Check Out Elizabeth Boykewich’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Elizabeth Boykewich.

Hi Elizabeth, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I have 25 years of experience as a casting director and casting executive in every content area: film, television, theater, podcasts, and short-form. I adore so many things about being a casting director. I believe in giving people a platform to shine. I noticed lots of people around me, no matter how much material success they had achieved, were lost and unhappy.

This led me on a path to a masters degree in spiritual psychology, a life coach certification as well as deep training as a mindfulness and meditation guide. I believe we all have unique skills and talents and strengths. At my company The EB Co., I use my expertise and skills to serve others and support them as they discover their richness. We can all have more fulfilling lives filled with more ease, acceptance, grace and joy. I walk alongside you in your growth process. When we live into our integrity and authentic expression, we inspire ourselves and those around us to live into our magnificence and abundance.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Life is never a smooth road for anyone especially if you are the type of person that is sensitive, curious and longs for “more”. I moved to Los Angeles without a job or car or money, I just knew my life was meant to happen here. I made many missteps and mistakes along the way. There were times I thought I’d never get anywhere and was very hard on myself. This is the point of growing and learning.

When I think about smooth roads, it reminds me of the statement “life is suffering”, a simplified translation of the first of the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism, a foundational teaching.

The original Pali term is “dukkha,” which can be translated as suffering, dissatisfaction, or unsatisfactoriness. However, it is important to understand the concept of dukkha as it does not imply that life is solely characterized by suffering but rather acknowledges that suffering is an inherent part of the human condition.

The Buddha taught that suffering is an inevitable part of human existence and that all beings, regardless of their status or circumstances, experience suffering in various forms. This suffering can arise from birth, aging, illness, death, as well as from psychological and emotional causes such as attachment, craving, ignorance, and aversion. Suffering is not limited to physical pain but also includes mental and emotional anguish, dissatisfaction, and the inherent impermanence and unsatisfactoriness of conditioned existence.

The Noble Truths teach that suffering has a cause (craving and attachment), that there is a way to end suffering (the Noble Eightfold Path), and that by following this path, one can attain enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and ultimately, transcend suffering.

Suffering is not meant to be pessimistic or fatalistic, but rather a realistic recognition of the nature of human existence and the basis for understanding the need to cultivate mindfulness, wisdom, compassion, and other practices to alleviate suffering and attain enlightenment. It provides insight into the nature of existence and the path toward liberation from suffering.

We all need community and people who can hold up a loving mirror when we are stuck in suffering and help us along the way. I believe there is real healing in working one on one, in groups and by witnessing others.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
As a coach, I work with individuals and groups to help them achieve their personal and professional goals, overcome challenges, and improve their overall well-being. I provide support, guidance, and motivation to clients in order to help them make positive changes in their lives. I specialize in helping clients identify what is important for a good life. I see in almost all of the people I work with opportunities to improve self-talk and to reparent ourselves in order to make more supportive and loving choices and breakthrough self-imposed barriers.

We all have our own unique priorities and values. It’s essential to reflect on one’s own values, beliefs and desires to determine what is meaningful and fulfilling and strive to create a life that aligns with your values. Seeking support from professionals, such as therapists or life coaches, is helpful in navigating the journey toward a fulfilling and meaningful life.

I teach a workshop with actress and producer Brianna Brown called THRIVING for actors that has now spun off into a monthly accountability and support community. THRIVING is about mindset, self-talk and the real nuts and bolts of running your life and career. We offer the workshop every quarter and have taught it at several large universities including USC. I love working with and supporting artists and actors. I host a podcast for actors called OFF BOOK which is available on Spotify and Apple.

As a casting director and producer, I work on stories that bring me joy and I believe should be shared in the world. I’ve helped identify and start the careers of new talent that have now become big stars. I’m a sought-after speaker on a variety of topics including identifying talent, content hit-making, branding, mindfulness and self-care.

What were you like growing up?
I grew up in Northern NJ as the oldest of four children. I was a perceptive and intuitive child, continually curious about the world and people. I loved to laugh and help others. I was fascinated by the arts, by television and by film. I loved going to museums. I was a voracious reader. I loved listening, encouraging and inspiring others.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.eb.co/
• Other: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pM4mVwjsVpCKXHp80T4BV?si=ad680b2fa53848fd