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Happy Place

Jonathan Van Ness

Nov 18, 2019
Jonathan Van Ness, star of Netflix hit Queer Eye and web series Gay Of Thrones, talks about his journey with HIV, therapy for addiction, and his dream of creating a cat hotel. The podcast also highlights the impact of Queer Eye, the power of cleanliness, the importance of self-talk and self-love, and methods for stress management and alleviating shame.
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Quick takeaways

  • Self-love and self-acceptance are crucial for finding happiness and healing.
  • Embrace new paths and opportunities to find purpose and fulfillment.

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Jonathan Van Ness's journey of finding purpose and contentment

Jonathan Van Ness, known for his role in Queer Eye, shares his personal journey of finding contentment regardless of the challenges he has faced. He discusses his battles with drugs, his experience as an HIV positive individual, and his campaign to destigmatize HIV. Van Ness expresses his passion for cats and his desire to create a community around cat-related activities. He also emphasizes the importance of self-love and having a sense of purpose, highlighting the value of therapy in his own healing process.

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