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Jada Pinkett Smith: “I Just wanted to stay alive until 4pm!”
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If you enjoy hearing about the hidden side of Hollywood, I recommend you check out my conversation with Cole Sprouse, which you can find here: https://youtu.be/3XP9J3UyTUo You can purchase Jada’s new memoir, ‘Worthy’, here: https://amzn.to/3uaMbGP The episode is available in French and Spanish. 00:00 Intro 00:21 🌟 Jada Pinkett Smith's early life and growing up on the streets of Baltimore 03:01 🏡 Jada's childhood and experiencing domestic violence 09:29 🎭 Using Acting As An Escape 16:02 💔 Why Jada turned to drug dealing 20:21 🌆 The moment that changed Jada's perspective on life 25:11 🌟 Jada Pinkett Smith's transition to Hollywood 25:51 🚀 How to thrive in different contexts throughout life 29:29 🤯 Jada's relationship with Tupac Shakur 37:34 😎 What made Tupac special 41:14 💑 Jada's first impressions of Will Smith 45:10 💔 Experiencing an emotional breakdown 54:11 💔 How Jada and Tupac reconnected 55:46 💍 How Tupac proposed to Jada Pinkett Smith and their relationship 01:02:30 💔 Why Jada and Tupac fell out and the importance of resolving conflicts 01:16:29 ❤️ The importance of balance in relationships and addressing issues 01:19:42 🤔 Jada's resent in her marriage to Will Smith 01:22:53 😢 Experiencing a chronic state of discontent 01:26:00 💔 Complexities of Jada's Relationship with Will Smith: Layers of Pain and Resilience 01:31:08 💊 Jada's experience with psychedelics 01:34:15 🌪️ Jada explains the "entanglement" and how it impacted Will Smith 01:38:59 📖 Jada Pinkett Smith's Book: A Beacon of Wisdom for Self-Discovery and Healing Follow Jada: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RWI9vp Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Firs6d Listen on: Apple podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-diary-of-a-ceo-by-steven-bartlett/id1291423644 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7iQXmUT7XGuZSzAMjoNWlX Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGq-a57w-aPwyi3pW7XLiHw/join FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven/ Twitter: http://bit.ly/3ztHuHm Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-bartlett-56986834/ Sponsors: Eightsleep: https://www.eightsleep.com/uk/steven/ CODE: STEVEN (save $150 on the Pod Cover) Zoe: http://joinzoe.com with an exclusive code CEO10 for 10% off Huel: https://g2ul0.app.link/G4RjcdKNKsb
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A Dark Cycle of Self-Hatred
Jada Pinkett Smith opens up about her struggles with self-hatred during a dark period in her life. She reflects on the extreme measures she considered to escape her pain, emphasizing the importance of her children and the desire to protect them from the truth of her struggles.
"I was in a cycle of self-hatred and it was just a really dark time I went out and I knew I had to make it look like an accident cuz I did not want my kids to think that I had committed please welcome ..."
Growing Up in Baltimore
Jada shares her early life experiences growing up in Baltimore, revealing the harsh realities of being the daughter of drug-addicted parents. She discusses her fearless ambition to become a successful drug dealer and the wake-up call she received when confronted with violence.
"Smith Jada I knew you as a Hollywood actress I never knew you were the daughter of two drug addicted parents and a teenage drug dealer yourself on the streets of Baltimore I really thought I was going..."
Acting as an Escape
In this segment, Jada discusses how acting became her escape from the tumultuous environment of her childhood. She reflects on the emotional outlet that performance provided, allowing her to express feelings she couldn't share at home.
"be might summarize the most important part of your earliest context which is when I go in search of the origins of My Broken Heart it is the sense of not being the priority to the two people who gave ..."
Turning to Drug Dealing
Jada reveals the circumstances that led her to drug dealing as a means of survival. She describes the allure of the lifestyle and how it provided a sense of security and power in a chaotic environment.
"so it seems to not be a coincidence that the amount of actors I've sat here and spoke with who have pretty um Unthinkable Early Childhood experiences domestic violence in the home Etc that then find a..."
A Life-Changing Moment
Jada recounts a pivotal moment that shifted her perspective on life. She reflects on the experiences that forced her to confront her reality and the decisions she made in response to the challenges she faced.
"anybody I can't depend on anyone and so the streets that's where I saw security because we didn't have doctors and lawyers you know to look upon you know like that's the aspiration right because in ou..."
Transitioning to Hollywood
Jada discusses her transition from the streets of Baltimore to Hollywood. She shares the challenges and triumphs she faced as she navigated the entertainment industry, highlighting her determination to succeed.
"in and pull out guns Point them to me and take all my money my jewelry and stash and I was really lucky to make it out of that alive for sure because the person who led that robbery ended up killing t..."
Thriving in Different Contexts
In this segment, Jada talks about the importance of adaptability and thriving in various life contexts. She emphasizes the skills she developed to navigate different environments and the lessons learned along the way.
