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My Creative Journal of Tips, Collabs & Industry Thoughts
If I Could Give My Younger Self One Piece of Advice as an Actress
If you’re an actor struggling with perfectionism or the need for approval in acting class, you’re not alone. The best advice I wish I had as a young actress is this: stop trying to impress your teacher or classmates, and start giving yourself permission to fail. When actors let go of perfection and embrace play, risk, and even “being bad,” they unlock true freedom, creativity, and presence. That’s the energy that casting directors, audiences, and industry professionals remember.
Why Every Class Matters (And What I Wish I’d Known in My 20s)
A recent conversation reminded me why I need to show up fully for every class I teach — because I don’t know what it’s taken someone to be there. In this post, I reflect on my own struggles as a young actor without a safety net, what I’ve learned about money, survival jobs, and mental health, and why this career is a marathon, not a sprint. If you’re trying to build a life as an actor, I hope this helps.
Be the Sharon: A Tribute to the Kind of Lead Every Actor Should Aspire to Be
Working with Sharon D. Clarke on the UK series Ellis reminded me what true leadership on set looks like. In this post, I share how her kindness, professionalism, and presence inspired me — and why every actor should strive to lead the way she does. If you want to grow as an actor, this is a must-read.
The Constant State of Change as an Actor
This week, the production schedule on my latest job shifted at the last minute — which meant I had to rearrange the workshops I’d already booked. That sudden change reminded me just how unpredictable life as an actor truly is.