Unlock early releases, exclusive content, and the chance to ask Eli questions for potential on-air answers by joining our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/selfhype Want To Work With Eli And Join His Community? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/elivazquez1   Follow Chris Here: https://www.instagram.com/christopher__rivas/ https://linktr.ee/christopherrivas     Watch this podcast right now on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Sy3t_4no3KE   In Episode 19 of "The Self-Hype Podcast," Eli sits down with Chris Rivas, an actor, author, and PhD in expressive arts, known for his work on a Fox series and his insightful books on social identity. The episode delves into the transformative power of storytelling and the arts in personal growth and self-discovery. Chris shares his journey from acting to writing, exploring themes of identity, race, and self-acceptance. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding one's emotions and the role of art in shaping personal narratives and connecting with others. Through his stories and experiences, Christopher inspires listeners to embrace their own stories and the feelings they wish to cultivate in their lives.   00:00 Intro02:57 Christopher Rivas on Curiosity and Self-Discovery06:25 The Journey of Creating 'Brown Enough'10:05 The Struggle and Beauty of Authenticity15:58 Navigating Masculinity and Vulnerability19:24 The Work of Love and Partnership20:53 Life as a Continuous Ceremony31:59 Outro   Follow Eli online: https://www.tiktok.com/@itselivazquez https://instagram.com/itselivazquez https://www.instagram.com/theselfhypepodcast/ https://twitter.com/SelfHypePod https://www.youtube.com/@theselfhypepodcast   This podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life. https://www.instagram.com/chobostudios https://www.instagram.com/podshuttle   #theselfhypepodcast #selfhype #podshuttle #chobostudios #identity #storytelling #personalgrowth #selfdiscovery #race #selfacceptance