<description>&lt;p&gt;How do you handle negative self-talk?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What helps you overcome self-doubt?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today, Jay sits down with Grammy Award-winning artist Alicia Keys as she shares her journey of self-discovery, resilience, and holistic living. Alicia founded &lt;a href="https://www.keyssoulcare.com/"&gt;Keys SoulCare&lt;/a&gt;, a skincare line emphasizing holistic well-being, and is a co-founder of the initiative She Is the Music, advocating for gender equality in the music industry. The conversation sheds light into Alicia's evolution from a young girl with dreams to an icon balancing a multifaceted career. Jay and Alicia discuss the highs and lows of fame, navigating self-doubt, and the pressures of public life, providing listeners with valuable insights on managing stress and fostering a positive self-image.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Alicia reflects on her childhood fears and the challenges of finding self-worth, candidly revealing how these experiences shaped her. She emphasizes the importance of staying grounded through practices like affirmations, journaling, and mindful rituals—habits that help her stay true to herself amid a whirlwind career. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Jay and Alicia then talk about the beauty of affirmations and the importance of letting go of perfectionism, a journey that led Alicia to adopt a more holistic approach to life. In her partnership with husband Swizz Beatz, she finds a harmonious balance of "flow" and "design," where they support each other's growth and freedom. This dynamic extends to their parenting style, where they teach their children gratitude and self-acceptance while instilling a sense of humility and grace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In this interview, you'll learn:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Embrace Your True Self&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Overcome Self-Doubt and Fear&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Find Confidence Within Yourself&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Turn Negative Thoughts into Positivity&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Discover Your Inner Strength&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Set Boundaries for Self-Care&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Be Kind to Yourself&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How to Trust Your Own Choices&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The journey through self-doubt, fears, and external pressures highlights the importance of staying grounded, trusting intuition, and letting go of the need to seek others' approval. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With Love and Gratitude,&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Jay Shetty&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What We Discuss:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;00:00 Intro&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;03:54 What Would You Say to Your Younger Self?&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;05:34 When You Have the Need to Protect Yourself&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;09:02 From Being Doubtful to Becoming Curious&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;13:43 What Is Your Affirmation Today?&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;15:30 Stop Being Mean to Yourself&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;19:06 Finding the Will to Love Your Own Skin&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;26:49 Spend More Time with Yourself&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;32:14 The Gifts and the Gaps&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;36:19 What Have You Learned From Your Partner?&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;38:06 Having Healthy Conflict in Your Relationship&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;45:53 Finding Balance Between Control and Flow&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;47:51 The Love for Crystals&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;51:32 Losing the Ability to Trust Yourself&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;57:15 What Are Your Go-To Rituals to Feel Better?&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;01:00:08 Teach Your Children to Practice Gratitude&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;01:03:45 Allow Other People to Speak and Just Listen&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;01:05:22 Creating Safe Space for Children&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;01:09:35 Hell’s Kitchen on Broadway&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;01:15:19 Be Clear with Your Vision&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;01:22:12 How Have You Protected Yourself from Fame and Success?&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;01:26:32 Alicia in Final Five&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Episode Resources:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;Alicia Keys | &lt;a href="https://www.aliciakeys.com/"&gt;Website&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;Alicia Keys | &lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK5X3f0fxO4YnVKVZP8p6hg"&gt;YouTube&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;Alicia Keys | &lt;a href="https://www.instagram.com/aliciakeys"&gt;Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;Alicia Keys | &lt;a href="https://www.facebook.com/aliciakeys/"&gt;Facebook&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li aria-level="1"&gt;Alicia Keys | &lt;a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aliciakeys"&gt;TikTok&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;See &lt;a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener"&gt;omnystudio.com/listener&lt;/a&gt; for privacy information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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Alicia Keys: 5 Ways to Overcome Self Doubt & Build Confidence Within

NOV 11, 202492 MIN
On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Alicia Keys: 5 Ways to Overcome Self Doubt & Build Confidence Within

NOV 11, 202492 MIN

Description

How do you handle negative self-talk?

What helps you overcome self-doubt?

Today, Jay sits down with Grammy Award-winning artist Alicia Keys as she shares her journey of self-discovery, resilience, and holistic living. Alicia founded Keys SoulCare, a skincare line emphasizing holistic well-being, and is a co-founder of the initiative She Is the Music, advocating for gender equality in the music industry. The conversation sheds light into Alicia's evolution from a young girl with dreams to an icon balancing a multifaceted career. Jay and Alicia discuss the highs and lows of fame, navigating self-doubt, and the pressures of public life, providing listeners with valuable insights on managing stress and fostering a positive self-image.

Alicia reflects on her childhood fears and the challenges of finding self-worth, candidly revealing how these experiences shaped her. She emphasizes the importance of staying grounded through practices like affirmations, journaling, and mindful rituals—habits that help her stay true to herself amid a whirlwind career. 

Jay and Alicia then talk about the beauty of affirmations and the importance of letting go of perfectionism, a journey that led Alicia to adopt a more holistic approach to life. In her partnership with husband Swizz Beatz, she finds a harmonious balance of "flow" and "design," where they support each other's growth and freedom. This dynamic extends to their parenting style, where they teach their children gratitude and self-acceptance while instilling a sense of humility and grace.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Embrace Your True Self

How to Overcome Self-Doubt and Fear

How to Find Confidence Within Yourself

How to Turn Negative Thoughts into Positivity

How to Discover Your Inner Strength

How to Set Boundaries for Self-Care

How to Be Kind to Yourself

How to Trust Your Own Choices

The journey through self-doubt, fears, and external pressures highlights the importance of staying grounded, trusting intuition, and letting go of the need to seek others' approval. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 03:54 What Would You Say to Your Younger Self?
  • 05:34 When You Have the Need to Protect Yourself
  • 09:02 From Being Doubtful to Becoming Curious
  • 13:43 What Is Your Affirmation Today?
  • 15:30 Stop Being Mean to Yourself
  • 19:06 Finding the Will to Love Your Own Skin
  • 26:49 Spend More Time with Yourself
  • 32:14 The Gifts and the Gaps
  • 36:19 What Have You Learned From Your Partner?
  • 38:06 Having Healthy Conflict in Your Relationship
  • 45:53 Finding Balance Between Control and Flow
  • 47:51 The Love for Crystals
  • 51:32 Losing the Ability to Trust Yourself
  • 57:15 What Are Your Go-To Rituals to Feel Better?
  • 01:00:08 Teach Your Children to Practice Gratitude
  • 01:03:45 Allow Other People to Speak and Just Listen
  • 01:05:22 Creating Safe Space for Children
  • 01:09:35 Hell’s Kitchen on Broadway
  • 01:15:19 Be Clear with Your Vision
  • 01:22:12 How Have You Protected Yourself from Fame and Success?
  • 01:26:32 Alicia in Final Five

Episode Resources:

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.