The School of Greatness Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals All: Family, Relationships, Loss & Light
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Oct 15, 2023 Jada Pinkett Smith, an acclaimed actress and talk show host known for 'Red Table Talk,' opens up about her brutally honest memoir, 'Worthy.' She shares personal struggles with depression and the journey to self-acceptance, highlighting the importance of establishing healthy boundaries in relationships. Jada discusses transformative experiences, including her exploration of plant medicine, and the battle for self-worth amid public scrutiny. Her reflections emphasize resilience and the need for internal validation over external approval.
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Jada's Suicidal Thoughts at 40
- Jada reveals that at 40, she contemplated suicide and planned to drive off a cliff due to her deep depression and lack of vision for her future.
- This was a difficult period for her, despite external successes, as she struggled with suicidal thoughts and felt like she had no purpose beyond 40.
Jada's Children as a Source of Strength
- Jada attributes her ability to persevere through her dark times to her children.
- They provided her with a sense of purpose and kept her going when she felt like giving up.
Jada's Spiritual Journey
- Despite exploring various spiritual practices and religions, Jada didn't feel a genuine connection with a higher power until her 40s.
- She realized that intellectual understanding differed from a true spiritual connection, emphasizing the importance of personal experience over knowledge.
