What a gem of a podcast, what a gift to the world. Ben, thank you for creating this, you have no idea how many people will feel heard and seen because of it. When Kit was describing the anxiety part, I almost started crying, thinking, yes this is how it feels like. As for Kit, hats off to him. For his courage and honesty about such a difficult, yet necessary to discuss topic. Jon Snow is a good (hu)man, and so is Kit.
Let's hope Hollywood sleeps on him and leaves him alone. Hollywood is kind of sick. It's all about vanity, image, and you have 90 percent of actors saying that it's corrupt and that they feel empty in that industry. This interview is eluding to this. Fuck Hollywood 😊, people don't have to be glamorized all the time.
The funny thing to me is that Kit felt lacking when comparing himself to Jon Snow, but what I see in Kit is a man willing to learn, evolve, and better himself. He lamented not being better from the start, but ironically, he fits my definition of a good man. He challenges himself and checks his worst excesses, and he shows remarkable introspection. Keep up the good work, mate.
I am so glad for Kit Harrington. He may not be Jon Snow IRL, but he is still brave and open and strong like any hero. I hope his life continues to evolve in a happy and positive way. He deserves it.
Kit came to a Comic Con a few weeks after he got out of rehab and I remember everyone being really chill during his panel because we all knew that he was in recovery and it was a really nice experience, one of the questions someone sent to the moderator was literally “How are you doing man?”
@@JGburneraccount TRUST ME... you DONT want it.. be fucking glad you dont have it. everyday sucks and is so slow.. your time perception simply doesnt work sometimes.. you breakdown and shit. Just be glad.. dont judge.
22:42 hearing someone diagnosed with ADHD who talks about always being too EARLY, is refreshing. It feels like people always attribute lateness with ADHD and it's always the exact opposite with me. I obsess over being at a place and can do pretty much nothing else until my appointment so I always end up really early.
Thank you for being open and honest Kit. My son is ADD and an addict as well and this helps me understand some of what he may be going through. He is only 2 months sober and it has been a struggle for him. We need to talk about this more. You are a brave man. Thank you so much.
Great interview. But I think everyone is a bit different in how they cope with their anxieties. I never had an addiction problem - but the darkness phases are much longer with me and isolation is not recommended longterm. 🙃 Never really found a good way to cope with some triggers - sometimes Music really helps me when I'm alone outside. Or in groups of people I trust it's better. I really emphasized with his kinda forced ways to escape. I'm now in a place where I can tell those close to me when it's too much and I need a bit of alone time to decompress. Though the cigarette is a sneaky, but probably not the healthiest strategy. Impressive that he leaned so much about himself - though I don't want to discourage anyone but it's probably a lifelong journey to discover more.
ADD and addict here. If you get chance, tell your son I'm super proud of him. I'm trying so hard and it's so difficult. No friends and destroyed my close relationships.
ADD and former, self-rehabed, addict here. It's always going to jump into the forefront of his head at the WORST times and sometimes get loud. The desire, craving. Over time, it will get easier to ignore and quiet down. But the war is not going to die down quickly, this will be YEARS (took 9 for me). My congrats, he's got this.
@@stigolumpy Gaming and weightlifting. Micro tracking my health as a distraction, and a fast paced game that gets LOUD at times, were my 2 weapons that seem to help me the most. And keep everything around you clean and organized.
I can't thank you both enough. As a women with ADHD I constantly carry unnecessary guilt. Does anyone else here feel the guilt feeling without knowing why?❤
Pls he kept mentioning things and I was like yeah that’s adhd anxiety and depression are comorbid w it addiction is basically a given with it him talking ab needing stimulation in general is it him not being able to sleep at night cause of a bunch of thoughts going on in his head is also it not being able to focus on work because of stuff happening around him and being bad at multitasking and trying to get himself to hyper focus is all v much adhd it was funny to listen to 😭
Executive Functioning issues. Causes that freeze/fatigue. All part of ADHD. Example: We can all see a fire on the stove and touch it with our hands. Quite an easy thing. But our brains know it'll be painful so it won't let us. That's the neurodivergent issue. It's not laziness (it's chemistry). Our brains recognize tasks as uncomfortable/painful so doing them becomes energy draining. There are ways to trick the brain into enjoying the doing of tasks and there are medications (with a prescription) that aide our brain chemistry.
there are ways to "trick" the brain without medication too. ADHD, ADD, etc. ......these are all new illnesses that have come about by our unnatural ways of living (technological addiction) eating, and disconnection with nature. This is one of the cons of technology; our brains aren't evolving at the same rate that technology is evolving and we can't handle the immense amount of information flooding into our brain. Most Americans are completely addicted to their cell phones; it's become the new lens in which they see and act in the world; looking for a quick rush of endorphins from a 10 second video. I read every single day and I can't tell you how many people look at me with astonishment that I'm actually reading a BOOK.
There are lots of men with this depth of honesty I am sure he would want to know who they are. And they are women too who are also like this. ❤❤ We stand with high integrity and honesty. The problem is lots of people in the world hate this. This is the characterisic of a noble women ❤😊 She adorns her dwelling with exquisite tapestries, while her own attire bespeaks opulence and regality. Her husband commands reverence among the city's dignitaries, his eminence evident as he convenes with the elders. She demonstrates entrepreneurial acumen, crafting and vending fine textiles, thus establishing lucrative commerce with merchants. Cloaked in fortitude and grace, she faces the future with unwavering optimism. Her discourse is imbued with sagacity, and her counsel resonates with fidelity. With vigilant stewardship, she oversees the intricacies of her household affairs, ensuring its prosperity and harmony.
I have never heard someone articulate so perfectly what I am dealing with. He gives me hope to regain control over myself, and being okay with not having control but doing what I can to help myself get there
I loved Kit before, but I fucking love him even more now. Takes balls to hold your hands up and say you aren't perfect, and that you have shit to deal with like everyone else. I think it's so easy for us mere mortals to think that famous people have it easy, but here is a man whom we've all loved to watch on screen laying it bare. You're twice the man Jon Snow is, Kit. Keep fighting the good fight (no pun intended for Rose's equally epic TV series)
Gunpowder is probably my favorite thing kit has done, because he really took the lead of getting it made while also delivering a powerful and heartbreaking performance. He’s more than just Jon Snow. Incredible actor
Its odd hearing Jon Snow describing the exact same social anxiety that I have, literally the exact the same wording even. Its a testament to the quality of the man that he managed to achieve so much in spite of it.
Such a raw and human interview. I saw him in Doctor Faustus at the Duke of York Theater and his performance was insane! so psychotic that stayed with me for days. And now that he talks about it, it's incredible how he managed to embody and act every day considering what he was going through. How unstable he was. And he still came out and greeted the fans for 10 or 15 minutes, always being kind and gentle, giving them hugs and everything. It takes a lot of courage, strength and determination to change, be healthy, be better . What a brave man you are Kit! Brave 👏🏻
Omg I saw that too! I was studying theatre arts at uni at the time and it was the first thing I spent my student loan on. Was so in awe of him. He really gives it his all! 💪❤️
I've got ADD (although these days they classify everything as ADHD, since they no longer make a distinction based on hyperactivity) and I can honestly say that ADHD might actually be beneficial in creative jobs. - The downside of AD(H)D is that you're always moving from interest to interest and therefore know a bit about a whole lot of different subjects and/or people. - The upside of AD(H)D is that you're always moving from interest to interest and therefore know a bit about a whole lot of different subjects and/or people, which is great if, for instance, you need reference material to base a character on. AD(H)D makes some tasks very difficult, but it's not only bad, you just need to learn how to deal with the downs and how to appreciate the ups.
