Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head start in your personal finance, career and life with The Straits Times.In this episode, Singapore theatre actor and musician Andrew Marko shares with host See Kai Wen about how the “Act As If” theory relates to his self-growth.“Act As If” is a three-part technique that requires people to act as if they are already the ideal version of themselves, even when they are not there yet. The process includes visualisation and taking small, actionable steps towards a goal.Besides opening up about his weight loss journey, Andrew also gets real about his experience as an actor and how he learned to “be in the moment” by playing a character on the autism spectrum. Highlights (click/tap above):0:00 Introduction to the “Act As If” theory2:00 Psychology behind being an actor6:10 Feelings of inadequacy and facing your inner critic12:35 How to apply the “Act As If” theory to your life16:11 Defining the most successful version of yourself19:15 Andrew’s weight loss journey25:35 Why being present is important30:30 Embracing uncomfortable growthFollow See Kai Wen on LinkedIn: https://str.sg/qfwqQHost: See Kai Wen (seekw@sph.com.sg)Produced & edited by: Amirul KarimExecutive producers: Elizabeth Law and Joanna SeowFollow Headstart On Record Podcast channel here:Channel: https://str.sg/wB2mApple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wuN3Spotify: https://str.sg/wBr9Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgGet business/career tips in ST’s Headstart newsletter: https://str.sg/headstart-nl---Follow more ST podcast channels:All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcastsThe Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/theusualplacepodcast---Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section:The App Store: https://str.sg/icyBGoogle Play: https://str.sg/icyX---Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties.