Heather Graham, a lifelong people pleaser, recognized her self-sabotaging behaviors in her 40s. In her film Chosen Family, she channels her struggles with family disapproval and personal relationships into comedy. She portrays Ann, a yoga teacher facing familial manipulation while trying to navigate a romantic relationship. The film reflects her life experiences, particularly regarding her own long-standing issues with her family. Writing this film offered Graham a cathartic outlet, enabling her to explore the challenges of saying no and prioritizing one’s own happiness.
Graham reflects on her tendency to please others throughout her life, even after her success, before realizing the importance of prioritizing her own needs.
In 'Chosen Family,' Graham explores the complexities of relationships, featuring characters that resonate with her personal challenges as she delves into enabling and dysfunction.
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