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Become a Better Actor in Just 10 Minutes a Day

Struggling to find time to work on your acting?
You’re not alone, and it’s probably not the actual problem.

In this episode, I break down the truth behind the “I don’t have time” myth and why so many actors underestimate the tiny pockets of opportunity hidden in their everyday routines. Yes… even when you think you’re too busy, exhausted, or stuck doomscrolling.

You’ll discover how to turn ordinary moments - the ones you barely notice - into powerful acting practice that sharpens your instincts, deepens your presence, and strengthens your emotional availability… all in 10 minutes or less.

I share four unexpected places where you can level up your craft without rearranging your entire life. These are simple, sustainable, and shockingly effective... the kind of tools that quietly compound into big progress.

You’ll also hear how I used to squeeze acting training into the most random moments (including phone calls with a friend!) and how those tiny habits helped me grow faster than hours of forced practice ever did.

If you want to become a more truthful, connected, instinctive actor (without adding stress, guilt, or pressure) this episode will change how you see your day.

🎬 Endless opportunities to train your craft are already around you… you just need to know where to look 🎬

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What truly brings a character to life? It's not always big emotional choices, it's the forgotten details. The small, human habits and quirks that make a characrer feel real.

In this episode of Unstoppable Actors, Method Acting Coach Louise explores how to uncover and embody those tiny details that most actors overlook - from how your character holds their cup of tea to the way they breathe before speaking.

You'll learn how these physical nuances shape an audience's emotional response, how Method Acting helps you discover them and how to use your own life experience and subconscious habits as a launchpad for character truth.

🌟Plus, a sneak peak of the upcoming Step Into Character Challenge inside The Method Actor's Circle (only £5 to join, more details soon!)

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You've got the script. You've done your prep. You know your lines...

So why does your performance still feel a little bit forced or not fully alive?

In this episode. Louise breaks down the #1 invisible block that's stopping you from fully becoming your character, and how to overcome it using a powerful shift in awareness that separates average performances from unfirgettale ones.

Whether you're working on stage or screen, you'll learn how to

🎬 Recognise the subtle habits that pull you out of your character

🎬 Drop the self-cpnscious "is this good enough?" inner voice.

🎬 Reconnect to truth, instinct and emtional presence.

🎬 Step into your character with full, fearless authenticity.

If you've ever felt in your head during a scene, this is the episode that will change how you approach your next role forever.

And stay tuned - The Step Into Character Challenge is coing soon inside The Method Actor's Circle. It's your opportunity to put these tools into practice and transform your craft from the inside out.

Hit play now and discover what's really been blovking your best performances, and how to finally break through.

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Ever feel like your ADHD brain is both your biggest obstacle AND your secret creative weapon?

You're not alone!!!

In this epsiode I share the real-life struggles (and surprising strengths) of navigating the world with ADHD. From learning lines and staying punctual to balancing prep work, auditions and life.

You'll hear how:

🎭 ADHD impacts your acting journey (and why it doesn't have to hold you back)

🧠 My hacks for learning the lines faster and keeping focus on set or in self-tapes

☕ How I use environment, strucure and supplements to create calm and clarity

🔥 The mindset shifts that help you bounce back from burnout and rejection sensitivity dysphoria.

If your mind runs faster than your sides, this one's for you

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When life knocks the wind out of you, it can feel impossible to keep your creative fire alive.

In this raw, honest episode I open up about losing my beloved Ruby and how it completely knocked me off balance - as a person and an actor.

But this episode isn't about staying down, it's about finding your way back up.

I'll walk you through the small, real steps that have helped me honour my grief and reconnect with my creativity, rebuild my motivation and reme,ber why acting matters so deeply, even when everything hurts.

You'll learn:

🎭 How to honour your emotions without losing your drive

🎬 Gentle ways to reawaken your artisitic spark after grief or setbacks

🎭 Why taking small steps can lead to massive emotional momentum

🎬 The truth about resilience as an actor, and how to find strength again when you least feel it

If life's thrown you a curveball and you're struggling to get back on track, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone, and that your story, your passion, your purpose are still waiting for you.

Press play and let's find your way back together

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Every actor starts somewhere, but what separates good from unforgettable? In this episode, we explore the actor’s journey and the power of deliberate practice.


We dive into the “10,000-hour rule” for actors: how consistent, intentional practice shapes not just your skill, but your confidence and presence. You’ll hear personal stories, practical exercises, and reflection prompts to help you show up, stay motivated, and trust the process, one hour at a time.

Ready to dive in?

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🎭 Here’s your invite to From Surface to Soul: A Free Method Acting Class in Emotional Mastery happening Sunday 28th September – discover how to unlock emotional depth and make your next performance your best yet: GRAB YOUR PLACE HERE

Rachel McAdams’ audition for The Notebook is legendary... not because she had weeks to prepare, but because she had almost no time at all. She simply read the script, felt an instant connection to the character, learned the lines, and trusted herself to live truthfully in the moment.

That audition cycled the panel through a whirlwind of emotions and ultimately landed her one of the roles that defined her career.

In this episode, I break down what made her audition so powerful and what you can learn from it, especially if you’ve ever felt underprepared or short on time. We’ll explore how Method Acting techniques like sense memory, personalisation, affective memory and rampaging can help you fuse imagination with your own life experience. These tools become second nature with practice, allowing you to walk into any audition and deliver raw, truthful, unforgettable performances... even on short notice.

Because practice doesn’t make perfect... it makes progress. And progress is what gets you closer to that breakthrough role.

✨ Want to learn a repeatable way to connect to emotions on cue, just like Rachel did in her audition? Join me live for From Surface to Soul: A Free Method Acting Class in Emotional Mastery on Sunday 28th September: GRAB YOUR PLACE HERE

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Here’s your invite to the free emotions class on Sun 28th Sept → [claim your place]

There was one stage direction that used to absolutely terrify me as an actor: “the character reacts in surprise.”

If you’ve ever dreaded seeing that in a script, you’ll know the feeling — instead of actually being surprised, you start anticipating the moment. Your mind races: “How do I make this look real? What if it looks fake? What if I overdo it?” Suddenly, you’re stuck in your head, watching yourself perform instead of living truthfully in the moment.

In this episode, I’m opening up about my own struggles with this stage direction and sharing how I finally mastered it. You’ll discover:

• Why mental tension grows when you anticipate emotions (and how to dissolve it).
• The role of relaxation in keeping your connection authentic.
• How I used substitution to move away from fake reactions and into genuine ones.
• A practical way to approach surprise (and other tricky emotions) that keeps you connected, consistent, and confident.

This is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt blocked, fake, or overacted in moments where the script demands emotional truth.

✨ Want to go deeper into emotional mastery? On Sunday 28th Sept (6:30–8:30pm UK time, online via Zoom) I’m teaching a free Method Acting class where we’ll work with a meaty scene and practice simplifying emotions so you can connect to real feeling in every rehearsal, self-tape, and performance.

👉 Reserve your free spot here

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