You know those friendships that you just can't live without, the ones you cherish as a respite from the chaos of Hollywood? My best friend Estie and I had one of those. But after Estie’s recent move to Oregon, I've been forced to confront the harsh realities of Hollywood friendships. From the toxic to the genuinely beautiful, I'll take you on a deep exploration of the friendships I've come to appreciate in my time as an actor. I'll also share how wise one veteran actor Kevin E West helped me redefine my understanding of friendship in the industry, and the valuable lessons I learned about recognizing a fair-weather friend.Navigating Hollywood isn't always a walk in the park, especially with social climbers lurking in every corner. It's like trying to balance on a tightrope – maintaining an open heart, yet being cautious enough not to fall prey. In this tricky balance, I've gleaned some insights about the underlying societal pressures, cultural norms, and personal goals that drive this social climbing phenomenon. More importantly, I’ve learned to prioritize putting myself first. I invite you to join me as we embark on a journey of self-care, empowering not just ourselves, but each other, in the unforgiving world of Hollywood.The Hollywood Reporter"Why Nobody in Hollywood has Any Friends"Mind Body Green Article"13 Types of Friends You'll Have in Your Life, From Bet to Toxic"Music Epidemic Sound "On The Third Rail" Edward Karl Hanson and  "Mystic Star" EneideIf you'd like a trial to Epidemic Sound use my linkActing Lessons Learned is produced, written, recorded, engineered and edited by Tiwana FloydIf you'd LIKE to SUPPORT the show, here are 5 Simple ways to do so. Follow/Subscribe A ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rating Write a Kind Review Share an Episode With Your Actor Friends Buy Tiwana a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/TiwanaF Be sure to follow on Instagram as well. @actinglessonslearned @LifebyTiwana Learn more about Tiwana Floyd at https://www.tiwanafloyd.comMusic Pixababy "Mesmerized" 15617 & 11492_comamedia