Let me tell you something: I get nervous before EVERY performance.

My palms sweat. Sometimes I pace the floor because my energy just won’t let me settle down. And those butterflies? They usually stay with me until the second verse of the first song.

I prepare for the gig - I practice my material, get plenty of rest, stay hydrated, and arrive early. But no matter what I do…….. I’m STILL nervous……. Right up until that second verse! 😂

Maybe your “stage” is a job interview, a difficult conversation, or walking into a room full of strangers. That feeling can show up in so many places.

Here are a few things I’ve done to calm myself down;

🤎 Take a gentle breathing break. Breathe slowly and comfortably, without forcing a deep breath. Let your shoulders drop. I do this 5 times.

🤎 Take a short walk or stretch.

🤎 Pray

🤎 Talk to someone there that you trust. You don’t have to pretend you’re perfectly calm.

I step in front of a crowd with butterflies. For me, settling in sometimes takes until the second verse, and I’m learning to give myself that time.

Let’s talk: What’s your “second verse”—the moment you finally start to feel at ease?

With love,
Setoria 🤎