Iliza Shlesinger: Hurts to Be Awesome

Mayim breaks down how our overall stress can have real physical impacts and Iliza Shlesinger discusses being a female among men in her profession, how we as a society struggle to communicate, and how her hectic work life caught up with her in the form of debilitating nerve pain. This plus lots of jokes on Episode 3 of the show.
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[@MayimBialik]

She’s funny, intelligent, and I absolutely adore her!! I mean... I did stalk her??? And it worked! Cause here we are. (Kidding... well, kinda) 😛 Iliza Shlesinger joins Jonathan and I on a new episode of #BialikBreakdown to talk about everyone’s least favorite thing in the world - stress, and how it can cause physical impact. Or in other words, mind-body syndrome. We discuss more of that in the episode! If I wasn’t laughing then I was probably trying NOT to laugh while recording this podcast. Seriously!! ILIZA IS HILARIOUS. 😂🤣 Such a fun and important conversation. Listen on Spotify: spoti.fi/2KbC1PC Listen on Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/38O09Qp For more, visit www.bialikbreakdown.com

[@agod5608]

Smart people pay me to stalk them.

[@yumim.4432]

This episode!!! “EMPOWERED WOMEN, EMPOWER WOMEN” - I can’t stress how amazing this is. Thank you Mayim and Iliza, and Jonathan.

[@SuratiIS]

I like you better. And the reason why you are not okay with people not liking you. Is that as a jew and being intelligent you know that it is fucking dangerous when people not like you.

[@leob3447]

It's so interesting how science, especially neuroscience, it starting to show how many of these 'hippy-dippy' actually have a sound biological basis. I've been watching a bunch of Andrew Huberman's interviews and pod casts (you should check him out), and he has an amazing way to take the complex neuroscience and present it in more layman's terms. He describes the mind-body connection as a contract between the two, where both of them are always reading and reacting to each other to create our experiences. That interview was a lot of fun to watch - thanks!!

[@dctrbrass]

Just to hear a woman like this shows how weak/immature a lot of guys are. Who wouldn't be attracted to such a strong, mature woman? I'm a guy btw :)

[@betsybabf748]

"How could she make a joke about someone dying?" I've offended a few that way. I'm a widow. Our twin sons wanted to dress up as their deceased dad for Halloween as a joint costume. One wore his work clothes, the other was a ghost. Their idea...because they knew their dad would find it hilarious looking down from heaven. We know his sense of humor. (and their grief therapist approved, and laughed)

[@marinamillan783]

That’s an amazing idea they came up with!!

[@natascharank5604]

This is beautiful! I think some people think that we would be somehow tricking our way around the pain involved with loss by acting like that. It is not true. It is just the fitting counterpart to crying that is needed in order to deal with the process and heal and finally come out of it with something beautiful. It is certainly what I would want my family to do when my time has come, knowing it is for the best for all of us.

[@ShelleHolley]

I love that they included their father in heaven. Beautiful idea. My heart goes out to you all. Sending love and good vibes.

[@beakittelscherz5419]

Never heard a better way to deal with grief and loss than this. 👍👍👍

[@sarah9044]

That is so sweet! ❤❤❤

[@warmchapters]

“why are we killing ourselves trying to force our bodies to be something that you physically can’t?” I felt that

[@agod5608]

We are attempting to physically evolve into our spatial environment, to escape the terrarium reality. Thereby being able to take our bodies with us as we colonize space. As if now we can only colonize space in the form of energy.vthis means a total seperation of church,(soul/life)/state, (body and physical senses). This leaves us to be an intuitive spirit in the energy form only. Only through rebirth can we reenter this dimension. This is why no one returns from the energy plane, after the seperation occurs. When you return yourmories would be a secondary dualism, causing a four part harmonic consciousness. (Two pair, as opposed to one pair) of mind body dualisms. The original would be memory only, and and the present would be perspective only. I was friends with a man whom had terminal cancer. We made a pact, he would return when his new younger body became of legal age. It matters not whether he returns or not, the object was to have the opportunity, to leave behind an anchor, which would remain to link the original to the younger, by being witness in both the original, and the new life. This is his eighteenth year, and I fully expect , afterward, he can return at any time. In his original life he was 10 years older than me. In his new life, I am 52 years older than him. In his original life he was the elder, in his new life, I am the elder. Hope this analogy helps.

