It's All Preparation

Last night, I met up with two close friends of mine. Not only have they been incredibly supportive of my artistic endeavors over the years, but they're also incredibly inspiring people. They've worked diligently the past 5 years to launch an App for wine lovers that is soon to take off!

I explained how I was excited to offer value to as many actors and artists in the world by helping them find ways to empower themselves. "The whole mission of, "To the Prospective Artist" is to help actors, artists, and creatives live lives of artistry off-stage," I told them. "So they can enrich the quality of their work on it."

"It's a great mission," they told me. But they sensed that I had some reservations. I explained that I was so passionate about the idea but feared it would take years and years before it finally took flight. "I'm just tired of waiting," I said. "I worked 12 years toward another goal that didn't turn out exactly as planned and now I want to do this. I'm not sure if I can wait that long again."

Without hesitation they told me those 12 years brought me to this point. "Don't you see, you've been preparing for this moment all that time. All those years as an actor, writer, filmmaker, volunteer, and traveler have brought you here. You have to keep pushing because it's going to happen. Actors and artists yearn for community like everyone else. They probably need it more than anyone because it's such a solo endeavor."

I walked away taking great comfort in their words. They were right. They had after all lived it. 

I realized when you set out toward any passionate endeavor you need to look at all the experiences you've had to that point as preparation. If you focus on where you've been and how it's prepared you for what you're trying to accomplish now, you're less likely to get worked up about how long it's going to take to get to where you want to be. You'll marvel at your journey, and in time, begin to appreciate it.

TEDx Talk: 6 Ways Actors and Artists Can Empower Themselves is now available. If you find the talk of value please share it with anyone you think may benefit from it. My mission is to always add as much value to all the actors, artists, and creatives committed to getting their unique voices heard. Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSAgO3sPBog