In this episode, Lauren Jean explores the power of deep connection and the importance of valuing oneself. She shares her realization that she wasn't taking herself seriously and how investing in herself and her podcast made a difference. She then delves into the concept that everything is someone else's belief, highlighting the influence of others' beliefs on our own. Lauren encourages listeners to question their beliefs and listen to their own thoughts and feelings. Keywords deep connection, valuing oneself, investing in oneself, beliefs, questioning beliefs, human experience Takeaways Take yourself and your passions seriously by investing in them. Question the beliefs you adopted from others and determine if they align with your true self. Listen to your own thoughts and feelings and trust your own beliefs. Recognize that reality is subjective and everyone has their own beliefs and perspectives. Listening to Your Own Thoughts and Feelings The Power of Deep Connection and Valuing Oneself "I wasn't taking myself seriously" "Everything is someone else's belief" "Reality is different to everyone" Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Trying the Live Feature on Facebook 02:16 Taking Oneself Seriously and Investing in Passions 09:09 The Influence of Others' Beliefs 13:40 The Subjectivity of Reality 22:15 Conclusion and Call to Action