[@AgendaInMind]

I feel like Mayim knows about German New Medicine, but will get cancelled if she talks about it. There's no such thing that some diseases you can "catch", but not all. It's not that complex! If you can't "catch" cancer, diabetes, MS, arthritis, etc., from other people, then you can't "catch" colds, flu and Boogey Viruses. So governments around the world are CAUSING fear frights in everyone based on an unproven THEORY by one man, Louis Pastaur, who redacted his claim of the germ theory on his death bed, yet no one listened. So of course, when everyone is allowed to escape the hostage situation the governments have put their people into, and they start relaxing about the Boogey Virus, that's not in any way transmissible, they will begin their healing phase (get sick), and believe they then have it, and more panic will ensue as well as martial law. The longer people allow this government to hold them hostage in their homes, the more severe the "sickness" will be. Can anyone put 2 and 2 together to figure out what I'm saying?? Western Medicine is pure fraud, and people's lives are destroyed because of it. There's no critical thinking anymore. The group thinkers are moronic and brain dead. People think they're educated because they've memorized the lies they've been told for 100 years.

[@fionafiona1146]

@@AgendaInMind That's not only plenty bad understanding but a industry killing hundreds of people who would have good chances without racist quacks. sciencebasedmedicine.org/the-iron-rule-of-cancer-the-new-german-medicine-and-cancer-quackery/ If anyone cares to talk in a more compassionate manner than I can in a post contextualising this please write me.

[@monikarate]

OPAF - on point as fuck

[@garethbaus5471]

@@AgendaInMind that was one of the weirdest jokes I have stumbled across on the internet.

[@McMomfaceplustwo]

KZbin is getting scary good at finding the right videos for me. I'm a single mom neuroscientist from Texas that had to leave my career because of severe chronic pain that's watch Iliza for awhile as a pick me up and adored her.

[@boromirofmiddleearth557]

Hey Tiffany, how are you doing? I have chronic pain as well. It's a very difficult thing. I love watching comedy, so helpful to take my mind and body off the physical and emotional pain. God bless.

[@0150r]

"People choosing to spend time on you is the most valuable currency" is completely true. I think the world would be a better place if everyone had friends like Mayim and Iliza.

[@melindavale9570]

And you choosing to spend time on you is also valuable.

[@ApparentBrightness]

Love them both and there ideas!! Totally empowering!!!

[@Corrans]

Yes!!!

[@richgalTr347]

i loved when she said "you cant do it in real time because you need perspective but you can't really do that until you're fully removed from it." I needed to hear that in this moment

[@lisatwilley]

I love that 'nucleus pulposus' and 'slay' are both in Mayim's vocabulary😊

[@rendajones7368]

I know! I do love that about her. But I love everything about her. Her interview with Leslie Jordan is priceless. Watching them together just warms my heart. ❤️❤️❤️

[@cucullain7843]

I don’t like how her guest uses a word like ‘learnings’ . Lazy when she makes her living talking .

[@catytheredheadedalaskan8118]

@@cucullain7843 before you post judgey comments, Google the word.

[@kristyhughes3146]

I now need a coffee mug or a shirt that says "Eat the Stars! Be Your Own Sun!"

[@rickkillian2378]

I think you can have that made on either Esty or Shutterfly

[@beccaleigh7744]

I might buy that sh!t

[@eXcludeyStarling]

Merch?? I’d buy it 💯

[@bunnykatsoracle3275]

Hahaha me.too

[@kathynicholson103]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Susan-pg7yc]

When I can walk into a room full of people and not worry about my size but instead think about all I have to offer, I will have arrived.

[@silviar.7438]

Mayim: "Are people upset with me? Iliza: "they are" Mayim: "why are you ok with that and I am not?" Me: Genes and upbringing, some people just have a natural sensitivity to negative emotion and negative feedback and their brain registers it as more threatening than others. Plus how we are raised to think about ourselves and others can contribute.

[@ferengiprofiteer9145]

Like wine connoisseurs. Some people want to develop a high tolerance for nasty tasting shit.

[@warmchapters]

i feel like this episode is so important. understanding the physical consequences of mental tensions/anxiety is life changing

[@novemberrites7337]

Agreed

[@gurgleblurgle7345]

"As an adult you don't cry from pain" Me: laughs nervously

[@AC00009]

I sooooo love her. I’m not a “sunshine up your ass” kinda person and I adore that she calls that kind of BS out.

