Jul 12, 2021
Hugh Jackman is an award-winning
actor and an overall fascinating and introspective individual. In
this episode, Hugh reflects upon his acting career, including how
he navigated many tough decisions that led to important
professional turning points for him. Peter and Hugh have an
intimate discussion related to handling professional criticism,
self-identity, spirituality, raising kids, and the role that past
trauma often plays in extremely driven individuals. Hugh gives the
inside scoop on some of his most well-known character roles and
explains how he finds the energy to consistently perform. Finally,
they tie the conversation together with a discussion on the
importance of physical and mental health and
wellbeing.
We
discuss:
- Hugh’s voracious curiosity and
early years of his acting career [2:15];
- Self-identity, overworking, and
the importance of living well [9:15];
- Handling criticism and letting go
of the desire to please everyone [18:30];
- Dismissing vitriol on social
media, and the challenge of communicating science
[28:15];
- Going with your gut
and the value in finding the right partner
[31:30];
- A hard decision that lead to
a turning point in Hugh’s life [40:15];
- How driven personalities often
develop from a place of trauma, and how to avoid going from
productive to destructive [47:00];
- The effect of fame on Hugh’s
family [58:45];
- How Hugh finds the energy to
consistently perform, and the spiritual connection he feels when
acting [1:07:15];
- Hugh’s experiences on the set of
The Fountain and the meaning behind the
film [1:26:30];
- The potential of imagination, the
idea of a higher power, and thoughts on science vs. religion
[1:33:45];
- The deep connection Hugh felt to
Logan (his character in Wolverine) [1:41:45];
- Reflections on physical aging,
emotional wellbeing, and longevity [1:55:15];
and
- More
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