Episode
869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
1:05:44
Published: Wed Oct 30 2019
Description
We want a direct path to success. But the road is never straight. What makes it special isn’t just the destination but the journey that shaped us. Along the way, we discover ourselves. We pick up skills and learn how to deal with our fears and emotions. But the emotions that took us to the top often will not keep us there. We must learn a new set of skills to maintain our success and go further. In today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about dealing with anger, preparation, and the journey to success with a Hollywood star: David Walton. David Walton is a talented actor who rose to prominence on television and is well known for his role on the comedy series “New Girl” and for his character Will Freeman on the successful series “About a Boy.” So get ready to learn about emotional growth, how to handle relationship conflicts, and mastering your emotions on Episode 869. Some Questions I Ask: Do you ever feel insecure as an actor? (21:30) Why do you think we hold on to anger and frustration? (27:00) What’s the best part and the worst past about the acting business. (46:30 How do you deal with your fear? (52:00) What questions would you ask Tom Cruise? (50:00) What advice would you give to actors who fear their work will be judged instead of appreciated? (55:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: The effects of alcohol on our behavior. (18:00) Why the destructive forces of shame and guilt are so powerful. (20:00) Why we all want to feel loved. (21:30) How to confront your partner or spouse in a relationship. (32:00) How to make it through the challenges of an acting career. (44:30) The importance of dealing with your fears. (52:00) If you enjoyed this episode check out the video, show notes and more at http://lewishowes.com/869 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes
Chapters
Speaker discusses how fear of failure, judgment and success can prevent people from achieving what they want.
00:00 - 03:04 (03:04)
Summary
Speaker discusses how fear of failure, judgment and success can prevent people from achieving what they want. David Walton, the guest of the show, talks about his experience with fear and how he has learned to embrace success.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker talks about their experience with experimenting with physical touch and how they have grown to appreciate it more over time.
03:04 - 06:34 (03:30)
Summary
The speaker talks about their experience with experimenting with physical touch and how they have grown to appreciate it more over time.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Two former classmates reminisce about their co-ed boarding school experience through Instagram messages and express admiration for each other's personal style.
06:34 - 09:01 (02:26)
Summary
Two former classmates reminisce about their co-ed boarding school experience through Instagram messages and express admiration for each other's personal style.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker reveals their adolescent struggles of shoplifting in high school and witnessing the harmful effects of alcohol abuse among their peers in a private boarding school.
09:01 - 11:52 (02:51)
Summary
The speaker reveals their adolescent struggles of shoplifting in high school and witnessing the harmful effects of alcohol abuse among their peers in a private boarding school.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Get 20% off your first order of Hemp Fusion CBD, which includes CBD, omegas, and terpenes to help you feel your best and focus on what matters.
11:52 - 15:42 (03:49)
Summary
Get 20% off your first order of Hemp Fusion CBD, which includes CBD, omegas, and terpenes to help you feel your best and focus on what matters.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses the theory that people feel more like themselves when drinking because they are not consumed with worry or doubt.
15:42 - 21:20 (05:37)
Summary
The speaker discusses the theory that people feel more like themselves when drinking because they are not consumed with worry or doubt. This theory is based on the book, Power versus Force by Dr. Hawkins.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses the gray area of workplace interactions and how women are no longer comfortable with compliments from their male colleagues.
21:20 - 25:07 (03:47)
Summary
The podcast discusses the gray area of workplace interactions and how women are no longer comfortable with compliments from their male colleagues. The speakers also talk about sexual tension on movie sets and during wrap parties.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The primal emotion of anger can be useful in managing other emotions, such as fear or sadness.
25:07 - 28:46 (03:39)
Summary
The primal emotion of anger can be useful in managing other emotions, such as fear or sadness. It can be a more powerful state than fear, and can be utilized in sports psychology or in daily life.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares their experience of recognizing their inner conflict and the struggle to maintain emotional control in a situation of power dynamics.
28:46 - 31:09 (02:23)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of recognizing their inner conflict and the struggle to maintain emotional control in a situation of power dynamics.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The concept of choosing your battles refers to making a conscious decision to direct your energy towards productive and positive activities rather than feeling angry and negative, according to Jordan Peterson.
31:09 - 34:04 (02:54)
Summary
The concept of choosing your battles refers to making a conscious decision to direct your energy towards productive and positive activities rather than feeling angry and negative, according to Jordan Peterson.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
This podcast episode shares a technique for managing negative emotions by paying attention to where it is in your gut and using breath to move the energy through your body.
34:04 - 36:46 (02:42)
Summary
This podcast episode shares a technique for managing negative emotions by paying attention to where it is in your gut and using breath to move the energy through your body.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
An actor reflects on the challenges of making it big in Hollywood with a "I don't need this" attitude after experiencing an easy start.
36:47 - 40:04 (03:17)
Summary
An actor reflects on the challenges of making it big in Hollywood with a "I don't need this" attitude after experiencing an easy start.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses how acting with confidence and mental health can build lasting relationships in the entertainment industry, using their own experience working with NBC as an example.
40:04 - 42:19 (02:14)
Summary
The speaker discusses how acting with confidence and mental health can build lasting relationships in the entertainment industry, using their own experience working with NBC as an example.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A snippet of a conversation about the speaker's desire to shadow crews, an actor's experience with his early roles and getting paid, and brief references to their work in Perfect Couples and Burlesque.
42:19 - 47:03 (04:44)
Summary
A snippet of a conversation about the speaker's desire to shadow crews, an actor's experience with his early roles and getting paid, and brief references to their work in Perfect Couples and Burlesque.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The stress and fear of public speaking can be attributed to a lack of clarity and Scientology's concept of "getting clear."
47:03 - 52:37 (05:33)
Summary
The stress and fear of public speaking can be attributed to a lack of clarity and Scientology's concept of "getting clear." Studies have shown the negative effects of excessive focus on publicity and the importance of substance over surface-level appearances.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses the concept of making everything you do sacred, and how it relates to cooking, ingredients, storytelling, and life in general, while acknowledging the fear of judgment in social media.
52:37 - 57:48 (05:11)
Summary
The speaker discusses the concept of making everything you do sacred, and how it relates to cooking, ingredients, storytelling, and life in general, while acknowledging the fear of judgment in social media.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker reflects on life lessons and shares how he wants to pass on a sense of brotherhood to his kids and the world.
57:48 - 1:02:17 (04:28)
Summary
The speaker reflects on life lessons and shares how he wants to pass on a sense of brotherhood to his kids and the world.
Episode869 Relationships, Fear and Doing What You Love with David Walton
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Don't let fear hold you back from opportunities and bring joy to your life by helping others.
1:02:17 - 1:05:20 (03:03)
Summary
Don't let fear hold you back from opportunities and bring joy to your life by helping others. Be a champion or a hero and reach out to someone who might be struggling.