How Embracing Awkwardness Can Become Vital to Your Success

Adrian S. Potter
4 min readMar 13, 2024

Learn to laugh it off.

Photo by Jonathon Burton: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-man-laughing-2529142/

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Richard Lewis was an American comedian, actor, and author, known for his distinctive neurotic and self-deprecating humor. Lewis rose to prominence as a stand-up comedian, gaining recognition for his witty and introspective style.

He became a regular on television comedy shows and late-night talk shows, including “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” and “Late Night with David Letterman.” Lewis’s comedy revolved around his struggles with anxiety, relationships, and the absurdities of daily life, earning him a reputation as a pioneer of confessional comedy.

Aside from his stand-up career, Lewis appeared in many films and television shows, showcasing his talents in projects such as “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” where he played a fictionalized version of himself. He also wrote several books, including memoirs and collections of essays.

Throughout his career, Richard Lewis remained a beloved figure in the comedy world, admired for his unique voice, sharp wit, and candid reflections on the human condition. His legacy inspires comedians and entertainers to embrace vulnerability and find humor in life’s awkward…

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Adrian S. Potter
Adrian S. Potter

Written by Adrian S. Potter

Antisocial Extrovert · Writer and Poet, Engineer, Consultant, Public Speaker · Writing about self-improvement, gratitude, and creativity · www.adrianspotter.com

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