[@tfpp1]

Seriously, I feel like my knowledge and awareness of the stress/pain correlation just “blossomed”.

[@christinamcallister3791]

I see what you did, there. 😉

[@davissae]

Whoa!

[@shabytin]

I cannot express my gratitude enough, Mayim! Your podcast has been incredibly helpful to me and we’re only on episode 3? I cannot wait for more. Thank you, Mayim and Jonathan!

[@MayimBialik]

Thank you! Glad you're enjoying them :)

[@shabytin]

@@MayimBialik I LOVE YOU!

[@fornitegood122jr6]

@@shabytin I love you too

[@scottmurphy8679]

Are you reviewing and replying to your own comment's?

[@kdalfndnfdjsf1702]

Mayim, I love the way you introduce your guests. You really give them so much love & credit and make us listeners feel really connected and excited! That's amazing!

[@agod5608]

She wasn't joking Iliza is hilarious.

[@adalovelace521]

this is a very intelligent conversation, i particularly liked the part where they explain why grey subjects are worthy of comedy and contemplation

[@Jamie-ky7gz]

I’ve had Fibromyalgia for 20 years, they still don’t t know how to help me, Can you find someone that has managed their Fibro, My biggest issue is I can’t be happy or feel joy. Of course I have other problems, Hypothyroidism, Depression, anxiety..... Mayim your a great friend, you soul is so kind I love your podcast 🥰😊🥰

[@maryliz6810]

I would also love an episode on Fibromyalgia. I was diagnosed at age 19(the youngest the specialist had seen). I’m now 32. I have had so many ups and downs. The last 9 years with out all the medications or a doctor that can help me without drugging me. It’s been incredibly hard and at times I have nearly impossible. It would be awesome to hear her knowledge on this. However, I am going to look the doctor she spoke of in this episode and study on that. I will keep you in my prayers Jamie.

[@Jamie-ky7gz]

@@maryliz6810 prayers of peace for you too... Fibromyalgia should have been named insanity🤷‍♀️

[@fionafiona1146]

And whine about my headaches, medical research (into women) is taking huge strides but remaining in pain and uninformed is awfully.

[@29pete03]

In the book they mentioned he talks about fibromyalgia. "The mind body prescription" by Dr John Sarno. Also check out Nicole Sachs' podcast "the cure for chronic pain", this is the facebook group that is linked to the Nicole's podcast "JournalSpeak with Nicole Sachs, LCSW Group".

[@christieleemckinney4388]

@@29pete03 100% it will heal you

[@yumim.124]

This is a very empowering episode, coming from empowered women! I can listen to them talk the whole day! I can’t even describe how uplifting this episode is. Thank you so much Mayim, Jonathan and Iliza!

[@riddle340]

I'm always worried or anxiety ridden when I think someone is mad at me and I have gotten better over the years, but it's still there.

[@Tribble_Mama]

Laughs, tears. I have chronic pain (including fibromyalgia, arthritis and more) and deal with things that my doctors don't understand. So hearing someone else's story of trying to find that answer to what is causing this pain... it felt so familiar. I have dealt with sciatica to the point not being able to stand up straight. I was right there with Iliza, knowing how that feels to be in tears because of intense pain, and not able to sleep. And the toll that takes on you. (My depression and anxiety are greatly effected by my chronic. And some of my darkest mental/emotional times have been from physical pain that felt so out of my control) I normally don't watch videos this long on KZbin, because I'm in a different mindset than when I'm listening to podcasts on Overcast. But this one, I have watched all the way through. Because I've been there. (I'm also moving more towards holistic/hippy ways of managing my health, not just popping pills to knock the rough edges off a couple symptoms. So hearing about some of these new to me ideas has been enlightening... Though at times my overly analytical mind cuts me off, wondering how it all works) Thank you for sharing this! 💜

[@rebeccas.7584]

My husband and I also like to argue both sides. He does it better because he has facts, I get in trouble when I’m trying asking questions about both sides. I value the work of comedians saying the things we all think and take the heat.

