Discover the transformative power of performance rituals in this actionable episode of The 10% Edge Podcast. Host Carl Kurt reveals how simple, structured rituals-not just habits-can become your secret weapon against anxiety, imposter syndrome, and performance pressure in high-stakes professional situations.
Drawing on groundbreaking neuroscience research from the University of Toronto, this episode explains how strategic rituals rewire your brain's response to stress and anxiety, helping busy professionals perform at their peak even under intense pressure. Whether you're preparing for a critical presentation, important meeting, or career-defining decision, you'll learn a practical 5-step framework for creating personalized performance rituals that fit seamlessly into your busy schedule.
Perfect for ambitious professionals, executives, and leaders who want to overcome overthinking and perform with confidence, this episode delivers science-backed techniques to help you stay calm, focused, and mentally locked-in when it matters most. Learn how to design effective rituals, practice them consistently, implement them before high-pressure situations, focus on physical sensations, and harness the power of belief to transform your performance.
Key topics covered:

• The neuroscience behind performance anxiety and how rituals reduce error-related negativity in the brain
• Step-by-step guide to creating effective performance rituals for professional settings
• Practical examples of rituals for presentations, meetings, and high-pressure decisions
• How to overcome self-doubt and imposter syndrome through consistent ritual practice
• Science-backed strategies to maintain focus and confidence under pressure

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