We had the good fortune of connecting with Garrison Oliver Gross and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Garrison Oliver Gross, have you ever found yourself in a spot where you had to decide whether to give up or keep going? How did you make the choice?
I know what it feels like to be rock bottom riding through an endless tunnel of broken dreams, wondering if there is any light at the end. If you keep on riding you will realize two thing. One – There is no end, it is always the beginning and Two – your light is within. We are all human and can understand what it’s like to question ourselves. Should I keep going or give up now? That is the question and we’re sticking with it. Don’t ever give up! When it comes down to your passions in life, keep going. You must give everything you got and then some. Your mind, body and spirit can work together manifesting your vision. Now is the best time!

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Follow you heart! Live your passion, and share it with as many people as possible. My lovely lady and I have reached millions of viewers from around the world through our TikTok Shows. Currently, we are collaborating with Sassy Mohen on her brand new digital series entitled “How To Hack Birth Control.” The series has been sold and scheduled to release later this year. Last and most importantly, we couldn’t be more excited about our short film “Special Day.” The film was written/directed by creative duo Nikolai Von Keller/Teal Greyhavens and sold to Lionsgate. The company will adapt this story into a full feature.

When you are developing your career it’s important to be humble. Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. Team up with like minded individuals who are committed to building their dreams into reality. You will all rise together. If accomplishing your dreams was easy everyone would do it. That is why it’s a challenge worth taken. Learning to harness your mind, body and spirit into alignment with what you desire is one of the most enjoyable experiences a human can have. We have the power to cocreate our reality. Now that’s cool!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Hazel and I love to entertain our family when they come to visit. Recently, we got to hang out with Geri (Hazel’s sister) for a few days and show her an amazing time. You can drive up to Lake Hollywood Park and snap a few pictures with the iconic Hollywood Sign and then make your way over to Tender Greens for lunch. If you love art, LACMA’s “Urban Light” is a must see. This forrest of urban street lamps is truly one of a kind, authentic to our city. Last and most importantly you have to hit the coast. Park in Manhattan Beach, put on your rollerblades and ride into the sunset.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Love is real and I’ve been surrounded by the most supportive people a man could ever ask for. I thank God for my beautiful lady, Hazel Calderon. Our family is magnificent and I am eternally grateful.

Website: https://linktr.ee/garrisonolivergross

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrisonolivergross/

Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@garrisonolivergross

Image Credits
First Main Image Credit @Christosstreetphotos

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