Plus her favorite books and skincare routine.
It’s a deceptively straightforward-sounding change that’s easier said than done.
In addition to habitually overcommitting herself, Chalamet shares Kimberly’s passion for justice and equity.
As a member of the Screen Actors Guild, she’s a huge union supporter.
Much like the acting bug, commitment to worker power also runs in the Chalamet family.
Pauline Chalamet
Tell me how aspects of who you are influenced who Kimberly became, and vice versa.
Pauline Chalamet
How has that changed the way that you live your life?
I stopped trying to do too much.
Like Kimberly, I tried to do everything in college, which got really tiring.
Pauline Chalamet
It’s instinctual for me to carpe diem the shit out of life.
I think that’s something that I’m doing that Kimberly’s not yet.
[Laughs]
You said you’ve been focusing on doing less.
What does that look like for you?
I have a morning routine I started doing years ago while still at this acting conservatory in Paris.
First, my phone is never in my room it doesn’t enter the bedroom.
Then I can look at my phone.
I’ve taken a step back to evaluate the things worth putting my energy into.
What kinds of books do you like to read?
In the morning, I start with fiction and finish the chapter I fell asleep to the night before.
Do you have some favorite books from this year?
Are you ready for this?
I’m always ready.
A French book calledCher Connardby Virginie Despentes was a favorite.
I read Dorothy Wickenden’sThe Agitators,and it blew my mind.
I read a new translation of the originalBambi, and it’s a beautiful story.
Jennette McCurdy’sI’m Glad My Mom Diedwas another favorite.
Do you have a skincare part of your morning routine?
What does that look like?
I use a bar of Dove fragrance-free soap because it’s practical to use on my face and body.
When my skin feels dry, I apply olive oil and remove my makeup with coconut oil.
I love a Canadian brand called Schaf Skincare; the products are fragrance-free and great for sensitive skin.
[Laughs]
You also said that you like to write.
Does that include journaling?
Instead, let it sit.
I’m terrified of what I would find.
I’ve never reread any of my journals.
Oh, it’s amazing.
You really see yourself and how your thought patterns change.
It is a huge part of my self-care routine.
I’m taking notes.
It is important to do that.
Even when I’m working, there’s usually a call time from five in the morning.
I always try and sit with myself in the morning.
