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I understand, it would be stressful. It's hard not to doubt yourself but I've seen your stuff, you're good so just go in there like I'm good and I know my stuff, it will all work out, just relax till they call you. It's a lot of stress and hard work but you'll be there.
Wow, and you're a real wonder, right? Ass. Grow up. No one is forcing you to watch her videos. They are HER BLOGS. Obviously, they're going to be about HER, genius.
WHILE AT THE BEACH AND AT THE OSCAR CEREMONY , I REMEMBERD HOW STRONG IT IS FOR AN ACTOR , AT TIMES , TO CLOSE YOUR EYES AND KEEP SORTING OUT YOUR LINES.
audience then listen to the text and is once more taken by surprise when you re-open Soul and back.
Ha. In less than 3 months, the busy season, became the slow season. I think the past two pilot seasons were off by a few months though. They seem to come so late these past years. Must be el nino.
I think the best thing is immediately after an audition, you need to go and do SOMETHING, not go straight home. Go to a movie, go to the beach, play a game—something that will get your mind off of the audition for a few hours and give you time to decompress after such a stressful situation. Also, don't focus on the negative; think about everything good that happened, write it down to make it more real.
You said it yourself. It takes a long time to make it. Don't burn out too soon.
hey Lucy you are absolutely gorgeous but you should try and chill out a bit. If you believe in yourself and project some more confidence I'm sure you will succeed :)
Disengage from the analysis. If you're going to auditions like this then you are under-prepared. There's nothing wrong.. just that you're not mentally and/or emotionally prepared. It's all too important isn't it. It's become all too significant. are you at that point where, rather than trying to succeed you're trying not to fail? (which is a different kettle of fish). Focus on what was right NOT what was wrong. My very best wishes, Dave.
You've run into the ass end of your "internal assement machine"
Don't have any of it be a dream job.. because if you do get youe dream job, the games up, as nothing will ever be that good again! The next job IS the dream job.
Lucy,what you are describing is very similar to the self doubt and the negative voices I experienced after each interview or art exhibition. My artwork up on public display was like exposing my soul for all to see. You have to believe in yourself. Try to do something directly after those auditions to keep your mind busy and your spirits up. I don't know what your interests are but immersing yourself in something else that inspires you while you wait for those responses might help you.
They are supposed to all you, you know that. You won't be a success as an actor if you are so mentally unstable. Casting directors won't hire you if they see this video, the last thing they want is actors with self doubt that seem primed for panic attacks.
Hey "lucy" I like your blog; you're so cute and interesting! Anyway. auditions are competitions. losing lots of competitions can cause disillusionment.
Lucy, don't worry too much. I think you are very cute and have a good personality. you have a great life, please keep sharing with us. By the way, consider seeing a professional about your self doubts. might be a good investment for your future.
Have you ever considered having a shorter hair? I think you would look much prettier and composed!. Anyway best luck to you babe...
thank you for these videos. It helps us understand the world of acting a bit more and lets my daughter know what's in store for her as an aspiring actor.
Oh Lucy! We love ya! I pray that you can start seeing yourself as others see you because you would then have NO REASON to doubt yourself. You are an amazing and beautiful person from the inside out. :) Your time is coming. This is just all part of the process to get you all nicey and polished so you brilliantly shine when your time does come
Your last final gaze into the cam in this vid. means :
"Did u guys buy "all this" or is it plane simple that in this blog I didn't know what else to talk about"? I need to provide! But what? I have an idea: I'll whine some more -this seems to work so far and should buy me some time."
Don't lose hope. I understand acting is a stressful career, but you've gotta hang in there! We all love you here on youtube. Hang out with your friends as often as possible, the last thing you want to be when you're depressed is lonely. You'll have better days! Good luck with your career!
Oh Lucy! We love ya! I pray that you can start seeing yourself as others see you because you would then have NO REASON to doubt yourself. You are an amazing and beautiful person from the inside out. :) Your time is coming. This is just all part of the process to get you all nicey and polished so you brilliantly shine when your time does come.
i wish there was someone else involved in this blog...like a blog...but its a dialogue between 2 people...but its still blog...u know wat im saying. so it doesnt sound like blablabla...like if theres was another person going "uhhuh, noway?, freal?,U DIDNT!!" u know that kinda thing..and maybe with an occasional "omg, so what did u do?" and a "hmmmmmm, yea,can u do that thing with your hair again?". u know that kinda thing.
Lots of advice here, lots of it terrible in my in opinion. I think you will always face anxiety in some form or other, most artists do. My very humble advice is to do something special for yourself after every audition. Have something to look forward to after every audition that could possibly help take your mind off things. Go for a drive/walk to your favourite view in the city, order your favourite food, whatever, something that you enjoy....
You would be a great "Blind Date". I'm sure it would be a fun night filled with great conversations. Your're a very beautiful girl ;) I'm sure lots of guys tell you that, but it is true.
It is normal to feel like "crap" after an audition. Keira Knightly (you know, from Pirate of the Carribbean and Pride and Predjudice?) can't bare to watch a movie she is in because she always is like "Ah! I did horrible!" "I should have done this differently" "This other actor did so well and I look like a crappy actor" And guess what? Keira Knightly was nominated for an oscar.
I came on a year ago you were talking about auditions. Seriously girl - if you keep auditioning and not getting any work - Just give up and get flipping burgers. Honestly though - calm down a bit, take some ritalin and some counselling and you may be cam enough to get some work
well you talk a lot about being an actress but i don't see any of your stuff. how bout uploading some clips of your acting work? you're not afraid are you?
you won't make it as an "actress" you look too much like that Zoey Deschanel chick, and I guess ur kinda like a celebrity in YouTube so be happy with what you have, so stop whining and just keep makin videos and stuff
aaahh Lucy, please count your blessings that you are not from a third world country, tryin to start an acting career in north america, unable to get auditions because of the lack of something called a work permit.... hhmm why does this sound so familiar. WAIT A TICK! That's happening to me!
you're too self concious and it sounds like you have low self esteem...maybe th more auditions you go to and start getting more work you'll feel better about it.
