meditations for actors
I used to be one of those “I just CAN’T meditate. My brain doesn’t switch off” sort of people, so if that rings true for you - I totally get it. It was haaaard to get into meditation for me, and the key was just challenging myself to do one meditation every day for a month. It could be 1 minute long or 20 minutes long, just a bit of time to set aside each day. (I found the Insight Timer app really helpful as there is such a wide range of offerings on there for guided meditations and courses!)
Once meditating became a habit I found myself wanting to meditate in times when I feel like I needed it. A lot of the time it’s when my brain is very busy and all my thoughts have started manifesting physically and I just need some time to reset.
I was inspired to make some actor-specific meditations. Please enjoy some here, with more in further resources.
pre-audition meditation
Let’s get ready for an audition together! You’ve learned the lines, practiced the scene, warmed up and are ready to go. But do you feel ready? Often the morning of an audition can be full of nerves and even some anxiety - which can have a negative affect on our minds and bodies. Not what we want for an audition - our time to shine! Using a small amount of breath work and some confidence building affirmations, this meditation aims to put you in the best mental state possible to make the most of this exciting opportunity!
Time: 7 mins
The music used in this meditation is from Dandelion Meditation on YouTube.
Find joy in your journey meditation
This meditation was inspired by a podcast episode I recorded as part of the finale for Series 5 of The 98%, in which I spoke about the importance of redefining what success means and finding joy and empowerment in your #actorslife. You can listen to the episode here.
We start with some breath work, have a small gratitude practice and then dive into some affirmations. This meditation aims to foster a sense of peace, self-acceptance, and inner strength. Join as we reconnect with our passion for acting and nurture our creative spirit, ensuring that we live a balanced and fulfilling life.
Time: 7 mins