Improv Lifestyle

Using the concepts of Improv to take risks and make bold choices in life

Improv Wrap-Up: October 2007

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And without further-a-do, here are the posts from October […]

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There is a common problem between designers and clients: clients usually aren’t designers. Designers know about whitespace, typography, and colors, while clients know about market value, business tactics, and water coolers.
Therefore, when a client comes to a designer with a clear idea of what they want, the idea often goes against all the good […]

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New Comment System: Intense Debate

I just added a new comment system to the site here using the Intense Debate plugin.
It is pretty slick, and I look forward to seeing more users comment.  Want to try it out?  Leave a comment on any post here on ImprovLifestyle!
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The Improv Class Directory

This is the ULTIMATE improv class directory.  If you’re asking “Where can I take an improv class?”, this is the place to do it.

There are plenty of good books, websites, and TV shows that highlight improv. But, let’s face it: nothing beats a real, person-to-person improv class, and there are a LOT out there. […]

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Here’s a video from the Comedy-Sketch Duo WunnaWeeks

And here’s a link to “People Getting Punched Just Before Eating” Notice any similarities?
Earlier, I wrote an article about emulating other people’s characteristics to get ahead, but this is just plain crazy!
Yes folks, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. And I think that just enough was […]

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Stealing Characteristics and Emulating Others

We all want to be individuals. Sometimes, we get radical hairstyles or outrageous clothing to stand out from the crowd. Even with all those radical changes to our lives, we still seems to emulate others.
Emulating others isn’t something too admirable, because, you want to be you! But, I ask you this: have you […]

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“Today Is The Day” and Getting Things Done

I used to teach improv to High School students. They were clever, funny, and did great work. But sometimes, the scenes would start to waffle. After a scene, I would start to ask them questions, and one of the questions that I would ask would be […]

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Fear is Mostly Harmless

Fear in it’s current form is obsolete. It’s time for an upgrade.
Many many years ago, before we put locks on our doors, or even had doors, humans lived in the wilderness. The Wilderness, or The Wild as I will call it, was fraught with danger. Death could occur at any moment! […]

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5 Social Experiements to Try Today

In my experience, the best way to attack social fear is to face it. Part of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (which is used for various psychological conditions, including anxiety) is exposing yourself to the things that you fear. I once had a bit of anxiety when talking to women. So instead of packing up and […]

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New Site Design

So it took me a bit of work, and it’s still needs some tweaks, but I have redesigned ImprovLifestyle.com! Things are a bit more organized, and easier to read. I would love you to let me know what you think. Leave a comment or send a message on the contact page.
UPDATE: I’m […]

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