Emily Laing
Emily Laing
S3 E16: Pretty Huge Dysmorphia with Vittorio Angelone
S3 E16: Pretty Huge Dysmorphia with Vittorio Angelone
S3 E16: Pretty Huge Dysmorphia with Vittorio Angelone
Monday 15th May 2023
Emily Laing and Vittorio Angelone discuss growing up with anxiety, the struggle for self-acceptance, and finding support in this heartfelt episode.
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Episode Overview
- Emily delves into her childhood experiences with anxiety, panic attacks, and agoraphobia
- She reflects on the impact of her mental health challenges on her social interactions and identity
- Vittorio and Emily provide insights into the unique challenges of pursuing a career in the arts
- They discuss the nuances of self-acceptance, perseverance, and personal growth
- The conversation highlights the importance of family support and gratitude
I just need to be doing this, like, eight hours a day because that's what people in music college do. And it almost kind of goes unacknowledged. I think it's really great that you bring up that, like, to do with relationships because it's something I talk about quite a lot, this, um, the scanning someone and looking for your perceived holes in them and then trying to fill them.
Ever felt like you're the odd one out, struggling with emotions that your peers don't seem to understand? Emily Laing knows that feeling all too well. In this episode, she sits down with comedian and writer Vittorio Angelone to chat about their shared experiences of growing up with anxiety and feeling different from everyone else. They dive into the tough stuff—like how anxiety and panic attacks can make school a nightmare and how these struggles follow you into adulthood.
Emily and Vittorio get real about their journeys, discussing everything from the pressures of fitting in to the ongoing quest for self-acceptance. They also share some laughs about their time at music college, highlighting the unique challenges of pursuing a career in the arts. Emily's candidness about her own battles with mental health creates a space where listeners can feel seen and understood. If you've ever felt isolated or misunderstood, this episode offers a comforting reminder that you're not alone.