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Gillian Anderson: How to Get What You Want (in Bed and in Life)

2024/10/29
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Key Insights

Why do our fantasies reflect the culture we live in?

Fantasies often mirror societal norms and desires, reflecting what we see as possible or desirable in our current environment.

Why is rebelling against societal norms freeing?

Rebellion allows individuals to break free from restrictive expectations, embracing their true desires and identities without societal constraints.

Why might someone think they don't deserve what they want if their innermost desires are not fulfilled?

If basic needs and desires are not met or valued, it can lead to a belief that more personal or intimate desires are also unworthy of fulfillment.

Why has Gillian Anderson been an icon for many lesbians?

Anderson's public persona and roles have resonated deeply with the LGBTQ+ community, serving as a symbol of strength and authenticity.

What is Gillian Anderson's media hub about?

It's a platform called thisisgillian.com, continuing conversations around her work and supporting women globally through live events and readings.

Chapters

Gillian Anderson discusses her high school years, being named 'most likely to get arrested' and 'most bizarre,' and how her rebellious nature has shaped her career and personal life.
  • Gillian Anderson's high school years were marked by her outsider status and unconventional style.
  • Her rebellious nature has been a consistent theme throughout her life and career.
  • Anderson's high school experiences foreshadowed her future roles as strong, independent women.

Shownotes Transcript

Gillian Anderson: How to Get What You Want (in Bed and in Life)

Icon Gillian Anderson joins Glennon, Abby, and Amanda to talk about everything from sexual fantasies to why she says “F you” to wellness culture. With wit, honesty, and an intoxicating spirit of rebellion, Gillian inspires us to ask for what we want—both in the bedroom and in life. This is a conversation that will make you feel bolder and more connected to your own desires.

-How our fantasies reflect the culture we live in;

-Why rebelling against societal norms can be so freeing; and 

-The emotional moments that left Gillian in tears. 

About Gillian: 

Gillian Anderson is an award-winning film, television and theater actor, producer and director. Among other honors, she has won two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards and an Evening Standard Theatre Award. In addition to her acting work, Gillian is also globally recognized as a respected activist and charity campaigner, previously co-authored the Sunday Times bestseller We: A Manifesto for Women Everywhere with Jennifer Nadel, and in 2023 founded the wellness drinks brand G-Spot which encourages women to embrace their unique power. In 2016 Anderson was appointed an honorary OBE (Order of the British Empire) for her services to drama. She lives in London with her three children.

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