Vida

I once took a business class where one of the mentors asked a simple question: “Do you ever go to a café or a restaurant alone?” Out of the whole room, I was the only one who raised my hand. He smiled and said: “Of course. Actress.” Then he added something that stayed with me: “This is also an excellent business skill.” At first glance, acting and business don’t seem to have much in common. But they meet in one crucial place: observation . If you know how to observe people — how they speak,...

I recently heard someone say that certain things hurt her. She feels sad, stressed, and shaken when someone treats her unfairly—when someone is rude, angry, or dismissive. The response she received was simple: “Just don’t take it personally.” As if it were that easy . As if emotional impact were a choice. This kind of advice is common, especially in demanding environments—workplaces, creative industries, and even acting training. We are often told that strength means distance and that...

As actors, we talk a lot about expression—voice, text, emotion, and intention. But one of the most important skills in acting is often underestimated: Listening. I often hear actors say things like: “My scene partner was unclear.”“I didn’t know what they wanted from me.”“The scene felt flat.” And sometimes, that’s true. But very often, the real question is: How well were we listening? Listening creates clarity In real life, people don’t always know exactly what they want to say. They discover...