Oprah's Super Soul Super Soul Special: Oprah and Tina Fey: Your Life in Focus
Aug 7, 2024
In a captivating conversation, Tina Fey, celebrated actress and writer, shares insights on her WW journey and its transformative effect on her life. She humorously recounts her memorable SNL stint as Sarah Palin and her experiences hosting the Golden Globes. Tina opens up about parenting in the digital age and the importance of boundaries around technology for her daughters. The chat touches on the role of strong female characters in media and redefining beauty, as well as the significance of support networks in navigating fame and life’s challenges.
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Weight Loss That Changed Her Career
- Tina Fey joined WW (Weight Watchers) in New York with Paula Pell and lost about 30 pounds that largely stayed off.
- She credits the program with changing her life and career choices, enabling TV opportunities.
Community Over Toxic Social Media
- Tina Fey values community support platforms like WW Connect as emotionally replenishing and non-toxic.
- She uses it to encourage others and feels refilled instead of engaging in hostile public platforms.
Let The Next Phase Find You
- Tina defines her current phase as a "reboot": listening, being present, and waiting for new direction.
- She advises letting the next thing reveal itself rather than forcing plans.