What to do if you feel burnt out, uninspired, and frustrated

We go through “seasons” as actors.

Professionally, and personally.

Sooooo many actors have been reaching out to me lately feeling burnt out, uninspired, frustrated, stressed, and like they’ve “stuck” in their careers.

It’s like we energetically vibe off each other and collectively go through things at the same time. Yet, we usually feel hella isolated when these feelings creep up.

This year has been weird for us actors, y’all. Those of you who are just starting out and those who’ve been at this game for a minute.

And it can be especially frustrating if you felt like you were getting some much-needed momentum and then BOOM – industry-wide strike.

Or you’ve been hustling your cute butt off all year and you just haven’t seen the results…. And you don’t know what to change or do next and honestly, you’re too exhausted to figure it out on your own.

Or you’ve just started your acting journey and your initial excitement has turned to… “wow this is… a lot more work than I thought this would be.”

Maybe your gorgeous creative brain feels weak and dim.

^^^We’ve all been there. It sucks. And rather than try to avoid it all from happening (it will, and it’s okay), I put some tips below to see how you can acknowledge where you’re at, take care of yourself, and ease your way back into feeling like your badass creatively fulfilled self.

And if you’re currently in a “winter” season of your career…☃️

Instead of putting on shorts and wishing it was summer and then complaining the entire time about how much you dislike winter… properly equip yourself to get through the season. Dig out your parka and grab your gloves. Brace yourself to survive the best you can, so when the season changes (which they always do) you’ll be ready to thrive again ✨

Tips for if you’re burnt out…✨

• Unplug – just like a tv that’s not working – pause to find peace
• Get outside and stop looking at screens – try to get some movement in throughout your day
• Minimize what’s on your schedule as much as you can – offer yourself more spaciousness to just “be” – trust me, the more you try to power through it, the longer you’ll stay at a lower vibration
• Make a morning self-care menu for yourself – write a list of a few things that you enjoy doing to take care of yourself – a self-care menu – and every morning when you start your day, pick one or two of the things you want to do to start off giving back to yourself first and foremost

Tips for if you’re feeling uninspired…✨

• Re-connect to your why – nothing negative exists in your why, no worries or despair
• Go on an artist date – a dedicated time that’s on your calendar – totally solo where you get to do something that’s creative and lights you up it can be going and visiting your favorite museum, or going to a spot in nature with a book or sketch pad, wining and dining yourself by going to dinner and a movie, or going to see a live improv show. 
• Have a date with your favorite friend – we’re pack animals and we love getting energized by others – your friend who always leaves you feeling GOOD after you see them no matter what you talk about or what you do – yeah, that friend.
• Break up the monotony of your week – is there something in your schedule you can change up a bit to break up your week? Something to add a little bit more spontaneity

Tips for if you’re frustrated…✨

• Stop ingesting any content that’s making the spiral worse
• Write down all the things that you’ve accomplished so far – we are human beings, not human machines and I guarantee you you’re probably getting a lot more done than you even realize
• Set a small goal for yourself that doesn’t depend on anybody saying yes to you or choosing you – make this an easy win, something that you KNOW you can accomplish 
• Turn on your voice notes and vent. I’m serious. Some people like to get it all out on the page. Others need to talk sh*t out and don’t always want to burden someone else (or have to hear someone else’s opinion). But it still feels nice to get it out of you. And your voice memos can handle it – I promise. 

If you’re in need of a quick career re-set, have no idea what you should be working on or what next steps to take…feel confused and like you’ve been spinning your wheels all year…feel your confidence dimming because you haven’t had a lot of career traction this year… book a free 30-minute consultation with me. We’ll dive into what’s making you feel stuck and create a specific action plan to help you move forward and make the progress you’re desiring with your career!