[@jennifernunya909]

Literally the longest podcast I've ever made it through in one sitting... it was an intellectual roller-coaster that I didn't expect. I had no idea the conversation was going to go where it went. Let's just say I'm laying here awake, not able to sleep due to chronic pain. I'm coming up on 10 years of this pain and gotten very little relief from countless doctors. I've learned more from this podcast than I have from those doctors over a decade. I now have new ideas about how to approach my pain for the first time in years. Thank you so much! 💓

[@TheReaperGT]

Lliza: Talks in her normal ways Mayim: almost pisses herself laughing (me too by the way :D)

[@russellmckenzie9508]

Yes! 2 amazing women in 1 great episode. My wife and I originally found Iliza on Netflix and watched EVERY special immediately! Loved each one start to finish, then booked tickets to her upcoming gig in London. We and I have had the pleasure of meeting her backstage after the show to take photos and get autographs. As expected, Iliza is so down to Earth and friendly. She really does appreciate the love and time her fans offer. I come under that boring group of straight, white males so rarely voice an opinion on anything. So even as a man, Iliza got me into female stand-up comedians and we've watched so many since watching her. The ribbing joke at men when it comes to dating, sex, etc are hilarious - because they're true. It's brilliant! As you say, she's (of course) funny and beautiful, but tough, confident and ballsy. I love it! I think I can relate to her more as I am also a 37 year old "Elder Millennial" or Xennial if I may (that's a whole other debate!) with no kids. I've always felt that worrying about what others think of me is my worst personality trait and I really struggle with it. As a guy watching this, it was full of truths (that don't necessarily affect me) and extremely educational. On behalf of (most) men I'd like women to know that Iliza isn't wrong. We don't have hugely high, unrealistic expectations when it comes to looks. I am by no means a dictionary definition 'handsome man" so why should I expect my wife to look the same? Also, we met when she was 19 and I was 26. My wife was incredibly thin, some might say too think. She has, of course, filled out a little bit since and I feel she looks better for it. What sort of a**hole would I be to expect her to look the way she did at 19 when she's about to turn 30? I don't look the same either. I mean, she's 8 years my junior and 6' tall and I''m...well I'm not 6", haha! I'm damn lucky to have her in my life and be happy enough to want to stay with me. Soulmate's do exist and you both feel lucky to have the other, I promise. We also have tickets to see Iliza in London again that have been re-scheduled twice already due to COVID, so that's something to look forward to. One thing that sucks about being in the UK is we don't seem to have access to any of Iliza's other shows such as Truth & Iliza

[@toffee6356]

I grew up being very petite but as I reached the age of 19, I gained a lot and i wasn’t happy about it. I loathed myself because I wasn’t used to feeling kinda heavy, i got irate. I deprived myself from eating just to achieve again my “petite” body but it did not. the people around me was shocked and i remember them saying mean things to me. it did hurt me, physically, emotionally and mentally. but now, as I learn the science behind these changes in our bodies, I accept it. and I said to myself that my body doesn’t define who I am. thank you for this podcast missmayim and mr. jonathan and ofcourse, iliza❤️ I SUPER LOVE THIS EPISODE.

[@sheinacuaresma9258]

"I just love to create things. You have to, because nobody's gonna do that for you" Another awesome episode!! Thank you for this!! ❤

[@agod5608]

I believe Doctor Bialik has another hit on her hands. Seems wierd Watching doctor Blossom....

[@dirrtyrulez]

let me just emphasize how warm and fuzzy my heart feels after watching Mayim giggle after every word Iliza speaks THE CUTENESS I CANNOT HANDLE

[@christineherrmann205]

As a massage therapist who loves stand-up, I found this amazing. Hard to listen to, in places, but I wish more people spoke about it.

[@novemberrites7337]

Massage Therapist here too. I feel you Christine. I hope we continue to see more and more conversations out there like this.

[@cthornton523]

Body & energy worker here, also named Christine, this was very powerful for me as well.

[@weedhopp]

Suffered a back injury in the 80s and learned more about pain causation in this podcast thank you

[@lynseyjacobson6722]

As a therapist that specializes in chronic pain, I thank you for this conversation! Well done

[@mirfir]

Dr Mayim, you’re a great human!

[@dianamcmahon51510]

I went to better health immediately after you mentioned it. Truly, just the thought of trying to find a therapist is so daunting and so overwhelming. Finding someone that your insurance accepts, finding one that's accepting new patients, finding one that has the right speciality, finding one that's local to you, and (most importantly) finding someone that you connect with. It's enough to make most people avoid the process entirely.

