Paul also gets embarrassed when singing on his own, with new songs, for the first time. He shouldn't, but he does.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Even talented people feel insecure performing new work.
- In plain terms
- He is nervous singing new songs alone even though he is good.
- What can you take from it?
- Vulnerability is normal even for experts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do artists fear new work?
- How do you handle performance anxiety?
Another view
Not everyone feels stage fright.
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