Suffering is relative, NOT absolute!
Nobody suffers in a vacuum, within an inevitable absolute reality that makes one a sufferer. If pain is inevitable but suffering is optional (The Dalai Lama), is there a potential way out of this dilemma?
Throughout my life, particularly during my decades as an acting coach and director, I have witnessed a great deal of emotional and psychological suffering. Working with individuals is an extraordinary journey. Early in my career, I realized that the skills I was attempting to teach would not be effectively assimilated unless I focused on the whole person.
People struggle more with themselves than with their talent or learning process. This insight fueled my passion for helping others understand and alleviate their suffering. I started as a professional actor in New York City. After moving to Los Angeles, I founded the Hollywood Actors Studio in Los Angeles in 1989.
I began my career as a professional actor in New York City. After moving to Los Angeles, I founded the Hollywood Actors Studio in 1989. Teaching and directing actors marked the beginning of my second career as a public speaking skills trainer. As my passion for artistic expression grew, and I realized that all public speakers face performance issues, I founded Speakers & Artists International, Inc., dedicated to enhancing public speaking and business communication…