Success in many areas of the arts is never guarenteed. You can have all the talent in the world but never make it and you can no talent and become rich and famous. The importance of timing and luck is a reality. We want to believe we are in control, but in the short-term we aren't. Focus on the long-term by becoming better at what you do, which is within your control, and laugh at short-term failure which you can't control. Hope this helps.
I know, if you feel bad after nearly each audition, you may think this is not what it is all about. But I believe in you and I think it is a logical and strong conclusion, that you will make it. You are a positiv highly talented woman, its simply not possible that nobody will give you a mean part in a good movie. I know that you will make it. I believe in you!
I know how it feels to fear rejection. Heck, I just had an interview last week at a Wawa and I dunno if they're gonna hire me or not but I'm glad I went. The important thing is to not let the man getcha down!
become a good actor not a good worrier. focus on the art of what you are doing and just be yourself. I remember seeing your first video and instantly liked your charactor. oh and don't panic smell some flowers along the way, thinking about all that negativity won't make anything happen any faster. I think you'll be great at what you do.
I hear ya girl--I always try to organize my day so that something really fun is after my audition to get my mind off of it--you dont even have to spend money--trying on a dress at a store you like, a hike, an art project, going to the movies by myself, a nice bath, go to the gym and run it out...keeping busy is key, try to make it something unrelated to acting.Try on free makeup at Sephora, wash your car, try on all the shoes in your closet..
I feel kind of bad for you. I know that "Hollywood" is the place to be for acting. Maybe you should try New York? I think people are a bit less shallow in NYC. Think about these questions. IF you never get your big break what else would you want to do?
Hey lucy I still love watching you. but ya anyway it just hit me that you look kinda like elaine (can't spell) off of signfeld. and she's pretty cool so it's ok. anyway keep it up.
Hey Lucy, My name is Matt and I'm from Queensland, Australia. I'm starting out on the same path you're now on, only in Brisbane, QLD, Australia ... try starting that down here, hardly any jobs, any roles etc but I'm gonna make it ... I think you are so inspirational cute funny and talented ... I want to find a girl like you someday ... keep at it, I'm with ya all the way ...
Yeah, it's hard, especially out here where people can be seen as almost disposable. I've been working as a freelancer in LA for the past year and have gone on so many job interviews that never panned out, just because there's so much competition for the good jobs. It's so uncomfortable and tense to keep "selling" yourself, but once you land a job, you quickly let go of that fear, until you're ready to move on to something bigger. It'll probably happen when you don't expect it.
Lucy, they were lucky to meet you :-), and if they don't sign you up it will be their loss. I know it might sound lame, but it's true. So chin up, keep that great smile going....onward and upward !!
Everyone gets scarred at stuff like this. You aren't going through anything abnormal. Not being mean, but you are very melodramatic and you seriously haven't experienced many *real* physical or emotional struggles if you have a problem understanding why you are nervous at a good audition.
So that's your name from now on: lucy the drama queen.
What are you doing to hone your craft ? We all know beautiful girls hoping to make it in LA or NYC. Why not do a 1 woman show or stage something with friends. Add to your YouTube notoriety. Create your own buzz. Good luck.
If you're feeling down and flooded with thoughts, meditation could help u relax and focus better. Who knows, maybe your hormones are influencing your mood too, that happens to me often! Or maybe you just need a break to get away from it all and do something u enjoy.~Take care~
If you're feeling down and flooded with thoughts, meditation could help u relax and focus better. Who knows, maybe your hormones are influencing your mood too, that happens to me often! Or maybe you just need a break to get away from it all and do something u enjoy.~Take care~
Maybe you're feeling so overwhelmed b/c you've never longed for your "big break" as badly as now. It seems like you're worried and insecure about your career and future in general. Perhaps you need to reaffirm some self-confidence/hope/belief in yourself?
A philosopher once said, that the biggest fears are the ones coming out of your soul. It's not the emotion that's the problem, it's your negative perception to it. Ask your fellow grashopper actors what they do about it. I guess, some will run miles a day, some will sit quiet (nude) in a japanese zen garden listening to the gurgling sound of a fountain. If you don't like to "let it out" anymore, how about stuffing endless "emergency"-boxes of Häagen-Dazs icecream into your refrigerator? :)
I am sooo sorry for you! Everytime i saw you, i thought: what for an amazing woman,so beautiful and so professionaly... I hope for you that you dream come true one day..and if not i hope,that you will be happy with you life. you are great and you will be, if you have success or not.
aww Lucy Im a dental student and I feel exactly the same when I treat a patient for the 1st time with a new proceedure. Hang on in there and Im sure that you'll get through this, the paranoia and stuff just show how much you care about this.
Why don't you go on a real blind date and tell a story of how the guy tried to get fresh with you then you popped him in the chops and he kicked you out of the car on Pico so then you drank Cisco with some hobos in the alley and ended up playing charades with them... Now THAT would be a good story.
it! A friend of mine once told me that the harder he works, the luckier he gets. Jimmy "V" once said," Many people think that the equation is Work hard and you'll
succeed, the true equation is unless you work hard,
you can't succeed! You have talent, good looks,
a sense of humor and most of all, creativity!
Add Drive and Persistence and it will all pay off. We're praying for you! Hawaiian Dave
My advice: distract yourself with something you really enjoy. After you have an audition, go out and do something fun. Maybe it's shopping, or having coffee with a friend, or reading a book, or whatever it is that you enjoy. Give your mind something else to think about. Another good bet is exercise. Make it a habit to go on a run after every audition. That'll release stress, fill you with endorphins, and make you feel good about yourself. Best of luck. And don't worry; you'll get through it.
Like the videos, and I have one suggestion. Shoot more outside! Show us more of LA, like you did in that Oscar-Blog. Maybe you could do a "One Day in my Life" Blog and show us how you prepair for an Audition, where you go (obviously you can't shoot the audition), and so on... Hope I could give you some advice, and never give up. "If you dream it you can make it."
Hey Lucy, It was nice bumbing into you the other day. What are the odds. Are you going to that audition on April 1st you were talking about. I think it could be your big break!
You know there are classes all over town -- you really should try one. There's a reason so many actors practice yoga, and it's not just because it's a fad.
Lucy, if you are not approved of, or recognized, it doesn't mean you are not good. The best talents, skills, minds .. of the human race have hardly been recognized by this mediocre society. It only recognizes its own. Maybe, you belong to another level hardly present even here at d net. Check on my links and you'll see what I mean.
