A problem I find amongst British actors compared to the likes of American actors is that we don't really appreciate ourselves when we've done a good job, however we are quick to beat our selves up over something we haven't done so well, for example a bad audition. In this industry positivity is vital. We have to pick our selves back up from knock backs all the time, its part of the job. If we forever doubted ourselves or questioned our ability we would never survive. There is always something positive we can take from a negative experience, we can learn from it and effectively grow from our mistakes. I can honestly say that on Sunday, I forced myself out of my comfort zone and it paid off, I did an excellent audition and reminded myself of my versatility as an actress. The head director gave me some amazing feedback after my speech and I walked out of that audition room feeing electric! On top of that I also made some amazingly talented new friends from the industry. I haven't yet heard back from the company I auditioned for, however the experience alone has massively boosted my confidence and I will never panic over performing a classical piece again. I am no one trick pony!
ALWAYS do what you are afraid to do... You might just learn something about yourself.
