One powerful way to tame the stage fright monster is to laugh at it! Two silly people inside us are particularly worth laughing out of existence: the perfectionist and the narcissist. The Perfectionist in me screams "OH MY GOD!!! I made a mistake! How could this happen to PERFECT me?! I am SO perfect! I am so … Continue reading Performance Anxiety: Good Humor

Who would suggest that a mispronounced word or two or occasional hesitation ruins an otherwise articulate and eloquent speech? Likewise, why should an occasional missed note or hitch in rhythm ruin an otherwise artistic musical performance? "Perfection", whatever that means, may happen on occasion. Enjoy it when it does, but do not let it torture … Continue reading Performance Anxiety: Ode to Imperfection