​Being Present

Happy early Wednesday morning, guys and girls!  I hope you've had a wonderful start to the week!  I’ve just returned to my apartment here in Hollywood a little while ago after attending a fantastic acting class.  One of the constant reminders that I often hear in my class with my amazing coach, Billy Hufsey, is, “don’t act, be.” Gosh, I love that phrase!!

I’ve written extensively about the importance of being as opposed to acting – both as an actor and in everyday life!  Attending my wonderful class tonight truly reminded me to always try my best to be present.  Time moves so quickly, my friends, and one of the gifts that I have received by pursuing a passion of acting is that I’m always striving to remain fully present, in the moment.  This training as an actor has absolutely influenced my life in so many ways, and I wanted to take a minute to hopefully influence you to aim to be present, too. 

We do not know how much time we have on this planet.  That’s not something to be afraid of or think about in any sort of negative way.  It is an opportunity to think about how fortunate we all are to be here, right now, experiencing life!  Let’s all aim to experience our moments in life with gratitude and excitement!  And never feel the need to be untruthful.  Be true to who you are because you are unique and amazing.  “Don’t act, be!” 
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Here’s to remaining in the present moment,
Jesse x