Hey, it's regrets over what you did or didn't do, at least that's what it sounds like to me. We all get it sometimes. The thing to do is not to disect it too much and concentrate on the next one. Well, at least, it sounds good... Whether it works or not though?? R.
Did you watch the movie "The Holiday" ??? "There is the leading lady and there is the friend, which one are you? Relax, OWN the moment. Don't act, become the moment. Like a racer, don't think, FEEL!! :)
"Take it easy. Don't let the sound of your own wheels drive you crazy." I've been seeing you in youtube and I understand it's not easy, at all. But try to relax and follow the hints of Benny695, I agree with him. And I also hope that you'll be succeeded in your choice. Best of luck. Paulo.
You ARE a wonderful, exciting, spectacular, actress with a heck of a lot of talent! Your just in a rut right now.. not anything to worry about. Ask some of the best and most successful actors out there and most will agree that they go through this kind of stuff. Don't sweat it kid - believe in yourself.. we do:)
That's just the way it is. Personally in any audition that is important to me I'll go through the audition itself in utter terror so that I can't think properly and as soon as I get out I start kicking myself for not doing good enough, not asking to do it just once more, when in actuality I have no idea how I did cause I was so stressed about it. Auditions that aren't a big deal are much easier.
lucy...please do something with your hair. i can't be the first to make a comment on it...but you're too pretty to be sporting such unkempt mane, for real. it would most likely improve your already high face value.
woow.. that was great acting.. my advice.. just play a emotional part and imagine how you feel like after the auditioning, then they are defenitely going to give you the part!
It's great that you're pursuing your dream, and I am rooting for you. But you have chosen the most competitive career imaginable -- and one where success is often based on luck. So despite your drive, recognize that you might not make it. At some point you have to have a backup plan. Grad school? How long will you wait? Hedge your bets. If acting doesn't work out, you don't want to have lost several years in pursuing another career.
sounds like u need a trip at the spa :D After an addition, just go get a 'nails on the go' deal (usually the cheapest) or go for a great massage, get soeme encouragment :D But above all, i'd recommend a nice night out with the friends to get support from them :) You'll be fine, you are a fun actress!
Talk to other young actors to discuss their reactions to auditions. Find out how they cope. Don't let self-doubt get a hold on you. Distract yourself with work or play.
maybe you need to follow up each interview with a short thank-you email to the interviewer. That way the ball is back in their court and you know the little job-search ritual is over for you until they get back to you.
Maybe you should look at it like football would. Ya I know what's a football player have to do with an actor/actress. Well, if the football player didn't forget about his last loss or dropped ball, then it would be easier to move on to the next game! Take care Lucy! We've all seen you've got what it takes! Robert
Rough patch. But.. success often comes after a lot of failure. Just maybe: the pain is from learning; nobody makes it there the easy way... (Well, OK, maybe some people) Think:
- Harrison Ford - who for years did carpentry work there just to hang around; got a break after doing some nice work (in wood) for a Hollywood bigshot
- Steven Spielberg; who pestered people incessantly until they let him have 1 camera; 1 actor; 1 old car and 1 old truck (see Duel)
Hey Lucy, I am sorry you have had a tough couple of months. I am sure things will get better soon. Try not to be so hard on yourself after auditions. If it is meant to be, it will. Everything happens for a reason. God has a plan for us all. Stay awesome.
The chains of self-doubt will only keep you down. When you enter that audition room you need to know that you are the best person for the role (not THINK you are but KNOW that you are.) Only then will you get the part.
lucy i love you! maybe you should get stoned b4 you audition. i live in toronto and people do that all the time hahah. but seriously, good luck with all that you do.
What is it Will Smiths son said to him on the set, when Will couldn't get a scene right. He said something like "You keep doing the same thing over and over again." I think meaning Will was trying to hard to 'Act' the part insead of feel or live the part.
Maybe try doing something different after an audition. Play pictionary with friends or just do something really fun to take your mind far away from it for the rest of that day. Draw, paint....go ride a horse...anything!
I have 2 suggestions. 1. write-I will not obsess or mope around after auditions anymore. 2. get those endorphins going, take a walk, a jog, ride a bike, walk the stairs in Santa Monica - you're LA hit the beach, find a view and reflect on how truly blessed you are. YOur spririt will be lifted if you reflect on how many blessings you have - the audition itself is crumbs in the big bread basket of life.
LUCY this was your best blog in a long time.. honest and real.. not that u aren't anyway.. but this was a return to your roots when u first started on here. anyways, this anxiety.. well it's just there and we have to learn to flow with the energy.. uh hope that helped?? :/
Have you given yourself somekind of deadline or something? Maybe (even subconsciously) you are pressuring yourself in a way that you weren't before. You are a natural in front of the camera. Something will turn up, and then when you are being interviewed by all the magazines because you've become a big star, you can look back at this time of self doubt and say to all aspiring actors out there still struggling "Always believe in yourself!"
Lucy, here is my advice, you'd be more successful if you were casting for women's roles rather than trying to be an actor. You're a beautiful woman, you'd do well as an actress.
An actor is an actor, be he or she. We don't call Doctors, Doctresses ... I know, not everyone agrees on this point/fact even in the movie biz. Just thought I'd wrtie it here for the umteenth time.
Lucy. I'm an actor myself. I've been in your shoes many times. Best advice I can give you is just move on to something else. find something else to distract yourself. and try to just let it to. it may take days, but find something else to take your mind away and eventually you'll let it go. I have fait in you!!!
You tend not to respond to my comments, but I am a director and let me tell you that what you are experiencing is normal. Most actors go through it.
What will help is a support group of other actors (preferably that you are taking class with) that you can emote to after the audition. They can also help coach you and you can help coach them.
you are letting your past rejections and experiences rule how you're going to feel about auditions to follow. act it out Lucy...act confident and it will help you feel confident. :o)
110 comments and not one single response from her. There never are responses from Lucy. She just wants all you sack riders to worship her but won't even bother to say thanks. meh...she's become lame.
Not at all. She posts her blogs and people respond yet she is silent. It's absurd particularly from someone that says she's so grateful for her fans support. Her words and actions don't match...it's as simple as that.
