Super Soul Special: Ali MacGraw: Aging, Love and Sobriety
Aug 30, 2023
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Iconic actress and author, Ali MacGraw, discusses aging with grace, lessons in love from past marriages, and how sobriety enhanced her connection to her soul. The podcast also explores spirituality, the impact of pain and aging on society, setting boundaries, morning rituals, and finding inner peace.
Living an authentic life and embracing one's true self is essential, even for celebrities.
Practicing gratitude, kindness, and cherishing connections with loved ones contribute to inner peace and a meaningful legacy.
Deep dives
Authenticity and Self-Reflection
Ali MacGraw, reflecting on her tumultuous Hollywood years and marriages, emphasizes the importance of living an authentic life. She shares her journey of self-reflection and how she is now focused on being real, kind, and compassionate. MacGraw believes that humility is an essential quality, even for celebrities. She also highlights the dangers of living in a society that lacks reverence for the different stages of life, particularly in Beverly Hills where plastic surgery is prevalent. Ultimately, she encourages individuals to embrace their true selves and reject societal judgments.
Lessons from Relationships and Sobriety
MacGraw discusses her three marriages and how she struggled to be herself within those relationships. She realizes that not being true to herself was her own fault and not her partners'. Through sobriety, she has learned the significance of honesty and the harmful effects of white lies. MacGraw acknowledges how shame played a role in her past behavior and the importance of acknowledging past mistakes. She expresses her deep belief in the connectedness of humanity and the importance of treating all individuals with compassion, regardless of their status or fame.
Gratitude, Loneliness, and Inner Peace
MacGraw shares her practices for finding inner peace, such as expressing gratitude and remaining curious. She values her solitude and finds solace in nature. MacGraw notes that being alone doesn't make her lonely, and she prioritizes her personal time. She also emphasizes the importance of kindness and how it shapes her legacy. While she humbly downplays her own legacy, she acknowledges her dedication to community service and cherishing connections with loved ones. Lastly, MacGraw reveals that she believes in a power beyond humanity but struggles to define God, expressing her deep conviction in a higher power.
In 1994, iconic actress and author Ali MacGraw left Los Angeles and moved to Santa Fe to live her spiritual journey more fully. In a frank conversation, Ali discusses what she's come to know about aging with grace, shares the real-life lessons in love she learned from her marriages to legendary actor Steve McQueen and famed film producer Robert Evans and opens up about how sobriety allowed her to feel more connected to her soul.