The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett JACKASS Star Steve-O: A SHOCKING Story Of Unaddressed Childhood Trauma, 3-Day Drug Binges, Mocking Death & Craving Attention! (HOW TO TURN YOUR LIFE AROUND).
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Jul 6, 2023 In this captivating conversation, Steve-O, the iconic stunt performer and comedian from 'Jackass', shares his tumultuous journey through a chaotic childhood marked by his mother's alcoholism and his struggle with addiction. He opens up about his deep-seated fears of death and how these fueled his thrill-seeking behavior. Reflecting on his path to sobriety, he discusses the emotional complexities of success, guilt, and the ongoing quest for attention. With humor and honesty, Steve-O reveals how he transformed pain into purpose through comedy and self-discovery.
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Unstable Upbringing
- Steve-O's upbringing involved frequent moves and a lack of parental attention, contributing to his attention-seeking behavior.
- His mother struggled with alcoholism, while his father, a businessman, was often absent.
Early Stunts and Alcoholism
- Steve-O's father would give him a dollar for doing stunts as a child.
- His mother's alcoholism involved binges lasting days or weeks, a pattern he recognized early on.
Alcoholism as a Disease
- Alcoholism, a disease centered in the mind, has a genetic component and can manifest as a mental illness.
- Steve-O, despite witnessing his mother's struggles, developed alcoholism, highlighting the nature of addiction.
