Each weekday, EW will post the answers from a different player.
These days, players can watch their every social and strategic move discussed and dissected on social media.
Thats what Gregg Carey learned when he couldnt help himself.
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By the end of the season, I was addicted to Googling myself, says Gregg.
I would then need to find another mention that offset the ego blow to stay balanced.
Which has applications in life and business.
to get to lead a team, you must be confident.
But, if you’re too confident, you become cocky.
Hubris takes over and you lose the humility to relate to others.
You become blind to reality.
You also need to know that competition exists.
Everyone out there wants to win, and you could’t lose sight of that.
However, if you let that overwhelm you, paranoia sets it.
At that point, you’ve lost all ability to communicate and build trust.
you might trust us when we say how excited we were to have Gregg Carey fill out aSurvivorQuarantine Questionnaire.
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: First off, give the update as to what youve been up to since appearing onSurvivor.
Will stick to the important basics.
Most importantly, I became a dad to a special little girl who brings me supreme joy.
I can barely remember what I was doing prior to that.
What is your proudest moment ever from playingSurvivor?
My proudest moment was being part of the historic Koror winning streak.
I think we even surprised ourselves.
What do they say, If you want to go fast, go alone.
But, if you want to go far, go together.
Admittedly, we did become a bit clique and I recognize it was frustrating for some on the outside.
Still, much love and respect remains for all my tribemates in Koror.
What is your biggest regret from yourSurvivorexperience?
My biggest regret is being unfair and inaccurate during the final Tribal Council towards Katie.
I mischaracterized Katie and her contributions to life on the island and her gameplay.
It was wrong, mean-spirited, and unnecessary.
The reality is the biggest value on the island is entertainment.
It can pass time quickly and make you forget about your cravings.
Because of Katie, we shared endless laughs.
That is gold on the island, in my opinion.
Not sure this is blow your mind material, but it is something that I remember.
After we killed the banded sea crates (me, Tom, Ian), we returned to camp.
I began chopping some wood and immediately cut my finger open.
They sent the paramedics, who were a boat ride away.
When they arrived, I was asked, Do you want novocaine before the stitches?
I opted for without.
I woke up moments later, confused, like one does after passing out.
I remember looking around and seeing some half-naked people in the distance.
Slowly, I reminded myself that Oh yeah, Im onSurvivor.It was wild.
How do you feel about the edit you got on the show?
I got an accurate edit.
After all, before the game started, we all had assigned names fromDazed and Confused.I was Slater.
What was it like coming back to regular society after being out there?
Was there culture shock or an adjustment coming back?
The culture shock upon return wasnt hard, but the adjustment to being on television was interesting.
Watching the first show with friends, I was shivering from the sheer nerves.
It was wild to shiver when youre not cold.
Being recognized is a trip, but quite an exercise for the ego.
By the end of the season, I was addicted to Googling myself.
I would then need to find another mention that offset the ego blow to stay balanced.
It was a transformative experience for me personally that came with the gift of friendships for life.
Profoundly grateful for all of it.
Whom do you still talk, text, or email with the most from your season?
I regularly communicate with Katie, Ian, and Tom.
Do you still watchSurvivor,and if so, whats your favorite season you were not on and why?
I do still watch, but havent been able to watch them all in full sadly.
I tend not to have favorites.
I admire that unfolding of the story and every time Im captivated.
I never get bored and am in complete amazement of the production.
I cant believe I got to play this game.
Still doesnt feel real.
Whos one player from anotherSurvivorseason you wish you could have played with or against and why?
Boston Rob, Parvati, and Adam.
Rob and Parvati are just master communicators with endless charisma and smarts.
Probably not, but maybe.
I loved watching Adams transformation.
Hes smart, likable, and very thoughtful.
I felt some kinship in his thought process and reminded me of my interpretation of the game.
If you could make one change to any aspect ofSurvivor,what would it be and why?
But, since you asked, Id like to see a revival of Old SchoolSurvivor.
No gimmicks, brutal conditions, maximum starvation.
Finally, would you play again if asked?
Man, I would love to play again…
I actually have recurring dreams where Im convinced that Im in the game again.
Its usually anywhere between the day before it starts to the first challenge.
Im getting to play again.
Inevitably, the dream ends and I wake up only to be fooled once again by my subconscious.
But for a few moments, it feels very real and Im having a blast.
My dreams may be my only hope.