[@mikeassad5365]

I’m a 42 year old social worker and I’ve dated the “Elle” girls before and I want you to know that I love the way you look on Call me Kat. I think you are super attractive the way you are and I don’t think it would be the same if you tried to make yourself look like the “Elle” girls. Just wanted you to know that

[@edwardsjarje]

It would be awesome if you broke down fibromyalgia. It seems like a lot of research has been released lately and it would be cool to have it explained in laymen’s terms. Great show!

[@niheala56]

That's a great idea.

[@celia1888]

I usually summarize it by "it hurts a lot everywhere but not always in the same way or at the same time"

[@paint_freckles]

Have it too for 13 years

[@edwardsjarje]

@@paint_freckles yes, I was diagnosed about 10 years ago

[@TheLisab56]

YES!

[@lifeenvironments]

I'll admit Iliza's beautiful looks are what first caught my eye - for at least the first minute or so. Immediately after, I unexpectedly and delightfully found myself entangled within her stories, presentation, attitude and mind. I was irrecoverably addicted. Iliza's humility, humanity and observational brilliance continually amazes me. Iliza is a profoundly astute student of the human condition in every sense, which explains her humor and why you two relate so well. You simply can't get bored with Iliza - and that's a refreshing compliment to give someone in a world that's lost its sense of shame. Your show made my day a nicer place to be. Mayim, is there nothing you cannot do well?

[@nyx8927]

I genuinely believe these past 3 episodes have taught me a lot about myself and truly helped me. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MayimBialik]

Thank you for listening! xo

[@nyx8927]

@@MayimBialik wow, thanks for replying, made my day! ❤️

[@agod5608]

Blossom was fun too.

[@carlgreisheimer5278]

I loved you in FAT ACTRESS!

[@carlgreisheimer5278]

Is that your Dad's high school senior year picture on the top row in the center?

[@MrBedZeppelin]

Wow, Mayim, GREAT job, on your new platforms! Your Personality is incredibly, relatable. You are stronger than you might know. Love your humble charm. I obviously don't know you, seems like you are opening up, more lately. Kudos! Much Success! Thank You! Iliza is Hilarious. Glad you two connected, as friends.

[@fornitegood122jr6]

Mayim she was hosting her jeopardy

[@lorraineanne8766]

Two amazing women came together and gifted the world with their awesomeness. I could listen and watch you two talk for the rest of my life and I will be contented 💕 Love you both

[@Corrans]

Dear Mayim, hearing you talk about your anxiety (when performing, and when approaching Iliza that first time) is so reassuring to hear for a lot of us. I mean, I am just an average lady, from South Africa, a mom, and to hear that a celebrity like you has all the same feelings that we all do...well...it makes me feel ok, kind of. I get nervous in a lot of situations too. Thank you for sharing this podcast with the world. I'd be your friend if you were nearby, you are such an amazing woman.

[@blainecopland9909]

Enjoyed every single second of this. Wow.

[@akankshahanumanth6564]

Mayim is so fucking smart, funny, strong and beautiful and her energy is so soothing to be around and it makes me sad that society can make even amazing women like this feel insecure about their looks. I look up to her so much.

[@ClaireCaoimheRaeMoonshadow]

Some of us don't have a choice but to stop everything. My body does not give me a choice. Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. It sucks. Love everything about this show. This is the first time I've seen it and I don't know why I haven't before. I have been a big fan for years, and now I think I'm a fan of Iliza.

[@paint_freckles]

Same here people don't realize how debilitating it is

[@isabelnunez3349]

As someone that suffers from chronic back pain I cannot thank you enough for all the information. I love the podcast!!

[@starpenta]

I saw a tee once that said, 'Look, I'm a nice person. If I'm not nice to you, ask yourself why'... Did Eliza write that? 😁

[@susie7336]

This is philosophical!

[@debihearn7250]

I found your u tube channel and couldn’t stop watching. Being 66 years old woman that has suffered with mental illness all my life. Especially after I lost my son. Thank you!

[@csainphor]

The truth she is speaking more people need to hear. The lack of self control for the sake of being mean is crazy.