Not got ADD, nor am I an addict. No one with any kind of decency would need to be either to appreciate what this interview means to so many. It needs more people to see it. All credit to both of you for this interview. An interviewee who chose to answer honestly. An interviewer who asked the right questions, which allowed for those answers. I’m 54 and lost one of my best life long friends to alcoholism a few months ago. We’d know each other since kids, ended up starting a band together. We gigged and toured and even did an album, although unsigned. More than anything we were a true band of brothers. Watching this interview I realise as much as I tried to help him come off the drink over three decades, I’ll always wonder what more I could have done. Heartbreaker for all who loved my mate but maybe if more people see this video, they just maybe able help someone they love, avoid the same fate. Ben, thank you for the video. Kit, thank you for your honesty. I wish yourself and your family nothing but the best. You are a good man.
I'm so dumbstruck finding out that Kit and I have similar anxiety issues. The feeling of knowing you aren't alone really takes a load off your back, ya know? This was such an eye-opening podcast, Kit is such a brave, beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing these intimate moments of your life ❤
I have never heard someone describe my experiences so viscerally and clearly. And from the man who played possibly my favorite and most idolized character of all time. Word's cant say what this interview is doing/will do for me. Thank you Kit!!
I so rarely see anyone else talking about not having the time blindness, always late ADHD thing. My anxiety makes me be at least 15 minutes early to everything. And I am also the person worrying about annoying other people in a restaurant.
I have both. The worrying about being late and often being (way) early instead is the direct result of my awareness of having timeblindness. This leads to a total paralysis whenever I have an important thing to be on time for... I sometimes sit on my desk doing nothing for hours until I have to go, because if I do someting, I will completely loose track of time. Its one or the other and nothing in between.
I just commented this above... it's exactly how I feel. It seems like every video on the subject of ADHD makes it sound like we're all running around late all the time and it couldn't be farther from the truth. I'm painfully early all the time... to the point that sometimes I need to stop somewhere nearby and just wait for the appropriate time to be at the location.
I also used to worry what people thought of me at all times. Until I realized we are all gonna die really soon and we are all gonna be forgotten haha. Don’t waste energy on what other people think about you. You are PERFECT as you are! Especially if you are a little weird. I love weird people that don’t give a fuck about what people think about them!
It’s so comfortable knowing that even famous persons are actually person with the same problems we have, Kit you are a great example. U made me feel like we all can do it, no matter how worried we are about what the other tables can think
I’m autistic and can relate so strongly to short-circuiting (for me, it’s overstimulation, and I, too, shower or bathe to regulate my nervous system), social anxiety, singular focus, feeling derailed by distraction in a way that feels like the rollercoaster of my brain has gone off track and to regain the momentum requires incredible effort, and so much more. My daughter and husband have ADHD, and they are different in that they need more stimulation - they want to talk, shake, and move - whereas I want quiet, peace, and calm. I, too, hide when I’m overstimulated and will shut down (dissociate, be unable to speak, freeze) before I melt down (cry, scream, and claw at duvets or clothes). Thank you for sharing your experiences with neurodivergence, and I hope you continue to learn about the unique playbook in your brain. I also learn new tools and perspectives that help me work congruently with my brain. It’s been life-changing knowing just what causes it all and why. It removes the self-loathing of “why can’t I just do as others do?” I hope this rambling was helpful to someone in some way ❤️
Omg he may not realize it, but when he said "I don't know how to explain it", was actually perfect. I've been ADD my whole life, but didn't know it til I was much older. But to say your brain shorts out when you have several things going on at one time is the perfect way to describe it bc you literally cannot see a way forward. You just freeze bc you get so overwhelmed. God bless Kit & everyone else dealing with these same struggles. It's difficult for anyone whether you're a star or not. Love Kit and still love Jon Snow! It was the greatest show of all time, but looking forward to seeing more movies with Kit!!
YES! YES! YES! I have issues when I'm listening to something and someone speaks to me. My brain automatically just gets overwhelmed. Love your comment and thanks for sharing your story too.
This made me cry, I’m 26 years old, have adhd, am struggling with coming out of a drinking addiction, and have found a lot of comfort in the harry potter series before bed. He made sense of a lot of things that I subconsciously felt, but never dissected in a a critical way. Good job
Good for you. I'm 28 and what worked for me was realizing i had to stop entirely. In my early 20's / teens, I accepted I was simply going to be unhealthy and live dangerously. But when I was 25 I realized I wanted to quit drinking / cigarettes. I'm not perfect I use THC edibles and had some slip ups. I don't ever want drink anymore and the bad side effects from alcohol / pills are never worth it. It gets better.
I'm 24 years old, and also recovering alcoholic with adhd. I've been sober for 20 months now. Soberity can be hard, really fucking hard. But it is absolutely worth it. I wish you the best of luck, every second not taking a drink is a win.
Credit to Kit for recognizing his symptoms and acting on it. Others could easily have gotten swayed by the celebrity and glamour of it all, but he took care of himself and got the medical attention he needed. I hope he continues to pace himself through his career. Dealing with fame is impossible and we live in a difficult, cruel, and trigger happy world. Sounds like he's doing well and has a great support system at home! Much love.
I saw Kit in the play he mentioned when he was in the thick of his addiction, and I've seen him in his current play. He was and is brilliant on stage, but I commented to someone that the difference in him at the stage door was astounding. Yes back then he was fresh out of GOT and the crowd was crazy but he clearly wasn't having a good time and wanted to avoid it a lot. Now he's so much more relaxed and chilled out. I had no idea what happened between then and now until watching this - and it makes a huge amount of sense.
Anyone else think that this podcasts flows so freely because of the way they both talk? Very calm when speaking and pauses to articulate properly. They have real narrator voices
Brought me to tears knowing someone like you experiences the same struggles I deal with as well. Cannot express my amount or gratitude for your existence and this conversation you shared.
I too shower twice a day, nothing gets done without it. For a prolonged periods of time as well. I never think more clearly than when I am surrounded with the noise of running water. Good to know I'm not alone in this, cheers
This interview hits home way too hard. Jon Snow was always my favorite character in the books and then Kit ended up playing him and of course he became my fav in the show too. Sure enough I ran into my own problems with alcohol connected to social anxiety. It would get so bad that I had to get drunk to deal with every social situation to the point where I ended up drinking alone a lot of the time just like he said he did. I went on a 6 month sobriety stint last year but fell off for a couple of months but now I'm back on it! It's always comforting to know that other successful people such as Kit deal with the same issues with the level of anxiety we have and shows that we are not alone and that we can do this. I'm glad Kit is doing well. He's an inspiration and great video!
I do not have addiction or Adhd but have two children with adhd. I was a social worker for thirty years but this interview, with its honesty was beneficial to understanding two people I adore who are not like me in the social sense. Thank you for helping me understand.
As someone who has had (severe) ADHD since I was a small child, ngl the dramatic build up to 0:31 and then him saying ADHD made me laugh so hard. I just wasnt expecting that. Super life affecting, for sure.
Thank you for this! I am 41, currently working on getting a official ADD diagnosis to better understand myself. I found this very hopeful, and it is much appreciated. I would also like to add my parents too labeled me "the princess of darkness" when I was a teenager. I was all NIN and black lipstick. Apparently, I didn't smile for couple years. I can't tell you how much I relate to Kit's ability to bring down a room with a bad mood. Again, thank you for the hope, and thank you for the honesty.
