On Purpose with Jay Shetty Corinne Foxx ON: Coping With Anxiety & Being Kind Even When Life Isn’t
Jan 31, 2022
Corinne Foxx, an actress, producer, and mental health advocate, joins Jay Shetty to discuss her journey with anxiety, diagnosed at 14. She shares how coaching and therapy were pivotal in her healing. Corinne highlights the importance of community support and her volunteer work with NAMI. The conversation touches on embracing creativity as a coping strategy and the significance of mindfulness practices like meditation. She reflects on her father-daughter dynamic and the evolution of their relationship through shared experiences.
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Generational Differences and Parental Respect
- Corinne Foxx highlights the generational differences in perspectives and the importance of parents respecting their children's choices.
- She recalls her father's initial lack of understanding about her decision to go to college, which later turned into pride upon her graduation.
Mental Health Toolkit
- Create a personal "mental health toolkit" like Corinne Foxx did, listing activities that alleviate anxiety.
- Refer to this list during challenging times to quickly access helpful strategies.
Early Anxiety Diagnosis and Advocacy
- Corinne Foxx was diagnosed with anxiety at 14 and initially felt ashamed, hiding it from friends.
- She emphasizes the importance of open conversations about mental health, a topic she now champions.