Un-healed and unresolved childhood trauma is at the root of 99% of everything we struggle with as adults. I wish him peace, unconditional love, and healing.

@BenicioUkulele5811

2 жыл бұрын

True!!

@kingjudah2642

2 жыл бұрын

I think think jada is his trauma he met her as an adult

@awalebebinu

2 жыл бұрын

@@kingjudah2642 No. He couldn’t have accepted how she’s treated him without being traumatized or showing up/presenting as a traumatized child.

@kingjudah2642

2 жыл бұрын

@@awalebebinu maybe he believed in the lie of love and the institution of marriage maybe he believed the lie that women want good men and not bad boys...maybe he believed that a blk woman would respect an intelligent successful responsible blk man...will fell for the lies of society his trauma started the day he realized it was all a lie.

@awalebebinu

2 жыл бұрын

@@kingjudah2642 sounds like a lot of projecting. Also, I hope you’re not looking at their relationship as an example of what to expect in the real world or in your own life. If so it might do you some good to cut the cord and disconnect for like a year or 2… or longer.

I wish him peace, unconditional love, and healing.

I don't like to see Will hurting ...it's just something about him that is so "good and kind" forget the money,the fame, I think he's just good people. Wish the best for him.❤️

@lb1798

2 жыл бұрын

Me too ❤💔❤

@googlebanmetoomuch2601

2 жыл бұрын

Will Smith killed Tupac and got away with it for 25yrs!😆

@MaryAnnMsbl34

2 жыл бұрын

The movie w Jaden while they played a homeless father and son; was absolutely heart wrenching and uplifting at the same time.

@nesq4104

2 жыл бұрын

@@googlebanmetoomuch2601 suge knight killed Tupac and Diddy did in biggie

@KNByam

2 жыл бұрын

He'll be fine.

I learned a longtime ago that parents can only give what they got. We have to push to be better and give our children better.

@KNByam

2 жыл бұрын

True.

@tiarasewlal7533

2 жыл бұрын

True but witnessing such abuse constantly is different. Some people develop the same patterns. Some people can't develop healthy relationships or trust because of it. Ive seen both personally and its easier looking in then actually living through it

@saddasweetbyers-smith7796

2 жыл бұрын

So true, I'm struggling with that reality now with my 17 year old daughter. It's sad but I'm trying to give her more but it's pouring from something I wanted or thought I had but its not what actually have.

@tiarasewlal7533

2 жыл бұрын

@@saddasweetbyers-smith7796 that's very interesting hearing it from a parent's perspective

@freshstart4423

2 жыл бұрын

I teach my children the Ten Commandments, so they can make better decisions. Matthew 19:18

"Will Smith is great but I'm ready to be me." I love that line.

I absolutely love Will Smith... not just "the actor", but the human being that he is. I'm not surprised at all that HE would be the one to come out and say... the public 'me' is not the whole 'me'.

@wolke1955

2 жыл бұрын

Love Will Smith to, what a wonderful loving person, actor, father, son 💕 I love his voice to. Wish him and his family the very best, from Germany 🙏🇩🇪🎉

Something about this man puts me at ease. He is such a kindred spirit.

@tiffanypatterson

2 жыл бұрын

agreed

@freshstart4423

2 жыл бұрын

He creates sensationalism for publicity. Nothing tangible. I teach my children the Ten Commandments so they can make better decisions.

@xanlysphynx8839

2 жыл бұрын

LIBRA

@whenraindropsfall

2 жыл бұрын

this did not age well 😬

@whenraindropsfall

Жыл бұрын

@Caramel ik just merely stating that

You can tell he fighting a lot of demons from his past can y’all see the pain an trama in his eyes an behind that laugh much love an peace Will ❤️❤️

@KNByam

2 жыл бұрын

People think he's hurting because of Jada, I honestly believe he been over her for years now. The man travels the globe living his best life. His only issue is that Jada can't keep her stuff private just like Will does. Pretty sure he has his side piece but he don't talk about it nor do the women he messes with.

@Hewhogreetswithfjre

2 жыл бұрын

@@KNByam your absolutely right. Jada can’t shut her mouth about their private life Will smith is handsome rich famous and really nice guy but that wasn’t enough for jada. It makes me wonder What chance does the average man has with modern woman.?

