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I found family members who would watch me dance so I could get used to an audience. I really practiced my attitude as much as my dance. Relax. Smile. You're doing fine. You're working hard. I'm proud of you! I also tried to help myself stay calm by listening to the relaxation tape every day, watching the sugar in my diet, getting enough rest and avoided taking on any new tasks that might add stress. Most of all, I tried to remain grateful for this opportunity to dance.
May rolled around and I was ready. For once in my life I was letting myself enjoy the experience. The bright colored costumes, the noise of the crowd, bags full of make up, curling irons and curtain calls- so much excitement and drama. And there I was, behind the scenes for the first time. Me, part of the show. How cool!
My family and friends said I danced beautifully. For me, it was the dance of freedom, freedom once more from those scary thoughts and self-doubt. I proved my fears wrong again! Wow. Now THAT is something to dance about!
Tammy Barlekamp,
Coach for Midwest Center and Dancer
Leeanna Arguello |
"...I've been through the program once before. It sure saved my life and I was okay for six months. I was pregnant and lost the baby at about three months. A short while after that my anxiety came back. At first I did let it get me down and scared...for like three days. Then I sat back and thought to myself: okay, I can do this; I've done it before.
So, I'm doing the program over. I even bought your book FROM PANIC TO POWER. Your program has done, and is doing so much for me. It gives me strength that I need. When I feel so alone I put a tape in and I don't feel so lonely anymore.
Thank you for everything,
Leeanna Arguello, 25
