What if that racing heart before you try something new isn’t anxiety… but your body cheering you on?

In this episode of Mind Juice, Miss Jen talks about the idea of “inner applause” — the belief that nervous energy is actually your body preparing you for something that matters. From backstage moments with dancers to big life decisions for adults, this episode reframes fear as fuel and nerves as a sign of growth.

Jen shares how she teaches her dancers to be “nerve-sited” (nervous and excited at the same time), why discomfort often means you’re leveling up, and how parents, teachers, and leaders can help kids — and themselves — walk into challenges with confidence instead of avoidance.

If you’re heading into something that feels scary, exciting, or uncertain, this episode is your reminder: you don’t need to feel fearless to be brave. Your body might already be cheering for you.