Rachel Reiff shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Rachel, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
I’ve been reading a lot lately. The immersive nature of books allows me to completely lose myself in different worlds and stories, making time seem to disappear. But I also find myself. I see my own story in the stories I read, and I find that many narratives challenge my own way of thinking too.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Rachel Reiff and I’m an actor and writer local to Atlanta, GA, though I currently reside in the small town of Rome, GA. I’m passionate about bringing characters to life and telling compelling stories through the screen. I’m known as “the girl next door” but with a quiet fierceness. I enjoy taking on roles and writing roles that push this to the limit and leave the audience surprised.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
My earliest memory of feeling powerful was when I stepped on stage in the 4th grade. I was playing the youngest daughter in the musical “Fiddler on the Roof”, and I had to sing part of “Matchmaker.” I remember the director instructed the older girls to watch my performance as an example of what to do. I remember then thinking, “I love this and I’m actually good at it.” It was the first time I truly felt natural at something. And I decided I had to chase that feeling for the rest of my life.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
I almost gave up on acting. Actually, I’m coming off an almost 4 year break. I had reached a moment where I was so consumed by other priorities in life (namely, the birth of my two children), that I didn’t know if I cared to act anymore. While I was sad to let it go, it ended up being the best thing for me, and it gave me the rest and perspective I needed to know that I didn’t want to say goodbye to acting forever. I now feel refreshed and energized to keep going on this path, knowing my life experiences have made me a better actor and stronger because of it.
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. Is the public version of you the real you?
I would like to think that the public version of me is the real me. I think maybe before I had kids, I worked hard to curate a public persona that was maybe a little more “sparkly” than my true self. But having kids really grounded me and made me recognize the importance of authenticity in everything. Even though being an actor seems like it requires a “mask,” I’m proud to say that I prioritize being truthful and real in all that I do and say.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What will you regret not doing?
I would regret not pursing a career as an actor/writer. That’s why I came back to it. I knew that at the end of my life, I would regret if I hadn’t tried. It’s more than my creative outlet, it’s my passion to tell stories that help make meaning of life. I want to set an example to my kids that you’re never too old to follow your dreams.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://rachelreiff.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel.reiff/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-reiff/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelbreiff
Image Credits
Headshot credit is Photo Pop! Headshots
