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The School of Greatness · May 27, 2026 · 1h 27m

Fear, Shame, and the Fight to Get Out of Your Own Way | Joel Kinnaman

Joel Kinnaman
Show Notes

Joel Kinnaman opens up about his struggles with anorexia, debilitating stage fright, and self-loathing throughout his 16-year Hollywood career. He details how he overcame performance anxiety through a method he calls radical preparation, and the impact of psilocybin experiences on his self-awareness. Despite his professional success, he reflects on the difficulty of translating that into consistent personal relationships.

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Highlights

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Anorexia and self-loathing
Kinnaman describes his battle with anorexia and deep self-loathing despite his rising fame.
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Debilitating stage fright and panic attacks
He suffered from severe stage fright and panic attacks throughout his career.
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Psilocybin experiences accelerating self-awareness
He credits psilocybin experiences with significantly deepening his self-awareness.
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Career success doesn't guarantee relationship success
Kinnaman notes that his achievements haven't led to stable personal relationships.
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Editorial

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Overcoming performance anxiety through radical preparation
He overcame performance anxiety through a method he calls radical preparation.
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