Alive with Steve Burns Keeping It Unapologetically Real with Jamie Lee Curtis
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Sep 17, 2025 
Join the award-winning actress and author Jamie Lee Curtis as she shares her insights on authenticity in a world driven by curated identities. Jamie discusses how sobriety has helped her embrace her true self and navigate the conflict of opinions in today's political landscape. She dives into the art of filmmaking, illuminated by her work in 'Everything Everywhere All at Once,' and reflects on the significance of her children's books. Together with Steve, they explore the value of attention and the beauty of imperfection in being human.
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Many Versions Of The Self
- Jamie Lee Curtis explains modern selves are curated versions shaped by contexts like family, work, and online life.
- She questions which version is the "real" self and describes constant self-editing to meet expectations.
Be Where Your Feet Are
- "Be where your feet are" is a recovery and mindfulness prompt Jamie uses to stay present in moments of calm and gratitude.
- Practice small pauses and notice nature to center yourself amid distraction.
Attention Is Currency Online
- Steve and Jamie observe online platforms prioritize conflict and attention over calm human connection.
- This optimization steals attention and makes authentic human exchange rarer.
