Welcome to “Your MindBody Link” a podcast hosted by Clancy and Carolanne, where we explore the empowering journey of breaking away from traditional medicine and discovering the untapped potential within ourselves. If you’re feeling like there’s more to healing than just conventional methods, you’re in the right place.
Episode 27: The Anxious Generation and the Power of Relaxation: A Conversation with Relax Kids Founder Manetta Vegas
In this episode, Carolanne Ashley sits down with Manetta Vegas, founder of Relax Kids, who has been quietly pioneering children’s emotional well-being for over 25 years—long before it was mainstream.
Manetta shares how working as a children’s clown in the 1990s first alerted her to a change in children’s behaviour: falling attention spans, restlessness, and difficulty focusing. What began as adding simple meditation stories into party shows eventually evolved into Relax Kids, a global programme that has now trained over 5,000–6,000 teachers and professionals and reached millions of children worldwide.
You’ll hear about:
The 7-step Relax Kids method – movement, stretching, breathing, feeling, affirmations, story, and relaxation
How this system accidentally mirrored the ancient chakra energy centres
The growing impact of tech and constant notifications on children’s nervous systems
Why safety, quiet, and comfort are the missing ingredients for many neurodivergent and anxious children
How parents’ own nervous system regulation and healing profoundly shapes their children’s behaviour
Simple, gentle first steps any parent can start this week – including slow, shared breathing and getting into nature
Inspiring stories of children who transformed their focus, confidence, and ability to self-soothe
Manetta also reflects on her 2005 Dragon’s Den appearance, being told her idea “didn’t make sense,” and what it’s like to watch the world finally catch up with the importance of children’s emotional health.
If you’re a parent, educator, or simply worried about “the anxious generation,” this conversation is full of hope, tools, and encouragement.
In this space, we want you to know that you’re not confined to being a passive recipient of medical treatments. Instead, you’re a dynamic individual with the ability to influence your own well-being. We’ll dive deep into the idea that you’re not broken; you’re a collection of habits, patterns, and experiences, and sometimes, exploring alternative paths can lead to profound healing.
Our mission is to guide you in understanding your mind’s incredible capabilities and how self-healing can lead to a sense of empowerment. We’ll challenge the belief that healing is solely external, emphasizing the wealth of tools and resources within you. The journey might involve exploring therapies, coaching, or alternative approaches, and we’ll help you navigate this landscape to find what aligns best with your needs.
Through insightful interviews with individuals who have found solutions beyond traditional medicine, we aim to provide you with valuable knowledge to support your quest for holistic well-being. So, if you’re ready to break away from the norm and explore new horizons in self-healing, join us on this transformative journey.