@kingjudah2642

2 жыл бұрын

His issues are with his terrible wife

@DJRenee

2 жыл бұрын

Yes.

@SalemGurl8701

2 жыл бұрын

@@kingjudah2642 right. This crap didn't come up until she disclosed her infedilities and insecurities on the red table talk. Alot of things should be kept within the marriage.

"That space where who you are is good enough. You don't have to be something different than you to be deservant of being loved" this is exactly the space I'm fighting to be in. Thank you Will!

My aunt worked with Will a few times as an extra. She said he is such an amazing person, kind to everyone and interacts with everyone. She said if he had shrimp and lobster during breaks and meal times, everybody had it. Very generous. Sure, he can afford it, but many celebs are actually pretty stingy with their money. He also kept a promise to his grandmother that his music would never be graphic and contain poor language. This is a solid guy, a stand up man and has features about him that we should should all strive to have.

@traderhines76

2 жыл бұрын

I can second this. While he was filming in NY, he stayed in my apartment building in NJ. He went to the gym twice a day and spoke to everyone. I even got a picture with him. He is so personable that he even yelled my name out when I went to the gym in the evening as I was surprised he even remembered it. We had tons of celebrities and athletes stay in my building but none was as friendly and engaging as Will. He’s one kind for sure.

@startracker5895

2 жыл бұрын

@@traderhines76 how long ago was this?

@traderhines76

2 жыл бұрын

@@startracker5895 This was in 2016. I think he was filming Collateral Beauty.

@DieselPurge

2 жыл бұрын

I take it all with a grain of salt, just be yourself and love your own features instead of someone else.

@russelljconquerslifehawkey

2 жыл бұрын

That’s why his wife doesn’t respect him

"I'm ready to be me." Totally understand. This is a great mind opening interview. Thank you!

"Will Smith is great, but I'm ready to be me". I felt that! How many people are being a character in their own life? It serves a purpose & can be enjoyable to a point or a burden if you don't leave room to be yourself. Being your true self can become a burden for others because they can't handle it & don't want to adjust. People who don't truly care for you want you to remain ONLY the character because it's easier for THEM.

@hthomas9891

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, they are the ones who are only your friend when it’s fun. But don’t have a problem.

@StandupGirl-ym3ey

2 жыл бұрын

Now at 40 and totally done with just surviving, I totally understand!!!!

I UNDERSTAND. Same thing here. My Dad was my hero too, despite how he treated my Mom. The confusion arises when you are older and realize how wrong it was-the trauma arises when you feel like you were PART of the abuse because it happened in front of you. I’m sure Will Smith and I are not the only ones that have had to deal with it.

Who’s watching this after the Oscars Incident

It’s easy to judge others from behind a phone, but hard to put yourself and your faults out there for everyone to see. I think in this day and age, transparency is refreshing because life is better when it’s lived authentically. Since most people are used to seeing perfection everywhere, when someone shows their failures, it’s uncomfortable to people. I’m glad Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith are keeping it real and showing people that life is not always going to be perfect. You’re going to have ups and downs but the most important thing is to focus on the good.🚀

@a.whychild6591

2 жыл бұрын

So on point with my same perspective.

@Rubylove48

2 жыл бұрын

Any healthy person knows everyone has strengths and weaknesses, things they are unconscious of and things they are working to improve. Only unhealthy people (narcissists) project an image of perfection for the world and expect others to be perfected without flaws (not talking about the abuse which is more than a flaw). Self revelation regarding ‘authenticity’ in a public forum is just a pr exercise. People who are living authentically don’t need to make money off how ‘authentic’ they are nor do they stand on a soapbox to preach and look for self congratulations about how authentic they are. wow, you have really been punked on this.

@marilynreese7903

2 жыл бұрын

Love Will

@MaryAnnMsbl34

2 жыл бұрын

I understand. My parents did not fight, but they were so different. The dichotomy of their love made me very suspicious and sensitive to other people. I was never 100% secure in my mom's love ever.