[@emily.toombs]

Sometimes the universe gives you what you need. I’m sitting on a heating pad and icing my neck and this popped into my suggested. I’m a KZbin junkie because I keep the iPad in my face so I’m not focused on my pain levels. For the past 11 years, I’ve been “managing” my chronic illness which I’ve come to call “lupus and friends”. All the rheumatological things. Went from 35, thriving working full time, extremely involved single parent, full social life to in bed in uncontrolled pain, “what is happening to me, someone fix this”. I went to the ER expecting at minimum an answer but seriously hoping they had a resident Dr. House-like team at best. Yeah, they don’t do that. “Get a referral” is the answer I got. So here I am, crying listening to this interview of two women I admire and adore and just knowing someone gets what living in this pain is like is amazing. I’m yelling “me too,” about the Lady Gaga documentary. Honestly, I paused the video and sent my husband to Vromans for the book. I can’t tell you how awesome this friendship existing is. It’s also a great show that’s helping people.

[@zaz4667]

I was watching Iliza Shlesinger comedy and KZbin brought Mayims KZbin show up. This is some awesome smart stuff!

[@jadeyvette]

The last 5 minutes!!! The pain clinic (government health system) I did a program with for 3 months last year was mostly about this! We did a lot of stretching, relaxation, understanding of the mind-body connection psychological/emotional-physical connection, self awareness, mindfulness, plus learning other ways to human. Scientifically/medically it all is recognised now as not just hocus pocus! The “it’s all in your head” is now no longer an insult because a lot of it is in our head and causes our physical pain and vice versa!

[@nadiacalembe1546]

I am not a person that externalizes the real things that bother me, and the past couple of years I've made a real effort to reduce the effects of it on my body. I feel like I have a weird advantage, when I was 16 I started taking ballet classes and our teacher covered the mirrors saying that we had to know without seeing, every little movement our bodies made. So that made more aware of the moments when stress was having a physical effect on me. So to my ballet teacher from 10 years ago, thank you for teaching me this level of awareness that has helped me realize I was grinding my teeth and raising my shoulders to my ears.

[@christymidgley1493]

Will you tell us about the photos on your wall.

[@chillneophite8863]

This is my introduction to Iliza Schlesinger. 100% need to watch more of her material. Loved her on this.

[@chiaradendena3780]

Thank you. thank you so much.. I've been in excruciating pain due to 2 herniated discs for 10 months now, and I can't tell you how relieved I feel knowing that I'm not the only one crying from physical pain in the middle of the night, after too much sleep deprivation and painkillers. It's lonely, it's scary, and it's dark. I'm a 43 year old strong woman, with no previous serious health problems, and this hit me after 4 years of codependency with a narcissist husband. The minute I ran away, my body broke down. Literally: the day after getting myself to safety, I couldn't walk anymore. The holistic approach is no hippy fairy dust: it shines a light on the powerful connection between our minds and our bodies, a connection that needs to be respected and treated. There is only so much that we can put ourselves through, and our bodies will make sure to let us know if we refuse to listen to reason. Thank you for making me feel seen.

[@susangranski7257]

I found this topic fascinating - the mind body connection and pain. I hope you’ll touch on this subject again! Thank you!

[@HlifeRomania91]

Iliza I am suffering from the same thing. I was bullied by a surgeon for a cervical fusion for C4 and C5, it is a complete disaster 10 months in and I am deteriorating each month and worse. All the doctor keeps saying is its long recovery and I don't think he understands like you said the pain. Thanks Mayim for this podcast it helped me greatly

[@offintonebula]

I had actually never heard of Iliza Shlesinger ... I'm now a fan based on pretty much everything she said in this interview. 💟

[@kristinbenini7967]

I’m not going to lie; I watched for Iliza, but I subscribed because I got so much from everything you both had to say. I laughed and cried and learned. In one episode. Thank you so much!

[@maribone20021]

Mayim, I have also been struggling (since I was 9 and I am almost 75! Many things have helped me, and I am constantly increasing in wisdom (and then IMMEDIATELY losing it on account of the next anxiety!) However, some wisdom sticks. What helps me is: CONSCIOUSLY bending my inner self-criticisms into :THIS is THE challenge for now. I can really feel the difference in anxiety levels. I could go on forever, but I would rather watch your next episode!

