Acting is not for the faint of heart — and even the most seasoned performers sometimes need a reset.

In this calming and deeply insightful episode, Todd and Jay sit down with longtime friend Amanda Lara-Kay, a South African-born actor, dancer, and well-being coach who's dedicated her work to helping artists stay emotionally and energetically aligned.

With 20+ years of performance experience across the globe, Amanda now leads Self-Worx — a unique therapeutic program combining coaching, reiki healing, and mind-body techniques. She helps creatives manage stress, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with their authentic selves — all while holding space with true compassion.

If you've ever needed a breath, a pause, or a spiritual tune-up… this one's for you.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 – Opening & warmup with Todd and Jay 03:30 – Welcome Amanda: a performer's journey 07:00 – From South Africa to the global stage 10:30 – Blending performance with healing 14:00 – Why actors are emotional sponges 17:30 – Developing the Self-Worx method 22:00 – What coaching means in a creative life 27:00 – Reframing stress & the power of rituals 31:00 – Reiki, bodywork, and grounding practices 36:00 – Confidence, clarity, and creative flow 41:00 – Final thoughts & your inner healing room

💬 Join the Conversation

How do you reset between gigs? What tools have helped you stay grounded in this work? Drop a comment or tag us @OffstageActing.

🔗 CONNECT & FOLLOW

🎧 Full Podcast & More: https://offstageacting.com/podcast 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/offstageacting ❌ X: https://x.com/OffstageActing 🌐 Todd's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/toddkramer 🌐 Jay's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jayreum 🌀 Amanda Lara-Kay / Self-Worx: https://selfworx.co.uk

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