I journal for my own sanity and use a similar practice of the “Morning Pages” from “The Artist’s Way.” I write ideas, thoughts, images, things I want to develop. For every character I play, I create a notebook with back stories, inner monologues, abstract ideas, and add to it over time. 3Poetry From MemoryIf I’m not on a job, I like to keep my brain sharp by memorizing a speech, a poem or a passage that I connect with. 6Nonfiction“Man’s Search for Meaning,” Bruce Lee’s “Striking Thoughts,” “Hardcore Zen,” “The Road Less Traveled.” “Easy Riders, Raging Bulls” is what I’m reading now. 7Traveling in JapanKyoto is one of my favorite places — exploring temples, disconnecting from technology, going off the beaten path.

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Persons: ”, Rudyard, “, Tom Radcliffe, ” Bruce Lee’s Organizations: ’, Riders, Raging Bulls Locations: Japan Kyoto