I’m a singer and performer, but I haven’t performed in years not because I lost the love for it, but because of anxiety. I’ve been on stage shaking uncontrollably, heart racing, palms sweating, trying to sing through the fear. The truth is, my anxiety doesn’t just show up on stage it’s there in meetings, conversations, even moments with friends or family. Anytime the focus is on me, my body goes into full fight-or-flight mode. Over time, it’s made it hard to connect or maintain friendships because isolation feels safer than trying to explain what’s going on inside. I’ve learned to live with and work through it with patience, tools, and compassion. I want to help others who feel trapped by anxiety find calm, courage, and connection again, one small step at a time.