Actor Problems

Stressed? Scared? Stuck? You don't need to go through physical trauma to be familiar with these feelings....

This week we're closing out Season 3 with what to do when you're feeling any of those things, plus tips for how to cope and move through things. Without bypassing our feelings.

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

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Human connection and friendship isn't just a "feel good" or "nice to have" thing...

We're literally hardwired for connection and rely on it for survival.

This week, I'll share stories of loneliness, some statistics and data on what happens when we don't prioritize connection, plus some suggestions on what you can do if you're feeling lonely right now.

In this episode, you'll hear….

• Stories from when I've felt the most lonely (including something that happened to me recently)
• The science behind why we care about connection and what happens with our brains when we don't get it
• Stats from the CDC on what happens when we don't prioritize connection
• Action items to start implementing for when you don't know how to connect with others
• Ways to reframe prioritizing connection when we'd rather just "stay in" or are just super busy...

Links referenced:

• CDC article on health implications from lack of connection:

  https://www.cdc.gov/aging/publications/features/lonely-older-adults.html

• How Loneliness Affects Health (brainandlife.org):

  https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/how-loneliness-affects-health

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

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• Grab a free 1 on 1 intro mindset coaching call!
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• How friendships can extend your life (scienceofpeople.com):

  https://www.scienceofpeople.com/friends-important/

• Facebook Group - Self Care for Actors (free!): www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems
• My personal coaching groups (including the Stressed AF Actor monthly group call): www.tonyrossicoaching.com/workwithtony

So like....

We've spent a lot of season 3 talking about #healthcare problems and all the BS we have to deal with, here in the United States.

But what if we could approach this complex and challenging system through a lens of problem solving instead of the easy path of "This is f**king compliated and annoying....

Meet Morgan Kelley.

She's the owner of MK Consultations, a health insurance consulting and education company. She also attends graduate school for social work at the University of IL, and works part-time as an insurance verification specialist. Morgan has worked professionally in the world of health insurance for over 5 years and is passionate about helping others understand the system. One of her main goals is to go into public policy and legislative advocacy to create change to the healthcare systems overall.

Connect with Morgan!

Instagram: @mkconsultations - https://instagram.com/mkconsultations

Website: https://www.mkconsultations.info/

In this episode, you'll hear….

• The time I had a public freak out because my insurance didn't cover what I expected it to
• How overwhelm can take over when it comes to picking insurance
• What we can do to ease that overwhelm
• Tips on what to consider when picking your plan
• The importance of going into "problem solving" mode versus "victim" mode when it comes to our challenges
• Why asking for help and clarification from professions is so important
• The times we're going to have to advocate for ourselves
• Why it's actually okay not to know everything :)
• When you should (or shouldn't) look for a new provider

Links referenced:

• Shen Shen Health and Harmony - https://shenshenhealth.com/
• The Skimm: Healthcare terms to know - https://www.theskimm.com/money/insurance-terms-skimmd

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Living check to check? In credit card debt? Working soul sucking day jobs just to cover bills??

Money is another topic that make us actors Stressed AF - yet also is one of those things that many of us were never taught about....

Enter Katy Chen Mazzara.

Katy Chen Mazzara (she/her) is a certified trauma-informed financial wellness coach and graduate of UC Berkeley's Personal Financial Planning program. As a former TV producer and award-winning documentary filmmaker, Katy understands the balance between dreaming and doing. Through her six step Financial Freedom Formula, Katy helps creative freedom-seekers make more, worry less, and achieve true financial freedom, so they can create the life of their dreams.

Join Katy's Free Masterclass! -

6 Steps to Make More,Worry Less, and Create The Life Of Your Dreams.

https://katychenmazzara.lpages.co/masterclass/

In this episode, we'll discuss….

• How she went from a TV Producer to working as a financial coach
• Katy's personal story for wanting people to make personal decisions not based on money
• How to make decisions based on core values - not your bills
• How what you spend money on will show what you actually value
• My own personal money challenges that have been coming up for me
• Advice for actors who aren't feeling worthy (especially when it comes to agents and casting directors)
• Katy walking me through an exercise around my relationship with money
• How educating yourself on different topics can decrease your stress about those topics

Links mentioned!

