Breaking into the spotlight · High Vibe Tribe

Breaking into the spotlight

Today marked a major milestone in my career. I had my first short film screened in a cinema at an animation festival. 🎬

From the moment I woke up, I felt like something was off, even though I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. After a long, calming meditation, it hit me: I was resisting being seen, avoiding the spotlight.🫣

Knowing that once the movies ended, the directors would take the stage (that including me) and bow to the audience, being the center of attention and watched by everyone, felt more like a nightmare than a dream come true.😬

Once I acknowledged that fear, I decided to step out of my comfort zone—at least for the evening. I chose an outfit that was perfect for the occasion, something I’d never imagined wearing on a cinema stage. I snapped out of the scared, insecure Paulie and let Nasrin, my fearless alter ego, take over. ❤️‍🔥

By the end of the event, everything fell into place. I felt happy, grateful, and incredibly proud of myself for experiencing my very first premiere. This whole experience was incredibly powerful — it showed me I can do it and there is nothing to be afraid of.

If you’d like to watch my animation, you can find it in the link below 🙏🏽✨ https://youtu.be/Afsp3_YLN2o?si=tTfoL90qX0AkzYsW

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