Kit, thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story. I absolutely understand the "freeze" state, I become so overwhelmed I can't speak for short periods of time. Honestly, your story truly helps me to see it is possible to accomplish what I want in life, just with a little extra time, some noise cancelling earbuds, and continued therapy. I'm forever grateful.
This was truly a fantastic episode, this is already an amazing podcast!! I really found myself relating to both you and Kit. Continue with the great work 👏👏👏
I always get into tears when someone have the same struggles as me. It's kind of relief and catharsis on this part. Same here with Kit's story. Really glad he's making it great! All love goes to his kids and Rose. Cheers!
It's so interesting to see on how some peolpe can't connect the dots. Addiction and Depression are often the result of undiagnosed ADHD. The whole conversation is more or less about typical ADHD struggles but it's just a side note in this conversation. By the way. Difficulzies holding eye contact is something really common on another spectrum within the neurodivergent cosmos. To force yourself to do it anyways is called masking and drains a lot of energy.
Loved this. Prefer Kit to Kings of the North any day of the week. Real, authentic, humble, and vulnerable. Learned alot from this interview. Many thanks for sharing the realities of living with ADHD. He made me feel seen, heard and understood. Amazing what he's achieved whilst navigating life with anxiety.
18:20... Kit, you have no idea just how much RESPECT that you just gained from me right there! Thats a really powerful thought. I hope to come to that same place in my life one day. Fair play mate.
Restless anxiety, depression, oversensitivity, using alcohol/tobacco to cope, only being able to focus on one thing at a time, etc, all of those are symptoms or characteristics of ADHD. Like he said, the label is empowering for some but not him as much. That’s totally fine, it’s just interesting how everything leading up to that, I kept thinking yeah, man that’s ADHD. Great interview!
Thats what I thought as well. If it helps him to focus only on the addiction and anxiety part, its fine... whatever works and is most important for him. But it is actually just the symptom/coping mechanism of undiagnosed/untreated adhd. Its not a coincidence that so many people with adhd battle with addictions (substances or otherwise).
At the end when Kit talked about hating to lay down to go to sleep because he hated "dealing with his head" that honestly made me tear up a bit and realize I do the same thing. It's comforting to know that I'm not the only one.
wow this has been nothing like I expected, thank you for being real, Kit. Also the end hit me hard: I go to sleep every night with headphones on to listen to one of my favourite series I've heard a million times for no other reason than to drive out my own thoughts, so that I can drift to sleep. crazy
I resonate with what Kit & you were speaking about. I am undiagnosed but everything Kit said about his personality I was like yes yes yes I hear you & being a parent on top of trying to deal with your own issues but still be present for them it's ALOT. I do the same thing to switch my brain off at night but instead of Harry Potter I listen to the Hunger Games books on repeat or the Game of Thrones books I also find because I know what's going to happen it relaxe me & I can drift off eventually otherwise I'd be ruminating over things all night long. I think really understanding who you are & why you are the way you are is so important so you can be kind to yourself & know when you're not doing well instead of turning to things that will just numb it away. I also find when I write things down when I am overwhelmed helps alot so instead of just trauma dumping on the people closest to me is good. Best of luck with your podcast & Kit ❤
I truly enjoy conversations like this where we see the human side of celebrities, without their public "face" so to speak that we see on late night talk shows and such, this is just Kit being Kit - I'm here for it.
If I ever liked Kit… he was/is handsome, interesting, like an ethereal energy going around him and so addictive to watch… Now I not only like him and feel represented… I have gone through addiction to alcohol, drugs, relationships, acceptance, fomo, and now that I am sober, I am aware of the mess I had.. I was also diagnosed with ADD which helped me understand myself. Congrats!! Great episode!! Food for thought and it’s so good to see him on point
Wow, Chris (Kit) is completely different to how i thought he would be. i see him as quite normal and/or down to earth now where before i thought he was a normal movie/TV star which is completely confident and full of bravado. it makes me appreciate all his acting even more than i did before because i know he has the same struggles as me but hes hasn't let his worrying hold him back. that was a pleasure to watch and listen to. thank you both for taking the time.
I like him better now Than before! He showed himself as a human being ! Exposing his struggles and fears ! Most of them we all share ! Being the anxiety one of the most common causes for many other things ! This has reached me and taught me so much. ! You never disappoint Jon Snow ! And for the interviewer a big round of applause ! He was also very professional and human ! I need a second episode of this ..
what an amazing find! I am a reciently diagnosed autistic woman and just finished Got yesterday, so I came for one reason (the amazing actor Kit is lol) and left with a treasure! Listening to this gave me so many insights, his story and the way he expresses about himself is so relatable to me.
Went to a Rehab in Colorado Springs not too long ago. Almost 2 months sober from alcohol. I spiraled very hard and I was terrified to admit my problem. Knowing I'm not alone in this makes me feel better. Kit Harington is a good man and an inspiration.
Really really happy for Kit🥺😢🥰 I know it must take a lot of courage to face and deal with one's problems because it can be really painful to deal with unhealed scars, let alone the courage to speak openly to the world about it... and I'm really glad that he found that courage, because being honest to yourself will only makes you a better person, it takes time to change and to make peace with yourself but it will be worth it...
One of my favourite insights and podcast interviews, I see a lot of myself in Kit and to see someone who I've looked up to go through the same issues helps a lot.
Thank you for this conversation. I think it takes a lot of humility and courage to speak about oneself as Kit has done here. So much relatability. I have struggled with addiction/alcohol (sober 10 years now) and was a very heavy smoker and what Kit was saying really hit home. Stepping out to smoke was always my reset, a way to "breathe" as you are taking deep breaths so there's something there to doing that I think. The restlessness. I quit a few years ago with no slip ups and now -- When I'm working at home on my laptop, I stand up so I can rock and pace. When I get overwhelmed and highly agitated, I clean. I'm always tidying and cleaning things, or cooking or whatever. When people come to my home they say I make them nervous because I never sit down, haha. But, I can't do it for long. Movement, repetition and getting out that energy also focuses my mind. I have 4 kids and its so easy to get sidetracked, off track completely or overstimulated from noise and their energy. I've never been diagnosed with ADHD but I have always suspected its there. Anyway - this was really great to watch. Thank you again. I wish Kit all the best, his work has been a joy to follow over the years.
I'm grateful he was so honest and open. It's such a rare thing in the world, unfortunately. You can see he's done some good inner work. Beautiful interview. Kit 👌👏 keep it up.
I didn't find out I was ADHD until I was in my 60s. It explained so much about problems I'd been dealing with my whole life. Knowing is half the battle.
Definitely the most relatable, normal actor I’ve ever seen on a podcast. As a GOT fan, I think I was guilty of seeing him John Snow vs an actor playing a character. After watching this, that’s definitely changed. Must have been such a mind-fuck, playing John Snow while in active addiction. As a recovering addict myself, I can’t imagine. That juxtaposition is intense. Really appreciated this podcast. Looking forward to seeing his next project.
I’ve always rooted for Kit, and now I am so happy to hear he is doing well and and more settled in his self talk. I’m still rooting for him… and this was a wonderful interview. Thank you both! ❤️
This was such a real, deep, relatable and calming podcast. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I'm glad that it came from the actor that portrays my all-time favorite character.
I lost my husband to alcoholism, long before it actually killed him. But I never gave up hope that he'd climb his way out; he didn't and eventually it killed him and he never got to see his sons become mature men and fathers, and he never got to see his grandkids. Never give up on you, Kit.
