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9 of our favorite “Office Hours” videos from Shonda Rhimes

Shonda Rhimes always speaks to our soul. In Shondaland “Office hoursIn the series Shonda, our fearless leader reminisces about childhood, reveals her current favorites, and offers tips and advice in short, witty videos on everything from burnout to storytelling to taking creative risks (spoiler alert: According to her, she doesn't!). Expect a mood-boosting daily dose of all things Shonda.

Office Hours with Shonda Rhimes: Taking Creative Risks

“I don't think I took any risks,” says Shonda. “I just told the stories that interested me.” In this video, Shonda talks about how she doesn't think it's risky to want to entertain yourself and tell stories that are important to you. Hear, hear!

Consultation hours with Shonda Rhimes: How I deal with burnout

Yes, even Shonda Rhimes gets burned out sometimes, okay? With all the shows she writes and the causes she supports, I just believe her on this one. And this video is really good. This is how she recharges.

Office Hours with Shonda Rhimes: On Finding Community

Shonda isn't afraid to talk about how much the pandemic has changed her, including how she finds community and who she finds it with. In this video, she talks about the two ways she found community and reconnected with the people she loves. (Note: This is a former scandal Wife of the star.)

Consultation hours with Shonda Rhimes: Finding inspiration in difficult times

Shonda rejoices in hard times. Why? Because you can turn them into something meaningful. Of course, she has great suggestions for dealing with them, like tuning out extra noise, listening to stories, observing outside, and spending time alone. (Oh, and drawing. Always drawing.)

Office Hours with Shonda Rhimes: Advice to my younger self

The advice Shonda gave to her younger self may be surprising. To all the achievers and dreamers: listen up. We all need to hear this! You have her full permission.

Consultation hours with Shonda Rhimes: What brings me joy

What gives Shonda the most joy? It's simple. Watch the video to learn more about it and Bridgerton character that makes her smile the most. (Shonda, we are so ready for the wig line.)

Office Hours with Shonda Rhimes: What I'm Watching

“When you're busy making television,” says Shonda, “it's hard to watch television.” Yet the legendary showrunner somehow manages to keep up. From sci-fi and superhero shows to dramedies and comedies, her list of shows she's binge-watching is pretty hot. (With lots and lots of ponies, but not by choice.)

Consultation with Shonda Rhimes: My favorite TV characters

You can tell when Shonda is passionate about something, and her favorite TV characters – aside from the ones she created herself – are a topic of conversation when that happens. From nerdy and funny to cool and down-to-earth, she's versatile. Watch the video and find out for yourself.

Consultation hours with Shonda Rhimes: Iconic sayings from the show

I'm sorry, but if you haven't ended a phone conversation with the words “It's done,” have you lived? Shonda tells how some of the most legendary phrases came about, from Grey's Anatomy To scandal. Now I just want to dance it out.

Mia Brabham Nolan is an editor at Shondaland. Follow her on Instagram at @yourstrulymia.

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