Calm Down

Control that energy: before you step onto the stage (or into the meeting), take a minute to control your breathing and focus on the things you are experiencing. Be aware of the tension in your shoulders and throat, the tremor in your hands, and maybe even the weakness in your knees! Breathe deeply and relax as much as you can. Direct the energy that is flowing through your body onto the performance ahead. This is called ‘centring’. You can read up on it from many sources.