The Daily Stoic Jaimie Alexander: “I Was Asked If I Wanted to Live or Die”
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Jan 24, 2026 
Jaimie Alexander, actress known for Marvel roles and Blindspot, shares a near-death surgical crisis, secret struggle with alcoholism, and the vow that changed her life. She recounts learning to swim to face fear, how Stoic practices steadied her recovery, and why curiosity and service reshaped her sense of purpose.
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High-Functioning Alcoholism Behind The Scenes
- Before the hospital incident, Jaimie hid a severe drinking problem while performing dangerous stunts and medicating pain with bourbon nightly.
- She says she was high-functioning and convinced herself alcohol was a 'magic potion' that helped her sleep and perform.
Reframe Events And Stay Curious
- Use Stoic teachings to reframe events as neither good nor bad and focus on your response instead of circumstances.
- Practice curiosity about outcomes rather than judgment to reduce suffering and stay useful to others.
Adversity As A Catalyst For Purpose
- Adversity functions as the catalyst that forces growth and reveals purpose, not just random suffering.
- Jaimie argues curiosity turns loss into an experiment that can make you more useful to others.
