10/08/2025
Actors—how do you really feel when someone asks, “So… how’s acting going?”
I was in Vegas this weekend with my family and I got asked that over and over again.
At some point, I wanted to just say—“Google me!”
But many moons ago, when I used to hear that question, I’d get instantly upset. Defensive. Embarrassed.
I’d project my feelings about my career onto them—making them the enemy. Like… how could they ask me that?! Were they TRYING to make me feel like crap?
The truth is—NO.
I did that all by myself.
What I’ve learned is this: everyone was just trying to connect with me. Most people don’t understand what we do as actors. Many have never chased their dreams the way we do.
So now, when I get that question, I don’t take it personally. I use it as a chance to share where I’m at.
Here are three ways you can answer next time someone asks you:
1. “It’s going great, I just shot this new show…”
2. “Right now, it’s not going so great. The industry is in a weird place, but I’m keeping busy doing other things I love.”
3. “It’s a journey—right now I’m training, networking, and building for the next opportunity. Every step counts.”
So let me ask you—how do YOU feel when you get asked this question?
