When Nerves Take Over: Understanding and Managing Performance Anxiety

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Ever feel like your nerves get in the way of showing what you know or what you can do? Feeling nervous before a presentation, exam, interview, performance, or other important moment is common—but when anxiety takes over, it can make it harder to feel confident and perform at your best. 

This 60-minute seminar explores why performance anxiety happens, including the thoughts, emotions, and physical responses that can impact focus and confidence. 

You’ll explore practical strategies to manage anxious thoughts, regulate stress responses, and approach high-pressure situations with greater confidence and flexibility.