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  • Thoughts, Anxiety, & Loving Our Acting Career - with Allison Grischow

    Today's episode features Allison Grischow.

    Allison Grischow is a Chicago-based actor, improviser, musician, voiceover artist, and aerialist. They hold degrees in Theatre and Music from Valparaiso University as well as Second City's Music Improv Conservatory. She has studied Contemporary British Theatre in the heart of London and the Stanislavsky tradition at the Moscow Art Theatre School. Recently you may have heard their voice on The Onion's podcast, "The Topical" or singing and running through fake snow in The Lilly Theater's production of The Magic Snowman. She is the founder of the small business The Joyful Actor and believes that actors and creatives deserve to be joyful in their work and create practices that are sustainable and fun. Connect with Allison & the Joyful Actor Instagram: @algrisch @thejoyfulactor The Joyful Actor Website: www.thejoyfulactor.com Actors Access Resume: https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/allisongrischow Consensual Pod's "Ten Week Turnabout" on Spotify (You can also find it on Apple Podcasts!) https://open.spotify.com/show/760xts4vRfALb2V1TsdybM

    Things we chat about:

    • How to better understand your thoughts
    • Why our circumstances don't have to control our feelings
    • What to do instead of shaming ourselves for our negative thoughts
    • The real reason she checks her phone each morning
    • The "fucked up priorities" we tend to have as actors
    • How people pleasing led to her getting sick
    • What leads to our greatest growth - even though we don't like it
    • Why Allison started "The Joyful Actor"
    • The trial and error process to start using in auditions

    Resources referenced:

    • Unfuck Your Brain podcast - with Kara Loewentheil https://unfuckyourbrain.com/podcasts/
    • The Whole Artist podcast - with Courtney Rioux: https://courtneyrioux.com/news/podcast
    • We See You W. A. T. (White American Theatre): https://www.weseeyouwat.com/
    • "Sleep Smarter" by Shawn Stevenson
      • For a list of health, relationship, acting and overall self-improvement books & podcasts - check out this free resource here
      • Want to listen to this book for free? Click here for a free Audible trial membership!

    Previous episodes

    • Feel Your Feelings (Even if They Suck) - with Courtney Rioux
    • Speak Up! Different Convos & Emotional People - with Mel B Cook
    • Handling Rejection and Playing the Long Game - with Spenser Davis
    • Actor Safety During COVID19 - with Duane Sharp

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    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    1 hr 3 min
  • Why You Need Therapy (And How To Get It) - with Abraham Sculley

    Today's episode features mental health educator & professional, Abraham Sculley.

    Abraham Sculley is an educator who shares his personal experience with depression to inform and inspire others. Abraham uses his personal story and professional expertise in the field of mental health to conduct suicide prevention training programs, host mental health awareness workshops, and educate others about the unique challenges the black community faces regarding mental illness.

    He has impacted numerous audiences around the country, including professionals in health care organizations, leaders in for-profit organizations, nationally acclaimed non-profit agencies, and college students and professors at major universities.

    Connect with Abraham!

    Instagram: @abrahamsculley

    Website : www.abrahamsculley.com

    HEADS UP - This episode will include:

    • Strong language
    • Mentions of Suicide
    • Mentions of Depression
    • Mental health-related challenges

    Episode topics:

      • Abraham's experience getting married during a pandemic
      • His journey suffering from depression
      • Tony's initial resistance to therapy
      • How religion made Abraham more resistant to therapy
      • The problems men have showing feelings
      • Why other people have pushback against therapy
      • How to manage emotions when having difficult conversations
      • Why people don't invest in therapy
      • How to find a therapist
      • Therapy options without insurance
      • Why you need therapy - even if you "don't need it"

    Therapy resources

    Click here to grab your own word doc of all of these

    Crisis Text Line

    Text HOME to 741741 for FREE 24/7 support for a crisis counselor

    Suicide Prevention Hotline

    1800-273-8255

    FREE 24/7 support from crisis counselors

    Psychologytoday.com/us

    Enter your zip code and find therapists who are local. The site shows what they specialize in along with their cost per session

    openpathcollective.org

    This site shows a lot of therapists who are offering their services at discounted rates...starting at $30 per session

    Betterhelp.com

    This site has a list of therapists who offer virtual sessions and the sites offers financial aid if you qualify

    https://www.beam.community/bvtnnj

    List of black therapists, most of whom are offering their services at affordable prices.