@THEOMNIVERSEPERSPECTIVE

2 жыл бұрын

@@Rubylove48 true, but everyone is different. God created me to be the irony the world needs so everytime someone tries to speak on gods creation I could be the person to come out and be like you’re wrong, stop judging … have a great day, I don’t judge I find solutions .

forgiveness is one of the keys to living a healthy free life

He is the best! he bring joy even if he telling something sad.

@genxer6928

2 жыл бұрын

He’s fake

I appreciate his honesty. This is what true maturity looks like. Great job young man.

The way she looks at Will, after he describes being a young child and not being able to help his mother from his father broke my heart. Hoda and Will my 2 favorite people, I need more, like hours more!

That’s life. People aren’t usually good or bad. They’re complicated.

Dichotomy….one of my favorite words because it reflects that humans especially our parents are fallible

@brainscott8198

2 жыл бұрын

that makes zero sense.

She is such a genuine host and interviewer. She came into that sitdown ready to feel all of the emotions that wanted to enter into the room. Very lovely segment.

@prettypuffprincess

2 жыл бұрын

Yes❤️

I'm reading the book right now and I'm having the same reactions as Hoda, The authenticity that Will is allowing himself to reveal is very healing for the reader as well. Thank goodness, the book is also funny - something to counter some of the deeply emotional and painful moments. If you enjoy memoirs, please pick up a copy, it will not disappoint.

@ItsBrittany.

2 жыл бұрын

Im excited to get the book. Does he talk about Jadas affair?

@musiclover4587

2 жыл бұрын

@@ItsBrittany. Lol, I haven't gotten that far yet. I'm on Chapter 6, he has revealed all his early family trauma and has just met DJ Jazzy Jeff.

@tarshaneilly518

2 жыл бұрын

MusicLover...what's the cost please?

@marilynreese7903

2 жыл бұрын

Im reading it now as well. He's a good man!

@musiclover4587

2 жыл бұрын

@@marilynreese7903 Hope you are enjoying it. I'm on Chapter 11, he and Jeff on are now the 'Fresh Prince'. Will is crazy!!

I always say, "People don't see you the same way you see yourself and vice-versa."

“He who is without sin cast the first stone” meaning instead of judging, how about praying for Will as well as Chris. Will is human just like us; let’s give him the same Grace and Mercy that we would all want if we were faced with this situation and the Grace and Mercy that God has already given him🙏🏽 Blessings to both Will and Chris…

Abuse is never the fault of the child. My heart breaks right out of the gate knowing this wonderful man holds shame that does not belong to him!

Wow, what a great therapy session... Hoda got more of the interview than she anticipated. Wow... that was some real talk that seldom happens in real life.

Thank you will for being vulnerable and sharing this with us. My dad was also abusive and Im actively slowly building a closer relationship with both my parents.

I love Hoda!! Her smile is electric

@kuunami

2 жыл бұрын

I find her very attractive.

It must crush his mother to hear how he feels about his father! Wow!

Will is so transparent and really put himself out there and that in and of itself is brave.

Love him so much, it’s okay not to be perfect!

I truly commend Will and have gained an even more better respect for him. I love how vulnerable and raw he is with his book,interviews and so much more. He really has endured a lot and has accomplished so much more. This has really changed my life and has given me a deeper sense of self. I love Will for this. Hopefully one day he runs across this comment. Thank you for changing my life.

On love: “To get into that space where you are is good enough, that you don’t have to be something different than you, to be deserving of being loved.” On parenting: “It’s my job to nurture and water them into becoming what they already are to grow into what they are versus being an image of something that I need for me to feel good about my parenting.” Both thoughts are something we already know as lovers and parents, but Will Smith has the most beautliful way of putting it. ❤️

Venting is the target when maintaining uncertainty however one does need this voice in order to heal. Will Smith is now healing from compromise and settling for things in his life. This is the making of a greater and more superior man!

Love. Love, love Will Smith. He has such a wisdom and maturity beyond his years!!!

These autobiographical interviews with Will Smith all make me cry he is such a necessary role model.

@cjwallace4559

2 жыл бұрын

The right word, "necessary"....men really need to heal

I love Will Smith and his family! One of the best actors ever. Thanks for being so candid. Great interview.

