In this deep and insightful episode of the IgnitedNeurons Podcast, host Utkarsh Narang sits down with Clarissa Burt to explore the foundations of self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and the journey of reparenting ourselves in a fragmented world.
From her childhood experiences and the struggles of rejection to her career as a supermodel and media personality, Clarissa shares profound lessons on building self-belief, setting boundaries through values, and prioritizing self-care. Together, they unpack how we can overcome fear, embrace failure as learning, and reconnect with ourselves in order to live with more courage and clarity.
The episode dives into:
– What self-esteem truly means beyond “being enough”
– Why rejection should be reframed as a teacher, not a setback
– The power of reparenting yourself when early conditioning limits you
– How emotional intelligence shapes our relationships with self and others
– Why self-care is as important as any other commitment
– The role of values in setting boundaries and self-respect
– Why tomorrow isn’t promised—take action today to improve relationships
– How men, in particular, can benefit from vulnerability, connection, and asking for help
Key Takeaways:
✅ Self-esteem grows from self-belief and experience
✅ Rejection is part of life—embrace it as growth
✅ Reparenting and reprogramming yourself are powerful tools
✅ Emotional intelligence guides how you see and treat yourself
✅ Prioritize self-care—it’s non-negotiable
✅ Surround yourself with uplifting, supportive people
✅ Your values define your boundaries
✅ Don’t let pride block apologies—repair relationships today
✅ Tomorrow isn’t promised; strive to be better each day
About Clarissa Burt:
Clarissa Burt is an internationally acclaimed award-winning media personality, producer, director, writer, author, public speaker, and former supermodel. With over 40 years in the entertainment industry and hundreds of film and TV credits, she brings unparalleled experience and wisdom.
She is the Founder & CEO of In the Limelight Media, and author of the bestselling book The Self-Esteem Regime, published by Rowman & Littlefield and available worldwide. Clarissa has broken barriers, from being the first American to present Russian TV at the Kremlin to receiving an Araldo Award from Prince Albert of Monaco in 2024. She has also been knighted by the Sovereign and Royal Order of Cappadocia for her contributions.
📌 Connect with Clarissa:
Website: www.clarissaburt.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarissaburt/
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