While observing this inner life, we also notice that not all thoughts and experiences are consciously chosen by us. Sometimes we choose to focus on a task, but other times thoughts and experiences simply arise. The mind often follows its own path, similar to when we sleep and dream, where we merely watch a movie play out.
It's crucial for actors and artists to have Clarity, Meaning, & Purpose when stepping into the unknown for rehearsals or performances. We don’t simply dive into uncertainty hoping for something to happen!
In life after trauma, you get to be you, the conscious you. All the time. You get to experience your own flow, to have space within yourself and for yourself, and to contemplate and deal with life through the free version of yourself.
All of Us Strangers portrays beautifully the unmet needs of our inner child. The immense need to nurture ourselves with the care we never received. Will any level of nurturing ever suffice, as the child within us, now grown, still carries unresolved needs from infancy?
Ever found yourself effortlessly immersed in a task, time slipping away as you reach new heights of productivity and joy? Well, you’ve experienced Flow. So, what is Flow?
We often think that we know what we want and who we truly are. And not surprisingly, most times through this deep inquiry, we come to understand that our choices lie mainly within the context of our societal, political, financial, educational, and personal backgrounds. When one human is way beyond any of that.
Whether on stage or set, envision being fully connected to your inner self, drawing from within regardless of external circumstances. Key to this autonomy is the immersive practice of embodiment—engaging body, mind, and emotions in a symphony of expression.
If politicians did their jobs right, our world could be an entirely different place. Yet, here I am, connecting with the political realm, society, and the planet through my own work. It's a daunting task, and the enormity of it all can be overwhelming.
The power of a performance lies in the performer’s ability to make the audience believe in the character and the world they inhabit. A fundamental aspect of achieving this, is having a deep connection and ownership of the script.