The Power of Positive Self-Talk for Actors ​

Class Objective: To provide actors with an understanding of the impact of positive self-talk on their performance, and to teach practical tools and techniques for developing positive self-talk habits, all through an online Zoom platform.

Class Outline:
I. Introduction
* Welcome and introductions
* Importance of positive self-talk for actors
* Examples of negative self-talk and their consequences
II. Understanding Self-Talk
* Definition of self-talk
* Different types of self-talk (positive, negative, neutral)
* Identifying personal self-talk patterns
* Group discussion on self-talk patterns
III. The Science of Self-Talk
* How self-talk affects brain function
* The relationship between self-talk and emotions
* The power of visualization
* Short guided meditation on positive self-talk
IV. Techniques for Developing Positive Self-Talk Habits
* Goal setting
* Affirmations
* Visualizations
* Self-compassion
* Group practice of positive affirmations
V. Integrating Positive Self-Talk into Auditions and Performances
* Strategies for managing pre-audition nerves
* Techniques for staying present and focused during performances
* Managing self-talk during rejections and setbacks
* Role-playing exercises for managing negative self-talk during auditions and performances
VI. Conclusion and Next Steps
* Recap of the importance of positive self-talk
* Action plan for integrating positive self-talk into daily life and practice
* Q&A session

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