Tackling Fear with Doug Jones: A Voyage into Authenticity and Connection
"What would Saru do? He... pushes the fear aside and gets the task done... My circumstances won't change, but maybe I can go at it with a different attitude." - Doug Jones
As I sat down with Doug Jones, the heart behind the beloved character Saru on Star Trek Discovery, our conversation turned into a profound exploration of storytelling’s role in marketing, the shaping of our virtues, and the navigation through the intricate labyrinths of fear and anxiety.
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Eulogy Virtues in the Limelight
Jones, with his eloquent demeanor, expounded on the ‘eulogy virtues’—those we hope to be remembered for, our moral legacy. This resonates deeply within the entertainment industry, where the frenetic chase for success often overshadows the cultivation of character. How do we wish to be remembered? This is not merely a reflective question but a guiding principle that has influenced both our careers.
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