This list is stolen from Jamie. Thanks girl!
- Where would I like to explore (anywhere in the world and beyond!)? I would really like to go to Africa. Ride an elephant. I've been to Europe a ton, and I would always love the culture, the arts, the everything there, but someplace I don't know my work could take me to? Africa, all the way.
- With an afternoon all to myself, what would I do with it? Depends where I am in the point of my life. If I'm working on a show, or a project, I'd probably get ahead doing that. But if not, I would practice guitar, or maybe go on a walk?
- What is my favorite spot in this town/city/state? Oh man, definitely the Georgetown swings. Right next to my apartment, total serenity, a place for me to go and not be bothered.
- How does the weather inspire me? That day when I walk out of class and it's not cold, it's sunny and warm, it makes me want to change my religion to outdoors. Good weather always inspires me to be in a good mood. And bad weather makes it easier for me to be negative. I've got to work on that.
- What is the most recent small act of kindness I’ve witnessed between two strangers? How did that make me feel? I watched Kevin, an actor I'm working with (not really a stranger, I guess) refill a parking meter for a stranger. It made me really happy. It was reassuring that actors are not superficial, but in fact real and genuine. And it gave me confidence that I could be that way too.
- If I could have any superpower, what would it be and why? I would stop time so I could get everything done. I love being busy, and I usually overbook my weekends and my projects. If I could pause time? I'd be sane.
- What is my favorite genre of art? My first reaction was my own, which is theatre, but I'm also inclined to say Ballet. Swan Lake moves me to tears.
- Who should I ask to recommend their most recent favorite reads? Hm. Top three smarties I know who read a lot of books? Mandi, Kyle, or Cassie.
- What is distracting me and how do I create a distraction-free environment? Clutter. I can easily prevent this if I clean a little every day, instead of have a master clean every four weeks. This is logical, Fisher.
- What can I do to step outside my comfort zone today? Confront someone who I'm having an issue with, instead of bitching about it later.
- How can I take a different route than usual? With something I've been trying to do for a while, but can't commit myself to? Approach it with a different mind. Sometimes that just takes time.
- Do I need to declutter my mind to move forward? I don't think so. I think I have cleansed my mind from the setbacks I usually experience pretty well.
- What piece of my everyday routine can I challenge myself to improve? Waking up earlier. When I do, I am so much happier and organized. It's really a win-win.
- Have I complimented my own creativity recently? Yes, actually! Today was a great day of rehearsal, and it confirmed my worried thoughts from Sunday so much.
- Am I relaxed? I try to be. I think as I mature, that comes easier. When I was younger, I was a wound up ball, and as I get older, I understand the importance of taking time for myself.
- What can I learn from little kids? To stop over-thinking everything and take everyday as a work-in-progress. I feel like kids don't get frustrated with the "process" as much as adults do, and I would love to keep learning without frustration.
- Imagine a beautiful finished product. How can I work backwards to get there? Breathe. Allow your brilliance to flow. Be patient with yourself. Granted, the work is never done...but when it does end, be proud of what you've created.
- What feeling do I want to elicit in my audience? I want my audiences to feel ANYTHING. If they walk out of theatre feeling nothing, I haven't done my job. I want to intrigue, fascinate, upset, anger, sympathize, love, hate...whatever.
- Are there any stones unturned in my current projects? Yes. I need to re-read and re-examine Earnest. I have cheated myself out of that, and it's obvious in my work. I know I am busy with I.L. and Directing and everything, but I am losing an awesome opportunity with an awesome partner and an awesome challenge.
- Have I played in the dirt recently? Figuratively? What does that mean? Literally? No...
- Do I need help moving forward? How can I ask family/friends for that support? I believe I am on the right track. My family and friends have my back 780%. For that, I am extremely grateful and lucky.
- What magazines can I check out that might spur me along? Cosmo. It's the guilty pleasure, but it makes me feel so hot.
- What can I do to take a break from work pressures? Know that you're doing enough. You give a lot, and you need to realize that you, yourself, is your priority. Come home after rehearsal and take a bubble bath before you start working on something. Eat something sweet. That type of thing.
- If I could create something with an unlimited budget, what would the end result be? Pretty awesome, if I do say so myself!
- Am I organized in a sufficient manner to take on my next project? Yes! Just signed my contract today, actually. Feeling positive about the next step.
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