The pursuit of happiness is the central aim of human existence. In a world where we tend to steer away from discomfort, we often try to step into pleasure as the ultimate goal. Hedonism, a philosophy which focuses on maximizing pleasure, when intertwined with drugs, forms a very complex relationship. As society grapples with the repercussions of drug use, the intersection where hedonism meets substance abuse has become a viewpoint to scrutinize ideas of personal freedom and contentment. Renowned music veteran James Blunt, well-acquainted with pursuing life’s pleasures, has both indulged in hedonistic experiences and, regrettably, confronted the challenges of this intricate relationship. This exploration is part of an endeavour to ease suffering.
Don’t take life too seriously…
James Blunt, recording artist
“Just be there”
One of the hardest things to do as a man is to watch someone you care about battle an addiction. On the one hand, you want to be there for them. You don’t want to cast any judgment, but you also want to rid them of the addiction, which can put you between a rock and a hard place. It’s challenging because being that beacon of support is crucial. You cannot let them feel as if they’re alone, but you must also be able to set boundaries. Although you cannot help someone who doesn’t want to help themselves, sometimes, just letting them know that you’re there for them can make all the difference.
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Episode 75 of the Gent’s Talk podcast
James Blunt (real name Blount), who lives in Ibiza, Spain, quickly stopped in Toronto and joined us on our most recent podcast episode! Episode 75, a milestone for us, could not be celebrated more luxuriously. James Blunt was a reconnaissance officer before becoming that guy who sings that song we all know and love. Known for the hit single “You’re Beautiful,” James talked about how fame doesn’t change you, but it changes everyone around you. It was a difficult shift for him from trying to stay incognito during reconnaissance missions to the world’s recognition of his face.
Being a product of the boarding school system, James Blunt attributed his success to the school’s ability to instill the belief that “whatever you want to be in life, you can.” Traditional schools only allow children to be this or that, but knowing that you can be anything or anyone you want is the greatest thing you can teach a child. We also spoke on his longevity in the daunting music industry, and his advice was simple: “Don’t take it too seriously.”
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Bulova Canada presents the Gent’s Talk podcast. Season 5, episode 75 was filmed at the incredible Kimpton Epic Hotel in Miami, Florida and is available to stream on Youtube, Spotify, Goodpods, iHeartRadio, Apple, Audible, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts! Seasons 1-3 are all on board Air Canada flights via the in-flight entertainment system. Please make sure to like, follow and subscribe. Your continued support throughout this journey is greatly appreciated.
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