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Bill Hader on Anxiety, Imposter Syndrome, and Leaning into Discomfort
Jan 5, 2024
Actor and comedian Bill Hader discusses his anxiety and panic attack on live television. He talks about directing, finding the right collaborators, and embracing discomfort for personal growth. They also touch upon imposter syndrome and the importance of positive feedback in overcoming it.
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- Bill Hader channels his anxiety into his work, using it as a driving force for creativity.
- Hader reflects on his journey from imposter syndrome to finding confidence, emphasizing the importance of persistence and the right collaborators.
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Facing Anxiety and Channeling it into Creativity
Bill Hader, known for his work on Saturday Night Live and as the creator of the hit HBO show, Barry, opens up about his experience with anxiety and how he uses it as a driving force for creativity. Despite dealing with panic attacks on live television, Hader discusses how he channels his anxiety into his work and the practices he uses to manage it. He emphasizes the importance of having the right collaborators and creating honest work, which have been instrumental in his success.
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