Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Vladyslav Yalenko. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Vladyslav , looking forward to learning from your journey. You’ve got an amazing story and before we dive into that, let’s start with an important building block. Where do you get your work ethic from?
There were different times and stages where I developed my work ethic. The foundation was laid by the primary sources — my parents and the significant adults around me. The fundamental qualities are kindness, respect, and love for the world and nature. Over time, I deepened my theoretical and practical understanding of work ethics through studies at universities specializing in theater and psychology, as well as through educational courses and master classes in the fields of performing arts, pedagogy, and psychology.
Education in different directions allowed me to view situations from various social roles — student, teacher, mentor, performer, leader, director, friend, partner, and colleague — which gave me an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and tasks of each role, as well as their place within a hierarchy.
Working across various fields has strengthened the core of my ethics and refined my previous ways of thinking and behavior, especially through collaboration with people from different cultures.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Looking back, the most important things I’ve learned through knowledge and experience are to feel, listen, and choose yourself. You are the only person truly capable of making yourself happy. You become what you focus on. Keep your attention on the positive side of situations — especially during difficult times — and stay kind to yourself, without self-pity, but with the same care you would give to a child.
Be patient with your own journey. Choose self-belief over anxiety. Master your emotions. Trust your instincts and the universe.
I continue to reshape my thinking, because our thoughts create our reality. Awareness is the key to the cognitive process — the ability to recognize self-doubt, fears, and the inner obstacles we create for ourselves — so that we can consciously and courageously overcome them. That’s how we grow into who we want to be and move toward what we truly desire.
We all live within various “programs” — cultural, family, and social. For me, every time I’ve had a strong intention or goal, I’ve also faced something that tried to pull me down. Those challenges are the obstacles on the path to what I want. Recognizing and detaching from them allows energy to flow freely and guide the way forward.
Of course, every intention must be supported by action. Consistency is the key to success — along with self-care, belief, and perseverance.
It’s essential to stay patient, especially in moments when you feel like giving up. I’ve worked in circus shows, and among highwire walkers, the most dangerous moment is the last meter — because they begin to relax, believing the hardest part is over, and that’s when they risk losing balance. I often experience the same thing before a breakthrough — moments of tension, problems, or doubts that make it feel like everything is falling apart. But now I recognize it as a sign: keep going.
I believe in myself. And it works.
Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?
Both! Yes, we come into this world alone and we’ll leave alone — but during this miraculous journey called life, we need connection. First, connection with our own soul and body. Then, with those who share the same passion for life.
I’m looking to collaborate with people who are passionate about film — about human (or even non-human) experiences. Movies have always been deeply impactful for me, and I love being part of that creative process — playing with scripts, characters, direction, music, light, sets, makeup, and costumes.
For me, filmmaking is the opportunity to live many lives, visit many places, and understand different people and cultures — and sometimes, even create new ones.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vladyslav.yalenko?igsh=enYxZ2dyZnV0YTI2&utm_source=qr
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL92poY0XmIarWGVErWaldItjzw2WjxTI3&si=tIo0ZUUtkrvrjLYW
Image Credits
Lea Khneisser, Tatiana Konova (House of Melika), Serge Kain, Omar Shraim, Lucciano Palacio, Hamza Ali Khan
