Thoughts About Feelings with Blair Imani and Mychal Threets Online safety, child actors, and self care with Alyson Stoner | Thoughts About Feelings S2 Ep 4
Dec 6, 2025
Alyson Stoner, an accomplished actor, dancer, and author of "Semi-Well Adjusted Despite Literally Everything," shares her journey from child performer to advocate. She opens up about the emotional toll of childhood fame and discusses the importance of online safety for kids. The conversation delves into practical steps for protecting children's privacy and digital literacy. Alyson also reflects on her mental health experiences, the vulnerability of her writing, and the balance between support and independence in relationships.
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Recognize Your Energy As A Resource
- Alyson Stoner says burnout hit after nonstop work and she now recognizes her body has a "battery percentage."
- She balances pride in creative work with the practical need to protect limited energy for long-term health.
From Child Actor To Documentary Lover
- Alyson Stoner rarely watches fiction TV and instead craves documentaries after growing up on sets.
- She prefers nonfiction to understand real events and to figure out how to change outcomes.
Push For Clear Child-Protection Laws
- Use precise language and policy to protect children who are shared online, not just 'influencers.'
- Support laws that cover any child whose life story is posted and separate consumer vs. producer protections.