Thinking about Health

Voiceover Business & Career
Written By Steven Gouws

Yesterday I visited the dentist for my yearly preventative check-up and while he was scraping around inside my mouth cavity it got me thinking about health. Not only dental health, but physical health, mental health, emotional health, and spiritual health.

As a freelancer, working from my home studio, I occasionally feel cut off from the rest of the world. I find going for morning or evening walks through the park can be mentally cleansing (and physically good) and setting time aside to catch up with friends and family is also important for me. It can't be all about work.

And of course there's eating healthy. Taking the time to eat good quality food - without scrolling social media while I eat.

Maintaining our overall health is a lot like that dental check-up - it requires regular attention and care. It's easy to get caught up in work and forget about the other aspects of our lives that need nurturing. Sure, work is important, but we should also make time for our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Steven Gouws

Steve Gouws is a professional English voice actor based in Slovakia, trusted by brands, production companies, game developers, and filmmakers around the world. Known for his warm, confident, and authentic delivery, he brings scripts to life with performances that sound natural, believable, and genuinely human.

Whether he's voicing a national commercial, a documentary, an eLearning course, a corporate film, a video game character, or an audiobook, Steve focuses on one thing: helping audiences connect with the story. His versatile voice ranges from warm and reassuring to authoritative, gritty, conversational, and cinematic, making him equally at home in the boardroom, the recording booth, or on the battlefield of a video game.

Working from a professionally treated broadcast-quality studio, Steve delivers fast turnaround, pristine audio, and a collaborative recording experience. Clients appreciate his clear communication, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile to make every project sound its best.

Before becoming a full-time voice actor, Steve spent over 15 years teaching English, developing a deep understanding of communication, storytelling, and how people listen. That experience continues to shape every performance, helping him deliver reads that feel clear, engaging, and effortless.

When he's away from the microphone, you'll usually find him spending time with his family, reading, exploring new places, taking improv classes, or admiring great advertising. He believes life is better when you stay curious, keep laughing, and never stop telling great stories.

https://www.stevegouwsvo.com
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