Everybody deals with psychological stress. Ask Joe Schmo down the street how he felt while organizing his wedding, and he’ll probably talk your ear off about how difficult it was. He might rant about sleepless nights, constant fights, and tiredness that just would not go away no matter how much caffeine he drank.
While we all lead different lives, psychological stress is one of those universal experiences everybody relates to. I’ve never played music for a sold out football stadium, but I can remember the heebie-jeebies I felt walking into a job interview. Other stressors like performing in high school musicals and trying to deadlift for the first time come to mind, too.
This initial burst of anxiety serves a purpose. It sharpens our mind and gets us ready to take on whatever challenge faces us. However, the problem comes when those feelings linger. Continue reading…