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human2human is a space to reimagine interpersonal relationships with others and ultimately ourselves. Created by Stacy Ike, a recovering perfectionist on a deep quest to live more spiritually, healthy and free, she connects to the hearts of some of your favorite celebrities, thought leaders, and tastemakers in an honest, curious, and thoughtfully critical way — largely holding up a mirror for herself, her guests, and the audience to dive into a brave space of self-reflection, healing and human connection, one conversation at a time.
Jay Ellis On Balancing Dreams, Delusion and Reality
human2human with Stacy Ike
59 minutes
8 months ago
Jay Ellis On Balancing Dreams, Delusion and Reality
This week’s episode of human2human with Stacy Ike features actor and new author Jay Ellis. Stacy and Jay dive into an honest conversation about disappointment, balancing dreams with reality and the self-discovery that comes with any creative process. Jay opens up about writing his first book while managing personal experiences and the lessons he's learned about self-forgiveness.
SHOW NOTES | KEY TAKEAWAYS:
00:00 Navigating Disappointment and Expectations
03:13 The Dynamics of Family and Creative Partnerships
06:03 Growing Up: Opinions and Self-Discovery
08:48 The Journey of Vulnerability and Learning
11:59 Reframing Disappointment and Goal Setting
15:04 The Process of Writing and Life's Interruptions
18:01 Balancing Dreams and Reality
20:53 Forgiveness and Being Present
25:47 The Importance of Being Present
28:09 Challenges of Touring and Performance
30:35 Parenting Perspectives and Personal Growth
34:51 Understanding Friendships and Male Bonds
39:59 The Power of Saying No
41:43 Navigating Public Perception and Identity
46:11 Learning About Love and Human Experience
49:31 Curiosity and Cultural Understanding
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CREDITS:
Executive Producer & Host: Stacy Ike
Associate Producer: Tiffany Ike
Videographer: Damola Ajanaku
Audio Engineer: Tori McJunkin
Editor: Kea Bradley
Research: Emma Jackson
Graphics: Danielle Onwuka
Theme Music: Pieces by “After The Fall"
Music released by: Chill Out Records
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human2human with Stacy Ike
human2human is a space to reimagine interpersonal relationships with others and ultimately ourselves. Created by Stacy Ike, a recovering perfectionist on a deep quest to live more spiritually, healthy and free, she connects to the hearts of some of your favorite celebrities, thought leaders, and tastemakers in an honest, curious, and thoughtfully critical way — largely holding up a mirror for herself, her guests, and the audience to dive into a brave space of self-reflection, healing and human connection, one conversation at a time.
