Meet Angie Stevenson

We recently connected with Angie Stevenson and have shared our conversation below.

Angie , we’re thrilled to have you sharing your thoughts and lessons with our community. So, for folks who are at a stage in their life or career where they are trying to be more resilient, can you share where you get your resilience from?

The resilience that runs deep within me, I believe, is a direct inheritance from my parents. Their positive and hopeful perspective has been a guiding light in my life. From moving out at 18, coming from humble beginnings, and being raised with modest means, I’ve learned resilience not by choice, but out of necessity. I am no stranger to taking the road less traveled in life, formulating concepts, and tirelessly working towards turning them into realities. Every setback is seen as a stepping stone to a better life and a lesson that contributes significantly to my personal growth. In addition, navigating the entertainment industry calls for a high level of resilience, as it requires one to be open to criticism with every endeavor.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?

The past few years of my life have been a beautiful chapter, both personally and professionally. I have had the opportunity to work on some exciting acting projects, with one particular favorite being a film called “The Invisible Raptor.” This hilarious comedy is currently making its way through the film festival circuit and will soon be available for the world to see. Working on this set was an absolute blast, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be a part of such a brilliantly funny project. The team behind this film truly deserves all the success that comes their way.

In addition to my acting endeavors, I have also dedicated a significant amount of time to creating and launching my line of cannabis infused beverages, Syreness. Since last August, Syreness has been available for purchase in 75 dispensary stores across California. I am now looking to expand into other beverage markets in the near future, as well as possibly venture into the world of clothing under the Syreness brand.

On a personal note, I’ve also been fortunate to travel to some amazing places and spend quality time with people I love. It’s been a time of growth, learning, new experiences, and having a sense of peace around me.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Looking back, one of the qualities that has helped me the most in my journey is something my father taught me – to be a good listener. People like to be heard, and you can often learn a lot from others. People also like to help those who respect them. Being kind and humble has helped me connect with some great mentors at different stages in my life.

I am a huge believer in the school of life – getting out there and learning from your experiences. However, I do wish that I had focused more on formal education in my younger years rather than giving so much time to the wrong relationships. I wish I had been as selective then as I am now with my time and who has access to me. In my early years, I just wanted to be loved and liked. In doing so, I feel that I compromised a bit of who I am. But we live and learn, and eventually, all the pieces come together if every day we do the next right thing :).

Awesome, really appreciate you opening up with us today and before we close maybe you can share a book recommendation with us. Has there been a book that’s been impactful in your growth and development?

My friend, Robert Hartmann, the owner of the Hollywood Improv comedy club, recommended a book to me when I was 19 year old called “Who Moved My Cheese?”. I still refer back to this book from time to time.

The book’s message is that life is unpredictable and good things can happen if people can adapt and overcome their fears. Some key takeaways from the book include:

Embrace change
Seeing change as an opportunity for growth and learning can help people stay successful.

Be adaptable
Being able to adjust to changing circumstances is vital for finding success.

Anticipate change
A proactive approach to anticipating change can help people stay ahead in a world that is prone to disruption.

Overcome fear
Fear of the unknown can hinder personal and professional growth. Visualizing goals can help people push through fear and approach change situations with the right attitude.

Enjoy change
Instead of dreading change, people can learn to enjoy the journey and feel happy.

Innovate and experiment
Trying new things can help people grow and evolve.

Learn from change
Noticing small changes early can help people adapt to bigger changes that are to come.

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