A hot tip to battle performance anxiety? 'Pretend flush' a mistake down the toilet

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What happened

Worried about stumbling before a high-stakes event, like a race or a job interview?

Psychologist Cindra Kamphoff offers creative strategies to overcome the jitters and build confidence in the moment.

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  • Reported by NPR Top and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:00:00 UTC.

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