ENTOURAGE
Journal Entry
THOUGHTS™️
07–25–2021
︎ Writer: Stew Caldo
Watching Entourage lately has been a bit of an eye opener - on many levels. Lmao saying that sounds so corny since it’s a drama from the 2000s, but it truly has taught me things.
For one, I think it’s shown me what’s out there to work for. It’s revealed what’s waiting at the top of the ladder. The lavish lifestyle is definitely it. But what’s even better is getting there in an ethical manner that doesn’t go against your beliefs, morals, or what you love. The path I’m taking is one that I’m proud of, and I’m doing it for the day to day passion rather than what comes at the end. But the end looks pretty sweet.
I’ve also learned that coming back from a fall isn’t as bad as it looks. Setbacks will come, and getting back on your feet is easier if you surround yourself with people you love. So with that being said, I want to have a tight group of loved ones around me for the darker days. That means nurturing these relationships now while things are good.
It’s also revealed how much character and attitude matters in life - falling in love with these characters is easy because of how likable they are – some traits, to name a few: loyal, friendly, caring, considerate of others, and fun. I want to make sure I’m not losing who I am to become something I don’t even want to be.
Seeing each of their character arcs has been important for me. It’s made me think of my own character changes in the past couple years. As my circumstances and environment have changed, how have I? Am I becoming a product of my environment, or am I actively working to be the best version of myself. Most days, it feels like I’m succumbing to the LA norm – becoming obsessed with social media, never making time for fun, only thinking about myself, and constantly complaining about things out of my control.
I want to work on all of that.