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What does it mean?
Early performance success can validate talent despite nervousness.
In plain terms
I was nervous but sang well at a school talent show.
What can you take from it?
Performance anxiety can coexist with strong results.

Where it applies

  • school events
  • public speaking
  • auditions

Putting it to work

  • preparing for stages
  • managing anxiety

Questions to consider

  • How do nerves affect performance?
  • What was your first stage?

Another view

Not all nervous performers succeed immediately.

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