14. Meditating for Performance with Barrett Foa

Discover the transformative power of meditation with host Emily Fletcher and her guest, career actor Barrett Foa. In this episode of Why Isn't Everyone Doing This, they explore how meditation has enhanced Barrett's performance in his career.   From embracing doubt and finding clarity to embodying different roles and celebrating growth, Emily and Barrett engage in candid conversations that inspire connection and transformation. Join them on a journey of self-discovery, as they delve into the purifying force of ecstasy, the importance of men's mental health, and the joy of embracing life's fluidity. === Timestamps  00:00:00 - Introduction 00:05:15 - The Power of Meditation in Performance 00:15:19 - Letting Go of Preparation and Being Present in the Performance 00:20:24 - The Power of Meditation in Daily Life 00:25:32 - The Fear of Rejection and Neediness in Auditions 00:30:34 - Surrendering and Flow in Acting 00:35:51 - The Importance of Process and Results 00:46:03 - Barrett's Ayahuasca Experience 00:51:08 - Embracing Personal Growth and Liberation 00:56:32 - Tapping into Divinity and the Power of Pleasure 01:12:29 - The Mystery of Meditating Before Thanksgiving Dinner 01:17:43 - The Importance of Noise and Signal 01:22:49 - Conclusion === Barrett Conrad Foa is an American singer, dancer, and actor, with over a decade in Broadway theatre shows. He has played many leading characters in off-Broadway and regional theatre productions. He has appeared in multiple Broadway shows, including Mamma Mia! and as Princeton and Rod in Avenue Q. From 2009 to 2021, he portrayed Eric Beale on the military police procedural NCIS: Los Angeles. === Ready to start your life-altering Ziva practice? Click here to start now. Ziva's free meditation masterclass: zivameditation.com/freemasterclass Learn with Emily live: zivameditation.com/bliss Discover Ziva pleasure practices: zivameditation.com/secret Join us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zivameditation/