Glenn Close needs no introduction. With an acting career spanning over four decades and a level of undeniable talent that has won her countless SAG, Emmy, Tony, and Golden Globe awards, Glenn’s work on stage and screen has inspired millions. And, with her non-profit organization Bring Change to Mind, Glenn also inspires millions to help end the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental illness. In this interview, we discuss how Glenn first broke into the acting world, some of her most memorable roles, and the mission behind Bring Change to Mind. 

Don’t miss this episode where we talk about:

• Her early childhood when her parents joined the spiritual cult Moral Re-Armament, and how she was able to leave at age 22
• How she first got involved with acting and theatre while she was an undergraduate at William & Mary, and her subsequent experiences participating in national auditions after her graduation 
• The resilience and grit needed to work in the theater, film, and television industries, and the importance of remaining objective about your abilities so that you can continue to improve
• The power and freedom that comes with owning your choices, trusting your instincts, and refusing to compare yourself to others
• How her family member’s struggles with their mental health inspired and motivated her to co-found Bring Change to Mind, a non-profit organization dedicated to de-stigmatizing mental illness

Find Glenn Close:

IG: @glennclose
Bring Change to Mind: https://bringchange2mind.org/

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