The Psychology of Selves, Archetype Work and Voice Dialogue - Some of this work is taught at The Jason Bennett Actor's Workshop, in advanced workshops. The pioneering work of Drs. Hal and Sidra Stone has profound implications for acting.

The reading should give you a sense of what this original work, as developed by the Drs. Stone, is about. But remember two things: the work is an experience, not simply a theory. You have to really experience it to begin to know it. Second, the first three articles below were not written for actors. But the system of psychology outlined in these articles can be an amazing addition to any script analysis technique and characterization process.

"The Psychology of the Selves" -- Drs. Hal and Sidra Stone

"Relationships and Bonding Patterns" -- Drs. Hal and Sidra Stone

"Judgment: What to Do With It" -- Drs. Hal and Sidra Stone

Introduction to Archetype Work for Actors - by Jason Bennett - Rooted in Jungian psychology, Archetype Work will enable you to access specific emotional/psychological states quite reliably, in any setting.

Books on The Psychology of Selves and Archetype Work/Voice Dialogue:

Embracing Each Other -- Drs. Hal and Sidra Stone

Embracing Our Selves -- Drs. Hal and Sidra Stone

Partnering -- Drs. Hal and Sidra Stone

The Voice Dialogue Facilitator's Handbook, Part I - Dr. Miriam Dyak