Into the Story: True Stories, Better Communication #77 | Validation Addict (with Will Greenblatt)
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May 13, 2025 Will Greenblatt, co-founder of Outloud Speakers School and a former child actor, reveals his struggle with validation addiction. He shares a transformative road trip experience in Spain that led him to reevaluate his life choices. Will discusses the drastic measures he took for approval and the lessons learned from a dangerous encounter with law enforcement. The episode also touches on themes of friendship, loss, and the importance of authentic connection, showcasing his journey from seeking validation to empowering others in public speaking.
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Narrow Escape from Spanish Police
- Will Greenblatt and his friends were caught with cocaine by Spanish police but managed to avoid arrest.
- They hid the drugs and pretended not to speak Spanish, narrowly escaping serious trouble.
Will's Childhood Acting Isolation
- Growing up as a child actor, Will struggled to fit in at school.
- His acting career made him feel like an outsider among peers.
Brother's Death Shatters Will
- Will's little brother died while he was away on a canoe trip, shattering his world.
- He moved from being the middle child to feeling like the baby requiring care and felt shame and low self-worth.