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On Being Emotionally Open
The more emotionally open I am, the better performer I am. This is why relaxation, yoga, meditation, a vocal warm-up, are all important aspects of getting to the point of your best emotionally open self.
There are people who prefer to say “Yes,” and there are people who prefer to say “No.” Those who say “Yes” are rewarded by the adventures they have, and those who say “No” are rewarded by the safety they attain.
Keith Johnstone (via thecloudscraper)
Yes!!
Improv Notes
I got some awesome feedback from an improv teacher the other day and want to share it with you.... 1. Live life on stage. Trust your instincts. I think the "blackout" you describe comes from judging your own reactions and thinking they're not funny enough. Just react. Pretend you're really experiencing what is happening in the scene, and try to truthfully react. Don't worry about it being the right reaction, or the wrong reaction. Just get used to that sense of being present, loose, relaxed and playful in the context of realistic choices. That takes time. Just like you can explain how to hit a perfect forehand quickly, but you need to go hit 10,000 of them to actually get the hang of it. 2. You never need to tolerate something that makes you feel uncomfortable personally, whether it's because of sexual content or anything else. Part of the fun of growing as an improvisor is seeking out likeminded people to do this with, instead of random people in classes. In doing so, you can be more on the same page about what type of work you want to do. That said, if anything ever happens in class or otherwise that makes you physically uncomfortable, let the teacher know. It's okay. I personally think miming sex acts on stage is cheap way to get a quick laugh and never necessary. Look for the comedy in the scene outside the sex stuff. There will always be something funnier going on, and you'll be hip for playing that instead of the obvious choice. 3. You want to know how to be a better improvisor while on vacation in Colorado? Simple. Have a great vacation. Do cool things. Have memorable experiences, whether that means an awesome nature hike, seeing live music, going to an art gallery, getting drunk with old friends, whatever. Del Close said an improviser's JOB is to "lead an interesting life, and then tell people about it." Have a good time, and the next time you get up to improvise, you'll have that much more life experience to inform your work. You're doing well, and you've got some real talent and ability, but you can't rush this improv stuff. It will take time, but will come to you if you stick with it. Sit back and enjoy the ride.
The Airport
The airport is a special place for you when you are in a long distance relationship. I seem to be in the present moment most when I say hello or good-bye to my boyfriend at the airport.
When I am finally out of the gate and I spot my boyfriend (I'm always the first one to see him, we both talked about that), I get this rush of feelings - like a school girl going to her first dance with her crush (who happened to ask her to the dance also because it turns out he has a crush on her as well). I'm happy, I'm excited, I'm thrilled, I'm turned on, I'm so in love. I remember what he wore that day, what his face looked like when he saw me also, how his touch felt...I remember everything so vividly in those first few moments at the airport and leaving to go home with him.Â
I also remember a lot of the time we spend together, because as a couple, I feel so much in the present moment with my boyfriend, but those first few moments are pure bliss and nothing else matters - it's just he and I.
And leaving has the same effect, when you talk about remembering details. I recall the security line and the people who were in it, I remember how my boyfriend looked that morning and especially right before he had to leave me at the security line, I remember everything. I don't so much remember the several hours of packing, discussing plans for the next visit, nor what happens when I get past security.Â
Staying in the present moment at the airport must happen a lot.
Bikram Yoga and Improv
When I step into a Bikram Yoga class, I try to come in with a fresh view of the practice. Even though the practice is essentially the same each time - 26 postures, 2 breathing exercises - I learn something new about my mind and body each class.Â
When I step into an improv scene, I try to come in with a fresh mind. Even though there are some rules in improv - "yes...and", "if this unusual thing is true, what else is true?" and a suggestion is given - I learn something new about my mind and bring out a new scene that has not been done before with my partner(s).
Doing each keeps me in the present moment.
Love life learning
Why are we here? What makes us have no control? What is this life?
