If you've ever felt caged by nerves, overthinking, or a fear that won't let up, this episode is for you.

Hattie is back with a closer look at the actual process she and Emily, her new business partner, use to help people move from fearful and tied in knots to free and fully themselves wherever the spotlight lands.

You'll hear:

• How the critical voice in your head isn't a sign you're broken.

• The real difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, and how a simple word ("yet") can shift everything

• That self-compassion has three parts, and the reason "common humanity" might be the most powerful one

• The neuroscience behind why it's genuinely never too late to change a habit (if a 92-year-old can change, so can you!)

This one gets personal, a little nerdy about the brain, and is full of the kind of hope you can actually put into practice.

Listen now and get ready to crack your own shell.

And ff you want to find out more about the way we work, visit our website at findyourtruevoice.co.uk

What's the real difference between a good performer and a truly great one?

In this episode, I reflect on what I learned at a recent conference with some of the world's leading voices in psychology and neurobiology. All of the presenters were polished, knowledgeable and engaging - but only a few created that deeper sense of safety, connection and authenticity that makes an audience lean in and truly listen.

Join me as I explore:

• The hidden factors that hold even confident performers back.

• The reason your relationship with judgement (both your own and others') shapes how you feel on stage.

• The key shift that transforms stage fright into genuine stage presence.

• Simple, practical steps to help you feel grounded, safe and authentic in your next performance or presentation.

If you've ever found yourself overthinking, second-guessing, or striving to "get it right" before stepping in front of an audience, this episode will show you a different way. It's about moving past performance armour and stepping into calm, confident connection. So you can share what you have to offer with freedom and authenticity.

✨ If you've got a performance or presentation coming up and today's episode really resonated, I'd love to help you put this into practice. I've created some short-term coaching options for exactly these moments — when you don't have months to prepare but still want to feel calmer, more confident, and more connected.

You can choose from:

• The Confidence Kickstart – 3 focused one to one sessions across 1–2 weeks

• The Performance Power Session – a 90-minute deep dive to shift what's holding you back

👉 If you'd like to find out more, just email me: hattie@findyourtruevoice.co.uk — I'd be happy to chat it through.

Ever notice how one critical remark can overshadow all the praise you've received?

For years, I let one critical comment overshadow every compliment I received. In this episode of The Courageous Performer Podcast, I share how I stopped letting negative feedback crush my confidence and started using it to grow. I'll walk you through the exact three steps I use to decide what to take on board—and what to let go—so I can perform with freedom and self-belief.

🎧 You'll hear:

• Why our brains are wired to focus on criticism over praise

• How to separate your self-worth from your performance

• Real-life examples of turning harsh feedback into constructive growth

• Simple ways to quiet the inner critic after a comment stings

• The mindset shift that makes feedback feel less personal and more useful

By the end, you'll know how to sift through criticism, keep the gems, and leave the rest behind—so you can keep showing up with courage and confidence.

This episode is for every performer who's ever felt they had to earn their right to be seen. Whether you're onstage, on camera, in the boardroom, or simply trying to show up as yourself - you'll find something here for you.

👉 Book a free Backstage Review with me: Backstage Review

Let's talk about how to let go of the fear and find the version of you that doesn't need to be fixed - just given space to perform

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