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The Moments Just Before…

“When once a decision has been reached and execution is the order of the day, dismiss absolutely all responsibility and care about the outcome.”

--William James

“My center gives way. My right recedes. The situation is excellent.  I shall attack.”

General Ferdinand Foch before WWI battle that saved Paris.

Not long ago, as I sat back stage, listening to the rustle of the audience and the pre-show music, a fellow actor asked if I was nervous. I answered, “No. I’m ready.”

I may even be a little addicted to that liminal…Read on.

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