Join Cynthia Kortman Westphal as she chats with Kevin Munhall, a Broadway performer turned stress, breath, and somatic educator. Kevin shares his unique insights into how performers can manage stress and anxiety, 😫 emphasizing the importance of understanding their nervous systems and emotions outside the context of performing. 😌 Discover practical strategies to reframe stress, avoid over-rehearsing, build resilience, and foster healthier social connections. Plus, learn why 'co-rumination' can be detrimental and explore the benefits of co-regulation. ❤️

📣 Want to work with Kevin? Starting April 14th: If you're a performer looking to transform your relationship to nerves, overcome performance anxiety, & befriend your inner artist, this 6 week virtual group cohort is for you! You'll learn research backed breathing, somatic & nervous system practices designed specifically to help you build resilience to stress, stay grounded under pressure & build lasting confidence. ⭐️ Plus, get 25% off with code BWAYVOCALCOACH.

02:04 Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Performers

05:16 Reframing Stress: From Threat to Challenge

06:58 Breathing Techniques for Managing Stress

14:45 The Pitfalls of Over-Rehearsing

18:54 Building Resilience and Social Support

32:26 The Importance of Nervous System Awareness

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