    Download the 7Cups app: https://www.7cups.com/about/howitworks.php

    Chicago Specific Resources:

    If you're insured - Call or email to ask if they accept your insurance

    If you're insured - Ask about sliding scales or income-based payments

    Offers income based/discounted therapy options:

    DePaul University

    https://offices.depaul.edu/student-affairs/support-services/counseling

    Lincoln Park office (773 325 7779)

    Loop Campus office (312 362 6923)

    Chicago Counseling Associates

    http://www.cca-cct.com/

    (773)-281-7200

    Other options:

    Cathedral Counseling Center

    https://www.cathedralcounseling.org/

    (312)-252-9500

    Live Oak

    https://liveoakchicago.com/

    (773)-880-1310

    Center for Contextual Change

    centerforcontextualchange.org

    (847)-676-4447

    Lakeview Center for Psychotherapy

    https://www.lakeviewtherapy.com/

    (773)-525-3322

    Actor Resources

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    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

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    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    1 hr 11 min
  • Actor Safety During COVID19 - with Duane Sharp

    Today's episode focuses on actor safety - with an emphasis on the pandemic. We're talking with talent agent and actor Duane Sharp.

    More about Duane

    Duane Sharp founded Chicago Talent Network, a full service non-union talent agency, in the spring of 2018 with his business partner Renee Ertl. One year later they started Milwaukee Talent Network and formed the Talent Networks Co. Duane has been a non-union talent agent in the Chicago/Milwaukee market for over 25 years.

    Duane is lucky enough to be the husband of photographer and sound engineer Jenn Udoni-Sharp and father of 6 year old Joe'Ann.

    As an actor Duane moved to Chicago in the late 1980's after graduating from the University of Kansas and studied improvisation at The Second City and with the late Del Close. He has worked with Steppenwolf, Goodman, Chicago Shakespeare and Court as well as many off loop theaters.

    He is a founding member of Shaw Chicago. Film & TV credits include Spike Lee's Chi-Raq, Chicago Fire, Public Enemies, Road to Perdition and Stir of Echoes.

    Duane is an active brown belt in Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu under Carlson Gracie Jr, a black belt in Shidokan Bareknuckle Karate and a veteran of 60 amateur boxing matches.

    Stay connected with Duane and the Talent Networks Co.

    • Chicago Talent Network: https://www.thetalentnetworks.com/ctn
    • Milwaukee Talent Network: https://www.thetalentnetworks.com/mtn

    More on Duane:

    • Website: http://duanesharp.com/
    • IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0789036/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

    What we talk about this episode:

    • The difference between a non union agency and a SAG franchised agency
    • An overview of filming guidelines for Illinois

    • What boxing taught Duane that's helpful for performers
    • How to come up with your own non negotiables to help determine whether or not you'll accept work
    • How to turn down a project
    • What isn't okay to do when turning down a project
    • Why actors are always afraid of being blacklisted
    • The problems that come with identifying yourself as an actor
    • Why *not* to stand out as an actor
    • What to do set conditions are unsafe
    • How to handle the uncertainty our industry is currently facing

    OVERVIEW OF THE ILLINOIS FILMING GUIDELINES

    • Check out the guidelines for yourself here: https://dceocovid19resources.com/restore-illinois/restore-illinois-phase-4/film-production

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      • Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

    Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected]

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    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    1 hr
  • Stop Shoving Down Feelings! Do This Instead - with Nicole Baker

    Today's episode features Nicole Baker - a former actress turned life coach.

