#170 Born Deaf: Georgia Meacham on Redefining Beauty Standards | A Millennial Mind Podcast

💌 Join My LIVE Monthly Workshops for FREE! - https://shivani-pau.circle.so/checkout/join-the-connective In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Georgia Meacham. An actress, influencer and known to speak up on her social platforms about being deaf and wearing hearing aids.  Georgia has built a platform aimed to inspire people to chase their dreams, break barriers and reach their potential despite what society tells us. This episode is also sponsored by Hinge, the dating app designed to be deleted! As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the highs, the lessons, and everything in between — and set fresh intentions for the year ahead. Whether you’re setting personal goals or updating your Hinge prompts, this is the season for growth and authenticity. Hinge makes it easy to put your best self forward, with thoughtful prompts that help you showcase who you truly are and connect with people who genuinely align with your vibe. If you’ve been hesitant about dating or just need a fresh perspective, Hinge is the ultimate partner in helping you find meaningful connections. Take some time to reflect on the past year, refresh your Hinge profile here: https://hin.ge/AMillennialMind :)  #ad #HingePartner What we cover: 00:00 Introduction and Initial Struggles 00:16 Realizing Deafness and Family Adaptation 00:54 Millennial Mind Podcast Introduction 02:31 Meet Georgia: Actress and Advocate 03:12 Embracing Deafness and Building a Community 04:23 Growing Up Deaf: Challenges and Adaptations 05:10 School Experiences and Bullying 11:06 Modelling Career and Hiding Deafness 12:58 University Life and Masking Identity 16:58 Coping Mechanisms and Struggles 24:37 Dating and Personal Relationships 26:18 Reflecting on Identity and Acceptance 27:40 Embracing Uniqueness and Overcoming Shame 29:41 Reflecting on Dating and Vulnerability 30:26 Struggles with Vulnerable Communication 32:36 Acceptance and Positive Conversations 32:58 Confidence and Hearing Aids 34:01 Fashion and Hearing Aids 34:42 Dating Apps and Authenticity 36:31 Setting Intentions for the New Year 38:17 Boundaries in Modern Dating 39:06 Redefining Beauty Standards 41:07 The Power of Positivity 41:57 Therapy and Self-Acceptance 46:04 Navigating Friendships and Vulnerability 49:42 Embracing the Deaf Community Whether you're looking for inspiration, a deeper understanding of the deaf community, or just a powerful story of self-determination, this episode has it all. 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! Don't forget to subscribe: www.youtube.com/@ShivaniPauPodcast KEEP IN TOUCH: 🌍 My website - www.shivanipau.com 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau/ 💌 Join My LIVE Monthly Workshops for FREE! - https://shivani-pau.circle.so/checkout/join-the-connective Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices