The School of Greatness Kerry Washington Opens Up: Mental Health Struggles, Her Spiritual Connection & The Secret That Changed EVERYTHING
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May 7, 2025 
Kerry Washington, acclaimed actress and author, opens up about her recent transformative journey after discovering her sperm donor origins in her forties. She discusses the healing power of therapy, which helped her reframe feelings of inadequacy into strength. Kerry shares how her experiences with an eating disorder led to spiritual growth and emphasizes the importance of commitment in relationships. Her insights offer listeners a blueprint for embracing authenticity and breaking free from limiting beliefs while resonating with the need for mental health awareness.
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Embodied Strength in Shadow Force
- Kerry trained intensely with martial artists for her role in Shadow Force, embodying physical strength she hadn't before.
- This physical training was a manifestation of emotional and spiritual strength she built over years.
Family Secret Revelation
- Kerry Washington learned in her forties she was conceived via sperm donor, a family secret her parents kept hidden.
- This revelation was initially terrifying but ultimately brought healing and closeness in her family.
Therapy Strengthens Marriage
- Invest consciously in your relationship through couples therapy even when things are going well.
- Treat your marriage as a third entity that both partners nurture, rather than a scorecard of give and take.
