Serena Kerrigan - Confidence, Therapy, & Not Caring What People Think
Jul 2, 2019
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Serena Kerrigan, Refinery 29 host and shameless confidence advocate, shares her journey to developing confidence, the benefits of therapy, and the importance of self-love. She discusses overcoming insecurities, the creation of a confident persona on Instagram, and the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive friends. Kerrigan reflects on owning up to mistakes, embracing discomfort for growth, and the need to change the conversation around body image. Lastly, she emphasizes the impact of self-love and being happy alone.
Confidence is a choice that comes from within and should not be dependent on others' validation.
The societal pressures on body image should be challenged, and beauty should be redefined beyond superficial standards.
Surrounding oneself with a supportive tribe and focusing on personal growth are key to developing confidence and dealing with criticism.
Deep dives
Importance of Self-Love and Confidence
The speaker emphasizes the significance of finding confidence and loving oneself. They share personal experiences of feeling insecure and seeking validation from others, particularly in the dating scene. They discuss the journey of discovering self-confidence and embracing their true self, highlighting the importance of positive affirmations, surrounding oneself with a supportive tribe, and realizing that confidence is a choice. They encourage listeners to pursue what they love and not fear failure or judgment from others, emphasizing that life is too short to live without self-love.
Challenging Societal Standards and Body Image
The speaker discusses the societal pressures and toxic standards placed on body image, especially for young girls. They urge for a change in the conversation and the need to redefine beauty outside of the superficial standards. They highlight the importance of having a healthy relationship with food and embracing one's own body, rather than comparing themselves to others. The speaker shares personal experiences of feeling insecure about her body and seeking validation through male attention, but acknowledges that true confidence comes from within and that everyone is unique and beautiful in their own way.
Overcoming Insecurities and Dealing with Haters
The speaker shares experiences of facing insecurities and dealing with criticism from haters. They stress the importance of having a support system of friends who uplift and reassure them. They also emphasize the need to focus on oneself, love oneself, and reject validation from others. They acknowledge that not everyone will like them, but that their self-worth is not determined by others' opinions. The speaker encourages listeners to own up to their mistakes, be willing to learn and grow, and strive to be the best version of themselves.
Pursuing What You Love and Choosing Confidence
The speaker advocates for pursuing one's passions and doing what they love in life. They emphasize that confidence is a choice and that life is too short to settle for something that doesn't bring fulfillment. They share personal examples of their career path and the importance of agency, proactive action, and embracing imperfections. The speaker encourages listeners to be active in their pursuit of happiness and success, to overcome fear of failure, and to focus on creating a life that brings them joy and fulfillment.
The Power of Positive Affirmations and Being Real
The speaker highlights the power of positive affirmations and being authentic. They discuss the importance of embracing imperfections and being raw and real on social media. They share personal experiences of posting about mental health struggles, body image issues, and insecurities, and the positive response they received. The speaker emphasizes the need to change the conversation around self-image and mental health, and to create a supportive and encouraging environment for girls and women. They encourage listeners to embrace their truth and share their authentic selves with the world.
Refinery 29 host and shameless confidence advocate, Serena Kerrigan, joins Victoria to share how she developed her "DO ME" mentality, and why she believes everyone needs therapy.
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