So refreshing to see and hear Will Smith move in his truth. He's tired of living behind the veil.

@freshstart4423

2 жыл бұрын

He's an actor, supposed to play various characters.

Will Will Will!!!! It wasn't your job to protect her! Thanks for speaking on this. Very relatable. Love you! 💜💜💜

Always knew Will was fearfully and wonderfully made. GOD IS ALL IN THIS MAN. Those people who have gone through WILL get through

Will Smith, you're an "AWESOME" person, and has grown to be an "AMAZING" man! My hat goes off to him. Most families have these same skeletons in our closets.

The best Will Smith interview ever

Great interview. Will smith is a strong and brave.

Whew!! i loved how he describes Jada--he sees his logical, geek wife recognizing the inadequacies and inauthenticities in some traditions AND sees her deeply valuing agency and devotion cool

We understand Will...and I love you

Will ....you are carrying so much hurt and sadness still. I hope you find peace soon . You are a wonderful person ❤

Will in the Oscars demonstrated how the physical violence he experienced as a child shows up in his life today. Very sad that he has not been able to rise above it.

@tulinbeyduz920

2 жыл бұрын

Yep he hit Chris brown and they didn’t do anything … ? Hmmm weird how life can repeat itself . I like will but I didn’t like what he did either

I feel so bad for Will. I have not felt judgemental even once since him and his wife have been revealing so much about themsleves and marriage. Please stop projecting on celebrities. They are humans like you.

@kikibara1

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

Me & my boyfriend watched "King Richard" last month & we both liked it.

Got the book! And can’t wait to dive in ❤️

Nice to see Will opening up. One of my favorites

Need to get this book!!! Love him!! ♥️🙏🏼

Awesome transparency from Will Smith & Excellent interview skills by Hoda Kotb allows him to be open. Excellent Excellent Excellent interview 🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁👍🏽

I stood in between my parents when my dad was beating her and it still to this day feels like I never did enough to help..

I'm so sorry to Will. I hate this hurt he endures... May God bless him with the healing he deserves

Will can't do NO WRONG in my book!!

@quentonwillis3846

2 жыл бұрын

But he can in HIS book. Lol.

@brainscott8198

2 жыл бұрын

@@quentonwillis3846 Booyah!

@mistermister9510

2 жыл бұрын

Well your book doesn’t have many pages. Lol

@marilynreese7903

2 жыл бұрын

Agree. He's a good man. I am reading the book now.

I'm loving Will unveiling himself. So much honesty & love. He just helped me to understand my brother my husband a little more.

No matter what Will says, he laughs. Peculiar.

@ianellicuellar16

9 ай бұрын

He's a happy positive person. That's why. He always tried to look at the bright side.e

@ashleyjones5396

9 ай бұрын

I think he uses laughter to hide the pain.

Just bought the book and look forward to reading it. I've listened to many interviews Will has done. If anyone is down, and want to feel motivated, you'd do no better than to listen to Will Smith. He has a track record of success, is humble, and keeps his advice so simple.

A few of my favorite Will movies: I Am Legend, Hancock, I Robot.

@bambam900

2 жыл бұрын

I love hancock.

Thank you will for helping others like me , with your honesty

A nice interview... I liked the behind-the-scenes shots of the monitor and the honesty they both shared. I plan to watch the full interview later today and will check at the local library for this new book by by Will Smith.

I had similar experiences, probably many did. He has my respect for putting it out there.

I respect his honesty because everybody is human at the end of the day we all have a little coward inside of us no one is heartless

I'm off to buy this book. Will Smath has always been a favorite ...human of mine. I am eager to read what makes this guy tick.

I have always loved Will Smith salute to you you were always a very positive good natured type of guy in my book much love

"This is great but I'm ready to be me" That should be the model for all Instagramers and facebookers.

Oceans of blessings y'all. I got the audiobook. I lost my mom to domestic violence. This book was helpful. Thanks

:The best friend I have ever had without question" (relationship goals 100 %)

I love Will Smith's Laugh! Live Your Best life Will! ✊✊😊

It's the Fresh Prince "How come he don't want me?" in a book.

