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Happy Place

Ruby Wax

Aug 28, 2023
Comedian and best-selling author Ruby Wax opens up about repeating negative patterns, coping with depression, and the importance of allowing people to be multi-faceted humans. They also delve into their wild experiences, Ruby's book 'I'm Not As Well As I Thought I Was,' her time in a mental health clinic, and the toxic relationship with fame. The impact of Frazzled Cafes, different therapies, and finding balance are also discussed.
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  • Ruby Wax found that participating in a 30-day silent retreat provided a sense of safety and allowed her to confront and transform harmful patterns within herself.
  • Ruby Wax discovered a sense of tranquility and peace 80 feet underwater, embracing her nomadic lifestyle and finding contentment without the need for external validation or a conventional sense of home.

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The Power of Silence and Stillness

One of the main revelations in the podcast episode is the transformative experience Ruby Wax had during a 30-day silent retreat. Initially resistant and skeptical, she eventually found that the silence provided a sense of safety and a break from the constant noise in her mind. As the mind chatter subsided, she experienced moments of stillness and awakeness, a rare and precious state for her. She also learned the importance of self-awareness and identifying harmful patterns within oneself before they can be eliminated.

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