#118: Understanding the media's grip on society and personal perceptions with Alex Mill, First Assistant Director.

Alex is back! In this thought-provoking episode, we look into how media—from Hollywood blockbusters to the scrolls of social media—slyly shapes our behaviours, worldviews, and our relationships-often without us even realising it.We explore ways to sharpen our discernment and regain control over our mind and feelings, in an era where we're constantly bombarded by the media. Alex shares actionable tools to critically evaluate content, ensuring that our values remain in alignment with our personal and professional life.If you’re intrigued by today’s episode, be sure to check out Episode #114: Merging Passion, Purpose, and Paychecks: Aligning What You Love with What You Need featuring Joel & Yerasimos. It's another deep dive into living with purpose and making aligned choices.Apologies for the slight delay in releasing this episode! I was recovering from a viral infection but am now almost back in full swing. Thank you for your patience as we gear up to close out the season with our final two episodes.Key Moments:[00:13:49] Discussion on Hollywood's influence and shaping of societal beliefs[00:15:05] The impact of 90s and 2000s movies on relationship expectations[00:25:23] The historical context of women in the film industry[00:31:07] The relationship between the military and Hollywood[00:40:11] Yuval Noah Harari’s views on humans as hackable animals[00:47:20] The influence of algorithms and AI on human behavior and choices[01:00:15] Concerns regarding data privacy and the potential misuse of DNA records[01:08:46] Strategies for maintaining discernment and mindfulness in media consumption[01:19:01] Alex Mill's perspective on working in the film industry with moral challenges[01:28:06] Life lessons learned and personal growth insights from Alex Mill✨ Don’t be a stranger:🎙️ Thinking about starting your own podcast? My membership at getyourpodcastdone.com will help you actually do the thing - without the overwhelm.📬 Want the good stuff I don’t share anywhere else? Hop on my email list❤️ If this episode made you think, laugh, or roll your eyes (in a good way), you can support the show here. It helps keep the mics on.The podcast host I swear by: Captivate💌 Old school and want to just say hi? Contact me here*Affiliate link alert: I get a tiny kickback if you sign up. Think of it as buying me a fancy coffee. ☕️ Connect with Alex  https://www.instagram.com/encrypt_eternity/ Alex Mill IMDB profile here.  About Alex Mill: Alex has started her career as a photographer, camera operator and video editor. Writing & directing short films has been a part of her life since age 15, as well as acting in youth drama circles and improv groups. Since 2013, Alex has been mainly working in London, UK, as an assistant director in film & advertising. Alex has a keen interest in storytelling and reflecting on human consciousness. She desires to bring about change within the industry while also acknowledging its complex nature.