He’s a creator, a critically acclaimed director, an actor. Most importantly, he is a teacher. An encounter with Freddie Hendricks is an experience. He loves the craft! Teaching garners satisfaction as he sees the growth of artistry in his students—watching his students flourish, and seeing their growth, as a result of something that he has instilled in them. Freddie is able to accomplish this because of the love that he has for himself. Freddie is a firm believer that we cannot love others until we love ourselves. I asked Freddie how he handles students who come into his class if he realizes that those particular students do not love themselves. How does he draw that out of them