Will needs to heal. He needs to say “bye jada!”

@mfululizowak9899

2 жыл бұрын

🥴🥴🥴 But when the rumors were it's him cheating y'all told Jada it rains everywhere but cause Jada won't cling to him through the emotional and psychological rollercoaster like other wives do, it's will say "bye Jada!" Got it. It's only okay to men when the person abused is a woman...

@angie-jo1mn

2 жыл бұрын

But it's always about her. 🙄

@catrathat08

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you totally Mfululizo. What people don’t see are the many years Jada has had to internalize her pain. Now she is freeing herself, while he finally works on himself.

@mfululizowak9899

2 жыл бұрын

@@catrathat08 exactly!!! But in this world, when a woman doesn't become emotionally dependant on the man for her happiness when he emotionally neglects her and publicly shames her, it's a problem. The 'ride or die' narrative only conditioned to women that even when it's your partner hurting you, you stay. Nah-ah!

@artsXart

2 жыл бұрын

@@mfululizowak9899 - Jada slept with a sick young boy. I'm sure Will is not perfect, but Jada's actions were inexcusable. When a man does what Jada did, he is the worse thing on Earth and women want the man jailed. Lol.

I love you Will for you just being the beautiful not perfect self you are!!! I am so grateful to have been around in this era to be able to appreciate you and your family and your gifts you all share with the world!!! Thank you to you and your family for sharing your lives with us!!!! 💜💜💜

Wow.. Only in for 2 1/2 minutes and I am ready to purchase his book. Sounds like he dug deep.

This is a fantastic interview and also very surprising to hear Will talk about his childhood and I just loved what Hoda said at the very end. Will is one of my most favorite actors! I mean he has just never made an "ok" movie at least as far as I am concerned.

When he says that dichotomy breaks a young mind; he is preaching the gospel of our lived experience and Jada is his father. He will never be good enough and he thinks he deserves her derision. He doesn’t.

@anniacopeland8321

2 жыл бұрын

Yes 🙌🏾

Just finished his audio book. Really good stuff. Interesting to find out he'd been to 14 ayuwaska ceremonies

This all makes sense, especially after seeing the Today show interview. I worked with you (Will) for 'The Jump' and meeting you was like meeting every role you'd ever played, in one person, something I even mentioned to my father whose a big fan of the characters you play... makes sense because I was meeting "Will Smith" not YOU. Really great stuff I cannot wait to read the book.

Wise words ❤️ I just got the Audible version of “Will”, can’t wait to dive in!

BOOM! Some deep, soul searching, emotional maturity right there! Let's just all be human shall we? Thanks for your honesty and courageous! Love💗Peace to the Smith family.

Hoda is so encouraging

I pity him. Hes in a lot of pain. Took it out on the wrong person but we can only hope it is the catalyst for his change. The world would like to see the real Will Smith not the actor. God bless Chris for not falling in the same trap.

@Lupita311

9 ай бұрын

Selective Outrage.

Will is definitely helping me out with this book/his thoughts right now!!!!

Im a proud Philadelphian. I will say Will and Kevin Hart i think are good reps for the city

can’t wait to see the movie!!!!

God bless Will Smith without measure 11/17/21

My book should be here tomorrow

@geoffreyfoster8039

2 жыл бұрын

Who helped you write it?

Just WOW! That was short and very intense. Packed a punch, deep down.

This is beautiful

Heavy stuff, Man, deep Will - had Hoda teary and breathless. 🤔

Wish I had a dollar for every time Will says ‘Y’ know

@LEM19284

2 жыл бұрын

It’s quite the “filler word”. Believe it or not he’s not using as much as he used to. Jada does it too.

Beautiful interview with Will Smith ☺️

Will is such a great guy!

This man will always be a genius to me…💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

Can not wait to read it!

Love this 💕

👑 WILL we NEEDED this. THANK YOU for being so strong for us all.

Bless you dearest Will. 🙏

@Bhodisatvas

2 жыл бұрын

You were sayin?

You can be beautiful by just being thoughtful....Love him

@percyastronautstatus.8780

2 жыл бұрын

So u love Me too ???