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How To Fail With Elizabeth Day
S17, Ep10 Elliot Page on the transcendence of showing up as himself
Jul 5, 2023
Elliot Page, a powerful and honest individual, shares experiences of living a 'closeted' life and struggles with friendship and reaching out for help. Topics include abusive homophobia in Hollywood, battles to connect with true self, euphoria of presenting physically as oneself, and troubling experiences during a magazine photoshoot.
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- Elliot Page reflects on the struggle of being closeted, disguising himself, and hiding his partners, highlighting the detrimental impact it had on his mental and physical health, as well as the strain it placed on his relationships.
- Page shares their experience of struggling with isolation and failing to effectively communicate their emotions and struggles to friends and partners, emphasizing the immense importance of friendship and chosen family in their healing journey.
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Failure to come out and be true to oneself
Elliot Page reflects on the struggle of being closeted, disguising himself, and hiding his partners. He discusses the pressure he felt in Hollywood to conform and the fear that coming out would jeopardize his career. Page acknowledges the detrimental impact this had on his mental and physical health, as well as the strain it placed on his relationships. He regrets not utilizing his platform earlier to be visible and vocal for the LGBTQ+ community. However, Page expresses gratitude for the healing and validation that came from writing his memoir, 'Page Boy,' and the positive impact it had on his relationships.
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