Kit Harington on ADHD: “I’m a good dad because I’m sober”
Jan 17, 2024
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Kit Harington opens up about sobriety, ADHD diagnosis, and fatherhood. He discusses navigating fame, balancing parenting and acting, and reflections on parenthood. The conversation delves into anxiety-driven behavior, inner demons, power of labels, and personal evolution using Harry Potter trivia.
Kit Harington emphasizes the importance of sobriety in being a present father and turning his life around after addiction.
Kit Harington discusses the mental toll of fame, dealing with public scrutiny, and the pressure of living up to his famous character's image.
Deep dives
Kit's Journey of Self-Discovery and Overcoming Addiction
Kit discusses his personal struggles and rock bottom moment after the end of Game of Thrones. He opens up about his battle with addiction, his experience in rehab, and the importance of being sober and present as a father. Kit highlights the contrast between the character he played on Game of Thrones and his own personal struggles, and how he found strength and self-awareness in his journey of recovery.
The Challenges of Fame and Public Perception
Kit shares his experiences with fame and how it affected him mentally. He talks about the pressure of living up to the image of his famous character, John Snow, and the anxiety that came with being perceived as a hero in real life. Kit reflects on the challenges of dealing with public scrutiny, the negative impact of media opinions, and the importance of developing a thick skin to protect his mental well-being.
Understanding and Managing Social Anxiety
Kit opens up about his struggles with social anxiety and the challenges of navigating social situations. He shares the anxiety he feels in crowded spaces, the pressure to constantly entertain, and the difficulty of coping with silence and noise. Kit discusses his coping mechanisms, such as taking showers as a reset, and the importance of separating himself from his characters to maintain a healthy sense of self.
Self-Acceptance and Embracing Change
Kit discusses the process of accepting himself and embracing change. He talks about the power of identifying as an addict and alcoholic, and how it has helped him in his journey of recovery. Kit emphasizes the need to break free from negative patterns, learn from past experiences, and release the fear of change. He shares his belief that change requires painful moments, but can ultimately lead to personal growth and a more fulfilling life.
For Kit Harington's first-ever podcast appearance, we dive deep. From his iconic role as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones and the complexities of fame, to his personal journey with addiction and ADHD diagnosis. Plus, Kit and Ben swap stories on the joys and challenges of raising children when you’re neurodivergent.
On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently.