Jan 24, 2022, 1:00 AM ETInterview, Fireside Chat

Fearne Cotton: THIS Is How To Build Confidence & Set Yourself Free | E116

The Diary Of A CEOFearne Cotton

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Fern Cotton anticipates a potential return to live TV and radio work in the future as she matures, though current plans prioritize safety and managing the stress of young children, making immediate return uncertain.
She plans to forge a less mainstream career path that allows for greater autonomy and authenticity, intentionally avoiding high-pressure situations that trigger anxiety or panic attacks in the foreseeable future.
Cotton intends to transition by acting from an authentic internal voice to overcome egoic doubts, expecting initial instability or "wobbly" reactions from her social circle as she transforms her professional identity.
She expects to break free from limiting belief loops and stop worrying about past mistakes by maintaining daily practices of self-compassion and journaling to challenge negative self-opinions.
Fern Cotton plans to continue daily walking meditation and non-religious prayer, including gratitude practices and messages to the universe, to maintain humility, find meaning, and identify perceived guidance or coincidences.
She anticipates that her book Bigger Than Us will resonate by presenting spirituality in an inclusive, "everyday" manner, with long-term plans to expand "Happy Place" content into festivals and digital experiences.
Cotton expects to influence the younger generation of women by challenging systemic judgments regarding female ambition and motherhood, aiming to shift cultural norms toward celebrating rather than judging women's success.
She plans to maintain physical and mental well-being during busy periods by using Huel for nutrition and by extracting herself from social situations and media that trigger self-comparison.
Fern Cotton intends to continue writing and speaking openly about mental health struggles like depression and panic attacks to help others feel less alone and to demonstrate that these issues are often symptoms of lifestyle rather than isolated personal failures.
She expects that by measuring life by connection rather than quantifiable metrics, she will reduce mental torture, set clearer boundaries, and naturally attract supportive relationships.
Cotton anticipates that the next generation will naturally move past current societal judgments, and she plans to support female leaders in her management team to foster this progression.
She hopes to reach a state of freedom by age 80 where she can pursue personal happiness without external pressure, though she aims to achieve this earlier if possible.
Fern Cotton plans to continue her daily practice of "getting quiet" through journaling or nature observation to understand her true self beyond external projections and the voices of the patriarchal system.
She expects that by rejecting the pressure to appear fancier or smarter, she will help others feel less compelled to mask their true selves, echoing the advice she gave to her twin.
Cotton anticipates that by continuing to write and speak honestly about her experiences, she will help others recognize that negative thoughts are lies, giving them the space to try new things and enter relationships.
She plans to continue using the law of attraction as a framework to manifest desired realities, focusing on specific goals and maintaining a cognitively focused mindset.
Fern Cotton expects that by maintaining her current workaholic habits she is acting from self-loathing, and she plans to recognize this pattern to choose self-care alternatives instead.
She intends to continue exploring difficult topics like depression in her content, believing that sharing these stories has worth and can help others find meaning in a messy world.
Cotton anticipates that by focusing on the "hugeness" of the universe and the brevity of life, she can let go of self-importance and pettiness, finding liberation in this perspective.
She expects that by continuing to practice self-compassion and acknowledge her shadow side, she will be able to celebrate her gifts while accepting her mistakes.
Fern Cotton plans to continue her daily walks regardless of weather to extract herself from stress and find humility in nature.
She expects that by continuing to write diaries and reflect, she will develop self-awareness and wisdom, exuding authenticity in her interactions.
She anticipates that by continuing to listen to her authentic voice and ignoring the egoic voice that doubts her, she will successfully navigate the bumpy road of her new career.
Fern Cotton expects that by continuing to practice walking meditation and non-religious prayer, she will find a balance between listening to her ego and asking for help.
She hopes that by continuing to challenge the patriarchy and its influence, she will help create a world where people celebrate each other rather than judging one another.
Fern Cotton plans to continue using her platform to discuss the importance of being bold in expressing ambition, hoping to shift the cultural narrative around female success.
She expects that by continuing to write and speak about her underlying self-opinions of unworthiness, she will help others understand these thoughts are lies.
Fern Cotton anticipates that by continuing to challenge the timidness observed in successful women, she will help them feel more comfortable discussing their success and money.
She expects that by continuing to use her platform to discuss systemic unfairness, she will raise awareness and encourage change, particularly for younger generations.
Fern Cotton plans to continue her daily practice of looking at the sky and nature to remind herself of her small place in the universe.
She believes that by continuing to focus on "being" rather than "quantifying," she will stop the mental torture of comparison and start hanging out with people who make her feel good.
Fern Cotton expects that by continuing to challenge the voice in her head that calls her a "piece of shit," she will eventually stop believing it and act on her self-worth.
She hopes that by continuing to write and publish books, she will help people find meaning in connection and realize that meaning is found in connection in its various forms.
Fern Cotton anticipates that by continuing to share her story of depression and recovery, she will help others understand that mental health conditions are symptoms of the way we live our lives.
She expects that by continuing to avoid the trap of convenience food and using Huel, she will safeguard her health during busy times.
Fern Cotton believes that by continuing to encourage people to try the salted caramel flavor of Huel, she will help them join the "Hueligan camp" and improve their nutrition.
She expects that by continuing to write diaries and reflect on her experiences, she will continue to develop her self-awareness.
Fern Cotton plans to continue her journey of forging a new path where she can be truly me, even if it is not as mainstream, believing this path will continue to feel liberating.
She anticipates that by continuing to listen to her authentic voice and ignore the egoic voice, she will successfully navigate the bumpy road of her new career.
Fern Cotton expects that by continuing to practice walking meditation and non-religious praying, she will find a balance between listening to her ego and asking for help.
She hopes that by continuing to challenge the patriarchy, she will help create a world where people celebrate each other.
Fern Cotton believes that by continuing to be bold in her expression of ambition, she will help shift the cultural narrative around female success.
She expects that by continuing to use her platform to discuss systemic issues, she will help raise awareness and encourage change for younger generations.
Fern Cotton plans to continue her daily practice of getting quiet and listening to her internal voice to understand who she is.
She anticipates that by continuing to challenge the timidness she has observed, she will help women feel more comfortable speaking about success and money.
Fern Cotton expects that by continuing to write and speak openly about her underlying self-opinions, she will help others understand these thoughts are lies.