Blocks w/ Neal Brennan
Trevor Noah
May 16, 2024
Neal Brennan talks to Trevor Noah about growing up in Apartheid South Africa, the value of trauma, diffusing conflict, his relationship with his parents, depression, ADHD, ketamine therapy, romantic relationships, racial topics, and his overall perspective on life.
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- Trevor Noah's upbringing led to self-sufficiency and reluctance to depend on others in relationships.
- Prioritizing honesty and vulnerability in relationships may initially lead to feeling isolated but can bring genuine connections.
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Growing up in an environment where his needs weren't always met led Trevor Noah to become self-sufficient. As a result, he struggled with asking for help and leaning on others in romantic relationships. His experiences with a violent stepfather and his mom's efforts to normalize a tumultuous world made Trevor wary of needing people, fearing vulnerability and potential hurt.
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