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PRESENTING-UNDER-PRESSURE4 MIN READ

Name the Nerves Without Shrinking

Use arousal reappraisal language when a listener notices visible nerves.

Sofia's manager quietly says she looks nervous before the CEO briefing. Pick the line that keeps authority. A well-meant comment lands right before the opening. You look nervous. fromTop Sofia chooses what the nerves mean. fromBottom I am energized because this matters. I am ready, and I will start with the launch decision. Strong. It reappraises arousal as readiness and immediately returns to the task. I know, I am sorry. I did not sleep much, but I will try to get through it. This invites concern about the speaker instead of confidence in the briefing. It turns nerves into the…

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