The fear of not fitting in and self-doubt can cause performance anxiety, but confidence is key to overcoming it. Beginner's luck works because confidence is high, but once doubts set in, it leads to second-guessing and failure.
The speaker discusses their experience with performance anxiety, particularly during tours. They reflect on their coping mechanisms, the difficulties of engaging with an audience, and how they overcame their lack of confidence.
Changing your posture and adopting a confident body language, like the superhero pose, can improve your feelings of confidence and reduce stress hormones. It may seem trivial, but studies have shown that body language has a significant impact on mental states.
The key to overcoming doubt is to practice and repeat until it becomes almost second nature and doubt has no room to exist. It is important to have confidence in yourself and trust in your abilities, even if you make mistakes along the way.