I want to say a heart felt THANK YOU ! For making such a beautiful accommodating frank relevant and relatable piece of work. Much praise to you and the team
I'm 37, and have been a sober alcoholic for 4 years now, but i literally went through almost the exact recovery process as Harrington did. Kit, just know you're not alone. So much of rehab is realizing and learning how to deal with what the original cause that got you into that mess was. The hardest part is going in the first place. Congratulations on your sobriety, and the best of luck going forward, sir.
…I cant even put into words how much this meant to me. I rarely look up to famous people (talent wise) but he is one of the few. And now, I feel a lot better knowing he and I are living very similar lives at times mentally whilst also living totally different lives tangibly and going through similar struggles with being a Dad with these issues. Its helped me feel much less alone…Thank you.
It's so good to hear Kit convey the same feelings I couldn't vocalize myself. It's relieving to know that, despite what he says about himself not on par with his Character Jon Snow as pure goodness, he is a humble, down-to-earth man. I struggle to face my own problems, but hearing his problems and how he copes and how he develop towards the man he wants to be, especially coming from a man I look up to, there's a sense of gift given to me, an uplifting feeling that me and everyone else could deal our own problems even though it may seem bleak. We may not get away from them but we can always try and manage, and I am definitely trying to manage. Thank you for this podcast and please tell Kit thank you as well.
This really is big. Seeing you talk about these issues and describing them as well as you do, it really means a lot. I really hope Kit sees all these nice comments as well, because they really do speak to how much it means to people for him to be this open right here.
This was such a fantastic conversation! I really enjoyed how honest and deep the two of you got. It was refreshing to see others put to voice the anxieties of life that so many of us struggle with on a daily basis. When Kit talked about how his mind races when he goes to sleep, it was so relatable! I have to have the tv on something I've seen a ton of times so I don't have to pay much attention, but still makes me listen to it, just so my brain will focus on that instead of all of my anxiety, list making, money worrying, task dreading and catastrophic thinking. It's exhausting!!! It was wonderful to see Kit open up like this. I wish nothing but the best for him and his family. I hope we hear more from him. He's very good at articulating his thoughts and feelings. I think it's good for people to hear that even fame, money and success can't stop you from being a human being with issues you have to find a way to deal with or work around. The whole 'all that glitters isn't gold' messaging. I'm so glad we live in a time where people are more willing to discuss mental health and addiction. Hearing that from someone like him might be a tipping point for some to reach out for help - and I am so here for it. Great podcast!
This was so refreshing to watch. I found myself relating to a lot of his struggles with social anxiety, ADHD and addiction. I appreciate the immense vulnerability from him and have the utmost respect for him.
Thank you so much for this interview. I remember when his breakdown was happening I was rooting for him on the sidelines hoping he would get better. So I am so happy he had an amazing support system and he gave himself the grace to finally heal. It takes such a long time to forgive yourself enough to do that. Kit having imposter syndrome is such an intense feeling when you are in the public eye the way he was at such a young age. I wish him the best for him and his family and I am looking forward to all of his future projects.
Such a genuine and human interview! I loved that this addressed him as a person solely. It gives such a depth to his characters when you understand who he is and what he’s been through! 😊
I can relate a lot to the ticks that Kit is dealing with in his head that many around us do not understand. Many times we even feel alone in this because you can be misunderstood so easily. Correct help & insights will change a lot for yourself.
What a brilliant podcast. It resonates with me on so many levels.. addictions, not wanting to go to sleep, etc. what a grounded prospective on life and all. Loved it!
I love hearing that others struggle with trying to go to sleep and not being able to get out of their heads. I've been using pop culture podcasts to still my brain before bed lately, but I've also used things like white noise or rain/wave recordings.
Love everything you star in . Good job in sobriety .. I’m also in sobriety two years now . Loved GOT and was not even upset about the ending . Cannot wait and I’m hopeful for your new show in HBO.
Incredible and true conversation, reminds me of someone very close to me, thank you for this Kit. It's very nice to see you much better and happy with your life. ❤
I was not familiar with Ben before watching this podcast, but I have to say he is a great conversationalist! Just a first-rate listener... I now want to tell him all my stories
Such a nice interview...Kit Harrington has the ability to articulate his thoughts so well! The anchor of the show does his job so nicely...he is a great listener and gives Kit time to speak without interrupting!
Children have an uncanny nack for mindfulness. They live in the moment. Time doesn't exist, only the now. It's little wonder that when children without any responsibilities and parents take care of every need does a child remain fixated on what is making them happy in the moment. I remember what it was like. The days and weeks would seem to pass by so slowly. And as a kid with ADHD, boredom was the most torturous experience. With age and responsibilities that changes. I learnt to reconnect to that child-like living in the moment while in rehab which helped reduce my anxiety and increased my enjoyment of life and my love for myself. It is part of my self-care tool kit.
Thank you so much for sharing your anxiety. I always thought I was the only person with this kind of anxiety. We always think that successful people have no anxiety at all, especially actors.If more successful people shared their truth like this the entire society might be helped. Congratulations
What a gem of a podcast, what a gift to the world. Ben, thank you for creating this, you have no idea how many people will feel heard and seen because of it.
When Kit was describing the anxiety part, I almost started crying, thinking, yes this is how it feels like.
As for Kit, hats off to him. For his courage and honesty about such a difficult, yet necessary to discuss topic. Jon Snow is a good (hu)man, and so is Kit.
Don’t sleep on kit Hollywood. This man has presence.
Let's hope Hollywood sleeps on him and leaves him alone.
Hollywood is kind of sick.
It's all about vanity, image, and you have 90 percent of actors saying that it's corrupt and that they feel empty in that industry.
This interview is eluding to this.
Fuck Hollywood 😊, people don't have to be glamorized all the time.
@@Bob-l7m2gwell said!
Who is Kit Hollywood?
The funny thing to me is that Kit felt lacking when comparing himself to Jon Snow, but what I see in Kit is a man willing to learn, evolve, and better himself. He lamented not being better from the start, but ironically, he fits my definition of a good man. He challenges himself and checks his worst excesses, and he shows remarkable introspection. Keep up the good work, mate.
That's why he was a great Jon Snow... Heh.
🔥🔥🔥
He also fits with Jon's plot, he wasn't a hero from the beginning, he became one.
Great post. Couldn’t have said it better myself.
❤ you kit! Your amazing and you are doing amazing.
I am so glad for Kit Harrington. He may not be Jon Snow IRL, but he is still brave and open and strong like any hero. I hope his life continues to evolve in a happy and positive way. He deserves it.
Kit came to a Comic Con a few weeks after he got out of rehab and I remember everyone being really chill during his panel because we all knew that he was in recovery and it was a really nice experience, one of the questions someone sent to the moderator was literally “How are you doing man?”
Yo that’s so lovely ❤
as 26 year old dude w adhd, watching this while on three substances has made me finally decide it’s time to sober up
Sending you love and light friend
why does literally everyone but me have adhd nowadays....
Reading this really woke me up, its 6:00 am and I have a monster, a bong, and my vape all three on repeat since i woke up....30 minutes ago
glad you decided that. Fucking stick to it.
@@JGburneraccount TRUST ME... you DONT want it.. be fucking glad you dont have it. everyday sucks and is so slow.. your time perception simply doesnt work sometimes.. you breakdown and shit. Just be glad.. dont judge.
22:42 hearing someone diagnosed with ADHD who talks about always being too EARLY, is refreshing. It feels like people always attribute lateness with ADHD and it's always the exact opposite with me. I obsess over being at a place and can do pretty much nothing else until my appointment so I always end up really early.