Lucy, you seem so self absorbed and insincere. I post comments here, and they mysteriously disappear. I've never seen you reply to someones comments. Oh well, you probably feel right at home in tinseltown. I don't buy your act at all.
If Laura commented on every single comment John (Jethrol2) she wouldn't have time to get out of the house. It might be hard for you to understand that since you only have one subscriber.
I'm not saying she should respond to every single comment on here...not at all but it sure seems like her interaction in the response section is really light. And based on the other peoples responses, I'm not the only one that thinks this way.
To confirm my perseption, I looked at her most popular videos on the first page of her channel....there are like 5 vids with over 400 responses. Do a find and see how many responses she has...it's really light compared to other directors.
love the way you tell stories! =)
customz 2 years ago
shez very cute!!
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chevycharles 3 years ago
Love hearing about you're auditions haha
VonRotsky 4 years ago
I understand, it would be stressful. It's hard not to doubt yourself but I've seen your stuff, you're good so just go in there like I'm good and I know my stuff, it will all work out, just relax till they call you. It's a lot of stress and hard work but you'll be there.
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she look like she can suck a mean one!!!!
phrankster 4 years ago
Wow, and you're a real wonder, right? Ass. Grow up. No one is forcing you to watch her videos. They are HER BLOGS. Obviously, they're going to be about HER, genius.
SiLassy5 4 years ago
WHILE AT THE BEACH AND AT THE OSCAR CEREMONY , I REMEMBERD HOW STRONG IT IS FOR AN ACTOR , AT TIMES , TO CLOSE YOUR EYES AND KEEP SORTING OUT YOUR LINES.
audience then listen to the text and is once more taken by surprise when you re-open Soul and back.
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andrewvanuatu 4 years ago
Ha. In less than 3 months, the busy season, became the slow season. I think the past two pilot seasons were off by a few months though. They seem to come so late these past years. Must be el nino.
man1d2tran 4 years ago
Usually when i feel like I crapped an audition
that's when i get the callback
go figure
1mustruggle 4 years ago
I think the best thing is immediately after an audition, you need to go and do SOMETHING, not go straight home. Go to a movie, go to the beach, play a game—something that will get your mind off of the audition for a few hours and give you time to decompress after such a stressful situation. Also, don't focus on the negative; think about everything good that happened, write it down to make it more real.
You said it yourself. It takes a long time to make it. Don't burn out too soon.
loco2402 4 years ago
hey Lucy you are absolutely gorgeous but you should try and chill out a bit. If you believe in yourself and project some more confidence I'm sure you will succeed :)
fupeg126 4 years ago
Disengage from the analysis. If you're going to auditions like this then you are under-prepared. There's nothing wrong.. just that you're not mentally and/or emotionally prepared. It's all too important isn't it. It's become all too significant. are you at that point where, rather than trying to succeed you're trying not to fail? (which is a different kettle of fish). Focus on what was right NOT what was wrong. My very best wishes, Dave.
MusicManxxxxx 4 years ago
You've run into the ass end of your "internal assement machine"
Don't have any of it be a dream job.. because if you do get youe dream job, the games up, as nothing will ever be that good again! The next job IS the dream job.
You bought that book yet??!!
MusicManxxxxx 4 years ago
You do the acting don't let the acting do you.
JesseQuintana 4 years ago
Lucy,what you are describing is very similar to the self doubt and the negative voices I experienced after each interview or art exhibition. My artwork up on public display was like exposing my soul for all to see. You have to believe in yourself. Try to do something directly after those auditions to keep your mind busy and your spirits up. I don't know what your interests are but immersing yourself in something else that inspires you while you wait for those responses might help you.
BrightOmen 4 years ago
They are supposed to all you, you know that. You won't be a success as an actor if you are so mentally unstable. Casting directors won't hire you if they see this video, the last thing they want is actors with self doubt that seem primed for panic attacks.
Raftiinstitute 4 years ago
U figured it out quite correctly that u r a "horrible actor".
whackozhacko 4 years ago
i would like to know when you will reply to my email
VWBEETLEBOY 4 years ago
you're pretty.
MelindaHill 4 years ago
Hey "lucy" I like your blog; you're so cute and interesting! Anyway. auditions are competitions. losing lots of competitions can cause disillusionment.
oehlda2000 4 years ago
do you do anything for stress reduction? meditation, deep breathing, yoga?
BreeinOC 4 years ago
If I ever make a movie, I'd so pick you as the main actress :[. Hang in there!
chubu 4 years ago
Lucy, don't worry too much. I think you are very cute and have a good personality. you have a great life, please keep sharing with us. By the way, consider seeing a professional about your self doubts. might be a good investment for your future.
Have you ever considered having a shorter hair? I think you would look much prettier and composed!. Anyway best luck to you babe...
hakn1111111 4 years ago
i had shorter hair in college,but everyone said it made me look older. but maybe someday.... : )
LUCYinLA 4 years ago
thank you for these videos. It helps us understand the world of acting a bit more and lets my daughter know what's in store for her as an aspiring actor.
Thanks!!
angiec1 4 years ago
good luck to her!
LUCYinLA 4 years ago
Perfect analogy :) great video one can relate to.
bartolemeo 4 years ago
Oh Lucy! We love ya! I pray that you can start seeing yourself as others see you because you would then have NO REASON to doubt yourself. You are an amazing and beautiful person from the inside out. :) Your time is coming. This is just all part of the process to get you all nicey and polished so you brilliantly shine when your time does come
This reader said it all.Bless you girl
jven11 4 years ago
Hey Little Luccia :)
Your last final gaze into the cam in this vid. means :
"Did u guys buy "all this" or is it plane simple that in this blog I didn't know what else to talk about"? I need to provide! But what? I have an idea: I'll whine some more -this seems to work so far and should buy me some time."
