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Nov 4, 2025 Maya Hawke, an actor and musician known for her roles in 'Stranger Things' and 'Little Women,' shares her journey on navigating anxiety while portraying her character in 'Inside Out 2.' She reflects on her unique upbringing in New York City, filled with adventures, independence, and artistic discovery. Maya discusses her fears of harmonizing in music, her dream collaborators like Joni Mitchell, and the emotional lessons she learned from wrapping up 'Stranger Things.' It's a captivating conversation about balancing creativity and self-exploration.
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Invite Anxiety Into Conversation
- Maya Hawke learned to soothe anxiety by inviting it into conversation and addressing its worries directly.
- She likens calming anxiety to offering it a "comfy chair" rather than shutting it out.
City Life Expands Identity Options
- Growing up in NYC exposed Maya to diverse people and institutions that expanded her identity options.
- She credits museums and public spaces for allowing experimentation and self-discovery.
Subway Runs For Marlboro Golds
- In high school Maya skipped classes and took the subway to bum Marlboro Golds in the East Village so she could feel grown-up.
- She describes that cigarette-run as a formative, mischievous independence moment.
