))
How To Take Control of Your Life | From Hospital To Hollywood Ep. 16 With Demetre Durham
Manage episode 437765956 series 3581951
Контент предоставлен The Disciplined Man. Весь контент подкастов, включая эпизоды, графику и описания подкастов, загружается и предоставляется непосредственно компанией The Disciplined Man или ее партнером по платформе подкастов. Если вы считаете, что кто-то использует вашу работу, защищенную авторским правом, без вашего разрешения, вы можете выполнить процедуру, описанную здесь https://ru.player.fm/legal.
In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the life of Demetre Durham, an LA-based creative force with an unyielding passion for art, dance, and storytelling.
Demetre's journey is one of extraordinary resilience, beginning with a life-altering experience where he spent two months in the hospital battling pneumonia.
This brush with mortality became the catalyst for a bold decision: to leave the safety of a nine-to-five job and leap into the unknown by moving to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams.
Demetre shares how his childhood desire to see cartoons that represented him led to the creation of Titan Up Comics, a project born out of the need to see more diversity in the art world. Now, as a successful 'CURLfluencer,' actor, and creator, Demetre continues to break boundaries in multiple creative fields.
In this episode, we explore:
1. The Turning Point: How a difficult experience pushed Demetre to pursue his dreams with unwavering determination.
2. Representation in Art: The journey of creating Titan Up Comics and the importance of seeing oneself in the media we consume.
3. The Power of Creative Expression: How Demetre's diverse talents—from dance to digital animation—have shaped his unique path in the entertainment industry.
4. Lessons from the Leap: Insights into leaving behind the security of a traditional job to forge a fulfilling creative career.
Key Takeaways:
- Courage to Pivot: Learn how Demetre found the courage to change his life's direction after a life-threatening illness.
- Creating Your Own Narrative: Understand the significance of creating content that reflects diverse stories and experiences.
- Building a Multifaceted Career: Discover how Demetre has successfully navigated multiple creative pursuits in one of the world's most competitive industries.
🔥 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on mindset, discipline, and resilience. Hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!
28 эпизодов
Поделиться
