Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard David Harbour
Jul 30, 2018
David Harbour, best known as Jim Hopper in Stranger Things, brings his charisma and wit to the conversation. He discusses his skepticism towards intellectualism and the importance of empathy, while candidly sharing his experiences with bipolar disorder. David debunks the myth that suffering fuels creativity and reflects on his journey through addiction recovery. The duo humorously navigate topics from acting as self-discovery to societal views on mental health, all while keeping the laughter alive with light-hearted anecdotes.
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Power of AA Community
- Seek community for healing as it provides support beyond religion or money.
- AA remains pure because it relies on self-support and limits outside influence.
Maturity Brings Artistic Focus
- With age, ambition and narcissism tend to decline, supporting deeper self-acceptance.
- Older actors gain focus on the craft itself rather than external validation.
Act for Yourself Only
- Approach each audition or role focus purely on the moment itself.
- Let go of worries about others' opinions and enjoy acting for yourself.
