When you are anxious, acknowledge to yourself
nonjudgmentally that anxiety is present. Then say to yourself that you are going to proceed with your commitments and plans anyways--and proceed. Think of the anxiety as a kind of guest who stays longer than expected. You can acknowledge
without judgement or resentment that this guest is present but still go ahead with your plans.
I would think than anxiety is a constant for many in your line of work. I certainly would be anxious if I tried to sing in public! Everyone makes mistakes, but how many times have you performed well in spite if your anxiety? Could you please tell us about such performances?
Oh wait you already did!!
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So, the other day I got to play at an open mic. When I was done, and sitting down watching the next person after me play. The person in charge came up to me, she said "You have really improved since I last saw you out here. Your singing reminds me of a band called the Cars. If you haven't heard of them, you should listen to them
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Have you listened?
Hang in there TheBoredOne!! You can do it!!