I've been told by two people that I should really reconsider the choices I make and listen to people cause I'd just sabotage myself anyway. But then, another person did say that I should value authenticity and/or listen to my guts when I'm deciding.
I'm VERY new to acting and took my first acting class not too long ago. Our coach follows the chubbuck method and when I read her book, the tools did click for me, substitution included (although I was already familiar with it beforehand). But in practice, in rehearsals, I'm not really sure if it did anything at all. Heck, I'm not even sure if I actually understand what it really meant. I reacted to my scene partner just for who she's playing but not really for who she reminded me of in getting my SO.
I do know that a lot of actors actually do struggle with it though, but is this something that takes a looott of practice? I just signed up for this and I want to at least try to actually use it. I don't wanna give up yet but still, I'm in need of insights.