JUST BEING WE with Sean Lew: stress & anxiety

welcome to “Just Being WE”
with kaycee rice
episode 6: stress & anxiety
todays topic-
stress. anxiety. and bad audio AGAIN. (i'm so sorry!!)
i’ve dealt with small amounts of stress and anxiety my whole life because i believe i am somewhat of a ‘people pleaser’ but what i came to realize was how when emotions and thoughts start to bottle up inside over time, it can catch you off guard in the most abrupt way.
this conversation actually opened up my eyes to how closed off i used to be when i was younger and how it not only affected me but how it was a cause and effect reaction to others.
we also touched on the topic of body dysmorphia, negative self talk, and how those attributes trigger moments of stress or anxiety as well.
the ironic part of this episode is that even as im typing this out and uploading, i am getting stressed and anxious because this topic has been one of the hardest things for me to open up about.
and to Sean Lew, im honored to have brought along someone who i have grown up with and knows about the highs and lows of life. i believe we have been able to understand each other because we went through some of the most challenging years of adolescence growing into adulthood where these obstacles start to form. thank you for being so honest and open. vulnerability never gets easier, but when your able to tell your story, you gain sight and knowledge of how you cope with things and how others view it as well.
anxiety got me in this episode, as you could probably tell by the amount of times i said ‘like’ but the one thing i hope people take out of this week is to never stop growing within yourself and take your time to find the courage to open up to your friends, family, and people you care about.
q: what is "Just Being WE" ?
this is a podcast, but not really a podcast.
let me explain.
it’s more about capturing a conversation and allowing a safe space for others to feel comfortable and seen. this season, in our 8 episodes, we are going to be talking about topics such as mental health, stress, anxiety and also I (kaycee) am going to be sharing my story and the things that I have dealt with as I’ve been growing up through this crazy thing we call life.
I hope that this can open up more conversations and can be a positive light to whoever may be listening. know that you are never alone in what you may be going through and we are here to share, listen, and see you for you. this podcast is a look into my life journal and just like it- it’s imperfect.
just keep being you, as we are
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[@diadlv]

Their friendship is so beautiful. You can tell they have so much admiration and respect for each other and the connection they share is so deep. Everyone deserves to have a relationship like this in their life.

[@haroldallaberg6359]

i feel bad at how much she friendzoned him tho lol

[@eve_wang3777]

​@@haroldallaberg6359 yeah... thank god he moved on now, he deserved so much better

[@annanexton4682]

@@haroldallaberg6359 oh no what happened

[@haroldallaberg6359]

@@annanexton4682 exactly what i said. she friendzoned him

[@kiarahfelizcuanan9137]

@@haroldallaberg6359how did you know?

[@pizzianinja]

Y’all I was worried something bad happened between them because we hadn’t seen them dance together in so long and their KZbin channel went down and everything this makes me feel much more at peace with the world 🤠

[@devanshithakkar2461]

Hey their KZbin channel 'Sean and Kaycee' is still there!

[@Kadir.i01]

​@@devanshithakkar2461 she meant that they don't upload new videos

[@radioactive_baby0706]

They've just been very busy

[@rumay.e]

Samee

[@annaeitler7392]

How can you NOT find this fantastic. The best KZbin conversation I've seen for months.. I can learn a lot from these young ones (I'm 40)

[@elletan]

i can hear sean's heartbeat throughout when the audio malfunctions LOLLL love u guys

[@jayltee]

“You are clearly someone who is carrying the light of hope.” Yes Sean. Yes

[@winnielovegood]

31:58 “People who see us on camera didn’t stick around for how we look, if they are inspired by how I commit to my art form, they’re gonna come back” so true 💞 supporting both of your journey

[@firdaousarchaki8788]

the way he smiled 33:46 while she was talking about how she started this year feeling great, says everything ! u guys are so lucky to have each other and i could watch u talking forever u make me happy and inspired 💕

[@tracy2888]

Can we get a part 2 to this?! You guys have an undeniable friendship and we would love to see what other things you guys have gone through as being such public figures.

