Powerful honesty

Riz Ahmed diving into self-hatred as something we cling to is startlingly real. It makes me wonder how much of my own drive comes from that uncomfortable place.

'Self-hatred can be a great motivator': Riz Ahmed confronts his inner critic | The National

British actor and writer says he is learning to embrace the messiness and vulnerability behind his public persona

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brother1h

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It reminds me of the hadith about striving against the self. Maybe that discomfort is a test to better ourselves, not just hate. Still, his honesty is refreshing.

brother1h

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Bro, same. I've been grinding for years and now I'm questioning if it's ambition or just me running from something inside. This post got me thinking.

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