Finding My User Manual

In this inspiring episode, Bethany Burgoyne, also known as Sassy, shares their journey of embracing her body hair, challenging societal beauty standards, and cultivating self-love through bold storytelling and unapologetic self-expression. This conversation dives into personal experiences, activism, and practical self-care tips for embracing your authentic self.00:00 - Introduction to Bethany Burgoyne and podcast topic02:28 - Bethany’s background in media and activism04:33 - The concept of page one in her user manual06:11 - Childhood experiences with body hair and societal pressures09:24 - Focus on stomach and facial hair as areas of challenge11:45 - Hiding facial hair and battling unrealistic beauty standards13:08 - Turning point and rebellion against societal expectations17:30 - That time Bethany was on TV dating show19:38 - Protecting herself emotionally and mentally during public exposure22:00 - The power of community and online support networks23:44 - Communicating boundaries with loved ones regarding body choices26:13 - Understanding and advocating for PCOS and body diversity28:13 - Gendered expectations of hair growth and societal pressures30:28 - Self-care routines: grooming, conditioning, and natural remedies32:20 - Loving and appreciating body hair as part of body positivity33:36 - Sensory pleasures of touch and body hair experience34:56 - Exploring fabric and material sensations on hairy skin36:27 - Respecting personal boundaries and not sharing access to your body37:27 - Supportive grooming experiences with loved ones39:08 - Words of encouragement for those on their self-love journey40:53 - Inspiration for younger generations and representation’s importance42:14 - Final thoughts and resources for further explorationFIND SASSYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bxassy2TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_thesassyshowSubstack: https://bxsassy.substack.com/ Youtube:  @_thesassyshow  Watch Tigz's episode on Sassy's Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mElRBmjbWF8&t=34sABOUT TIGZ RICEHello gorgeous! I’m an empowerment photographer and videographer based in London, UK. I’m also the host of the podcast Finding My User Manual, a podcast about learning how to be human, when no one gave you the user manual.Website: https://www.tigzrice.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tigzriceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tigzriceFacebook: www.facebook.com/TigzRiceTigz Rice • London Empowerment Photographer • Legacy Building Luxury Boudoir, Personal Branding & Editorial Portraits • Available Worldwide

Summary:In this episode of Finding My User Manual, host Tigz Rice welcomes Mat Ricardo, a multifaceted creative known for his work in cabaret, writing, and performance. The conversation explores themes of neurodiversity, the importance of structure in creativity, and the journey of self-discovery. Matt shares insights on learning, the significance of authenticity, and the creative risks he has taken throughout his career. The episode culminates in a discussion about his book, 'The Magic in You,' which encourages readers to explore their own creativity and skills.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Finding My User Manual02:02 The Journey of Matt Ricciardo02:56 User Manual Insights05:55 The Solitary Nature of Learning08:52 The Importance of Structure in Performance11:58 Creative Risks and Juggling Knives14:48 Theatricality in Performance20:05 Navigating the Cabaret World23:49 Choosing Your Own Responsibilities27:59 The Magic in You: A Book Overview31:01 Final Thoughts and Advice

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