We all know that feeling—your heart’s racing, your hands are shaky, and the butterflies are kicking in before a big game. Those game-day nerves can feel overwhelming, but what if I told you they could actually make you a better athlete?

In this episode of Like a Girl, I’m sharing my experience from Opening Weekend—when everyone was feeling the pressure. From little errors to shaky starts, we all felt those jitters. I was nervous too—but I still got hits and made plays.

The truth is, nerves don’t mean you’re weak. They mean you care. And when you learn to work with them—not against them—they can actually boost your performance. We’ll cover:

✔️ Why nerves are totally normal (even for the best athletes).

✔️ How anxiety can help your performance if you manage it right.

✔️ The science behind the “optimal arousal zone” for athletes.

✔️ Simple strategies to channel your jitters into confidence and focus.

If pre-game nerves ever get the best of you, this episode is for you. You’re stronger than your nerves—use them, embrace them, and go play like a girl.

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