[@missyscholl1]

Mayim, I've loved you since The Big Bang Theory! You're awesome! I love listening to your advice as a doctor. I had no idea you did a podcast but so excited that I found you! Keep up the good work!

[@juliaanita234]

I was only half aware of Iliza from youtube etc. and then I ran into this interview. WHAT AN INTELLIGENT WOMAN she is! I became an instant fan. I look forward to seeing you in person, Iliza!

[@meghanmarquez3065]

Happy to see this pop up this morning

[@AngiesCousin]

Mayim, I love how you make medical stuff relatable and understandable. Thank you for podcasting.

[@emeraldeyes8688]

“Rubbing oil on themselves and looking at butterflies.” Lolol. I want THAT life!! 🤣

[@aj95371]

This is one of those to bookmark and listen to/watch over and over. Thank you so much for having Iliza on your show; this was my first introduction to her. I also went and subscribed to her podcast.

[@tictocsick6225]

Mayim!!! you and Iliza have been heroes of mine for a couple years! finding your podcast itself made me cry. And to see Iliza on here is a seriously amazing duo!

[@senecacollins2500]

This is the first podcast from you I've watched and the way you're filming the remote guests is perfect! I love everything about this! Thank you!

[@hollyberrii]

Adore both of you. So great to see you together and know you’re friends. So funny, and informative. Thank you.

[@donald-parker]

Late to the game. My KZbin feed recently popped up Iliza, who I had not heard of before, and I've been consuming a pretty much steady stream of her stuff for the last few days. Love her stuff! Great interview. Thanks!

[@varserzakaryan]

You were amazing! Both of you so alive, so real and human! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with people, girls. So many of us needed to revaluate our life as a human and as a woman generally! Again lots of love to you, Mayim, to bring up such important and not so trendy topics. You content is so appreciated. ❤️

[@driverjay8613]

I am so proud of ILiza's growth, and it didnt have to wait till She was 50.

[@stephanienicole8314]

These two give me Leslie Knope and Ann Perkins vibes, in how aggressively supportive of and genuinely loving they are to each other :) Also- my experience with extreme pain on painkillers was exactly the same as Iliza describes it here. You’re still in pain, you just don’t care about it as much. It’s an awful feeling. So glad she’s found some relief!

[@Tulpen23]

I cannot express how much I love this. My mind and soul have been fed.

[@oliviacorbett5847]

Thank you so much for sharing this! It's so reassuring hearing things I already know from two amazing women who I deeply admire. I struggle with holding onto my stress and anxiety (thanks PTSD!), and it's such a life changer to know how some of my physical symptoms are related to holding onto that stress. I love how connected our bodies and mind are to each other, even though it's frustrating sometimes!

[@rosealee9367]

Have always loooved Iliza! She rocks! (As does Mayim!) 😍

[@klarichelle]

You're really an inspiration to many people, Mayim ❤️ thank you for this. We love you forever!

[@elizarose05]

I learned the pause and slowing things down before jumping into the situation, the hard ways. This is an eye-opener and inspiration that we are not alone with those experiences. Hope this podcast reaches more people! Keep sharing!

[@MandiLixx]

OMG! i think the way you felt about Iliza is how i feel about you! Thank you for your podcast and all the work on screen through the years. It's always refreshing to get a glimpse into the lives of celebrities'... I tend to be the hippy dippy kind of friend also. I have sage and palo santo right next to me! This was my first viewing of your podcast, and I will say that you have another subscriber! Love your content! i have also suffered through a herniated disc and it truly is awful pain. I really appreciate you bringing this to light. Thank you!!! And please never ever feel like you are too much! I love your vibe! if people can't handle it, tell them to kick rocks!

[@oh_hey_kk]

Mayim you're amazing. You don't know how much I needed this. I can't thank you enough 💜

[@soraya678]

For me the big star is Mayim, she is complementing Iliza about her confidence. But I always think the person who still does the things which makes the person scared or anxious that shows his/her strength and I call that confidence

[@monikarate]

There are so many super legit levels to this that can't even be stressed or expressed enough. 2 über amazing people. Thanks to you both for making the world a better place.

