portas encountered an Indian guru and was drawn to Eckhart Tolle's book A New Earth.
- The guru affirmed her choice, and reading the book initiated her journey of self-discovery.
