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The School of Greatness

Gabriel Iglesias Opens Up About MENTAL HEALTH, Moving On From RELATIONSHIPS, & Why He Almost RETIRED

Mar 25, 2024
01:06:54
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Comedian Gabriel Iglesias discusses mental health, relationships, and nearly retiring. He shares insights on navigating fame, surrounding oneself with supportive people, and balancing stage persona with true self. The episode explores self-love, hard work, and the impact of past struggles on present growth.
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Quick takeaways

  • It is essential to balance authenticity and fame, especially in comedic personas like Gabriel Iglesias' 'Fluffy'.
  • Therapy plays a crucial role in self-exploration, humility, and emotional clarity for personal growth and inner peace.

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Struggling with Vulnerability and Authenticity

Gabriel Iglesias opens up about the struggles of being vulnerable and authentic, especially in the spotlight. He shares personal challenges post-Dodger Stadium success and the internal conflicts faced when wanting to discuss personal struggles offstage but maintain a comedic persona. Iglesias reflects on separating his on-stage character 'Fluffy' from his true self, revealing the complexity of maintaining authenticity while managing fame and inner peace.

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