[@diadlv]

I didn't even notice this was an hour long video. Could listen to you two talk forever

[@megv7481]

I'm so glad our generation has people like Sean and Kaycee who are taking up the initiative to talk about these topics and showing how important these conversations are, and how liberating they can be. Seriously, I'm so thankful, because hearing them makes me more comfortable to deal with my own issues and start to heal myself

[@pityugly_smashedroom]

This makes me so happy, I missed seeing you both together despite both have busy schedules. I love you two so much! 💗

[@strawberrypineappleandpeac3167]

I could watch they joking and talking about it or whatever they wanted to talk for the rest of my life 😭❤️

[@hanangorja468]

😱🗣️Aaaaahhhahhahh I'm screaming the one and only Mr Sean Lew 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I'm super excited for this one. Been waiting since episode 1, So thank you Kaycee

[@amyrose5165]

I’m so exccciteddd

[@moriahh7949]

Their chemistry as friends and as dance partners is soooooo amazing!! I just cannot handle it! I want a relationship like them!!😊

[@saumz1406]

I never thought something could be this therapeutic. Considering how the people I respect and look up to talked about similar things I am going through at the moment. I respect that a lot. Learning about how they had an abusive relationship with food and how they went through the phase of body dysmorphia gives me an assurance that I'm gonna get through this just like they did. If that makes sense.

[@user-du4vn2ds1e]

This episode promising to be the most amazing and touching ever.. Admire U guys so much.

[@stacyh8056]

I'm an older fan, and I am, as always, just amazed by how much I learn from you two. This was a very important and meaningful conversation, and I am really glad I watched it.

[@brittanymoodreads9486]

Thank you both for being vulnerable enough to post this. You both are an inspiration to so many people. Just being WE is so great because it really shows you are not alone and sometimes being vulnerable is a great way to heal.

[@brigc7755]

Seeing two people who I consider to be not only some of the best dancers in the world, but inspirations to me and my dancer journey, talk about such raw and human insecurities and stresses just puts into perspective for me how human everyone really is, and I appreciate this episode so, so much

[@matchachada]

It's always heartwarming seeing you guys having fun and just being comfortable with each other's present

[@shellbell11345]

The conversation between you two is so real and raw. Thanks for being you!

[@jayltee]

Thank you for giving us the gift of a little more of yourselves. Sharing your art with us is enough, but what a wonderful bonus this is

[@karenchinchilla8706]

I think what you guys are talking about is so great because this gives others,even young people such as yourselves, to see that they are not alone in these feelings and thoughts and having that connection is so valuable. I can say for myself I feel much less alone.

[@reneepuno]

this is such a gift to wake up to :) thank you for sharing this conversation with us - you didn’t have to but we appreciate it. truly. you are both such beautiful people. we are so blessed to have witnessed a teensy bit of your lives.

[@lynz_103]

So so proud of you both! Thank you for being so open and honest!

[@mavbrecken6831]

OH MY GOD, OHH MY GOD OH MAH GHADDD WHEN I TELL U I LITERALLY SCREAMED! AGHHHH IT'S BEEN A WHILE, SO NICE TO HAVE THEM BACK AGAINNNNNN!! AND I LOVEEE HOW IT'S SMTH I CAN PERSONALLY RELATE TO AND TO HEAR IT COME FROM THE BOTH OF THEM MAKES IT 100 TIMES MORE SPECIAL TO MEEE♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@feahqueen]

My face literally hurts from smiling, you two always makes me smile!❤️💗✨

[@JellyfishAwhale02]

Very honest conversation between you two. I'm so glad that i saw it and hopefully you were able to film it and just to show how it is to just being we! Very special and memorable thing for me. Thanks! 💞

[@fezalinakandol1948]

It's been a long time since I've been on youtube and this being like the first full 1 hour video I get to watch is just amazing , I really love how we get to see how lovely your souls are not just through your dance but videos like this. Thanks a ton for sharing and I just wish you guys continuous growth throughout everything you do.

[@Jess-xs1hl]

I can't wait to hear what you guys have to say! I love you both so much. SEAN AND KAYCEE TOGETHER AGAIN ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@roegoleg]

Both of you are so generous for sharing your insecurities and personal anxieties so publicly. For being so young, there was so much pressure on you for being role models; but even worse, to meet the unreasonable expectation of the fans. You are sharing an important message to others currently struggling that no matter how accomplished someone might appear on the outside, everyone is susceptible to their own fears and doubts. As an older fan of both you (and a past sufferer of anxiety and panic attacks), I’m glad you made it through this period of life without too much self-harm.

[@aracelisvlogs11]

IM SOOO HAPPY TO WATCH THIS 🫶🏻🫶🏻 I’ve missed seeing you two together

[@Derriann9705]

You two have matured very beautifully together and as individuals. Thank you so much for sharing such a special conversation.

