Essentially the sum of responses to given conditions and circumstances. We know a character by what they do, think, and say, and by the timing or rhythm of these responses. Practical Note: You don’t “play” a condition; you simply respond to it. The audience infers who...
When moving from one emotional state or scene to another, take a conscious breath to “bridge” the shift. This subtle pause and inhale/exhale can reset your body and cue an internal pivot in mood, thought, or action. Practical Note: A deliberate breath helps you drop...
A state of existence where you are fully engaged with the here and now—unselfconscious and not “watching yourself.” It is not something you try to achieve; it often arises naturally when you drop all self-awareness and simply respond moment to moment. Practical...
Associative Memory refers to the way our brains form connections between different stimuli or pieces of information. For example, smelling lavender might trigger a memory of a childhood home. It’s a rapid, reflex-like process. Cognitive Memory is broader, encompassing...