Tonight I auditioned for a play. I have never been in a play before. Regardless of whether I get the part, it went really well. The play is about loneliness in the LGBTQ community. The judges responded well, and I felt elated afterwards. This is making me think I might want to try acting and/or public speaking again.
It’s funny how you can be shy but still love having an audience.
Working on DBT skills was a little difficult today. I was doing really well yesterday when working at Joey’s company. I did a repetitive task, for several hours, just losing myself in the activity. Today I was more distracted, but that’s OK. I am impressed that I really threw myself into acting, without dissociating.
I do think my people skills are getting better. My friend told me the other day at coffee that I seem much more present. That meant a lot.
Anyway! That’s all for tonight. Peace.
Elliott DeLine, Author 