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Why Thought Stopping Doesn’t Work (And the Paradoxical Strategy That Might Work Better)

Why Thought Stopping Doesn’t Work (And the Paradoxical Strategy That Might Work Better)

FromThe Bulletproof Musician


Why Thought Stopping Doesn’t Work (And the Paradoxical Strategy That Might Work Better)

FromThe Bulletproof Musician

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Length:
8 minutes
Released:
Jul 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Have you ever heard it said that trying NOT to think of something only triggers more thoughts of that thing? It makes sense, but is this actually true? And if so, and thought suppression really doesn't work, is there anything else we can do, to avoid thinking negative thoughts on stage? Why Thought Stopping Doesn’t Work (And the Paradoxical Strategy That Might Work Better)
Released:
Jul 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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Ever wonder why you can practice for hours, sound great in the practice room, and still be frustratingly hit or miss on stage? Join performance psychologist and Juilliard alumnus/faculty Noa Kageyama, and explore research-based “practice hacks” for beating anxiety, practicing more effectively, and playing up to your full abilities when it matters most.