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February 8, 2023

So You Think You Are Indestructible?

Combating Stress For Health & Success

Filmmaking is a stressful career with tight deadlines, long hours, job insecurity, being asked to do with less and months of separation from family which can have a huge impact on your personal health and relationships. Discover the 5 strategies and self-care habits that make a huge difference in boosting your creativity, efficiency, energy, happiness and health for maximum success.

Lydia Hurlbut

Lydia Hurlbut is the CEO of Filmmakers Academy. Her varied career as a forensic RN, Certified Life Coach and Reiki Practitioner has given her a unique perspective of what can help filmmakers succeed. She brings knowledge of brain physiology, and a recognition of the power of resilience and fearlessness to create success for filmmakers. In addition, 35 years of marriage to Shane Hurlbut ASC, AMPAS, have given Lydia an insider’s perspective on the challenges busy filmmakers face every day.

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