    More About Nicole:

    Nicole Baker is a Life and Mindset Coach trained in Neuro Linguistic Programming based out of Chicago, IL. As a Coach, she works with aspiring achievers who are ready to get out of comfort zone and helps them fully step into the life of their dreams! She is also the host of the Life Coach Baker Podcast, an entrepreneur, blogger and goal smasher extraordinaire!

    Stay connected with Nicole!

    • The Life Coach Baker Podcast
      • Spotify
      • iTunes
      • Check out the episode where she interviews Tony here
    • Instagram
    • Blog
    • Website

    HEADS UP - This episode will include:

    • Mention of an abusive relationship
    • An experience with a condescending teacher
    • Strong language

    What we talk about this episode:

    • A simple trick we can all do to boost our mood
    • Why it's okay to let ourselves have moments of pain
    • Why shoving down our feelings doesn't work
    • How to move through feelings - with an exercise!
    • What we're all guilty of that leads to more negative chatter
    • The two most common challenges actors have
    • What questions actors can ask themselves to avoid negative self talk
    • The problem with "not wanting to get our hopes up"
    • How to find your dream partner. (Yes. That kind of partner.)

    Join us!

    • Free Facebook Group
    • Join the actor self-care newsletter!
    • Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for us actors.
    • Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

    Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected]

    For Sponsorship Inquiries

    • Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
    • Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

    Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

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    • Twitter: @_tonyrossi
    • TikTok: @tony.rossi
    • Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    1 hr 1 min
  • Adversity Can Be a Good Thing - with Addison Wright

    Today's episode features Chicago filmmaker, Addison wright.

    Addison is a Chicago native filmmaker and director. From visualization to execution, his goal is to push the culture and change perspectives. Directors like Spike Lee, Hype Williams and Spike Jonze inspired his passion for film. Addison has 7+ years of filmmaking experience and aims to inspire people with his creativity.

    Follow Addison

    • Website: www.addisonjwright.com
    • Instagram: @addisonwright

    Episode highlights

    • His first dream that was shattered in college
    • How he managed to keep his scholarship, despite his setback
    • The story of the Hiplet Ballerinas here in Chicago
    • The lack of representation in dance
    • A story of artists who are frequently criticized by people who also mimic their work!
    • A career milestone of Addison's that quickly met adversity
    • The questions Addison asks when facing adversity
    • How to stay creative when there's so much fear
    • A humbling reminder all artists need to hear about feeling uncreative

    Links

    • Hiplet: Because We Can (film)
      • Website
      • Instagram: @hiplet_film
    • The Hiplet Ballerinas
    • Website
    • Instagram: @hipet_film
    • Founder Homer Hans Bryant: @homerhbryant
    • The Change.Org petition: Racial Equality in the Ballet World
    • #SundaySelfcare video on other people's opinions

    Have you signed up for the free actor self-care newsletter?

    Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for artists.

    Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

    Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected]

    For Sponsorship Inquiries

    • Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Tony Rossi Show Sponsor" in the subject line.
    • Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation optins, starting at $1/month.

    Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

    • Instagram: @tony.rossi
    • Twitter: @_tonyrossi
    • TikTok: @tony.rossi
    • Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    46 min
  • Feel Your Feelings (Even If They Suck) - with Courtney Rioux

    Today's episode features actress and certified life coach, Courtney Rioux.

    As an actor, you may have seen Courtney Rioux most recently on Chicago Med or heard her voice on a Jimmy Dean commercial, but Courtney is much more than an actor. And she wants you to know that you are much more than your job, your bank account, and your social media followers, too. She shares what she learns from her own growth and transformation with humor and insight to inspire you to create a life of joy, freedom, and abundance.

    Sign up for her V.I.P. updates at CourtneyRioux.com and look out for her upcoming podcast, The Whole Artist with Courtney Rioux. Instagram is her drug of choice. Follow at @courtneyrioux

    Follow Courtney!