"was refreshing for a lot of people but it was also the thing that was standoffish too right what is that um I think just that that edge that I came with that no you know having no [ __ ] to give basic..."
Jada's Relationship with Tupac
Jada reflects on her deep and complex relationship with Tupac Shakur. She shares insights into what made their bond special and the impact it had on her life.
"kind of like as just rough rugged and rambunctious since interesting isn't it in life how a certain type of demeanor or attitude or mindset can help us to survive and thrive in one context but sometim..."
What Made Tupac Special
In this segment, Jada elaborates on the qualities that made Tupac Shakur a unique individual. She discusses his influence on her life and the lessons she learned from their relationship.
"really just it was it was so many things I was trying to protect it was defense not offense what I'm saying exctly yeah it was and and I still to this day you know people like you know I still to this..."
First Impressions of Will Smith
Jada shares her first impressions of Will Smith, discussing the initial connection they felt and how it evolved over time. She reflects on the significance of their relationship in her life.
"people could rock with with them and some truth you couldn't you know what I mean and um but regardless it was what was real for him at that time he was always authentic but it's not easy it comes wit..."
Facing an Emotional Breakdown
Jada opens up about experiencing an emotional breakdown, detailing the circumstances that led to this moment. She reflects on the importance of acknowledging one's mental health struggles.
"was like not to judge a book by his cover and I learned that you know years later when we had an opportunity to have you know we had a mutual friend and so we were able ble to share some time at Jerry..."
Reconnecting with Tupac
In this segment, Jada discusses how she and Tupac reconnected after years apart. She shares the emotional significance of their reunion and what it meant for both of them.
"and been Trey's bonus mom my life would have been totally different you sure I'm positive yeah as in you're sure that you wouldn't have gotten married I'm positive because you seen yeah no you would h..."
Tupac's Proposal
Jada reveals the story behind Tupac's proposal to her, discussing the depth of their relationship and the complexities involved. She reflects on what this moment represented for both of them.
"was going to continue working but not live in LA anymore and so I bought a farmhouse I bought a little farmhouse on I want to say it was about 6 Acres maybe six or nine acres if I remember correctly a..."
The Fallout with Tupac
Jada shares the reasons behind her fallout with Tupac and the importance of resolving conflicts in relationships. She reflects on the lessons learned from their experiences together.
"then he was on his way to damura which is a horrific place where they send terrorists yeah usually yeah I think the 9/11 some of the people that were involved with 911 or the well Trade Center bombing..."
Balancing Relationships
In this segment, Jada discusses the importance of balance in relationships and the need to address issues openly. She shares her insights on maintaining healthy connections with loved ones.
"nope let me give him a call you know what I'm saying that's my that's my test almost a year later he gets shot in Las Vegas you get a phone call while you're filming on set that he's from I believe fr..."
Resentment in Marriage
Jada opens up about her feelings of resentment in her marriage to Will Smith. She reflects on the challenges they faced and the importance of communication in overcoming obstacles.
"as couples we get into these power struggles no my way is right no my way is right well if you didn't have this you know you know it gets into all of that right and it's like stop it's not about anybo..."
Chronic Discontent
Jada discusses her experience of chronic discontent, exploring the factors that contributed to her feelings of unhappiness. She reflects on the journey towards self-acceptance and fulfillment.
"it seems this word resentful yeah very interesting word yeah can you give color to that word why you why you chose to use that word cuz it's true you know it was like I felt as though at that time all..."
Complexities of Marriage
In this segment, Jada delves into the complexities of her marriage with Will Smith, discussing the layers of pain and resilience that characterize their relationship. She shares her insights on navigating challenges together.
"of time I was just still really resentful I'm just like you know oh so I helped you get your happiness now you just going to you know throw me to the curb and you know I got to do it all on my own now..."
Exploring Psychedelics
Jada shares her experiences with psychedelics, discussing how they influenced her perspective on life and personal growth. She reflects on the insights gained from these experiences.
"was a fly on the wall but if I was a fly inside the walls yeah what were you what was going through your mind 39 years old about to turn 40 oh I was in a very very dark place very dark place just I re..."
Understanding the 'Entanglement'
Jada explains the concept of 'entanglement' and how it impacted her relationship with Will Smith. She reflects on the lessons learned and the importance of transparency in relationships.
"God for my son that I was you know he introduced me um his friend's father did iasa and they happen to be talking about it and they talk to me about it Jaden came in the kitchen he's like you got to s..."
A Beacon of Wisdom
Jada discusses her memoir, 'Worthy', describing it as a beacon of wisdom for self-discovery and healing. She shares the motivations behind writing the book and the insights it offers to readers.
"discomfort it wasn't until I saw how the people around me were affected did I mean my mother my kids my friends people like they were like how could you do this and I was like well I just wanted to en..."