Embrace Vulnerability. It is a strength.

Contrary to popular belief, vulnerability is a strength.

The secret is: when it comes to yourself and feelings, there is nothing to be ashamed of, ever. Every feeling you have is valid. Every experience you have is valuable to your identity. If others are going to put you down for it, they're only doing disservice to themselves. It's only when you value others' confidence over your own that you fall. And artists got no time for this cuz artists know their vulnerability is what empowers their creation, their craft! Now get to work.

Be professional and take yourself seriously. You have a great work ahead of you.

Vulnerability is so particularly powerful in acting because it is what everyone else is afraid to show and yet it is something we all experience and wish we could show to others without fear. Let's show it, regardless! Be unembarrassed to portray emotions that exist in life; those are the only ones that matter.

Be confident and professional in the art of expression!

So here you have it.. about to get real.
VIDEO CONTEXT: moving away from my best friend, simultaneously going through extreme heartbreak; it is going to be hard; deciding to be my biggest support, to uplift my life. tone: peace, somber joyful tears. Every experience characterizes you. Use it.

btw, we are our own worst critic so no one needs to be told their flaws. i am aware of all'a mine. embrace it. this is what it means to be vulnerable, to put yourself out there, flaws and all. It adds to your character as a human being.

Love yourself more than anyone. Like yourself more than anyone. Be healthy. And you will have a great life.

How to Become an Actor with No Experience

Also, check this out that my friend Aaron showed me: http://imgur.com/gallery/CyEh9 
[fun fact: my acting coach taught Laura Hamilton]

Star Wars VII

should i audition for the character of Rachel, just for fun?

STAR WARS VII Audition How-To
1) Seeking: Young woman to play 17-18 Years old. Must be beautiful, smart and athletic. Open to all ethnicities (including bi- and multi-racial).

Rachel:

Was quite young when she lost her parents. With no other family, she was forced to make her way alone in a tough, dangerous town. Now 17 she has become street smart and strong. She is able to take care of herself using humor and guts to get by.

Always a survivor, never a victim, she remains hopeful that she can move away from this harsh existence to a better life. She is always thinking of what she can do to move ahead.