What Directors say to Actors

What is "creating a safe place" on set? Why is this so important? How can you do this with your directing?

Acknowledging the actor's work is important on set. Creating a safe place is important for actor because being approved for their work helps the actor to continue being open to the director. Even if the performance is not what the director envisioned, it still still important to continue praising them for their work. Sighing and saying "we have to do this again" creates resentment for the character that is detrimental to the acting. Positive reinforcement requires the "character brain" that interrogates the character themselves. The lack of plan is what makes the conversation authentic and effective to the audience.