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Even the
men and women which society
bestows accolades and wealth upon come to a point when
morality and past deeds alter the image staring back at
him or her in the mirror.
By Mark Goulston
Dear Dr. Mark,
I’m a writer-producer, and I’m not using my name because everyone knows it. I’m talented, I’ve worked hard, and I deserve my reputation as a power player in television because I’m willing to take risks that others won’t. I’m one of the few "Oh yeah? Just watch me!" people in TV who routinely do the impossible. I’m at my best when conventional wisdom and conventional rules just don’t cut it. |
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As Seen in
Emmy Magazine
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Some successful people lose their morality, friends
and families stepping on and up the power ladder.
What happens when this behavior catches up with
morality? What happens when they see themselves
in the mirror?
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My problem is that the risks I take professionally earn admiration, but those that I take privately — like gambling, getting high, having affairs once in a while — are causing embarrassment and humiliation. And it’s getting worse.
I know I’m a basically good guy, but I have to admit that I have hurt more than a few people along the way. To be honest, I’ve even betrayed some of the people who have trusted and cared about me most, and I’ve lied to cover it up.
In my heart, I never meant to hurt anyone. It’s just that I’ve always done things my way, and my way works so incredibly well — at least professionally. The worst part is how much I’ve hurt my family and friends.
I’m afraid that if I let some shrink start playing around with my personality, I’ll lose that creative edge that made me successful in the first place. But I’ve got to do something. What?
EXCEPTION TO THE RULES IN MALIBU
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