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

October 3, 2026 · 9:00 am 1 sources

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• A hot tip to battle performance anxiety? 'Pretend flush' a mistake down the toilet
  NPR · October 3, 2026 09:00
  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.