• So Money Podcast - Farnoosh Torabi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-money-with-farnoosh-torabi/id955939085
• Brian Patacca's interview with Katy - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/47-your-self-worth-equals-your-net-worth-with-katy/id1570747490?i=1000543602766

• Book a free intro mindset call with me: https://tonyrossi.as.me/freecoachingcall
• This is BS - 3 things actors get to quit making you stressed AF (no matter what your peers say…. www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress
• Actor Problems Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

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• Wanna coach with me?
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Family making you stressed AF? Or maybe just stressed AF thinking about the holidays and giving updates on the "acting thing?"

Today we'll cover 5 tips for navigating those #notperfect convos with the fam :)

In this episode, you'll hear...

• TonyTip: Why it's a good thing when people don't understand you and your acting career…
• The "values gap" between you and family members that causes so much friction
• What to remember before even starting the acting conversation with family
• Times when it's okay to be a little selfish :)
• The one thing that no one can argue with (no matter how much they want to!)

Welcome to Season 3!

In this special edition season - you'll hear a story of a life changing traumatic injury yours truly went through....plus some lessons I learned - and what all actors can learn - in the process of setbacks and recovery…

This week - we'll cover my doctor visits following a facial fracture, the fears that I had, and what actors can take away during those times you're overcome with stress.

Links mentioned!

• So Money Podcast - Farnoosh Torabi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-money-with-farnoosh-torabi/id955939085

• Book a free intro mindset call with me: https://tonyrossi.as.me/freecoachingcall
• This is BS - 3 things actors get to quit making you stressed AF (no matter what your peers say…. www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress
• Actor Problems Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

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Sometimes we just need a quick "Oh yeah, I forgot about that..." helpful thought to get us through those times we're caught in a negative spiral.

Other times, we need a tangible action step.

As we wrap up the serious where I cover my own journey feeling stressed AF (from a facial fracture!) this episode will cover a mix of both the tangible plus the reminders.

Welcome to Season 3!

In this special edition season - you'll hear a story of a life changing traumatic injury yours truly went through....plus some lessons I learned - and what all actors can learn - in the process of setbacks and recovery…

This week - we'll cover my doctor visits following a facial fracture, the fears that I had, and what actors can take away during those times you're overcome with stress.

In this episode, you'll hear...

• #TonyTip of the day - Why it's a good thing to be unrealistic
• The weird thing our brains do every time we're stressed AF (that doesn't help at all…)
• A trick you can try anytime you start to freak out about your acting career
• What to know about your body (that we tend to forget/not know)
• An important question all actors should ask themselves about their careers
• How to be intentional with the content we consume (and how it can help us move our careers forward)

Links mentioned!

• Secrets to Success Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-secret-to-success-with-cj-karl-jemal-eric-thomas/id844102142
• Adrianne Haslet - Boston Marathon bombing survivor: https://www.instagram.com/adriannehaslet/
• Book a free intro mindset call with me: https://tonyrossi.as.me/freecoachingcall
• This is BS - 3 things actors get to quit making you stressed AF (no matter what your peers say…. www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress
• Actor Problems Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

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• Wanna coach with me?
• Apply for 1 on 1 coaching here - https://forms.gle/khDUf1WrvvMzDPRd7
• Join our Stressed AF actor mindset calls and group! - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/groupcoaching

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...need I say more?

Whether you're self conscious about your image (something a lot of actors suffer), comparing yourself to your peers, or just stressed AF because #moneyproblems - this episode is for you.

Welcome to Season 3!

In this special edition season - you'll hear a story of a life changing traumatic injury yours truly went through....plus some lessons I learned - and what all actors can learn - in the process of setbacks and recovery…

This week - we'll cover my doctor visits following a facial fracture, the fears that I had, and what actors can take away during those times you're overcome with stress.

In this episode, you'll hear...

• #TonyTip of the day - What to remember when you're "right now" feels like "forever"
• What to consider when comparing yourself to other actors who seem to be booking all the time
• How I started to freak out immediately after canceling my surgery, wondering if I made the right choice…
• The one word to lean into when you're stressed AF and just want to "feel normal" again
• The step we often skip when trying to help others feel better
• The importance of being intentional with others who support you
• Why we need to be careful with how we talk about money…

Links mentioned!

