You’re passionate about singing, performing, and sharing your message, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re not struck with moments of shyness, anxiety, doubt, or fear that could hinder your efforts. Click through to watch a compelling and open conversation with 2x Grammy® winning Recording Artist, Kalani Pe’a who shares how he overcame his shyness to find confidence, joy, and success spreading his music and working as an advocate and ambassador for Hawaiian culture.
- Pretend the audience isn’t there
- Believe in yourself. You are amazing and deserve to be heard.
- Don’t underestimate the power of a great support network. For Kalani Pe’a that was his mother and family.
- The audience came to see you. You have their attention. They care about you, your message, your style, your authenticity. Tell your story.
- Follow your gut. They are the whispers of your ancestors guiding you along the way. Follow that.
- Represent your community. Represent your family. But no matter what you do, if you’re passionate about it, do your best.
- Work to become comfortable and confident in knowing who you are and apply that to all aspects of your life.
- Music is about the connection to other people. Lean in and go for it!
Believe in yourself and what you’re doing. As Kalani says, “It’s okay to get nervous. Professional singers get nervous. They just have simple solutions to get through it.” Find what drives you. Embrace it and harness it and let it power you when you feel nervous, shy, or afraid. Let it be the fuel in your engine when you are unsure.
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