Performance anxiety is one of the most pervasive barriers to stepping into a desired creative life. When we engage in any sort of performance, whether it’s giving a presentation at work or playing your instrument at a big show, there are a whole host of reactions present in our brain and body. While the anxiety may never completely disappear, we can repurpose that feeling to energize you and express yourself through your creative modality.

If you want to reduce anxiety without medication, you have more options than you might realize. While medication is a vital tool for many, a range of natural, spiritual, and science-backed approaches can also be effective at calming your nervous system.