About this episode

Millie Bobby Brown shares her journey of self-discovery and managing anxiety while navigating fame and relationships.

In this deeply personal conversation, Jay and Millie Bobby Brown talk about the process of discovering who she is outside of finding immense fame at a young age. She opens up about the isolation of growing up in the spotlight, the impact of shaving her head as a child, and the three-month long anxiety spiral that led her to Kyoto, Japan. She also reflects on what parenthood means to her, and we learn more about the moment she found out she was becoming a mother. Jay discovers the daily techniques Millie uses to manage her anxiety, and dives into how her and her husband Jake built a strong foundation for their marriage.  In this episode you'll learn:  How to Build Confidence Outside of External Opinions How to Manage Anxiety and Panic Attacks in High Pressure Moments How to Build a Strong Foundation in Relationships  How to Set Healthy Boundaries with Social Media  How to Build and Maintain Loyal, Honest Friendships   How to Approach Adoption and Building a Family   How to Raise Children Deeply Rooted in Confidence This episode is for everyone who needs a reminder that no matter how hard the world gets, you are the creator of your own story…

People in this episode

Host: Jay Shetty

Guest: Millie Bobby Brown

Topics covered

• anxiety management
• self-discovery
• parenthood
• relationships
• social media boundaries
• confidence building

Keywords

• panic attack
• anxiety
• fame
• parenthood
• relationships
• confidence
• social media
• friendships

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Kyoto, Japan

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