How to Overcome Fear of Criticism & Perform with Confidence

Описание: Are your performances more about you or about the audience you’re serving

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So many performers, speakers, musicians, and creatives struggle with the fear of being judged.

The anxiety of criticism often makes us shrink, hold back, and worry more about how we look instead of what we’re giving.

But here’s the truth when you focus only on yourself, your performances lose their true purpose.

This video explores a powerful mindset shift making your performances about the audience’s experience instead of your own fears.

When you share your art, your speech, your music, or any form of self-expression, it isn’t about protecting yourself, it's about giving something meaningful to others.

The energy you bring can either come from a place of fear or from a place of service.

Think about it, every great performance, every moving concert, every unforgettable speech it’s memorable because the audience feels something.

When you connect with people and make it about their experience, not your fear of criticism, your entire presence changes.

👉 Instead of asking, What will people think of me ask
What kind of experience am I creating for my audience
How can I shift my energy so they feel inspired, uplifted, or moved
What if my performance is not about me at all, but about what I give

By making this shift, the anxiety begins to fade. You stop performing from a place of fear and start performing from a place of connection and generosity.

Your energy shifts dramatically, and suddenly, your presence feels authentic, confident, and magnetic.

This isn’t just about music or stage performance it applies everywhere
Speaking in public or giving presentations
Sharing your writing, art, or creative projects
Leading a meeting or addressing your team
Even showing up in social situations where judgment feels scary

When your focus moves away from I’m afraid of being criticized to I want my audience to feel something valuable, you step into your true power. You’re no longer protecting yourself, you're serving others.

🔥 Key takeaways from this video
Performances should be about the audience, not just yourself.
Fear of criticism keeps you trapped in self-focus.
Shifting perspective leads to powerful energy shifts.
Playing from a place of service creates memorable experiences.
You can reduce anxiety by shifting from fear to connection.

If you’ve ever felt nervous before a performance, this video will help you reframe that fear. Instead of worrying about what others think, learn to see your role as a giver of experiences.

Every performance no matter how big or small becomes an act of service that connects you more deeply with your audience.

✨ Remember the stage isn’t a spotlight on you, it's a bridge to them.
Watch until the end for practical insights and a mindset shift that will help you perform, speak, and share with courage, clarity, and purpose.

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Hi, I'm Helen Aun! I'm a peak performance coach, Alexander Technique teacher, and business mentor for pianists and piano teachers. With over 25 years of experience as a professional pianist and educator, I help musicians play with confidence and ease, and build successful careers.

What I Do:
Founder of The Helen Aun Institute, dedicated to helping pianists thrive artistically and financially.
Help pianists overcome performance anxiety and physical pain.

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