Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum ALAN RITCHSON: Biggest Fear with Reacher, Blessing and Curse of Bipolar & Connecting Through Pain
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Dec 12, 2023 Alan Ritchson discusses his current mental health amidst the success of Reacher and talks about the importance of self-compassion and focusing on the present moment. The conversation also touches on connecting through pain, the pros and cons of his mania, and the challenges of playing emotionally unavailable characters. They explore spirituality, letting go of a career-focused mindset, and the pursuit of self-discovery.
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Meet Yourself Where You Are
- Meet yourself where you are and bring compassion to your limits instead of punishing yourself.
- Push to improve tomorrow but accept today's capacity with kindness so you avoid harmful overtraining.
Use Testosterone With Medical Oversight
- Check blood work and consult a doctor before starting testosterone; it can legitimately help older actors maintain muscle mass.
- Use testosterone with medical supervision because there are organ-related side effects if misused.
Connection Happens Through Pain
- Alan says people connect through shared pain, not through displays of success or money.
- He uses vulnerability to build empathy and deeper human connection in his work and life.