How can I perform in music class when I'm quite reserved and find it hard to let go during the performance?

It's totally normal to feel a bit nervous before a big performance. We've all been there! But it's important to remember that these feelings are just in our heads. They're not real. Sometimes, we might worry that we'll hold the team back, mess up, or become the target of criticism. These are just fears that we've internalized, and they're not based on reality. When we're driven by these fears, we might start to imagine that the character's actions and tone of voice are very challenging. This can make things seem even more difficult and scare us even more.

So, you'll probably be feeling a bit anxious until the performance.

When we're facing challenges and pressure, we have a choice. We can either let anxiety take over, thinking that it would be better if we didn't have to perform, or we can choose to think about ways to reduce our anxiety.

Another person might ask, "What can I do to reduce this anxiety?" I'm going to treat this performance as a formal practice. I'll prepare seriously now, memorize my lines, discuss with my classmates, and rehearse more.

Take a few deep breaths, my friend. Let yourself experience the tension and anxiety, how it affects your breathing, and how it feels in your body. When you don't reject it, when you seriously feel it and are with it, you may be able to relax your tension and anxiety.

Public performances are both a challenge and an opportunity. In our lives, there may be many such challenges, and many people get nervous. I really think you should watch the movie "The King's Speech." Even a king gets so nervous about public speaking, so how can we ordinary people not be nervous?

And finally, I'd like to share a few tips with you and wish you all the best for your performance!

1. Make sure you prepare your lines carefully and memorize them.

2. Practice your natural expressions over and over again in the mirror and think about adding appropriate body movements. You've got this!

3. Jot down the main points on a note. Read them over for 5–10 minutes before you step on stage.

Hey, don't worry if you forget your lines on stage! You can quickly glance at them.

4. Take a deep breath to relax your body, my friend.

5. Give yourself a little pep talk: Relax, you're the best. Just finish.

6. The audience is full of people who are just like you and me, so just get your words out there!

7. I'm brave, and I'm proud of myself no matter how I perform!

8. Speak up, and don't forget to keep smiling and looking enthusiastic!

Good day.

I observed your inquiry and identified a potential source of concern. I extend my support and encouragement to you.

It is important to learn to separate your tasks.

You are you, and you are the one who can't let go. Your current objective is to become Xia Xue from Family Matters through acting.

However, I must inquire as to whether Xia Xue's life has any bearing on yours, whether there is any overlap or influence. It is evident that there is none. Is Xia Xue's lively and cheerful appearance reflective of you?

It is evident that this character will not affect your daily life. You will continue to be the same reserved individual you are today.

Even if the performance is not up to par, it simply indicates that this iteration of Xia Xue could benefit from a more pronounced spiritual aspect. That is solely within the realm of Xia Xue's character, and has no bearing on your own situation. If you are facing a challenge, it may be helpful to engage with the fictional character of Xia Xue as a means of finding guidance and support.

The most effective method for addressing anxiety and challenges is to simply begin.

During this period, you are encouraged to watch the drama Family with Children more often to gain insight into Xia Xue's interpersonal dynamics with her classmates, family, and friends. This will help you understand her personality traits and thought processes.

Then find a place where there are no people, or you can do it with your roommates. Express the way you think Xia Xue would act. If it's not quite right the first time, just try again and again until you get the feel for it. If you get stuck, just go back to the original video and find out where you went wrong. It's okay, there is no need to be nervous. Even professional actors and actresses who make their living from acting have to do many takes before they get it right. It's only through constant practice that they can get it right on the first take. So what are you afraid of?

There is no reason to feel ashamed.

Believe in yourself.

Each morning, take a moment to reassure yourself in the mirror. Affirm that you have the confidence to complete the task at hand. Acknowledge that it is okay to feel embarrassed, as this is not indicative of your true self. Embrace the reality that everyone has days where they do not perform at their best. It is natural to have these experiences, and with time and practice, you will become more adept at handling them.

Repeat these self-affirming words to yourself daily and look into your own eyes. I am confident that you can complete this performance.

I hope you find this information useful. Best regards, [Name]

Hello, question asker. It's a pleasure to meet you.

Your dormitory chose the show "My Daughter, My Son," and it's clear you're a creative bunch. I love this show, and I know it'll be a hit with everyone.

As a relatively quiet person, you found it difficult playing Xia Xue.

You remind me of a sitcom from my class last semester. I encountered the exact same difficulties as you.

What's worse is that I have a lot of lines and I kept getting stuck during rehearsals. I was tempted to give up, but I knew I could do it.

I am the lead role and I have already decided to star in it, so I am not going to shirk my responsibilities. Here are some tips I'd like to share with you.

I also thought at first that I was the only one who couldn't let go, but in fact there were two people who seemed very lively and outgoing to me. She is also quite shy, and she wasn't very comfortable during the performance, she was just a bit embarrassed. Let me be clear: everyone is a bit shy. Relax and take your time. Don't feel like you're the worst performer. In fact, everyone is just like you, trying to overcome it.