Lol, at least it was some legit acting
I'm just teasing u.
ps. I love reading ur thoughts -- it's amusing :)
peace
pete1255 4 years ago
Don't give up hope, you'll get there! =D
OHashbebo 4 years ago
Don't lose hope. I understand acting is a stressful career, but you've gotta hang in there! We all love you here on youtube. Hang out with your friends as often as possible, the last thing you want to be when you're depressed is lonely. You'll have better days! Good luck with your career!
rajahtenx 4 years ago
how about you jerk out all the nut i have for you all in your mouth..then smile
threeflamez 4 years ago
omg you are so cute :)
militaryboy 4 years ago
Oh Lucy! We love ya! I pray that you can start seeing yourself as others see you because you would then have NO REASON to doubt yourself. You are an amazing and beautiful person from the inside out. :) Your time is coming. This is just all part of the process to get you all nicey and polished so you brilliantly shine when your time does come.
Lafwthme2 4 years ago
i know exactly how you feel.
have you seen The Secret?
thx01102 4 years ago
lick someones balls already
oscarTenedora 4 years ago
Why don't you get a job ?
Alexvideoclip 4 years ago
i wish there was someone else involved in this blog...like a blog...but its a dialogue between 2 people...but its still blog...u know wat im saying. so it doesnt sound like blablabla...like if theres was another person going "uhhuh, noway?, freal?,U DIDNT!!" u know that kinda thing..and maybe with an occasional "omg, so what did u do?" and a "hmmmmmm, yea,can u do that thing with your hair again?". u know that kinda thing.
bamyojdub 4 years ago
This is ALL part of the acting profession. Do some local theater to keep busy until you are truly discovered! We all love you here on YouTube!
LynNetterBug 4 years ago
Hang in there, it'll happen for you!!
HermaWaG 4 years ago
FUCKIING WHORE LOL
royal888 4 years ago
sigh. why are 90% of people, such as yourself, such immature pricks?
Petematrix 4 years ago
sheez very cute!!
nazzu 4 years ago
you're very cute lol
and don't worry it happens to every one!
btw yuor an actress lol
butt4brains 4 years ago
Lots of advice here, lots of it terrible in my in opinion. I think you will always face anxiety in some form or other, most artists do. My very humble advice is to do something special for yourself after every audition. Have something to look forward to after every audition that could possibly help take your mind off things. Go for a drive/walk to your favourite view in the city, order your favourite food, whatever, something that you enjoy....
focusxl 4 years ago
You would be a great "Blind Date". I'm sure it would be a fun night filled with great conversations. Your're a very beautiful girl ;) I'm sure lots of guys tell you that, but it is true.
webvideofan 4 years ago
Kay ur great and everything but ur an actress
ilovekiraandmargo 4 years ago
It is normal to feel like "crap" after an audition. Keira Knightly (you know, from Pirate of the Carribbean and Pride and Predjudice?) can't bare to watch a movie she is in because she always is like "Ah! I did horrible!" "I should have done this differently" "This other actor did so well and I look like a crappy actor" And guess what? Keira Knightly was nominated for an oscar.
deddica 4 years ago
I came on a year ago you were talking about auditions. Seriously girl - if you keep auditioning and not getting any work - Just give up and get flipping burgers. Honestly though - calm down a bit, take some ritalin and some counselling and you may be cam enough to get some work
NickNJoe 4 years ago
well you talk a lot about being an actress but i don't see any of your stuff. how bout uploading some clips of your acting work? you're not afraid are you?
come on load-up
i will look forward to seeing
nsl11a 4 years ago
I've found that learning about Stoicism has helped me greatly in dealing with anxiety (it's not the emotionless caricature that most people think).
dtstrain 4 years ago
where is the video response from insult alien?
skiingisgoodforyou 4 years ago
you won't make it as an "actress" you look too much like that Zoey Deschanel chick, and I guess ur kinda like a celebrity in YouTube so be happy with what you have, so stop whining and just keep makin videos and stuff
rodunited 4 years ago
aaahh Lucy, please count your blessings that you are not from a third world country, tryin to start an acting career in north america, unable to get auditions because of the lack of something called a work permit.... hhmm why does this sound so familiar. WAIT A TICK! That's happening to me!
TheShogunate 4 years ago
maybe you can go back to where you originated and be a movie star there. Then again there's always BaliWood
skiingisgoodforyou 4 years ago
Well just sleep with a producer.
ff7reborn 4 years ago
you're too self concious and it sounds like you have low self esteem...maybe th more auditions you go to and start getting more work you'll feel better about it.
skorpion420 5 years ago
Success in many areas of the arts is never guarenteed. You can have all the talent in the world but never make it and you can no talent and become rich and famous. The importance of timing and luck is a reality. We want to believe we are in control, but in the short-term we aren't. Focus on the long-term by becoming better at what you do, which is within your control, and laugh at short-term failure which you can't control. Hope this helps.
bashbrannigan 5 years ago
I know, if you feel bad after nearly each audition, you may think this is not what it is all about. But I believe in you and I think it is a logical and strong conclusion, that you will make it. You are a positiv highly talented woman, its simply not possible that nobody will give you a mean part in a good movie. I know that you will make it. I believe in you!
LightandSpace 5 years ago
milf milf
socalplaya13 5 years ago
I know how it feels to fear rejection. Heck, I just had an interview last week at a Wawa and I dunno if they're gonna hire me or not but I'm glad I went. The important thing is to not let the man getcha down!
Jephael 5 years ago
become a good actor not a good worrier. focus on the art of what you are doing and just be yourself. I remember seeing your first video and instantly liked your charactor. oh and don't panic smell some flowers along the way, thinking about all that negativity won't make anything happen any faster. I think you'll be great at what you do.
gtxx 5 years ago
I hear ya girl--I always try to organize my day so that something really fun is after my audition to get my mind off of it--you dont even have to spend money--trying on a dress at a store you like, a hike, an art project, going to the movies by myself, a nice bath, go to the gym and run it out...keeping busy is key, try to make it something unrelated to acting.Try on free makeup at Sephora, wash your car, try on all the shoes in your closet..
CarolineGirl81 5 years ago
I feel kind of bad for you. I know that "Hollywood" is the place to be for acting. Maybe you should try New York? I think people are a bit less shallow in NYC. Think about these questions. IF you never get your big break what else would you want to do?