[@aracelisvlogs11]

I can’t explain how happy this episode made me. I’ve missed seeing you two together so much but hearing you guys talk about this topic that I also tend to deal with helped so much and gave me a new perspective on it. I’m glad you two have inspired me once again and I’m really happy with this episode. I enjoyed it so much, I hope there will be future episode bc this podcast is everything ❤🫶🏻

[@tsunade5555]

Thank you for this video. I am currently dealing with anxiety and feeling lonely with my issue, so listening to you guys sharing your experience makes me feel kind of better. As you said it's a long ride, but I will take your advices. Thank you so much for being such inspirations. You two are good in your own ways, and Sean is right, we love you for your art and what you reflects as humans. I am always happy to see you guys together, you bring such a good energy when you are together and it gives smile.

[@ChaseTheSun18]

you are such a sweet soul! you are most definitely not alone in these struggles

[@sofiarozada7067]

Honestly its very joyful to be a little more closer to you guys by you sharing your inner experiences and beliefs. I admire you since years ! Love from Argentina💕

[@lu.ddanza5223]

Can't wait to watch ❤. Kaycee, thank you for being so honest, and sharing part of your life and struggles. Thank you for being open even in the description you wrote. This podcast doesn't only allow us to know your story better, but also will help a lot of people with the same struggles. Can't wait to hear this conversation, I'm sure you 2 have so much to share about the topic that we never knew about.

[@shiphrahsdiaries]

This was remarkable, so authentic and relatable. Thank you for this!🖤

[@martinaschauvinhold9033]

thank u so much for this inspirational and amazing conversation

[@beeyoungkah_vip]

How am I 2 months late to this?! I got teary eyed watching this. I love watching you 2 grow together as humans and artists. Y’all are doing amazing

[@dinabososhok8005]

I'm just ...gonna say,I love you guys so much, thanks for this episode ❤️ Sean and Kaycee,my life inspirations

[@weirdestlewser]

sean explained it perfectly kayc, we stick around because of what u do and we love u, every version of u and misss uuu.

[@jayltee]

Stress and anxiety is a big one. So common and so relatable. Great episode!

[@tiny-cookie1497]

Thank you both for this beautiful conversation. I hope that this can help many people who struggle with life and with this kind of problems.

[@Idkxle]

Really cool to see your guys’ perspective. You both are massive inspirations to thousands and have made an influence in the dance industry whether you see it or not! Your work speaks for itself

[@nujhatnishi5977]

This was amazing! Really missed you two ❤️❤️

[@kathleenfason6382]

I loved watching this! You are both such a huge inspiration to so many of us out here. Thank you for always being willing to share from so deep within yourselves. So courageous and provides such strength and hope! Love you both so much!

[@livesharpe]

so proud of you both. You are both lights that shine so brightly.

[@princessbendal]

oh kaycee we just hear seans thought but we can also hear his heartbeat for every word he says heheh. but thats a good thing because i know everything he says is real. thank you guys for sharing your past experiences.. that you never talked about before especially year 2020. i have been a fan since 2018. love you guys and miss you!!!

[@anushamurthy8263]

Such a good episode. Thanks for doing this!

[@katecosettevocals]

I love how this episode is about stress and anxiety, and you both literally cured mine with the humor you included and made me laugh so much.☺ Sean's insight on "People who watch us didn't stick around because of how we look" is so powerful. I love that. Thank you for sharing it! Such an INCREDIBLE convo, I loved it so much, such incredible insights, thank you for having this conversation!! I'd love to see more episodes with you both!💕

[@deborahedu3688]

As someone who struggles with both i just want to say this was truly helpful. Thank you both for being the light at the end of the tunnel ❤

[@deborahedu3688]

@@specialK3903 whos lying?

[@deborahedu3688]

@@specialK3903 why do you think that? Do you know them personally? Have you been a part of every single second of their life. And even if they are lying which I highly don't think they are the video was still helpful. So you spreading hate or negative opinions all over this comment section is extremely unnecessary. I suggest you do better things with your time.

[@GirlOnTheFloor]

Wow, it blows my mind, hearing you talk like this because I have my own issues with anxiety and yet, watching you for so many years, I would never imagine you had them too. You said people would watch and think, "She made this or that mistake" and all I ever saw was an unbelievably talented person. I worry about making mistakes too and I just realized from this "non-podcast" 😉 I guess I put others on a pedestal as if I'm the only one who makes mistakes. This conversation is so eye opening! Thank you for opening up and sharing.

[@srijandgupta]

You guys have gone through so much from such young age … so much pain.. it’s heartbreaking.. Just try to spend time with each other as much as you can .. time will make everything right You will see one day

[@nanlinr]

That was amazing! I'm 34 have 2 kids and I feel like I learned a lot from these two. You can kinda see Kaycee is the more optimistic one and Sean seems to be the more all-in type of person. Each has its benefit but behind all the amazing dance videos you see a glimpse of their hardwork, sweat and tears.

