Acting : R u jealous of other actors? by Stephen Foster

I love this question. When I was acting in the NY theater community, everyone pulled for one another. There truly was a one for all, all for one mentality. Going up for a part against a friend was a common occurrence, a part of every day life. Most of us were always happy when a friend or close colleague got the part. Occasionally, you saw the petty jealousies and harsh criticisms boil to the top, but mostly this was just a defense mechanism designed to mask the doubt and insecurity.

Keep on keeping on: ) We are all so unique and different...all paths can lead to victory! Mind set, mind set, mind set.

I'm definitely very supporting of said fellow actor and I also use that as motivation. Every time I look at myself to see what I can do better to get on the same level or even higher of an actor I see that's doing well, and I always make sure to have that actor in my circle. Sometimes I'll ask for pointers to see what I can do differently

What a winning approach, Jocelyne. Always something to learn. Of course, to Sarah's point, have to be in the right mindset as well.

Of course ! We all should be open to the "all for one, one for all" mind set as well. It feels good to see another actor doing just as well as I'd hope to be. Or even to get insight from a more verse actor

I see it as a challenge to myself and a constant kick up the backside to keep going. It serves as a constant reminder that my hopes and dreams can and will be achieved.

so many great answers! so much love and support

You want an honest answer: I do get jealous at times of seeing others succeeding. And yes, I get mad. And I use that anger to get better.

The business is full of rejection. If you want a certain role and someone else gets it, well, it's better not to let the rejection get to you. Just brush it off and keep moving forward. That's what anyone worth their salt will tell you. On the other hand, if you get angry/jealous about it, hold onto those emotions for an appropriate audition and let it rip.

Anger is fine...All in how you channel it and use it.

It's now total inspiration. Used to it would be frustrating, but now realizing we all have a different path to follow, I look forward to others success'

I went into this profession knowing that rejection is a big part of the deal. I don't get mad if someone else gets the role because they saw something in them they didn't see in me. I just use that as an opportunity to learn and move on to something else. Life is too short to dwell on that stuff.

@everyone, these are great comments. I find that I use jealousy to strengthen my resolve to overcome challenges

Yeah @Stephen. Honesty is the best policy. Jealousy can be a positive energy. I thought I was the only one.

Hi Stephen here, UK classically trained stage, TV & film actor & newbie to Stage32. I find U.S. actors to be less jealous & more ready to congratulate & support their fellow actors when they get work, hence my dipping my foot in across the pond.

Stephen funny I find UK actors more supportive. LOL

"Grass is always greener" I guess LOL

I love when actors make great acceptance speeches. work on stage and in film. talk about the film or the play and the importance of the show itself. Writing seems to be the main game as far as the beginning to great work.