“Everybody has a different process. For me, playing a role is gaining a new understanding of who I am.”
— Samuel L. Jackson
Simplified Meaning:
Everyone learns and does things in their own unique way. When it comes to acting, the process of getting into a character helps the actor to discover more about themselves. Imagine someone preparing to play a role as a doctor in a play. They might spend time with real doctors, seeing how they work and how they deal with different situations. Through this experience, they might realize they have a talent for staying calm in emergencies or they could see how caring for others brings out their nurturing side. By pretending to be someone else, actors often learn new things about their own personalities and abilities that they didn't know before. This can be applied beyond acting; anytime we try something new or step into a different role, we have the opportunity to learn more about who we are and what we're capable of.
