Lily Harrison

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Lily's background and path to acting @ 0:00

Lily discusses growing up with actor parents who moved the family from LA to Oregon to give their children a more normal childhood. She was initially shy about pursuing acting but eventually took acting classes and moved to LA, where she found success in commercials and comedy writing.

Navigating parenthood and career @ 6:03

Lily shares how becoming a mother significantly impacted her creative process and career goals. She initially struggled with the loss of creative freedom and solitude, but eventually embraced focusing on motherhood and writing her own material. Lily and her partner Peter have found flexibility in their schedules to accommodate their family needs.

Deciding to have a child @ 39:44

Lily was initially unsure about having children, but after fertility concerns at age 30, she and her partner decided to try. Lily was surprised when she became pregnant quickly, and she reflects on the challenges and joys of new motherhood.

Balancing self-care and family life @ 56:07

Lily shares how she carves out 30 minutes of alone time each night after her son Jack goes to sleep, which helps her recharge and be more present for her family. She emphasizes the importance of giving yourself grace as a parent.

Recap and closing @ 1:00:14

Emily and Lily wrap up the conversation, expressing gratitude for the discussion and the joys and challenges of motherhood.