The Method | Olivia Gajetzki

What is CourageYOUs?

CourageYOUs defines a dynamic and mindful approach to cultivating deep trust and connection with your instrument—your body, voice, and mind—while staying connected - with whatever else is going on in your life.

I firmly believe that genuine authenticity and the ability to fully be ourselves, stems from the courageous allowance of vulnerability and the ability to choose self-trust over fear over and over again - a muscle that can be trained.

Building a deep sense of connectedness within yourself is the foundation for meaning and fulfillment in all areas of life.

Let's dive deeper!

I developed CourageYOUs coaching after my drama studies in 2016.

As a result of 4 years of acting school and working as an actress, I felt the urge to share what helped me personally create moments of pure magic and connectedness on stage. I realized how many people were struggling to feel comfortable when it comes to speaking in public, so I created a unique method to help you feel safe, joyful and in control of your emotions and performance!

Over the years I realised that the courageYOUs method is not only helpful as an acting training - yet simply, it is a way of living life wholeheartedly and authentically, which is why I started offering personal growth sessions for anyone seeking to connect to their most authentic Self.

CourageYOUs starts within

For me, courage is the result of being attuned to your feelings, which in itself, is an act of vulnerability. As we ask ourselves "what is my need" , the courageYOUs method is applicable to any life circumstance.

When we look at public or camera speaking - it requires a big dose of courage. It is easy to hide behind masks and mechanisms that will “get us through” the performance. But how can I truly enjoy both the preparation as well as the moment on stage? How can I honour and own the emotions that come up for me? How can I use them to my advantage? How can I find true freedom?

When our intention is to genuinely connect with an audience (versus trying to impress an audience), we must first fine-tune and reassess in which way we are connecting to our Self in the first place. This takes courage and vulnerability yet eventually leads to the rewarding, authentic, powerful performance we are seeking to experience!

The CourageYOUs method establishes a solid support system, enhancing confidence and ownership by embracing vulnerable situations. By learning to tap into internal resources rather than relying solely on external factors, you gain the freedom and assurance needed, to truly savour moments onstage or in front of the camera - time to practice!