[@Ally666D]

OMG REUNITED AGAIN. It’s been so long. Excited to hear from both of you and see a more vulnerable side to you all!!

[@ScarlettSageEDITOR]

YESSS WE’VE MISSED YOU GUYS SO MUCH 😭

[@nataliaduana454]

Thank you for this podcast, was amazing ❤️

[@lu.ddanza5223]

Kaycee, will you do another season? I'm so sad there's only 2 episodes left 😭. Every single episode has been amazing. Don't know how to thank you for making this ❤. We love you

[@ruth5329]

omg. I've been waiting for this for months

[@natyrm]

Yes!!! I can't wait for this!!! 💕💕

[@charmaine9237]

Omg, i missed you two❤️ its been a while. Im so happy right now..

[@mazikeen_aka_maze68]

I can’t imagine being scrutinised from being so young. Eventually the negative self talk catches up with you and overwhelms you. I imagine the dance industry is a lot like the modelling industry where people hold this stereotype of what the perfect body is, not to mention the constant judgement that they have faced online so it makes sense that they would have a negative relationship with the way they look and how that would affect other areas of their lives such as going to class and being filmed. It’s really sad but I’m glad they’re at a good point in their lives. I hope the lessons they have learned and will continue to learn will only benefit them and help them navigate low points they may come across in the future. It’s brave being this open but I hope you know how much it’s appreciated. Mental health is still very much stigmatised and when we choose to talk about it, it helps others not feel alone in their own stress and anxiety.

[@mazikeen_aka_maze68]

@@specialK3903 wow you must be a really compassionate individual

[@dugarcez]

oh this was incredible, thank you so so so much

[@klaras.3577]

I was waiting for this episode!! Ahhhh

[@yam1821L]

this is amazing guys!! ❤️❤️

[@nonsens58]

what a beautiful friendship 😭i need me and my friends to sit down like this on a regular basis and just share/talk

[@Wkjj]

I really love this episode ❤ and really enjoy your conversation and I really want you to know this is really normal thing and it happened for all people but everyone have their own way to express and this how we grow and I really hoping you guys find happyes in little thing’s .❤❤

[@karenmar1529]

I know you both hear this so often but It's only because it's very true how wonderful it is to see you two together. It could be in dance, going out for a bite, just talking or even if you two were just riding bikes every one would tune in. Why, because your both so funny together, nice, kind, relatable people. I could go on and on. Of course individuality your great and love seeing your individual growth but there is something magical about being/creating together that just brings on the happiness. I'm so glad you two are close. This weeks episode was so helpful. Dealing with stress, anxiety is such a real thing that creeps in on everyone's life uninvited, so rude but what helps me is focusing on my breathing, realizing I cannot control everything and I have to be ok with that. Some days are lot easier than others and on the not so great days I remind myself that it will pass, I will be ok, I will choose happiness over worry. 😊 Thank you Kaycee for doing this podcast. 🤗

[@ellakias9595]

i feel like i can literally listen to your conversations all day long coz it feels so honest so real and the little things that you both say I can freakishly relate to it so much and it somehow just gives such a huge sense of comfort to me just thank you so much

[@andreacasey4454]

So glad you guys are still hangin out!🤩

[@nickycalder]

Listen this podcast in the middle of the night and listen you two been vurnerable about anxiety and estress is so hard and good at the same time to deal with, because I feel the same as you, and yes pandemic was the worst moment of my life with anxiety, it was hard but you two help me deal with it, to feel better, and now even anxiety is the Im feeling better with myself thank u guys for open up with us, please give us another conversation like this in another time is so good to listen to you talk about life and adulthood and how hard it is get there. Love u

[@movezzzzz]

Sooo I don't know if you'll ever see this comment but thanks to both of you for opening up. I really like the concept of these episodes in general. At this point I would like to leave a comment about the topic of body dysmorphia: I understand that there is a lot of focus on your bodies as dancers even though I never took classes. But for me as someone who is watching your class videos on youtube it was kind of the other way around. Both of you and other dancers as well inspired me so much to care less about what my body is looking like and focus more on how to use it because looks get secondary as soon as you have presence and know how to move (this goes as well for appearance in any situation, not just dancing). At least that's what I've learned for myself while watching. Even though you might haven't felt well sometimes and focused too much on the imperfections of your bodies you still had a positive impact on me :) especially BECAUSE you look great while those imperfections fade and get unnoticable and unimportant

[@aniakolosova]

My thoughts exactly!