Aditi000 5 years ago
Chin up, L...
sarielx 5 years ago
Hey lucy I still love watching you. but ya anyway it just hit me that you look kinda like elaine (can't spell) off of signfeld. and she's pretty cool so it's ok. anyway keep it up.
enderpie 5 years ago
Hey Lucy, My name is Matt and I'm from Queensland, Australia. I'm starting out on the same path you're now on, only in Brisbane, QLD, Australia ... try starting that down here, hardly any jobs, any roles etc but I'm gonna make it ... I think you are so inspirational cute funny and talented ... I want to find a girl like you someday ... keep at it, I'm with ya all the way ...
mattybacker 5 years ago
Yeah, it's hard, especially out here where people can be seen as almost disposable. I've been working as a freelancer in LA for the past year and have gone on so many job interviews that never panned out, just because there's so much competition for the good jobs. It's so uncomfortable and tense to keep "selling" yourself, but once you land a job, you quickly let go of that fear, until you're ready to move on to something bigger. It'll probably happen when you don't expect it.
kstreet 5 years ago
Lucy, they were lucky to meet you :-), and if they don't sign you up it will be their loss. I know it might sound lame, but it's true. So chin up, keep that great smile going....onward and upward !!
englishspark 5 years ago
you need to pray!
zafer1973 5 years ago
Hi...
Eliane197 5 years ago
i just noticed your name... do you have portuguese heratage? Cause it looks like portuguese =) i hope that your next audition goes smother..
Cinnie85 5 years ago
TAKE IT OFF!!! ok... bye...
lakerjigga 5 years ago
Lauara, what you really need in my opinion is a man. That might do you some good.
Take care.
PoetryHoundisashill 5 years ago
Everyone gets scarred at stuff like this. You aren't going through anything abnormal. Not being mean, but you are very melodramatic and you seriously haven't experienced many *real* physical or emotional struggles if you have a problem understanding why you are nervous at a good audition.
So that's your name from now on: lucy the drama queen.
EmeraldPictures 5 years ago
Thats all you are worried about? What a ditz
bbfuller 5 years ago
Hey Lucy - check out 'Collie Dog's Revenge' on my site. Only 27 seconds, but it'll cheer you up. x
olliefilms 5 years ago
What are you doing to hone your craft ? We all know beautiful girls hoping to make it in LA or NYC. Why not do a 1 woman show or stage something with friends. Add to your YouTube notoriety. Create your own buzz. Good luck.
hoking1968 5 years ago
If you're feeling down and flooded with thoughts, meditation could help u relax and focus better. Who knows, maybe your hormones are influencing your mood too, that happens to me often! Or maybe you just need a break to get away from it all and do something u enjoy.~Take care~
bumblingb 5 years ago
If you're feeling down and flooded with thoughts, meditation could help u relax and focus better. Who knows, maybe your hormones are influencing your mood too, that happens to me often! Or maybe you just need a break to get away from it all and do something u enjoy.~Take care~
bumblingb 5 years ago
Maybe you're feeling so overwhelmed b/c you've never longed for your "big break" as badly as now. It seems like you're worried and insecure about your career and future in general. Perhaps you need to reaffirm some self-confidence/hope/belief in yourself?
bumblingb 5 years ago
A philosopher once said, that the biggest fears are the ones coming out of your soul. It's not the emotion that's the problem, it's your negative perception to it. Ask your fellow grashopper actors what they do about it. I guess, some will run miles a day, some will sit quiet (nude) in a japanese zen garden listening to the gurgling sound of a fountain. If you don't like to "let it out" anymore, how about stuffing endless "emergency"-boxes of Häagen-Dazs icecream into your refrigerator? :)
senmovie 5 years ago
I am sooo sorry for you! Everytime i saw you, i thought: what for an amazing woman,so beautiful and so professionaly... I hope for you that you dream come true one day..and if not i hope,that you will be happy with you life. you are great and you will be, if you have success or not.
yours, felicitas (from berlin,germany)
crazychicken08 5 years ago
aww Lucy Im a dental student and I feel exactly the same when I treat a patient for the 1st time with a new proceedure. Hang on in there and Im sure that you'll get through this, the paranoia and stuff just show how much you care about this.
BIG Hugs
love
John in Liverpool (UK)
xanaximenesis 5 years ago
..and your hair is still flat and lifeless. It needs more "body", and a style that makes people say WOW or ZOINKS.
truckerT 5 years ago
Great. ANOTHER audition story.
Why don't you go on a real blind date and tell a story of how the guy tried to get fresh with you then you popped him in the chops and he kicked you out of the car on Pico so then you drank Cisco with some hobos in the alley and ended up playing charades with them... Now THAT would be a good story.
truckerT 5 years ago
you are cool. message me and I will get you and 2 others into Disneyland for free sometime. I work there.
mousefan77 5 years ago
having some fun might make you feel better:)
mousefan77 5 years ago
i love you :)
bjk455 5 years ago
you need to take a 10mg valium as you leave every audition...
bizarreguy 5 years ago
Don't worry Lucy
Life is always like that.. You are not the only one who has a same feeling.
passenger61 5 years ago
sounds like anxiety...take a prescribed anxiety pill...see a doctor...good luck
JBRigdon 5 years ago
Lucy, Success, makes all the hard work worth
it! A friend of mine once told me that the harder he works, the luckier he gets. Jimmy "V" once said," Many people think that the equation is Work hard and you'll
succeed, the true equation is unless you work hard,
you can't succeed! You have talent, good looks,
a sense of humor and most of all, creativity!
Add Drive and Persistence and it will all pay off. We're praying for you! Hawaiian Dave
ideasmaster 5 years ago
I think that you are over-motivated and you try control all aspects of yourself during auditions, which is impossible, this brings anxiety to you.
One usually succeeds right in the moment he decides to give things up. You probably will not be exception.
I hope you will not delete your videos, when you became star, they are interesting.
Good luck
Peter
PetrFM 5 years ago
tick tock tick tock tick tock
karldotcom 5 years ago
Question: Why is your website all in Latin or not functioning?
