There is so much truth to these examples, Chip. There is an acting coach/director here in our town who manages to convey that type of thing to everyone with whom she works ... from people who are doing community theater "just for fun" to aspiring teenagers who legitimately MAY move on to much bigger stages. I can't put my finger on what it is, but she makes you feel like you can do anything (while giving you "constructive" feedback on areas that need improvement). You leave the room feeling better about yourself and your fellow performers, because of her "touch." It's a gift not to be taken for granted.