Angel Parker: Grit, Perseverance & The Realities of a Hollywood Career
Manifesting Your Mission with Brianna Brown Keen
Release Date: 02/17/2025
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info_outlineThis week on Manifesting Your Mission, Brianna chats with powerhouse actress Angel Parker about resilience, balance, and navigating Hollywood. From The Recruit to American Crime Story: The People v. OJ Simpson, Angel shares how perseverance, self-care, and trust have shaped her career. She opens up about working out of town while raising a family, overcoming setbacks, and the strength she found through personal hardships. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on grit, self-trust, and remembering who the hell you are - no matter what life throws your way.
In this episode, you will learn…
- How to tackle a career in the entertainment industry with grit and tenacity.
- The challenges and rewards of balancing career and family responsibilities.
- Why honoring emotions is important for self-discovery and healing.
“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” - Ian MacLaren
Time Codes:
00:00 Introduction
01:05 Finding Silver Linings & Embracing Resourcefulness
03:23 The Power of Grit & Resilience in the Entertainment Industry
06:45 Balancing Work & Family Life: The Importance of Self Care
13:20 Partnership: Communication, Support, & Taking Turns
18:35 The Benefits of Moving for Family Support
22:40 Simple Self-Care Practices for a Busy Schedule
25:02 Simplicity & Prioritizing What Truly Matters
37:35 Honoring Your Daily Routine
41:23 The Importance of Listening to Your Feelings
45:03 Building a Supportive Community
49:44 Finding Joy & Having Fun
51:26 Expressing Gratitude for Opportunities
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Connect with Angel:
Instagram: @angelparkerla
Website: www.AngelParker.com
Connect with Brianna:
Instagram: @briannabrownkeen
TikTok: @briannabrownkeen
YouTube: @briannabrownkeen - Full video versions of each episode are available here!
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BONUS CONTENT! Angel’s Favorites…
Book Rec: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
Documentary Rec: Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart
Inspirational Song: Mad by Solange
Inspirational Follow: Alex Elle
Charity Pick: Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Ronald McDonald House