Fascinating, Leslie. All sorts of ideas to ponder. I've admired Alan Alda for several reasons but I did not know of this particular aspect of his life. Each time you post I pause to think further - often pondering how I can share this with others in everyday interactions to increase our positive communication in these often chaotic times. Thank you, friend.
Awesome, Leslie. Theater matters! Teaches better communication and how to understand your own feelings so you can better empathize with others. Also, Alan Alda was really lovely when he was at Lincoln Center Theater with his play, QED.
Thanks Melanie! When I read the sentence about 'not just saying the lines, but responding to what was said or done by another actor' it was a revelation to me. Especially linking it to the idea that when you are listening you are being changed by what is being said and how it is said. Bingo. That's the connection. I loved reading about the different games, Gibberish, Mirroring and the one where you say the other's statements--out loud, simultaneously. It sounds like an impossibility, but I guess it isn't, if you tune in that close.
I agree you with you, Theater matters! I am amazed that there aren't a gazillion research papers showing how this kind of learning enhances learning, listening and living and should be taught in schools. (well if I think more about it, there probably are!) What you and your organization do is so important! Feel free to give it a pitch here.
Alan Alda does sound like a wonderful human being, very proactive. He is still with us, age 87. He has had a Parkinson's diagnosis for 5 years, but he is grateful it hasn't slowed him down much.
Responding because you actually listen is like having invisible cords between those engaged in the conversation. It is what makes it a dialogue instead of a monologue. Very interesting about Alda!
Hi Maria. Yes, 'invisible cords'! Melanie's comment also emphasizes how much theater training can enhance identifying your own emotions and empathize better with others.
Thank you, Beth. I wish you well on your move and adventure, I loved your new essay on moving and memories and the story of the orange kitchen. I felt like we were sitting there while you took a break and shared some stories.
Fascinating, Leslie. All sorts of ideas to ponder. I've admired Alan Alda for several reasons but I did not know of this particular aspect of his life. Each time you post I pause to think further - often pondering how I can share this with others in everyday interactions to increase our positive communication in these often chaotic times. Thank you, friend.
Awesome, Leslie. Theater matters! Teaches better communication and how to understand your own feelings so you can better empathize with others. Also, Alan Alda was really lovely when he was at Lincoln Center Theater with his play, QED.
Thanks Melanie! When I read the sentence about 'not just saying the lines, but responding to what was said or done by another actor' it was a revelation to me. Especially linking it to the idea that when you are listening you are being changed by what is being said and how it is said. Bingo. That's the connection. I loved reading about the different games, Gibberish, Mirroring and the one where you say the other's statements--out loud, simultaneously. It sounds like an impossibility, but I guess it isn't, if you tune in that close.
I agree you with you, Theater matters! I am amazed that there aren't a gazillion research papers showing how this kind of learning enhances learning, listening and living and should be taught in schools. (well if I think more about it, there probably are!) What you and your organization do is so important! Feel free to give it a pitch here.
Alan Alda does sound like a wonderful human being, very proactive. He is still with us, age 87. He has had a Parkinson's diagnosis for 5 years, but he is grateful it hasn't slowed him down much.
Thanks for reading, Leslie!
Responding because you actually listen is like having invisible cords between those engaged in the conversation. It is what makes it a dialogue instead of a monologue. Very interesting about Alda!
Hi Maria. Yes, 'invisible cords'! Melanie's comment also emphasizes how much theater training can enhance identifying your own emotions and empathize better with others.
I loved M.A.S.H. —never knew this about Alan Alda! Such interesting ideas about how communication works, I’m looking forward to learning more.
Thank you, Beth. I wish you well on your move and adventure, I loved your new essay on moving and memories and the story of the orange kitchen. I felt like we were sitting there while you took a break and shared some stories.