Performance EmPowering Tools

Empowerment Before Performance
Write down the following 10 sentences and finish them, without too much thinking, in a supportive manner:
1. I can
2. I have
3. I trust
4. I believe
5. I am
6. I choose
7. I give
8. I do
9. I decide
10. I love

Restructuring Negative Thoughts
Write down your automatic negative thought.
Ask yourself, is this real?
In other words, do you jump to conclusions?
Reframe your thought into a positive statement.
Do you notice a difference in your feelings?

Short and Long Term Goals
Write down your goals. For example: performing on Broadway or, at the Metropolitan Opera.
What are the steps you need to make? Start with easy, short term goals.
Write them down and revisit regularly.
Realize that what feels like setbacks are the bends in the road to get to your destination.

Nurture Happiness
Happiness is the catalyst to success. When we are happy, we feel more confident.
1. Reframe your negative thoughts
2. Practice gratitude
3. Forgive
4. Cultivate hope
5. Do your best

Increase Your Focus
1. Do mindful breathing
2. Eliminate distractions
3. Remind yourself of your goals
4. Take breaks
5. Do this 5 minute meditation:
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