Thank you for being open and honest Kit. My son is ADD and an addict as well and this helps me understand some of what he may be going through. He is only 2 months sober and it has been a struggle for him. We need to talk about this more. You are a brave man. Thank you so much.
Great interview.
But I think everyone is a bit different in how they cope with their anxieties.
I never had an addiction problem - but the darkness phases are much longer with me and isolation is not recommended longterm. 🙃
Never really found a good way to cope with some triggers - sometimes Music really helps me when I'm alone outside. Or in groups of people I trust it's better.
I really emphasized with his kinda forced ways to escape. I'm now in a place where I can tell those close to me when it's too much and I need a bit of alone time to decompress.
Though the cigarette is a sneaky, but probably not the healthiest strategy.
Impressive that he leaned so much about himself - though I don't want to discourage anyone but it's probably a lifelong journey to discover more.
ADD and addict here. If you get chance, tell your son I'm super proud of him. I'm trying so hard and it's so difficult. No friends and destroyed my close relationships.
ADD and former, self-rehabed, addict here. It's always going to jump into the forefront of his head at the WORST times and sometimes get loud. The desire, craving. Over time, it will get easier to ignore and quiet down. But the war is not going to die down quickly, this will be YEARS (took 9 for me). My congrats, he's got this.
@@stigolumpy Gaming and weightlifting. Micro tracking my health as a distraction, and a fast paced game that gets LOUD at times, were my 2 weapons that seem to help me the most. And keep everything around you clean and organized.
you watching this for info to understand your son is a great thing.
good man
I can't thank you both enough. As a women with ADHD I constantly carry unnecessary guilt. Does anyone else here feel the guilt feeling without knowing why?❤
It’s so refreshing to hear men talking honestly about their feelings, I hope young men of today take a leaf out of these inspiring men’s book
“What does adhd have to do with my addiction”
everything bro 😭😭
Literally our reaction when he said that 😅
Bigtime.
Pls he kept mentioning things and I was like yeah that’s adhd anxiety and depression are comorbid w it addiction is basically a given with it him talking ab needing stimulation in general is it him not being able to sleep at night cause of a bunch of thoughts going on in his head is also it not being able to focus on work because of stuff happening around him and being bad at multitasking and trying to get himself to hyper focus is all v much adhd it was funny to listen to 😭
Executive Functioning issues. Causes that freeze/fatigue. All part of ADHD.
Example: We can all see a fire on the stove and touch it with our hands. Quite an easy thing. But our brains know it'll be painful so it won't let us. That's the neurodivergent issue. It's not laziness (it's chemistry). Our brains recognize tasks as uncomfortable/painful so doing them becomes energy draining. There are ways to trick the brain into enjoying the doing of tasks and there are medications (with a prescription) that aide our brain chemistry.
There is no laboratory tests that gage brain chemistry. Diagnosis is by self evaluation and evaluation as reported by peers and doctors.
Well said. I’ve been diagnosed. Executive Dysfunction is awful. Makes everything way harder than it needs to be.
@@lohi172 me to a T. It really sucks
there are ways to "trick" the brain without medication too. ADHD, ADD, etc. ......these are all new illnesses that have come about by our unnatural ways of living (technological addiction) eating, and disconnection with nature. This is one of the cons of technology; our brains aren't evolving at the same rate that technology is evolving and we can't handle the immense amount of information flooding into our brain. Most Americans are completely addicted to their cell phones; it's become the new lens in which they see and act in the world; looking for a quick rush of endorphins from a 10 second video. I read every single day and I can't tell you how many people look at me with astonishment that I'm actually reading a BOOK.
@@briangoldstein3007 Please provide your sources for neurodivergence being caused by a lack of nature/natural living and eating.
Oh wow, Seeing movie stars share their struggles is refreshing! This is the first video I sat down for a full hour and enjoyed! Great content!
There are lots of men with this depth of honesty I am sure he would want to know who they are. And they are women too who are also like this. ❤❤
We stand with high integrity and honesty.
The problem is lots of people in the world hate this.
This is the characterisic of a noble women ❤😊
She adorns her dwelling with exquisite tapestries, while her own attire bespeaks opulence and regality. Her husband commands reverence among the city's dignitaries, his eminence evident as he convenes with the elders. She demonstrates entrepreneurial acumen, crafting and vending fine textiles, thus establishing lucrative commerce with merchants.
Cloaked in fortitude and grace, she faces the future with unwavering optimism. Her discourse is imbued with sagacity, and her counsel resonates with fidelity. With vigilant stewardship, she oversees the intricacies of her household affairs, ensuring its prosperity and harmony.
I have never heard someone articulate so perfectly what I am dealing with. He gives me hope to regain control over myself, and being okay with not having control but doing what I can to help myself get there
I loved Kit before, but I fucking love him even more now. Takes balls to hold your hands up and say you aren't perfect, and that you have shit to deal with like everyone else.
I think it's so easy for us mere mortals to think that famous people have it easy, but here is a man whom we've all loved to watch on screen laying it bare.
You're twice the man Jon Snow is, Kit. Keep fighting the good fight (no pun intended for Rose's equally epic TV series)
Gunpowder is probably my favorite thing kit has done, because he really took the lead of getting it made while also delivering a powerful and heartbreaking performance. He’s more than just Jon Snow. Incredible actor
He's Jon Snow
Its odd hearing Jon Snow describing the exact same social anxiety that I have, literally the exact the same wording even. Its a testament to the quality of the man that he managed to achieve so much in spite of it.
would be nice to learn to call him by his actual name and not Jon snow.
@@dantecestari9666 i did it on purpose because Jon is hero who gets the girl and saves the day.
@@immasurvivorHe gets the girl? Which show have you been watching? He doesn't even save the day. At least not in the show
@@resathe6760he gets himself two girls and saves the day several times during the 8 seasons.
@@immasurvivorboth of them end up dead and he practically does nothing in season 8. His character was totally ruined after his resurrection
Such a raw and human interview. I saw him in Doctor Faustus at the Duke of York Theater and his performance was insane! so psychotic that stayed with me for days. And now that he talks about it, it's incredible how he managed to embody and act every day considering what he was going through. How unstable he was. And he still came out and greeted the fans for 10 or 15 minutes, always being kind and gentle, giving them hugs and everything. It takes a lot of courage, strength and determination to change, be healthy, be better . What a brave man you are Kit! Brave 👏🏻
SAME! he was absolutely breathtakingly good and to do that with his fans shows he has will enough to conquer his own demons.. unlike poor ol dr f
Omg I saw that too! I was studying theatre arts at uni at the time and it was the first thing I spent my student loan on. Was so in awe of him. He really gives it his all! 💪❤️
I've got ADD (although these days they classify everything as ADHD, since they no longer make a distinction based on hyperactivity) and I can honestly say that ADHD might actually be beneficial in creative jobs.
- The downside of AD(H)D is that you're always moving from interest to interest and therefore know a bit about a whole lot of different subjects and/or people.
- The upside of AD(H)D is that you're always moving from interest to interest and therefore know a bit about a whole lot of different subjects and/or people, which is great if, for instance, you need reference material to base a character on.
AD(H)D makes some tasks very difficult, but it's not only bad, you just need to learn how to deal with the downs and how to appreciate the ups.
I literally love Kit Harrington so much I WISH he was in more films/shows
Not got ADD, nor am I an addict. No one with any kind of decency would need to be either to appreciate what this interview means to so many. It needs more people to see it. All credit to both of you for this interview. An interviewee who chose to answer honestly. An interviewer who asked the right questions, which allowed for those answers.
