Day 23 (oops!)

I knew it would happen eventually. I missed a day. To mourn the loss of Day 22, I will list two things I learned from this chaotic, thrilling weekend!
First, I learned that everyone is his own worst critic. Within each of us lives a nasty, cold cynic who judges our every movement and word. I am actively working to shut up that voice inside me and to look for the positive aspects in every "failure."
And second, I learned that film is a whole world apart from theater. Acting on camera is an entirely different undertaking than acting on stage, but both outlets have their own advantages and merits. My aim as an artist is to master both in time.

Day 21

Today I learned...that it's ok to say No.


I am a hopeless people pleaser, and I often carry wayyyyyy too much weight on my shoulders. Today, I said No, twice! And the world kept moving! What an incredible relief it is to simply say No, that you cannot or do not want to do something, and be forgiven immediately by the other person.

Day 20

Today I learned...that my day doesn't start until I move.

And the faster my heart rate is during the day, the more productive I feel. And the more productive I feel, the more positive my mood becomes. 

So, I shall start my day from now on by doing something active, even if it's just dancing around my apartment. Because there is something refreshingly empowering about moving!

Day 19

At this hour, you must forgive any mistakes or offenses I commit via blogging.

Today I learned...that I am not above "potty humor."


Scoff as you might, but jokes about digestion, genitals,and body fluids will never cease to amuse us. Why? Because they makes us uncomfortable! They are intimate and forbidden and graphic...and strangely, hilarious. I have, for so long, upheld that the theatre is no place for cheap laughs. But, dammit, today I realized: what is more natural, more freeing, than talking about our bodies? We live in them, for goodness' sake! And they surprise us every day. So, why not talk about it! Not too much; just enough to get a good laugh and let it rest.

Day 18

Today I learned...that the more I have to do, the faster time goes by.


I am perpetually anxious. That is, until I get so busy and caught up in a task that I don't have time to think about the next moment. Such is the case with my life currently, as I am neck-deep in reading for class, rehearsals, and best friend shenanigans. No time to write. Bye for now!