    • Instagram: @courtneyrioux
    • Website & Newsletter: www.courtneyrioux.com
    • The Whole Artist Podcast: https://podclubhouse.com/category/twa-pods/
    • Teachings: Check out https://www.thegreenroomstudio.tv/ to see availability!
    • Check out her coaching replays and Zoom recordings!
      • https://vimeo.com/courtneyrioux

    Episode Highlights:

    • What to do when you're not feeling creative
    • A goal that took Courtney 10 years to achieve
    • Tips on balancing your acting career with other passions
    • The challenging with identifying ourselves as actors
    • The importance of having a mission statement
    • What to do when you hate your day job
    • Why we should always accept our feelings
    • How to handle challenging emotions
    • Being a happy human - not just a "happy actor"

    Links referenced

    • Previous episodes
      • Dealing with Day Jobs & Gremlin Voices - with Courtney Rioux
      • Why We're Married to Our Stress (And How to Change It) - with Kelsey Mathes
      • Making Peace with Where You Are - with Wendy Braun
      • How High Standards Can Help Your Career
    • Gail Rastorfer - Artistic Strategies (Actor Branding)
    • Brene Brown: Unlocking Us Podcast
    • Team Beachbody: Health, Nutrition, Workouts from home
    • Secrets to Success Podcast

    Have you signed up for the free actor self-care newsletter?

    Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for artists.

    Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

    Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected]

    For Sponsorship Inquiries

    • Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
    • Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

    Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

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    • Twitter: @_tonyrossi
    • TikTok: @tony.rossi
    • Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    1 hr 23 min
  • You've Always Known You're Good Enough - with Aneisa Hicks

    Today's episode is with Chicago actress Aneisa Hicks.

    Follow Aneisa

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aneisa.hicks
    • Instagram: @AneisaJene
    • TikTok: @aneisahicks

    Interview Highlights:

    • Ways to answer "What have I seen you in?"
    • Her experience working in "Graveyard Shift" at the Goodman Theatre
    • How she started giving herself permission to take breaks in between shows
    • Her story of losing a family member during tech week
    • What to remember when comparing to other actors
    • Learning how to say "no" to a project
    • Why health is so important
    • How health isn't just about looks
    • Why we try to "please people from our past" and why it's unnecessary
    • How Aneisa rewires her brain to love herself
    • What social distancing has taught us

    Links referenced

    • Team Beachbody:www.teambeachbody.com/tonyrossi
    • Books
      • T is for Transformation - Shaun T
      • Tony's reading list

    • Previous Episodes
      • Why Bookings Aren't Our Work - Patrick Mulvey

    Have you signed up for the free actor self-care newsletter?

    Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for artists.

    Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

    Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected]

    For Sponsorship Inquiries

    • Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
    • Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

    Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

    • Instagram: @tony.rossi
    • Twitter: @_tonyrossi
    • TikTok: @tony.rossi
    • Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    1 hr 28 min
  • This is Controversial

    Are you finding yourself posting about "controversial" topics more lately?

    Are you talking more about racism, police brutality, or politics?

    And are you worried what people might think of you?

    If the concept of having difficult conversations is new to you - I get it. It's new for me too. Here's why I'm speaking up and why it isn't as "bad" or scary as you might think.

    • Previous Episodes
      • Speak Up! Difficult Convos & Emotional People - with Mel B Cook
    • Books
      • Me and White Supremacy - Layla Saad
      • Listen to this on Audible with a free trial
    • Videos on racism
      • Trevor Noah - "There Is No Right Way to Protest"
      • Shawn Stevenson sharing what we can do to combat racism
      • Rachel Rodgers - "Marie Forleo and the Good White Liberal Response"
    • Donate to Brave Space Alliance

    Have you signed up for the free actor self-care newsletter?

    Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for artists.

    Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

    Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected]

    For Sponsorship Inquiries

    • Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Actor Problems Sponsor" in the subject line.
    • Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation options, starting at $1/month.

    Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

    • Instagram: @tony.rossi
    • Twitter: @_tonyrossi
    • TikTok: @tony.rossi
    • Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    17 min
  • Speak Up! Difficult Convos & Emotional People

    There's a lot of people scared.

    There's even more people who have *been* scared.

    After a weekend of protests that spread across the country, many people have questions: "What can I say right now? How can I help? How can I speak up and share my voice without offending others?"