I’m 54 and lost one of my best life long friends to alcoholism a few months ago. We’d know each other since kids, ended up starting a band together. We gigged and toured and even did an album, although unsigned. More than anything we were a true band of brothers.
Watching this interview I realise as much as I tried to help him come off the drink over three decades, I’ll always wonder what more I could have done.
Heartbreaker for all who loved my mate but maybe if more people see this video, they just maybe able help someone they love, avoid the same fate.
Ben, thank you for the video.
Kit, thank you for your honesty. I wish yourself and your family nothing but the best. You are a good man.
I'm so dumbstruck finding out that Kit and I have similar anxiety issues. The feeling of knowing you aren't alone really takes a load off your back, ya know?
This was such an eye-opening podcast, Kit is such a brave, beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing these intimate moments of your life ❤
I have never heard someone describe my experiences so viscerally and clearly. And from the man who played possibly my favorite and most idolized character of all time. Word's cant say what this interview is doing/will do for me. Thank you Kit!!
I so rarely see anyone else talking about not having the time blindness, always late ADHD thing. My anxiety makes me be at least 15 minutes early to everything. And I am also the person worrying about annoying other people in a restaurant.
I have both. The worrying about being late and often being (way) early instead is the direct result of my awareness of having timeblindness. This leads to a total paralysis whenever I have an important thing to be on time for... I sometimes sit on my desk doing nothing for hours until I have to go, because if I do someting, I will completely loose track of time. Its one or the other and nothing in between.
This is me exactly ❤
I just commented this above... it's exactly how I feel. It seems like every video on the subject of ADHD makes it sound like we're all running around late all the time and it couldn't be farther from the truth. I'm painfully early all the time... to the point that sometimes I need to stop somewhere nearby and just wait for the appropriate time to be at the location.
I also used to worry what people thought of me at all times. Until I realized we are all gonna die really soon and we are all gonna be forgotten haha. Don’t waste energy on what other people think about you. You are PERFECT as you are! Especially if you are a little weird. I love weird people that don’t give a fuck about what people think about them!
It’s so comfortable knowing that even famous persons are actually person with the same problems we have, Kit you are a great example. U made me feel like we all can do it, no matter how worried we are about what the other tables can think
Can you hire the best specialists to help you? Cause Kitty here surely can
And you didn't know that up until now?
@@lucyfaire1980 YES famous are also humans... with a lot of money to solve problems, and a very distorted sense of actual reality
I’m autistic and can relate so strongly to short-circuiting (for me, it’s overstimulation, and I, too, shower or bathe to regulate my nervous system), social anxiety, singular focus, feeling derailed by distraction in a way that feels like the rollercoaster of my brain has gone off track and to regain the momentum requires incredible effort, and so much more. My daughter and husband have ADHD, and they are different in that they need more stimulation - they want to talk, shake, and move - whereas I want quiet, peace, and calm. I, too, hide when I’m overstimulated and will shut down (dissociate, be unable to speak, freeze) before I melt down (cry, scream, and claw at duvets or clothes).
Thank you for sharing your experiences with neurodivergence, and I hope you continue to learn about the unique playbook in your brain. I also learn new tools and perspectives that help me work congruently with my brain. It’s been life-changing knowing just what causes it all and why. It removes the self-loathing of “why can’t I just do as others do?”
I hope this rambling was helpful to someone in some way ❤️
Omg he may not realize it, but when he said "I don't know how to explain it", was actually perfect. I've been ADD my whole life, but didn't know it til I was much older. But to say your brain shorts out when you have several things going on at one time is the perfect way to describe it bc you literally cannot see a way forward. You just freeze bc you get so overwhelmed. God bless Kit & everyone else dealing with these same struggles. It's difficult for anyone whether you're a star or not. Love Kit and still love Jon Snow! It was the greatest show of all time, but looking forward to seeing more movies with Kit!!
YES! YES! YES! I have issues when I'm listening to something and someone speaks to me. My brain automatically just gets overwhelmed. Love your comment and thanks for sharing your story too.
Yes! I say “short circuit” all the time.
This made me cry, I’m 26 years old, have adhd, am struggling with coming out of a drinking addiction, and have found a lot of comfort in the harry potter series before bed. He made sense of a lot of things that I subconsciously felt, but never dissected in a a critical way. Good job
Good for you. I'm 28 and what worked for me was realizing i had to stop entirely. In my early 20's / teens, I accepted I was simply going to be unhealthy and live dangerously. But when I was 25 I realized I wanted to quit drinking / cigarettes. I'm not perfect I use THC edibles and had some slip ups. I don't ever want drink anymore and the bad side effects from alcohol / pills are never worth it. It gets better.
I'm 24 years old, and also recovering alcoholic with adhd. I've been sober for 20 months now. Soberity can be hard, really fucking hard. But it is absolutely worth it. I wish you the best of luck, every second not taking a drink is a win.
Credit to Kit for recognizing his symptoms and acting on it. Others could easily have gotten swayed by the celebrity and glamour of it all, but he took care of himself and got the medical attention he needed. I hope he continues to pace himself through his career. Dealing with fame is impossible and we live in a difficult, cruel, and trigger happy world. Sounds like he's doing well and has a great support system at home! Much love.
I saw Kit in the play he mentioned when he was in the thick of his addiction, and I've seen him in his current play. He was and is brilliant on stage, but I commented to someone that the difference in him at the stage door was astounding. Yes back then he was fresh out of GOT and the crowd was crazy but he clearly wasn't having a good time and wanted to avoid it a lot. Now he's so much more relaxed and chilled out. I had no idea what happened between then and now until watching this - and it makes a huge amount of sense.
This podcast made me love Kit even more
Jon Snow may know nothing but Kit knows everything
Long live King in the North
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Anyone else think that this podcasts flows so freely because of the way they both talk? Very calm when speaking and pauses to articulate properly. They have real narrator voices
Brought me to tears knowing someone like you experiences the same struggles I deal with as well. Cannot express my amount or gratitude for your existence and this conversation you shared.
as someone who is neurodivergent this was super relatable. especially needing to take a shower after getting overwhelmed to restart the day haha
I love showers too! Before I do anything I gotta do that shower
100%
I too shower twice a day, nothing gets done without it. For a prolonged periods of time as well.
I never think more clearly than when I am surrounded with the noise of running water.
Good to know I'm not alone in this, cheers
It's about progress, not perfection. Keep at it Kit, we love and appreciate you and all your work. So glad to hear you took action for your well-being
This interview hits home way too hard. Jon Snow was always my favorite character in the books and then Kit ended up playing him and of course he became my fav in the show too. Sure enough I ran into my own problems with alcohol connected to social anxiety. It would get so bad that I had to get drunk to deal with every social situation to the point where I ended up drinking alone a lot of the time just like he said he did. I went on a 6 month sobriety stint last year but fell off for a couple of months but now I'm back on it! It's always comforting to know that other successful people such as Kit deal with the same issues with the level of anxiety we have and shows that we are not alone and that we can do this. I'm glad Kit is doing well. He's an inspiration and great video!
I do not have addiction or Adhd but have two children with adhd. I was a social worker for thirty years but this interview, with its honesty was beneficial to understanding two people I adore who are not like me in the social sense. Thank you for helping me understand.
i had NO clue he was dealing with any of this. wow.
and gosh... the dude's as humble+honest as Jon Snow himself.
As someone who has had (severe) ADHD since I was a small child, ngl the dramatic build up to 0:31 and then him saying ADHD made me laugh so hard. I just wasnt expecting that. Super life affecting, for sure.
