I know it's frustrating. I know you're not getting paid much. I know you nearly had a big break until it fell apart at the last minute. I know that happened to you eight times and now you're extremely tired.
But don't let your enthusiasm disappear.
Because it's EVERYTHING!
Enthusiasm has been marginalised in the creative fields. Everyone is moaning about the horrible people and bitching about how things didn't work out.
And sure, we all need to vent.
But then you pick yourself up, you go again.
Enjoy it.
Enjoy this whole process -- the failings, the struggles, the tiny victories.
Enthusiasm will get you where you're going quicker. And people will gravitate towards you.
Those emails full of tension and meetings full of awkwardness, they're no good! All the self doubt that makes you delay the phone call, avoid the Skype call and disregard the opportunity - they're killing you!
You have an audition or an interview or a chance to show your work? Go for it! You've earned it! You are you, this is your work and it's where you're at right now. Don't be ashamed of it, be enthusiastic about it!
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