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Published Apr 15, 2019

Maisie Williams: Be Your Own Hero with Lewis Howes

Maisie Williams shares her personal journey of confronting anxiety, embracing self-love, and redefining success, revealing how she overcame self-hatred and prioritized personal fulfillment. She also delves into her creative endeavors, highlighting the power of collaboration through her platform, Daisy, and the importance of nurturing one's unique traits.
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  • Self-Discovery

    shares her journey of self-discovery, revealing how she struggled with self-worth despite her success. She describes a period in her life where negative thoughts overwhelmed her, leading to self-hatred and punishment for her achievements 1. This internal battle reached a turning point when she realized the need for inner peace rather than external validation. Maisie reflects on a pivotal relationship that highlighted her unresolved issues and the importance of self-reflection:

    I couldn't love him properly, and in turn, I didn't love myself, and he couldn't love me properly.

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    Through this experience, she embarked on a path of healing and self-discovery, learning to ask herself the right questions and seek internal answers 2.

       

    Overcoming Hatred

    Overcoming self-hatred was a significant milestone for , as she learned to embrace self-love and care. She recounts how medication numbed her emotions during pivotal moments, such as the final season celebration of Game of Thrones, leaving her feeling detached 3. Maisie emphasizes the importance of self-care and setting boundaries, realizing that saying no to others and prioritizing her well-being was crucial for her mental health. She shares a transformative moment with her friend Sophie Turner, which marked her progress:

    I'm making progress because I feel good. Even though I'm terrified, I feel better.

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    This journey taught her the value of self-compassion and the need to address personal issues head-on 4.

       

    Perspective Shift

    Shifting her perspective allowed to find peace and contentment by questioning her internal narratives. She realized that punishing herself for her success was unfounded and began to understand her family's pride and support 5. This shift in mindset led her to embrace new possibilities and explore her creativity without limits. Maisie reflects on her mother's influence, who taught her to never limit her capabilities, inspiring her to pursue a life full of exploration and creativity:

    According to my mom, I can rule the world.

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    With this newfound perspective, Maisie is excited about the future and eager to embrace all that life has to offer 6.

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