Thank you for this! I am 41, currently working on getting a official ADD diagnosis to better understand myself. I found this very hopeful, and it is much appreciated. I would also like to add my parents too labeled me "the princess of darkness" when I was a teenager. I was all NIN and black lipstick. Apparently, I didn't smile for couple years. I can't tell you how much I relate to Kit's ability to bring down a room with a bad mood. Again, thank you for the hope, and thank you for the honesty.
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Kit, thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story. I absolutely understand the "freeze" state, I become so overwhelmed I can't speak for short periods of time. Honestly, your story truly helps me to see it is possible to accomplish what I want in life, just with a little extra time, some noise cancelling earbuds, and continued therapy. I'm forever grateful.
This was truly a fantastic episode, this is already an amazing podcast!! I really found myself relating to both you and Kit. Continue with the great work 👏👏👏
Thank you for listening! So much more to come - give us a sub to stay updated 🟢
I always get into tears when someone have the same struggles as me. It's kind of relief and catharsis on this part. Same here with Kit's story. Really glad he's making it great! All love goes to his kids and Rose. Cheers!
It's so interesting to see on how some peolpe can't connect the dots. Addiction and Depression are often the result of undiagnosed ADHD. The whole conversation is more or less about typical ADHD struggles but it's just a side note in this conversation. By the way. Difficulzies holding eye contact is something really common on another spectrum within the neurodivergent cosmos. To force yourself to do it anyways is called masking and drains a lot of energy.
Immer wieder schön, bekannte Gesichter unter Videos zu sehen :D
Interesting. I knew I did "masking" but I didn't realise that forcing eye contact despite not being comfortable with it was part of it.
Love the vulnerability and ability to laugh at one's self.
Loved this.
Prefer Kit to Kings of the North any day of the week. Real, authentic, humble, and vulnerable.
Learned alot from this interview.
Many thanks for sharing the realities of living with ADHD.
He made me feel seen, heard and understood. Amazing what he's achieved whilst navigating life with anxiety.
18:20... Kit, you have no idea just how much RESPECT that you just gained from me right there! Thats a really powerful thought. I hope to come to that same place in my life one day. Fair play mate.
Restless anxiety, depression, oversensitivity, using alcohol/tobacco to cope, only being able to focus on one thing at a time, etc, all of those are symptoms or characteristics of ADHD. Like he said, the label is empowering for some but not him as much. That’s totally fine, it’s just interesting how everything leading up to that, I kept thinking yeah, man that’s ADHD. Great interview!
Thats what I thought as well. If it helps him to focus only on the addiction and anxiety part, its fine... whatever works and is most important for him. But it is actually just the symptom/coping mechanism of undiagnosed/untreated adhd. Its not a coincidence that so many people with adhd battle with addictions (substances or otherwise).
I'm in my 5th day of sobriety and watching this tonight is truly helping me. Thank you.
At the end when Kit talked about hating to lay down to go to sleep because he hated "dealing with his head" that honestly made me tear up a bit and realize I do the same thing. It's comforting to know that I'm not the only one.
Thank you for this vulnerable deep interview. It is so refreshing to hear real experiences of inner worlds!
wow this has been nothing like I expected, thank you for being real, Kit.
Also the end hit me hard:
I go to sleep every night with headphones on to listen to one of my favourite series I've heard a million times for no other reason than to drive out my own thoughts, so that I can drift to sleep.
crazy
I resonate with what Kit & you were speaking about. I am undiagnosed but everything Kit said about his personality I was like yes yes yes I hear you & being a parent on top of trying to deal with your own issues but still be present for them it's ALOT. I do the same thing to switch my brain off at night but instead of Harry Potter I listen to the Hunger Games books on repeat or the Game of Thrones books I also find because I know what's going to happen it relaxe me & I can drift off eventually otherwise I'd be ruminating over things all night long. I think really understanding who you are & why you are the way you are is so important so you can be kind to yourself & know when you're not doing well instead of turning to things that will just numb it away. I also find when I write things down when I am overwhelmed helps alot so instead of just trauma dumping on the people closest to me is good. Best of luck with your podcast & Kit ❤
I truly enjoy conversations like this where we see the human side of celebrities, without their public "face" so to speak that we see on late night talk shows and such, this is just Kit being Kit - I'm here for it.
If I ever liked Kit… he was/is handsome, interesting, like an ethereal energy going around him and so addictive to watch… Now I not only like him and feel represented… I have gone through addiction to alcohol, drugs, relationships, acceptance, fomo, and now that I am sober, I am aware of the mess I had.. I was also diagnosed with ADD which helped me understand myself.
Congrats!! Great episode!! Food for thought and it’s so good to see him on point
Wow, Chris (Kit) is completely different to how i thought he would be. i see him as quite normal and/or down to earth now where before i thought he was a normal movie/TV star which is completely confident and full of bravado. it makes me appreciate all his acting even more than i did before because i know he has the same struggles as me but hes hasn't let his worrying hold him back. that was a pleasure to watch and listen to. thank you both for taking the time.
Wasn't expecting this to be so good! you seem good at talking to people and getting them down to a personal level in a respectful manner.
I like him better now Than before! He showed himself as a human being ! Exposing his struggles and fears ! Most of them we all share ! Being the anxiety one of the most common causes for many other things ! This has reached me and taught me so much. ! You never disappoint Jon Snow ! And for the interviewer a big round of applause ! He was also very professional and human ! I need a second episode of this ..
Thank you, Kit. You were one of the people I looked up to when getting sober
what an amazing find! I am a reciently diagnosed autistic woman and just finished Got yesterday, so I came for one reason (the amazing actor Kit is lol) and left with a treasure! Listening to this gave me so many insights, his story and the way he expresses about himself is so relatable to me.
I'm on that journey too now and getting back into reading the books and obsessively watching interviews haha. best wishes!
Went to a Rehab in Colorado Springs not too long ago. Almost 2 months sober from alcohol. I spiraled very hard and I was terrified to admit my problem. Knowing I'm not alone in this makes me feel better. Kit Harington is a good man and an inspiration.
Very thankful to Kit for sharing insights into anxiety and ADHD. I learned a lot about myself watching this. ❤
What a beautiful and self aware human he is.
Really really happy for Kit🥺😢🥰 I know it must take a lot of courage to face and deal with one's problems because it can be really painful to deal with unhealed scars, let alone the courage to speak openly to the world about it... and I'm really glad that he found that courage, because being honest to yourself will only makes you a better person, it takes time to change and to make peace with yourself but it will be worth it...
Anybody else just feeling so validated by this? ❤
One of my favourite insights and podcast interviews, I see a lot of myself in Kit and to see someone who I've looked up to go through the same issues helps a lot.
Kit being a walking Harry Potter encyclopedia is something I would have never guessed lol Great podcast.
Thank you for this conversation. I think it takes a lot of humility and courage to speak about oneself as Kit has done here. So much relatability. I have struggled with addiction/alcohol (sober 10 years now) and was a very heavy smoker and what Kit was saying really hit home. Stepping out to smoke was always my reset, a way to "breathe" as you are taking deep breaths so there's something there to doing that I think. The restlessness. I quit a few years ago with no slip ups and now -- When I'm working at home on my laptop, I stand up so I can rock and pace. When I get overwhelmed and highly agitated, I clean. I'm always tidying and cleaning things, or cooking or whatever. When people come to my home they say I make them nervous because I never sit down, haha. But, I can't do it for long. Movement, repetition and getting out that energy also focuses my mind. I have 4 kids and its so easy to get sidetracked, off track completely or overstimulated from noise and their energy. I've never been diagnosed with ADHD but I have always suspected its there. Anyway - this was really great to watch. Thank you again. I wish Kit all the best, his work has been a joy to follow over the years.
