Fame may look glamorous, but Lucy Hale reveals the complexities behind the spotlight, from battling addiction to rediscovering her self-worth. As a celebrated actress and singer with accolades like Teen Choice Awards and People's Choice Award, Lucy shares the raw truths of her journey. This episode offers a candid glimpse into her struggles with alcohol, anxiety, the relentless chase for validation—and the pivotal moments that helped her break free. If you've ever felt lost in the need to please others, Lucy’s story will inspire you to find strength within. We get into the tools that helped Lucy transform her life, including the importance of asking for help and staying true to your emotions. There's a wealth of information on how to navigate personal challenges, especially as someone who absorbs the feelings of others. Lucy also unpacks the profound impact of her spiritual awakening and sobriety, sharing practical insights to help anyone facing their own “dark night of the soul.” It’s an honest, empowering conversation about turning pain into growth.  This isn’t just a story of resilience; it’s a reminder that healing is messy, beautiful, and worth every step. Lucy’s honesty will leave you feeling seen, hopeful, and ready to take that next step in your own journey. Whether you know her from Pretty Little Liars or you’re simply looking for some soulful inspiration, this episode will leave you reflecting on the strength you didn’t know you had. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Intro  [00:01:14] Intuition and emotional sensitivity. [00:06:24] Feeling like a burden. [00:08:04] Embracing being "too much." [00:15:18] Desire for acting as a child. [00:18:01] Breakthrough role in career. [00:22:09] Redefining success and happiness. [00:27:21] Spiritual awakening after addiction. [00:32:33] Healing and energy frequency. [00:39:03] Spiritual intervention and personal growth. [00:41:52] Shame and isolation. [00:48:51] Female empowerment vs. victimhood. [00:53:10] Life is happening for you. [00:54:48] Owning your personal story. Memorable Quotes "Anything that's negative isn't ours anyway. Our true nature as people is love and pure and joy. So actually, anything that's other than that isn't ours. And that's a relief because it means we don't have to attach to it." – Lucy Hale "I have so much gratitude for what I've been through. Because those moments, holy crap, like that has given me so much perspective on how I want to feel. I didn't give up." – Lucy Hale Where to Find Our Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucyhale/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LucyHale/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/lucyhale To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below:  Website: https://www.mindvalley.com/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindvalley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW  Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices