Managing nerves and anxiety
Feeling nervous is common, and mild nerves can even improve your performance. When nervousness starts to limit your life, you can ease it with breathing, preparation and gradual exposure, which this guide goes through.
You will need
- An upcoming situation that makes you nervous
- Notes
- A chance to practise out loud
Steps
Recognise the signs of nerves
Notice how nervousness shows in you: a racing heart, blushing, a shaky voice or losing your train of thought. The symptoms are the body's normal stress reaction and are not dangerous.
Prepare well
Practise calm breathing
Check your thoughts
Focus on the task
Expose yourself gradually
Review fairly afterwards
Seek help if needed
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