Love you Kit!❤
You are a phenomenal actor. Recovery and healing happens.🙏🏽
You are brave and resilient.💯
Thanks for sharing with us so openly.🥰
I'm grateful he was so honest and open. It's such a rare thing in the world, unfortunately.
You can see he's done some good inner work.
Beautiful interview.
Kit 👌👏 keep it up.
I knew it! I watched this man and immediately felt a connection watching him. It's my adhd tingly sense which never fails me
I didn't find out I was ADHD until I was in my 60s. It explained so much about problems I'd been dealing with my whole life. Knowing is half the battle.
Love this interview! So honest and deep. Kit is a great actor. I applaud him for his honesty and courage.
Definitely the most relatable, normal actor I’ve ever seen on a podcast. As a GOT fan, I think I was guilty of seeing him John Snow vs an actor playing a character. After watching this, that’s definitely changed. Must have been such a mind-fuck, playing John Snow while in active addiction. As a recovering addict myself, I can’t imagine. That juxtaposition is intense. Really appreciated this podcast. Looking forward to seeing his next project.
I’ve always rooted for Kit, and now I am so happy to hear he is doing well and and more settled in his self talk. I’m still rooting for him… and this was a wonderful interview. Thank you both! ❤️
This was such a real, deep, relatable and calming podcast. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I'm glad that it came from the actor that portrays my all-time favorite character.
I lost my husband to alcoholism, long before it actually killed him. But I never gave up hope that he'd climb his way out; he didn't and eventually it killed him and he never got to see his sons become mature men and fathers, and he never got to see his grandkids.
Never give up on you, Kit.
I want to say a heart felt THANK YOU ! For making such a beautiful accommodating frank relevant and relatable piece of work. Much praise to you and the team
It is SO cool that Kit is so honest and open!! He seems very authentic. Bravo!!
I'm 37, and have been a sober alcoholic for 4 years now, but i literally went through almost the exact recovery process as Harrington did. Kit, just know you're not alone. So much of rehab is realizing and learning how to deal with what the original cause that got you into that mess was.
The hardest part is going in the first place. Congratulations on your sobriety, and the best of luck going forward, sir.
…I cant even put into words how much this meant to me.
I rarely look up to famous people (talent wise) but he is one of the few. And now, I feel a lot better knowing he and I are living very similar lives at times mentally whilst also living totally different lives tangibly and going through similar struggles with being a Dad with these issues. Its helped me feel much less alone…Thank you.
Kit > jon.
I utterly love both.
It's so good to hear Kit convey the same feelings I couldn't vocalize myself. It's relieving to know that, despite what he says about himself not on par with his Character Jon Snow as pure goodness, he is a humble, down-to-earth man. I struggle to face my own problems, but hearing his problems and how he copes and how he develop towards the man he wants to be, especially coming from a man I look up to, there's a sense of gift given to me, an uplifting feeling that me and everyone else could deal our own problems even though it may seem bleak. We may not get away from them but we can always try and manage, and I am definitely trying to manage. Thank you for this podcast and please tell Kit thank you as well.
This really is big. Seeing you talk about these issues and describing them as well as you do, it really means a lot. I really hope Kit sees all these nice comments as well, because they really do speak to how much it means to people for him to be this open right here.
Congrats, congrats for this amazing podcast! 👏👏👏😍I love Kit! So brave and honest! 👏👏👏Visibility always! Thanks, thanks!
This was such a fantastic conversation! I really enjoyed how honest and deep the two of you got. It was refreshing to see others put to voice the anxieties of life that so many of us struggle with on a daily basis. When Kit talked about how his mind races when he goes to sleep, it was so relatable! I have to have the tv on something I've seen a ton of times so I don't have to pay much attention, but still makes me listen to it, just so my brain will focus on that instead of all of my anxiety, list making, money worrying, task dreading and catastrophic thinking. It's exhausting!!!
It was wonderful to see Kit open up like this. I wish nothing but the best for him and his family. I hope we hear more from him. He's very good at articulating his thoughts and feelings. I think it's good for people to hear that even fame, money and success can't stop you from being a human being with issues you have to find a way to deal with or work around. The whole 'all that glitters isn't gold' messaging. I'm so glad we live in a time where people are more willing to discuss mental health and addiction. Hearing that from someone like him might be a tipping point for some to reach out for help - and I am so here for it. Great podcast!
This was so refreshing to watch. I found myself relating to a lot of his struggles with social anxiety, ADHD and addiction. I appreciate the immense vulnerability from him and have the utmost respect for him.
Thank you so much for this interview. I remember when his breakdown was happening I was rooting for him on the sidelines hoping he would get better. So I am so happy he had an amazing support system and he gave himself the grace to finally heal. It takes such a long time to forgive yourself enough to do that. Kit having imposter syndrome is such an intense feeling when you are in the public eye the way he was at such a young age.
I wish him the best for him and his family and I am looking forward to all of his future projects.
Such a genuine and human interview! I loved that this addressed him as a person solely. It gives such a depth to his characters when you understand who he is and what he’s been through! 😊
I can relate a lot to the ticks that Kit is dealing with in his head that many around us do not understand. Many times we even feel alone in this because you can be misunderstood so easily. Correct help & insights will change a lot for yourself.
What a brilliant podcast. It resonates with me on so many levels.. addictions, not wanting to go to sleep, etc. what a grounded prospective on life and all. Loved it!
How hard you try to change yourself, you still remain as jon Snow in our mind
I love hearing that others struggle with trying to go to sleep and not being able to get out of their heads. I've been using pop culture podcasts to still my brain before bed lately, but I've also used things like white noise or rain/wave recordings.
literally just started GOT and AND I live in CT where he went to rehab. I do hope he has a long healthy life !
I uhh recommend you watch through season 6!!
Consider sparing yourself the heartbreak of the last two seasons 😅😅
I loved every second of it. I cant wait for the next season of the House of Dragon. @@dysmissme7343
wow idk how this only has 6k views this is an amazing podcast and you really made kit open up. I never saw this side of kit
it's up to like 48k by now. but i'm still surprised it's not even more. this was fascinating and very new info to me.
yea i agree@@_birdie
Love everything you star in . Good job in sobriety .. I’m also in sobriety two years now . Loved GOT and was not even upset about the ending . Cannot wait and I’m hopeful for your new show in HBO.
Incredible and true conversation, reminds me of someone very close to me, thank you for this Kit. It's very nice to see you much better and happy with your life. ❤
I was not familiar with Ben before watching this podcast, but I have to say he is a great conversationalist! Just a first-rate listener... I now want to tell him all my stories
Such a nice interview...Kit Harrington has the ability to articulate his thoughts so well! The anchor of the show does his job so nicely...he is a great listener and gives Kit time to speak without interrupting!
Children have an uncanny nack for mindfulness. They live in the moment. Time doesn't exist, only the now. It's little wonder that when children without any responsibilities and parents take care of every need does a child remain fixated on what is making them happy in the moment. I remember what it was like. The days and weeks would seem to pass by so slowly. And as a kid with ADHD, boredom was the most torturous experience. With age and responsibilities that changes. I learnt to reconnect to that child-like living in the moment while in rehab which helped reduce my anxiety and increased my enjoyment of life and my love for myself. It is part of my self-care tool kit.
Thank you so much for sharing your anxiety. I always thought I was the only person with this kind of anxiety. We always think that successful people have no anxiety at all, especially actors.If more successful people shared their truth like this the entire society might be helped. Congratulations