Working through performance anxiety

I’m kicking off the self-sabotage series of Beneath the Surface with a real-time example of how I worked through performance anxiety before running my first ever half marathon. In this episode, I walk through the exact tools I used, including an approach from Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), reframing perfectionist thinking, and the self-talk that helped me stay focused during the race. If you’ve ever felt pressure around a goal you really care about, this episode will help you hold high standards without letting anxiety sabotage you. Timestamps: 00:00 – Performance anxiety before my first half marathon 02:30 – The hidden belief driving the pressure 04:15 – Reframing goals: preference vs demand 06:00 – Perfectionism, social pressure, and self-compassion 08:30 – Returning to the why 10:00 – Self-talk and mindset during the race 12:15 – A question to reflect on for your own goals More Resources: Grab the free mini-course: Emotion Systems Audit – Download here Connect with Shannon on Instagram: @coachshannonbeer Learn more about compassion coaching: get the details here