How to Conquer Pre-Performance Nerves

How to Conquer Pre-Performance Nerves

How to Conquer Pre-Performance Nerves   As a pianist in my younger days, I experienced debilitating stage fright. Even the idea of playing in front of friends and family terrified me. I usually managed to get through the performance, but would often end up crying...
One Way to Reduce Others’ Resistance

One Way to Reduce Others’ Resistance

One Way to Reduce Others’ Resistance to your ideas and decisions   When my girls were toddlers, I discovered the power of presenting options. If I said, “Put on this shirt” or “It’s time for bed,” rebellion inevitably ensued. But if I asked, “Which of these two...
Fearlessness vs. Courage: How to Cultivate Each

Fearlessness vs. Courage: How to Cultivate Each

Fearlessness vs. Courage: How to Cultivate Each   What keeps you up at night? While many people do face real threats to their physical or psychological safety on a daily basis, most of the time, your worries are not about life-and-death situations. Yet these...