Overcoming Performance Anxiety

The fear of doing badly can prevent us from achieving our goals, doing well in our careers or simply enjoying life. Performance anxiety is caused by the demands we make on ourselves and others, and nearly all of us suffer from it to some degree. "Overcoming Performance Anxiety" provides a proven, effective self-help program that is accessible to all. The authors provide a series of simple exercises to help change thought and behaviour patterns, which will allow you to perform with a sense of confidence and pleasure, no matter what the challenge. This book is essential for all those who suffer from performance anxiety and is also of great value for those who feel nervous in public situations. -- From publisher's description.

In The Musician's Way, veteran performer and educator Gerald Klickstein combines the latest research with his 30 years of professional experience to provide aspiring musicians with a roadmap to artistic excellence. Part I, Artful Practice, describes strategies to interpret and memorize compositions, fuel motivation, collaborate, and more. Part II, Fearless Performance, lifts the lid on the hidden causes of nervousness and shows how musicians can become confident performers. Part III, Lifelong Creativity, surveys tactics to prevent music-related injuries and equips musicians to tap their own innate creativity. Written in a conversational style, The Musician's Way presents an inclusive system for all instrumentalists and vocalists to advance their musical abilities and succeed as performing artists.

Actors and musicians call it "stage fright". Others may know it as "butterflies". No matter what you call it, the symptoms of performance anxiety are the same: a paralyzing sense of fear and dread whenever you have to speak or perform before a group of any size. Now Dr. Eric Maisel, a renowned author, psychotherapist, and creativity coach shows readers how to approach presentations calmly and comfortably, without sweaty palms and a pounding heart. It doesn't matter whether you work in the classroom, the boardroom, a theater or concert hall, Performance anxiety will help you: Recognize performance anxiety; Identify irrational fears that contribute to performance anxiety; Handle criticism; Use breathing and centering techniques ti improve focus; Utilize diets, medication, relaxation techniques and guided visualization to combat anxiety; Acquire long-term anxiety management techniques. [Ed.]

Struggling to face audiences without succumbing to overwhelming nerves? Say goodbye to the fear of public speaking, exams, or any performance event with "No More Shaking Knees: Overcoming Performance Anxiety." In this comprehensive guide, you will examine in-depth the psychology, biology, and fact vs. fiction of performance anxiety, helping you gain a better understanding of this condition and debunking common misconceptions.Dive deep into the personal, professional, and mental health impacts of performance anxiety. Move from just recognizing and diagnosing the symptoms of performance anxiety to seeking professional medical advice when necessary. The book empowers you with practical, well-researched coping mechanisms – both quick fixes and lasting strategies – that have the potential to transform your performance experience.With advanced mind-body techniques like meditation, controlled breathing, and yoga, induce a state of peace even in the most high-pressure situations. Learn about the cognitive-behavioural techniques that can harness the power of positive thinking in conjunction with visualization exercises.Delve into various therapy options and explore how diet, exercise, and even certain medications could play a critical role in managing your stress. Gain insight into keeping records of your experiences and progress with the aid of a performance anxiety journal. The book also covers how to face potential setbacks and relapses with strength and perseverance, setting you up for long-term success.The 'Stories of Success' section presents inspiring case studies to mentor you and expert interviews that will bring you renewed optimism and peace of mind. Lastly, envision your life beyond performance anxiety; attain sustainable progress while helping others on their journey.No matter where you are in your struggle against performance anxiety, 'No More Shaking Knees: Overcoming Performance Anxiety' is a trusted companion, designed to equip you with the tools needed to triumph confidently over your fears.

"THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON SPORTS is a must read for anyone involved in or simply interested in sports. It tells the real story of what I went through and how countless athletes of all levels are still going through now.....unnecessarily. When no one else could, they helped me to recognize how my throwing problems came directly from sports traumas that were stuck in my brain. And then Grand and Goldberg had the knowhow to release it with the miracle of Brainspotting." Mackey Sasser Former catcher for NY Mets "THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON SPORTS is a MUST READ for athletes, their parents and coaches, as well as for all psychotherapists and performance experts. In case you didn't know it, THE YIPS has a clearly explainable relationship to past trauma. All one has to do is take a detailed history of the life of an athlete from his/her earliest childhood, relate that to his/her history of physical injuries and throw in a dollop of shame and criticism from parents and coaches and the reason for the yips emerges with crystal clarity. These facts are clearly illustrated in this compelling, fascinating and ground-breaking book by Drs. Grand and Goldberg. Brain-based principles of body-based memory, neurosensitization and cue-related anxiety from the trauma literature clearly prove that the yips come from post-traumatic stress syndrome. And Brainspotting has shown to be dramatically effective in mitigating, and even healing, this vexing syndrome." Robert Scaer, MD Author of THE BODY BEARS THE BURDEN and THE TRAUMA SPECTRUM THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON SPORTS: Beating Blocks, Slumps and Performance Anxiety for Good is the ground-breaking book that will change the face of sports performance forever. This book introduces the breakthrough concept of STSD (Sport Traumatic Stress Disorder). Grand and Goldberg have discovered that STSDs are the cause of most significant performance problems. Performance blocks and anxiety, including the yips, stem from accumulated sports traumas including sports injuries, failures and humiliations. The authors also introduce the Brainspotting Sports Performance System (BSPS) which quickly finds, releases and resolves the sports traumas held in your brain and body. An easy read, THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON SPORTS is filled with engaging, informative, inspiring stories. These case examples illustrate how professional, elite, collegiate and junior athletes have been freed for good from this silent "epidemic" of performance blocks and anxiety including: the yips, "Steve Blass disease," "Mackey Sasser syndrome," protracted slumps, balking, choking and freezing. THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON SPORTS provides the answers and the cure for athletes, their coaches and parents about "Beating Blocks, Slumps and Performance Anxiety for Good " Grand and Goldberg also show how their BSPS can take all athletes to levels they could only heretofore dream of www.thisisyourbrainonsports.com

Many do not know how they unknowingly are sabotaging their own sexual relationships. However, the truth is millions of men self-sabotage their relationships with women due to Sexual Performance Anxiety. To be honest, performance anxiety can only be resolved when you understand why it's happening. Realistically, it can literally shut down your body. For millions of people sex is a very stressful and anxious experience. This can manifest in many ways, such as complete avoidance of intimacy, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, panic attacks and more. This book will show men and women how to cure themselves of this terrible affliction which denies them one of the greatest experiences known to mankind which is, amazing sex!! You will be astounded when you discover how to get past sexual anxiety easily by reviving your potency. You will again appreciate those much-anticipated moments of sexual gratification you once had and again; want for both you and your partner. Here you can learn how to overcome your sexual anxiety about being intimate and get back to a normal relationship with your significant other. Find out how you can achieve this right NOW. Reading this book will help renew your sexual desire and put you on a rejuvenated path toward healthy, pleasure-oriented great sex.