I just re-watched Sherlock Holmes and Ironman 2, and seeing Robert Downey, Jr. reminded me of this clip I saw. You may not agree with everything he’s saying, but I think it’s quite a statement:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AAJuynxnTQ
He’s talking about how Mel Gibson helped him out when he was coming out of the low point in his life. And I really enjoy the term he used, “Hugging the cactus,” for learning to deal with past issues. It’s an interesting concept, and one that probably everyone could learn something from.
Downey has become someone worth admiring. He always had talent, and now he’s harnessed his talents, cleaned up his act, and blown everyone out of the water. He seems to be quite a guy!
4 comments
Comment by superchargedhobbit on March 28, 2012 at 10:06 am
That man continues to amaze me! He is a prime example to us all that it is never too late to change your direction in life, even if it means you have to “Hug the damn catcus!”, make better decisions and give yourself a better life. The hard part, as with everything, is just taking the first step and acknowledging to yourself that a change is needed!
Comment by Laurel on March 28, 2012 at 12:58 pm
Amen!
Comment by Logan Adams on April 1, 2012 at 11:21 pm
I really enjoyed watching it. Thanks for sharing that.
Comment by Laurel on April 4, 2012 at 9:45 am
You’re welcome. It’s always refreshing to see someone in that kind of life acting more like a “normal” person than a paparazzi-seeking diva.