[@77Cardinal]

Taking notes form Eliza all the way through. Thank you Mayim for interviewing your friend. Iliza talking about authenticity and point of view focused on saying things she stands behind was pretty powerful for me. I left a lifetime in Santa Barbara California and settled on a homestead farm in Canada because my wife is like that. I write letters from the farm on Facebook and a publisher wants to talk. Nothing I shared about politics or opinions on social issues matters to people I write to. Birthing lambs, finding skunks in the barn, writing about pieces of past lives I've found plowing a field and what's in the pockets of my dirty farmer jeans seem to matter more. Thanks.

[@PossumLover1111]

This was a riveting interview/show. I normally have the attention span for podcasts of a gnat. But I got really involved in this as it was fascinating, intelligent, funny, and so meaningful. Thanks!

[@bittertea]

I always appreciated how insightful Iliza Shlesinger was. She is one of my favorite comedians. Great talk.

[@HeartFireSessions]

I love hearing you two talking about energy work and the importance of the mind in healing. That’s my jam. I am a massage therapist and energy healer.

[@savetheenvironment8243]

Everything about this project is amazing ! The context first of all , the intro , the people , the whole idea and it inspires me so much. Honestly Dr. Bialik, you are my role model ! Thank you deeply for your work !🙏

[@TrippingtheBrightFantastic]

I feel this, literally. I've been doing inner work for years.

[@annedreilleclarete9613]

Been waiting for this video! I love this episode. I already listened to it on Spotify. Love love everything about this interview. Love you three!

[@laylas5341]

My favorite cue to say to myself is "remove your tongue from the roof of your mouth" - it's amazing how much awareness that thought brings to the tension I hold around my jaw and my voice and the back of my neck

[@timboslice090]

@MayimBialik I love this soooo much. This one one podcast was so informative (even though briefly touched with time given) about back pain and management. I'm not the only one that needs more of this content. I also cant leave without saying that the insight shared by you and Iliza should be shouted from a mountain top for young women everywhere. Thank you Dr. Bialik, Ive been a fan of yours forever!!

[@sandieking9007]

3 episodes in, and I am hooked! I love spending time with you!

[@xoxoCHRiiSTiiN3]

First of all, how did I not know you started a podcast?! Secondly, I love your new show! And thirdly, to me you exude confidence! I wish I was more like you! I’m so happy to have more content from you! 💕🤗 Thank you!

[@ashleycorbett6019]

You ladies saved my life. I am 25 this year and I identify with the both of you. This was honestly what I needed today and I know it's my algorithm, but thank you both for bringing light to these issues and continuing to be inspiring just by living. I ask why and why not, and you guys are fucking CRUSHING IT.

[@devernepersonal3636]

33:55 what Iliza just said is literally true for every art form. you have to be wholly comfortable with your voice and authentic and be ready to accept how you are seen. i love that she just said that.

[@norixdies]

This breakdown show gets better and better each time 🤩 🤍✨ I’m 34 and I too read that book for my back pain and I’m doing stretching that has helped me get my life back, but also I identified my stress source, which was key to my recovery. (No magic cure but a lifestyle to maintain the results/progress)

[@teresahenson8939]

Hearing Mayim laugh so hard during this podcast made my day!

[@KaldoniaKaldonia]

Mayim!!! How wonderful to find your channel!!! So much that you talk about resonates with me. What a bright light you are and how helpful you have been. Your sharing helps others heal 🙏🏼🥰. Your episode on your divorce and how to move on struck home for me. I too was married for 20 years, had two boys and when my marriage ended, it devastated me. It’s been almost 8 years and I’m still healing. What a gift to find your channel. How cool it would be to talk with you about your journey post divorce. Thank you, Mayim!!! 💗☺️

[@amberroper1320]

wow thank you ! I needed this today (at 4am when my body has decided to start the day now) Only found your page today (sorry) but I found it both relaxed and stimulating ... and also triggered some positive life goals too ! You are both inspirational (sorry Johnathan) ladies, and I loved to see the genuine friendship you share

[@mariellarosellecruz8431]

Already streamed on Apple podcast but I enjoyed it so much I gotta see your facial reactions 🙈❤️

[@louern123]

The notion of holding two opinions is so rare these days thank you !

[@madame.manage]

I love and admire this series so much, thank you Mayim for sharing your gifts with us ❤️ we are so desperate for factual information & the last 4 years has felt like an abusive relationship ... we are all sort of emerging seeking truth, thank you for providing that!