Our team also has a quiet and gentle girl like you. When she first started reading the lines, she was very flat and spoke very quietly, and didn't quite get into the character. This is likely because our team isn't that familiar with each other, and she's not yet used to being around us.

You're appearing as a dormitory, so you should be familiar with each other and able to chat more easily. You're not afraid of holding everyone back. You still have a strong team spirit and sense of responsibility.

Don't worry if something goes wrong during rehearsals. Smile and relax. Laughter is powerful.

If you're not satisfied with your rehearsals, practice alone in the mirror or film yourself and discuss improvements with your roommate. Unity gives confidence.

You should watch two more episodes of Family with Children and study Xia Xue's mannerisms. You can definitely play the lively and cheerful older sister Xia Xue well.

Don't be afraid. It's also a kind of exercise for yourself. When we were students, we shouldn't have refused these opportunities to grow ourselves. I hope you understand that every star has stage fright before they go on the big stage.

Stay calm and don't be afraid of mistakes or criticism. You've got this.

I know you can do it. I believe in you. You're going to nail it. ???

Hi, I'm Xin Tan, coaching with Fei Yun.

I can tell you're feeling nervous and unsure of yourself, and I can see you're worried about holding the group back.

Let me give you a hug. There are always more than three solutions to everything. Let me walk you through them.

? 1. What's the connection between anxiety/lack-of-self-confidence-and-feeling-inferior-is-it-related-to-a-childs-growth-experience-6943.html" target="_blank">confidence and...

Confidence is how you assess your ability to deal with a situation successfully. It's a kind of self-affirmation and belief that comes from the heart.

Confidence is having faith in yourself as a person and also in the future. It's a certainty about your own strength and the conviction that you can do something well or achieve a goal.

Confidence usually relates to the ability to do something. For example, I'm good at lecturing but not at singing. I'm not going to deny who I am just because I'm not good at singing.

It has nothing to do with personality. You can be confident even if you're an introvert. He's confident in himself.

Your teacher and classmates saw your quiet character and knew you'd be perfect for playing Xia Xue. It shows you're confident in this character.

People who are confident are also calm. They don't need to prove themselves to others. They believe in themselves and respect others. Just do what you do, prepare as best you can, and don't worry about the consequences for now.

2. How to handle anxiety

Anxiety is the fear and dread of something that might happen in the future.

A little anxiety can actually help us to move forward and do things better, but excessive worry can really drain our energy.

And since we only have so much energy, where is the energy to do other more important and meaningful things?

The best way to deal with anxiety is to focus on the present because that's where action happens.

Focus on rehearsing and on portraying the character Xia Xue. Picture a football match. The audience is anxious, but the players on the pitch are not, because they're taking action.

Take a moment to think about what could go wrong. Would you be able to live with that?

Also, think about what you can do now to avoid this outcome.

?3. Tips for Avoiding Nervousness

I've got two really practical tips for giving a speech or performing:

Another is the happiness vault: just before going on stage, imagine the happiest thing that has ever happened to you. When you're happy, you're at your most relaxed, and your whole body is loose.

Another tip is to rehearse the future. That means imagining what's about to happen in great detail. The more detailed your imagination, the better you'll perform.

For instance, you might want to picture who else is on stage, what they're wearing, where they're standing, and who else is helping you.

Who's in the audience? What's your expression? What's your posture? Which row are you looking at? Which person is smiling at you?

No matter what the outcome is, Olympic champions have rehearsed the competition, the situation, and even the scene of climbing onto the podium many times.

You can use these two methods and techniques whenever you give a speech, perform on stage, or even take an exam. I hope you have a successful performance!

I hope these tips are helpful for you, and I wish you all the best.

If you want to keep the conversation going, just click "Find a coach" in the top right corner or at the bottom. I'd be happy to chat and work with you one-on-one.

If the performance is a group project and everyone has to participate, then you should be brave and face it yourself. This way, you can gain the support and understanding of your dormitory friends. Explain that you may not be particularly good at it, but you are confident that everyone can understand.

You may lack confidence, feel unsure, or find it challenging to let go. You might even feel unable to fully embody Xia Xue. In these moments, it's crucial to be realistic about what you can achieve. You don't have to be the best, but participation is important.

You can explore these things on your own and keep a clear attitude. Enter this role, experience the joy of acting, and see what it's like to be Xiaoxue.

This is a project to be performed in a music class. We are not professional, but we can break through our limits and improve ourselves while adding cheerful colors to our quietness.

You're worried that you won't be able to let go and that you'll be criticized or accused by others. You need to be aware of these situations. You're afraid of being criticized, but you should communicate with your dormitory friends first to encourage each other. It's nothing, and everyone can understand each other. Talk to the better students in your dormitory first and keep up the good work.

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