Whenever I get nervous, I feel butterflies in my stomach. I am nervous today because we have our first Entrepreneur's Club meeting. I am excited about it, but nervous because it is a new adventure! So how can I deal with these butterflies, and make sure that they 'fly in formation'?
There are a few techniques I use to ensure that my nerves are under control:
- Prepare - if I am as prepared as I can be, it reduces my nervousness. I like to know that I have done everything I can do in order for something to be a success. The rest I cannot control and therefore there is little point in me worrying about it.
- Keep it simple - as soon as things start to feel like they are getting complicated, I focus on why I am doing something in the first place. I then take everything back to the basics, and focus on the core reason for doing something. This keeps my mind clear.
- Breathe - it may sound like a small thing, but controlling my breathing and making sure I am not just taking shallow breaths allows me to feel calmer.
I am no expert at controlling nerves, but I have found that there are a few things that can help those butterflies to fly in formation!
What techniques do you use to control your nervousness?
Hi J, I have to compliment you on your lovely blogs over the last few days. They are truly amazing and inspiring to read:) I am so happy that you have this new idea to form an Entrepreneur's Club - what a unique and FAB idea! I only wish that I could be closer and experience this with you as I feel I could have much to add and gain from the experience!
ReplyDeleteOh, and I thought of a No. 4 for your list here -
4. Believe in yourself! Believe that you can do it, and you are one step closer to success.
My diary has daily quotes at the bottom which I love to read, and ironically the quote for Tuesday, which I thought was quite appropriate was "The truly creative individual stands ready to abandon old habits and to acknowledge that life, particularly her own unique life, is rich with possibilities"
All the best my friend, I'm rooting for you :)
Thanks so much Carolyn! Your support and enthusiasm is just wonderful! Yes, wish you were closer too so that we could bounce ideas off each other and help each other out more! The Entrepreneur's Club has been a huge success with interest from all over the world - it would be so great if you were part of it! Maybe we can start one in SA?
ReplyDeleteI love the quote by the way - yes, trying new things can be scary, but that is how we grow the most!
Thanks again!