Xenu 5 years ago
My advice: distract yourself with something you really enjoy. After you have an audition, go out and do something fun. Maybe it's shopping, or having coffee with a friend, or reading a book, or whatever it is that you enjoy. Give your mind something else to think about. Another good bet is exercise. Make it a habit to go on a run after every audition. That'll release stress, fill you with endorphins, and make you feel good about yourself. Best of luck. And don't worry; you'll get through it.
aprilseventh 5 years ago
Like the videos, and I have one suggestion. Shoot more outside! Show us more of LA, like you did in that Oscar-Blog. Maybe you could do a "One Day in my Life" Blog and show us how you prepair for an Audition, where you go (obviously you can't shoot the audition), and so on... Hope I could give you some advice, and never give up. "If you dream it you can make it."
mersad88000 5 years ago
Hey Lucy, It was nice bumbing into you the other day. What are the odds. Are you going to that audition on April 1st you were talking about. I think it could be your big break!
IanFleming007 5 years ago
Lucy - one word: YOGA!
You know there are classes all over town -- you really should try one. There's a reason so many actors practice yoga, and it's not just because it's a fad.
MPGold 5 years ago
I do yoga regularly...I love it!
LUCYinLA 5 years ago
Lucy, if you are not approved of, or recognized, it doesn't mean you are not good. The best talents, skills, minds .. of the human race have hardly been recognized by this mediocre society. It only recognizes its own. Maybe, you belong to another level hardly present even here at d net. Check on my links and you'll see what I mean.
glenlorn 5 years ago
Lucy - Watch sapierce on here! he explains how to get the happy feelings for your interview! ;-) good luck!
Jonno04 5 years ago
Hey, it's regrets over what you did or didn't do, at least that's what it sounds like to me. We all get it sometimes. The thing to do is not to disect it too much and concentrate on the next one. Well, at least, it sounds good... Whether it works or not though?? R.
plan7a 5 years ago
Lucy, you are awesome! Hang in there!
jimmywho723 5 years ago
Tough times don't last...tough people do.
gwlnl 5 years ago
This is very true..
Lundadeuna 5 years ago
Did you watch the movie "The Holiday" ??? "There is the leading lady and there is the friend, which one are you? Relax, OWN the moment. Don't act, become the moment. Like a racer, don't think, FEEL!! :)
frostr1 5 years ago
"Take it easy. Don't let the sound of your own wheels drive you crazy." I've been seeing you in youtube and I understand it's not easy, at all. But try to relax and follow the hints of Benny695, I agree with him. And I also hope that you'll be succeeded in your choice. Best of luck. Paulo.
pauloveado 5 years ago
What a horny dog.
dennisbbb 5 years ago
I can barely watch you anymore, you are so adorable & I just want you so much.
ufoagent 5 years ago
I think you're just feeling anxiety
magicalangel0 5 years ago
Hi Luce,
You ARE a wonderful, exciting, spectacular, actress with a heck of a lot of talent! Your just in a rut right now.. not anything to worry about. Ask some of the best and most successful actors out there and most will agree that they go through this kind of stuff. Don't sweat it kid - believe in yourself.. we do:)
MickTwin 5 years ago
That's just the way it is. Personally in any audition that is important to me I'll go through the audition itself in utter terror so that I can't think properly and as soon as I get out I start kicking myself for not doing good enough, not asking to do it just once more, when in actuality I have no idea how I did cause I was so stressed about it. Auditions that aren't a big deal are much easier.
marysiak 5 years ago
lucy...please do something with your hair. i can't be the first to make a comment on it...but you're too pretty to be sporting such unkempt mane, for real. it would most likely improve your already high face value.
kozmicbluz 5 years ago
Why don't you start "acting" like you don't really care.
PhilMcKrakken 5 years ago
Lucy, try hypnotherapy you can programme your mind to not react to this situation with anxiety.
mkwin05 5 years ago
you should probably think about a different career path.
killershay 5 years ago
woow.. that was great acting.. my advice.. just play a emotional part and imagine how you feel like after the auditioning, then they are defenitely going to give you the part!
bramcorleone 5 years ago
It's great that you're pursuing your dream, and I am rooting for you. But you have chosen the most competitive career imaginable -- and one where success is often based on luck. So despite your drive, recognize that you might not make it. At some point you have to have a backup plan. Grad school? How long will you wait? Hedge your bets. If acting doesn't work out, you don't want to have lost several years in pursuing another career.
JRfromVA 5 years ago
do you have suicide tendencies?
kill yourself :]
cbrpnk 5 years ago
I suggest you take your own advice.
mkwin05 5 years ago
sounds like u need a trip at the spa :D After an addition, just go get a 'nails on the go' deal (usually the cheapest) or go for a great massage, get soeme encouragment :D But above all, i'd recommend a nice night out with the friends to get support from them :) You'll be fine, you are a fun actress!
illeyad 5 years ago
i'll use any excuse for a spa day :) lol
LUCYinLA 5 years ago
Talk to other young actors to discuss their reactions to auditions. Find out how they cope. Don't let self-doubt get a hold on you. Distract yourself with work or play.
Jaci75 5 years ago
Hope you do get through this, and you really, really didn't wanna say crap then did ya?
PkmnTrainerJ 5 years ago
maybe you need to follow up each interview with a short thank-you email to the interviewer. That way the ball is back in their court and you know the little job-search ritual is over for you until they get back to you.
joanswitches 5 years ago
Lucy, this is a great idea. Then the ball is in their court, and you do not need to worry about it...
Spooly 5 years ago
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assified 5 years ago
Maybe you should look at it like football would. Ya I know what's a football player have to do with an actor/actress. Well, if the football player didn't forget about his last loss or dropped ball, then it would be easier to move on to the next game! Take care Lucy! We've all seen you've got what it takes! Robert
lambeausouth 5 years ago
Word to the wise... you're not an actOR, you're trying to be an actRESS!!! Get that right on your next application, and you never know...
SignorSincero 5 years ago
Rough patch. But.. success often comes after a lot of failure. Just maybe: the pain is from learning; nobody makes it there the easy way... (Well, OK, maybe some people) Think:
- Harrison Ford - who for years did carpentry work there just to hang around; got a break after doing some nice work (in wood) for a Hollywood bigshot
- Steven Spielberg; who pestered people incessantly until they let him have 1 camera; 1 actor; 1 old car and 1 old truck (see Duel)
Hang in there - and keep after them!
gormlessmome 5 years ago
Don't sweat the small things. Positive thinking helps. "Magic of Thinking Big" you should read the book.
doman1248 5 years ago
Lucy if you want to be taken serious as an actor you need to get a little instestinal fortitude and face your problems HEAD ON!
