We're back with a brand new episode of the More Than You See podcast!

This week, host Deborah Lee Smith has a deep conversation with Becky Tahel, an accomplished actor, producer, and mother of two. They discuss the multifaceted experiences of balancing mental health, parenting, and creative careers. Becky shares insights on societal stereotypes, the challenges of maintaining relationships, and the importance of self-care.

Through their dialogue, they explore the transformative power of gratitude, productivity, and navigating performance anxiety. Ideal for parents, creatives, and anyone interested in authentic life journeys, this episode emphasizes the universal struggles and triumphs we all face.

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00:34 Episode Overview and Introduction to Becky

01:12 Parenting and Identity

03:31 Mental Health and Self-Care

06:50 Balancing Career and Motherhood

10:28 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Parenthood

26:23 The Impact of Parenthood on Relationships

32:42 The Importance of Self-Care and Self-Awareness

36:54 Balancing Parenthood and Career Aspirations

49:15 Facing and Overcoming Performance Anxiety

53:57 Embracing Failure and Personal Growth

59:25 Final Thoughts and Reflections

About Becky:

As a writer, producer, and performer — Becky Tahel has worked with some of the most influential content creators (from Jake Paul and Eric Andre, to Jay Shetty and Gabby Bernstein). She has produced content for countless brands worldwide, generating over 40 million views across social media. She is the director/producer/host of the award-winning documentary "American Birthright" and runs Mannafest Media with her husband, where she helps individuals and brands clarify their essence and own a unique impact space through core strategy, story, and content. She speaks globally about the power of content creation & self-actualization, has two little kids, and is grossly underslept.

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New here? Every other week join me, Deborah Lee Smith (actor, filmmaker, and mental health advocate) for a conversation with creatives about their mental health journeys. We discuss the highs, lows, and in-betweens of a creative career and the tools they use to get through it all. Our hope is that you will resonate with their journey, pick up some tips and tricks for your own mental health, and most importantly, feel a little less alone. Because we’re all More Than You See.