• Book a free intro mindset call with me: https://tonyrossi.as.me/freecoachingcall
• Books!
• Eat Smarter - Shawn Stevenson
• Sleep Smarter - Shawn Stevenson
• This is Your Brain on Food - Dr Uma Naidoo
• Your Brain is Always Listening - Dr Daniel Amen
• You Happier - Dr Daniel Amen
• Podcasts
• Model Health Show - Shawn Stevenson - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-model-health-show/id640246578
• Amen Clinics -
• Clinic Information - www.amenclinics.com
• Dr Daniel Amen - https://brainmd.com/
• Dr Daniel Creado - https://www.amenclinics.com/team/shane-creado-md/
• This is BS - 3 things actors get to quit making you stressed AF (no matter what your peers say…. www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress
• Actor Problems Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

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• Wanna coach with me?
• Apply for 1 on 1 coaching here - https://forms.gle/khDUf1WrvvMzDPRd7
• Join our Stressed AF actor mindset calls and group! - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/groupcoaching

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…..seriously tho - is it??

We've all asked the question. Sometimes we ask it after a dry spell of auditions or bookings. Other times, we ask it on a regular basis.

What can we do in these moments?

In episode five, we'll start out talking about just that.

Welcome to Season 3!

In this special edition season - you'll hear a story of a life changing traumatic injury yours truly went through....plus some lessons I learned - and what all actors can learn - in the process of setbacks and recovery…

This week - we'll cover my doctor visits following a facial fracture, the fears that I had, and what actors can take away during those times you're overcome with stress.

In this episode, you'll hear...

• #TonyTip of the day - What to do whenever you find yourself asking "Is this (acting thing) ever gonna work out?"
• Thoughts on patience when you're waiting to hear back about a gig…
• How questions from friends and family can sometimes be helpful for your career
• How a coach or teacher can help you better understand yourself (sometimes in a super simply way!)
• What a strong "foundation" for your mental and physical health looks like - and how it can help during challenging times

Links mentioned!

• Book a free intro mindset call with me: https://tonyrossi.as.me/freecoachingcall
• This is BS - 3 things actors get to quit making you stressed AF (no matter what your peers say…. www.tonyrossicoaching.com/stress
• Actor Problems Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

• Are you on the actor self-care newsletter?? www.tonyrossicoaching.com
• Wanna coach with me?
• Apply for 1 on 1 coaching here - https://forms.gle/khDUf1WrvvMzDPRd7
• Join our Stressed AF actor mindset calls and group! - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/groupcoaching

Are we social media friends??

• Instagram: www.instagram/tony.rossi
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"Dealing with insecurities (even if others say "You shouldn't feel that way…)"

Welcome to Season 3!

In this special edition season - you'll hear a story of a life changing traumatic injury yours truly went through....plus some lessons I learned - and what all actors can learn - in the process of setbacks and recovery…

This week - we'll cover my doctor visits following a facial fracture, the fears that I had, and what actors can take away during those times you're overcome with stress.

In this episode, you'll hear...

• Why asking for help is more than just about the outcome of help itself
• Permission to have high standards
• Why not to wait for the "affordable option" (sometimes!)
• Why showing up as you are - regardless of energy or motivation - can be more than enough
• Dealing with insecurities (even if others say "You shouldn't feel that way…)
• Reminder for those times where we're expecting the worst
• A different take on "being strong" that's different than the one we're taught
• Tips for finding a coach (and how to make sure you trust them)
• The importance of having a support network

Links mentioned!

• Book a free 1 on 1 discovery call with me: https://tonyrossi.as.me/freecoachingcall
• Actor Problems Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems
• Previous episode: "Thoughts, Anxiety and Loving our Acting Career" - with Allison Grischow https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thoughts-anxiety-loving-our-acting-career/id1377334242?i=1000486590397

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

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• Wanna coach with me?
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• Join our Stressed AF actor mindset calls and group! - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/groupcoaching

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Welcome to Season 3!

In this special edition season - you'll hear a story of a life changing traumatic injury yours truly went through....plus some lessons I learned - and what all actors can learn - in the process of setbacks and recovery…

This week - we'll cover my overnight visit to the ER following taking a baseball to the face….

In this episode, you'll hear...

• What to remember when things really suck
• Things to keep in mind when there are systems stacked against you
• Asking for help (even if we don't want to)
• What to consider (right now!) if you're thinking of hiring an acting business coach
• Things to remember when you're alone and having a go through

Links mentioned!

• Book a free 1 on 1 discovery call with me: https://tonyrossi.as.me/freecoachingcall
• Actor Problems Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/actorproblems

Are you an actor stressed AF?? (me too...)

• Are you on the actor self-care newsletter?? www.tonyrossicoaching.com
• Wanna coach with me?
  • Apply for 1 on 1 coaching here - https://forms.gle/khDUf1WrvvMzDPRd7
  • Join our Stressed AF actor mindset calls and group! - https://www.tonyrossicoaching.com/groupcoaching