The phrase “Mind Over Matter” refers to the power of thought, regardless of physical limitations. Not only was this phrase uttered by her character, Sheila, in A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, it is also a phrase Toy Newkirk has grown up practicing.
Coming from a father in entertainment, Toy was encouraged to build her own path. She pushed limits, enthusiastically sought learning opportunities, and stood strong in the face of adversity. Even today, Toy Newkirk is a force of persistence and a source of inspiration. Whether it’s a “killer physics test” or a film production, Toy Newkirk lets her Sheila shine.
Host Diandra is joined by special guest host Ashlee Blackwell of Graveyard Shift Sisters, whom you might remember from an earlier episode exploring the importance of Sheila. Together Ashlee and Diandra discuss Sheila and willpower with Toy Newkirk.