    This week, we're talking to speaker, coach, and communication expert, Mel B. Cook. Let's talk. Let's learn.

    About Mel B:

    Mel B. Cook has been dominating in life and business since she was 16 years old. At an early age, she understood the importance of self-discipline, hard work, and consistency. Mel has served in leadership, managerial, and other influential roles for several Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and health systems. Mel followed her entrepreneurial passion to become the CEO of Suite Conversation, where she teaches the art of communication to increase your revenue, relationships, and results.

    Outside of being a seasoned professional, Mel is survivor of sexual assault, abandonment, a broken home, and depression. She is a published author, entrepreneur, speaker, and coach. In addition, she is a wife, mother, and caregiver. Mel truly understands the importance of balance and developing strong emotional intelligence to ensure success in all areas of life.

    Episode topics:

    • How to have a difficult conversation
    • Why having conversations without "attaching our emotions" is vital
    • Being reactionary in a time of high emotions
    • Why it's still important to work on goals right now
    • Mel B's advice to perfectionists
    • How embracing 80% was "enough" for her
    • Why most actors are emotional people
    • What most actors don't understand about people of power and their emotions

    Links

    • Mel B Cook
      • www.melbcook.com
      • www.suiteconversation.com
      • Instagram: @melbcook
      • Facebook: www.facebook.com/melbcook
      • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mel-b-cook-aaa30482/
    • Grindation: Life & Business Coaching Community:
      • https://www.grindation.com
    • Educate yourself (Include affiliate links)
      • Check out Tony's self-care reading list here
      • Or start your journey on audible with a free trial at www.audibletrial.com/tonyrossishow

    Have you signed up for the free actor self-care newsletter?

    Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for artists.

    Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Come join the Actor Problems Facebook Group **

    **Must be an actor and over 18 years of age to join

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

    Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected]

    For Sponsorship Inquiries

    • Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Tony Rossi Show Sponsor" in the subject line.
    • Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation optins, starting at $1/month.

    Are we connected? (We totally should be….)

    • Instagram: @tony.rossi
    • Twitter: @_tonyrossi
    • TikTok: @tony.rossi
    • Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching

    Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want

    #notperfect #stillenough

    1 hr 16 min
  • Why 'Bookings Aren't Our Work " - with Patrick Mulvey

    "I was robbing the camera of myself" - Patrick Mulvey

    Today's interview is with Chicago actor, Patrick Mulvey.

    Patrick Mulvey received his Bachelor's degree from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. While in the UK he starred on the BBC series River City and worked with the National Theatre of Scotland and the Globe Theatre in London. Other theatre credits include TimeLine Theatre, the Goodman Theatre, and Broadway in Chicago. He went on to play Tony in the nine-time Tony award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical on Broadway. He has also appeared in Cirque de Soleil's production of Baz Luhrmann: For the Record. Recent television credits include CSI: NY, NCIS, Chicago PD, and Fox's Proven Innocent. He was recently recurring on the hit shows Empire, Chicago Fire, and the Girlfriend Experience. This past spring he played the title role in David Auburn's world premiere adaptation of The Adventures of Augie March at the Court Theatre.

    Episode topics:

    • How to separate work-life balance
    • Patrick's doubts about himself when he first started teaching
    • His thoughts on students who invest hundreds of dollars into classes with him
    • His experience performing in Billy Elliot on Broadway
      • Why he enjoyed himself during the Chicago production more
    • Why bookings themselves are not our work
    • How acting can sometimes feel unfulfilling - and what to do about it.

    Links

    • Patrick's Production Company - 5by12 productions

      • Website
    • Milk and Cookies Short Film
      • Website
      • Instagram

    Have you signed up for the free actor self-care newsletter?

    Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for artists.

    Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)"

    Come join the Actor Problems Facebook Group **

    **Must be an actor and over 18 years of age to join

    Interested in coaching?

    Schedule a free call with me here!

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About Actor Problems

From the publisher's feed

You're an actor because you love it. Because it's fun! Because you can't *not* do it. But have you ever wondered why we're so damn stressed?