Have you ever wondered what could happen if you chose yourself first—not selfishly, but with the understanding that you’re your own best advocate, even when life tries to break you down?
Today, I’m sitting down with my good friend Gregory Zarian—actor, model, advocate, and a true champion of resilience and kindness.
From overcoming self-doubt, addiction, and the need for external approval to building a long-standing career in Hollywood, Gregory’s journey proves that choosing growth, honesty, and human connection can transform your life.
His story isn’t about overnight success or perfection—it’s about showing up for yourself with courage, leading with kindness, and never losing sight of the power you have to rewrite your story. Get ready for a masterclass in self-worth, realness, and radical transformation with Gregory Zarian—only on this episode of Navigating No!
Greg’s Bio:
Gregory Zarian is an Emmy Nominated actor. He was most recently seen on ABC’s “The Rookie” as Atlas Rice and Hulu’s “The Wonder Years” as Herb Hittman and in a recurring role on the third season of the award-winning HBO series, “Westworld” as Reed Phillips. Zarian will next be seen in the upcoming films “Martinez, Margaritas and Murder!” and “Here We Are.”
In May 2020, Zarian was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award in the category “Outstanding Performance by a supporting Actor in a Digital Drama” for his role on the Emmy-winning web series, “Venice the Series.” He reprises his role of Nate Pander for the current seventh season. Gregory can also be seen in the “Mystery Incorporated” pilot episode on YouTube, which is a live-action series based on the characters from “Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?”, but with a modern filter for a new generation. He portrays Sheriff Sam Rogers, dad of Shaggy.
Show Flow:
00:00 Introduction
00:58 Meet Gregory Zarian: A Journey of Resilience
02:12 The Power of Kindness and Connection
04:53 Navigating a Career in Hollywood
06:58 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Family Expectations
12:54 Choosing Yourself: A Life-Changing Realization
19:12 Overcoming Challenges with Support
20:25 Hitting Rock Bottom and Finding Sobriety
21:23 The Power of Self-Belief and Inner Work
21:46 Dealing with Bullying and Building Confidence
25:31 The Journey of Self-Acceptance
28:11 Helping Others and Making a Difference
32:31 Current Projects and Future Plans
34:02 Final Thoughts