[@hanangorja468]

This is Amazing To see you two having this conversation in your comfort zone and being vulnerable is inspiring. At the beginning Sean was a little bit nervous but Kaycee did an amazing job with coming down his nervous. You can see how he started relaxing once they started talking more. Thank you Sean and Kaycee for being so open and letting people know that they're not alone. Hopefully there will be more of JUST BEING WE "PODCAST".

[@vitoriarosamendes6263]

It's so good to see you together.. You are amazing, inspiring and real beings.. Inspirations! 💚

[@PurashShrestha]

Was waiting for this❤️

[@Flowerpaffer]

This video was so helpful and so necessary. I'm hoping for part 2🤞

[@fromcarms]

😭💘 thank you ♡ I am happy that you have endured and still stay committed to what keeps you together with yourself 🧡

[@fromcarms]

I love u

[@lauraguma5290]

I always thought that the pressure and fame being so young had to be hard to bear. But I did not imagine that they could have suffered so much. I am very glad that they have come out of the tunnel and can talk about it so calmly.

[@heybella2867]

Thank you for sharing this conversation. I relate to a lot of these things. Nice to know I’m not alone❤

[@leebaker8617]

When kaycee started this i hoped sean would be in it i haveso much love and respect for those two amazing people

[@yoaraangelie]

both of you are so inspirational 💗💗💗💗

[@noeliaalvarez8662]

So good, almost therapeutic. I felt like I was with you in that room. I love how realistic your thoughts and advices are. Sending you some love from Argentina ❤ hope to see one of these again

[@chia3805]

Thank you 🙏🏻 for being so vulnerable and honest ❤ very encouraging to be who we are 🙏🏻❤. Deep conversation 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@sabrinamarie2898]

It's been a whileeee. I missed them bothhhh ❤️

[@siennakennedy5678]

during minute 32, it made me want to say I have followed you two since before WOD and followed your guys' journey and have supported you for your dance, your friendship and all other projects. You two have inspired me through dance and mental battles. I want to thank you but also wish you two a life full of goals and I hope that you two get to do everything you are aiming to achieve.

[@livelovemove]

Can't waittt🥺🧡

[@someone.7273]

BEST EPISODE SERIOUSLY EVERYTHING YALL SAID IS SO TRUE (remember if you need help or need someone to talk to reach out❤️)

[@gloria_1141]

First of all sorry for my broken english. Kaycee dear thank you so much for this video, i love you both so much and i really appreciate how you two can communicate with us with this kind of topic. Sometimes i feel like i related so much to this topic and it feels nice to having disscussion about this. And also i really love you guys friendship so much, like i wish i can get a friend like you two can had each other. The way you guys talking to each other and disscussing just so comfortable to watch. I don't even remember the last time i watch a youtube video with long duration like this lol. In conclusion i really respect you two as a human being, a dancer, an artist, an inspiration, so keep going on and i will always support you. Much love

[@Warriorlindo]

I enjoyed every moment of this. Just keep being we! 😉

[@abignix2102]

No but fr sean lew approved was so iconic pls bring it back

[@checkyourbrakes]

32:10 yes, Sean nailed it (at least for me)- in a way the way you look does inspire us on our "fitness" journey but I think the way you inspire us is different than you conceptualize when you're judging your body - I hope I can make this clear (it's an abstract thing). I was So much fitter in my late teens and early twenties because I loved horseback riding, farrier work, roller blading, and kayaking. I don't look back on the body though. I look back on how fun those things were and that doing them now, after some office time, stay at home parenting time, etc., which have all kept me much less active than I was, would be challenging at my level of fitness now. Your obvious passion for your sport does inspire fitness stuff, but it's related to wanting to do the things that bring me that kind of thrill again. So it's definitely not about the body. It's that there's joy in movement we enjoy. Your joy and passion (when it's easy and when it's difficult) is what inspires

[@a_true_dreamer4860]

“Ppl can wait”. Love that Sean. 👏

[@j3ffr33yy]

“I also think there’s nothing wrong with waiting till the time is right to share your demons…like people can wait” so powerful bro

[@quimmis]

I hope to see Sean here again, your conversation was perfect for the moment I'm going through. You're doing really good with the podcast Kaycee, love you guys

[@Movingmts111]

LOVE THIS EP!!!!!!!!!

[@baysloane8012]

I literally love you both I found out about u guys in 2019 and I've been your biggest supporter ever❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@dux14]

There’s something so pure about this relationship. Great episode ❤️

[@JustBallad]

Sooooooo talented and very sincere Artists! A genius duo! I love "false confidence" dance video! Amazing Artists!👏👏👏👏👏