Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Performance Pep Talk
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
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| A Brave Performer: Courageous doesn't mean Fearless | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:09:02 | |
Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s action in its presence. In this episode, we reframe confidence and explore how bravery is defined in psychology. You’ll learn why waiting to feel confident can keep you stuck, how avoidance strengthens anxiety, and how taking values-based action builds real resilience. If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll perform when I feel ready,” this episode will help you move forward, even with nerves. Perfect to listen to before an audition, presentation, or high-pressure moment. Breathwork & Pep Talk: 5:40 Connect with me on instagram @sophieperformancecoach Grab a pep talk in your inbox: The Mindbody Reset | |||
| How to Calm Performance Nerves (Without Fighting Them) | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:09:58 | |
Being nervous before a performance isn't a flaw; it's just your nervous system doing its job a little too well. In this episode, you’ll learn why trying to “get rid of” anxiety often makes it louder, and how working with your nerves can help you feel calmer and more in control. We’ll explore the psychology behind “name it to tame it,” why emotional suppression increases arousal, and how acceptance helps your nervous system settle. If you're a singer, public speaker, or creative who struggles with stage fright, pre-performance panic, or racing thoughts before stepping onstage, this episode will give you a grounded reset you can return to anytime. Breathwork & Pep Talk: 5:07 Connect with me on Instagram: @sophieperformancecoach Grab my weekly pep talk: The MindBody Reset | |||
| Welcome to Performance Pep Talk | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:06:07 | |
No more allowing panic, negative thought spirals, and self-doubt to run the show. Performance pep-talk is your go-to pre-performance tool if you’re a performer, actor, singer, or public speaker who wants to feel centered and confident walking onstage. Mental performance coach Sophie Adickes (M.A. Psych, M.M. Vocal performance, ICF ACC) uses her background in psychology and performance to leave you feeling focused, inspired, and grounded, whether you’re about to step onstage or into the audition room.
Discussing everything from how to calm the body physically to how to access that flow zone mentally, Sophie approaches mental performance confidence holistically, authentically, and through a research-informed lens. Because confidence, resilience, and self-belief are TOOLS that can be developed, not just personality traits.
When the voice of self-doubt feels too loud, put on your noise-cancelling headphones and listen to the Performance Pep-talk for research-backed tools and “you’ve got this” energy to help you walk into any room with bulletproof confidence. | |||