IanFleming007 5 years ago
It's all about self-belief IMO. You've just got to walk into an audition and believe the part is your's. Good luck with all future auditions Lucy!
mcbosten 5 years ago
Hey Lucy, I am sorry you have had a tough couple of months. I am sure things will get better soon. Try not to be so hard on yourself after auditions. If it is meant to be, it will. Everything happens for a reason. God has a plan for us all. Stay awesome.
jrojas25200 5 years ago
just think positive everytime you finished auditioning. :)
introdize 5 years ago
The chains of self-doubt will only keep you down. When you enter that audition room you need to know that you are the best person for the role (not THINK you are but KNOW that you are.) Only then will you get the part.
7seveng7 5 years ago
lucy i love you! maybe you should get stoned b4 you audition. i live in toronto and people do that all the time hahah. but seriously, good luck with all that you do.
natoly1986 5 years ago
What is it Will Smiths son said to him on the set, when Will couldn't get a scene right. He said something like "You keep doing the same thing over and over again." I think meaning Will was trying to hard to 'Act' the part insead of feel or live the part.
Maybe try doing something different after an audition. Play pictionary with friends or just do something really fun to take your mind far away from it for the rest of that day. Draw, paint....go ride a horse...anything!
Venus50 5 years ago
rock on!
tehsimo 5 years ago
I have 2 suggestions. 1. write-I will not obsess or mope around after auditions anymore. 2. get those endorphins going, take a walk, a jog, ride a bike, walk the stairs in Santa Monica - you're LA hit the beach, find a view and reflect on how truly blessed you are. YOur spririt will be lifted if you reflect on how many blessings you have - the audition itself is crumbs in the big bread basket of life.
MsAllycat 5 years ago
LUCY this was your best blog in a long time.. honest and real.. not that u aren't anyway.. but this was a return to your roots when u first started on here. anyways, this anxiety.. well it's just there and we have to learn to flow with the energy.. uh hope that helped?? :/
marathontestdrive 5 years ago
Have you given yourself somekind of deadline or something? Maybe (even subconsciously) you are pressuring yourself in a way that you weren't before. You are a natural in front of the camera. Something will turn up, and then when you are being interviewed by all the magazines because you've become a big star, you can look back at this time of self doubt and say to all aspiring actors out there still struggling "Always believe in yourself!"
New2UToob 5 years ago
Keep your chin up Lucy, you just need the right role to come up. You need to keep on going for it.
stukane26 5 years ago
aww I hope you're feeling better Lucy. dont ever give up!
StopThatSquirrel 5 years ago
We want cleavage.
tiagoaoa 5 years ago
Lucy, here is my advice, you'd be more successful if you were casting for women's roles rather than trying to be an actor. You're a beautiful woman, you'd do well as an actress.
fasteddy07 5 years ago
An actor is an actor, be he or she. We don't call Doctors, Doctresses ... I know, not everyone agrees on this point/fact even in the movie biz. Just thought I'd wrtie it here for the umteenth time.
MsAllycat 5 years ago
I was wondering if you've ever been in any movies or commercials for anything?
pokey89 5 years ago
Yes mostly commercials and some indie films
LUCYinLA 5 years ago
you HAVE???
OMFG SHOW US!!!
Engulfed 5 years ago
im not sure if i can repost stuff on here, since it is someone else's directing. but i'll see if i can post some clips or something...
LUCYinLA 5 years ago
We did a lesson on copyright stuff in my Computer Class thingamabob, as long as you post stuff that's 30 seconds or less then it'd be fine -
And I'm sure the commercials are less than 30 seconds!
Engulfed 5 years ago
That'd be pretty cool.
Everything can be stressful sometimes. Stick with it, becuase we're rooting for ya!
Good luck.
pokey89 5 years ago
Lucy. I'm an actor myself. I've been in your shoes many times. Best advice I can give you is just move on to something else. find something else to distract yourself. and try to just let it to. it may take days, but find something else to take your mind away and eventually you'll let it go. I have fait in you!!!
Beany695 5 years ago
AW, don't worry. You'll find something. You're awesome.
shazmit 5 years ago
Lucy,
You tend not to respond to my comments, but I am a director and let me tell you that what you are experiencing is normal. Most actors go through it.
What will help is a support group of other actors (preferably that you are taking class with) that you can emote to after the audition. They can also help coach you and you can help coach them.
pointsoforigin 5 years ago
She doesn't respond to anyone's comments. I've never seen one single response from her. lol it's lame.
Jethrol2 5 years ago
Are you saying she has no connection with her fans and audience?
nognilk 5 years ago
Hey guys, give her a break. Two comments above mine, she's responded.
pointsoforigin 5 years ago
you are letting your past rejections and experiences rule how you're going to feel about auditions to follow. act it out Lucy...act confident and it will help you feel confident. :o)
itzadreamer 5 years ago
110 comments and not one single response from her. There never are responses from Lucy. She just wants all you sack riders to worship her but won't even bother to say thanks. meh...she's become lame.
Jethrol2 5 years ago
You have attention issues.
Xenu 5 years ago
Not at all. She posts her blogs and people respond yet she is silent. It's absurd particularly from someone that says she's so grateful for her fans support. Her words and actions don't match...it's as simple as that.
Jethrol2 5 years ago
I'm sorry I have no idea what you mean. I comment all the time, and I am regularly responding to emails. I appreciate everyone's support. Thank you.
LUCYinLA 5 years ago
Lucy, you seem so self absorbed and insincere. I post comments here, and they mysteriously disappear. I've never seen you reply to someones comments. Oh well, you probably feel right at home in tinseltown. I don't buy your act at all.
skiingisgoodforyou 5 years ago
If Laura commented on every single comment John (Jethrol2) she wouldn't have time to get out of the house. It might be hard for you to understand that since you only have one subscriber.
7seveng7 5 years ago
I'm not saying she should respond to every single comment on here...not at all but it sure seems like her interaction in the response section is really light. And based on the other peoples responses, I'm not the only one that thinks this way.
To confirm my perseption, I looked at her most popular videos on the first page of her channel....there are like 5 vids with over 400 responses. Do a find and see how many responses she has...it's really light compared to other directors.
Jethrol2 5 years ago