How can you use music to calm your nerves before a presentation?

As a hypnotherapist, I know that music holds immense power to influence our mental and emotional state. Before major presentations, speakers can harness the calming effects of music to soothe their nerves and enhance their performance. By selecting music with a lower frequency, such as soft classical or instrumental tunes, can stimulate relaxation response in their bodies. These slower rhythms can - as already mentioned - help slow down heart rate, reduce muscle tension, and regulate breathing, enabling speakers to enter a state of calm and focus. Incorporating deep breathing exercises - such as Square breathing - while listening to calming music can further intensify relaxation.

Interesting discussion. This month has been very stressful politically and I was just listening to a song called " we will not go down, by michael " and it def caused me to smile and get back to focusing on work just because it empowered my heart, music heals.

Music is magic to our souls! Want to calm down, play calming music; want to be hyped up, play some hype music! I use music to get centered and pumped before I go on stage. It's become a part of my setup routine. Music can alter our state of mind - whether it's the beat, the words, or the combination of the two - our soul connects to it and opens us up to feel what we need to feel in that given moment. I highly recommend creating multiple playlist and having them handy for all situations.

Music plays an influential role in our society and especially in the world of sport and exercise is no exception. Advances in technology have made music more accessible and more prevalent than ever making it a part of our daily lives. But how do we know what kind of music is most effective to our training and performance? Music is often used by athletes before an event, game, or match. Embracing music before any type of event has the ability to change your mood, your state of mind and your perspective on life. Music is an art and art lives in the minds of those who see the vision of why it is important to engage it in your daily life.

I will almost always use music to get me psyched and my heart pumping, not from anxiety but from anticipation of the presentation I will soon be doing. It's the shot of adrenaline I like before going on stage or beginning to speak in the conference room.

We all know "Music Therapy" that psychiatrists have used in therapeutic approaches. Music is also a form of holistic healing for the mind and brain. Our reactions to music dated back to ancient times when humans started to compose different types of music, songs and dances. Music then influenced human behaviours and set the different occasions. I create and improvise modern day music as a song composer with the use of various genres that form distinctive rhythms and beats. Our interests in music can also be shaped by our environment and upbringing. We may have blasted our ears that we get used to upbeat ones like pop, hip hop and rock or have soothed our hearts addicting us to like the slow and soft sentimental and classical music.

Here there are one important point a few about of music. For example, the classic music of Mozart is very useful in therapy. The effects have are incredible. Has healed much people that have multiple disorder or troubles health even the babies is applied to them apply for performance the develop childhood too. Of course, after particulary I listen rock, pop or another styles for pleasure.

I once had a class that was especially difficult to settle after lunch. Their most productive work was in the morning and it was hard to engage them in the afternoons. I constantly had to remind them that school finished at 3 and not after lunch😄. I always had speakers with me at school. On one particularly tough afternoon they were bouncing off the walls. I said nothing. I just calmly hooked up my phone to my speakers and played my favourite worship music list. Without me saying anything most of them stopped talking and put their heads down on the table. Some went to sleep, others just stared at me as I sang along softly. One boy cried. They were 8 & 9 years old. Music has the power to change our mood and behaviour instantly.

Music can impact your emotions and mindset, whether you are the musician or the listener. For the listeners, faster music can awaken you and help you concentrate. Slower selections have a calming and relaxing effect. If you sing or play for others, you have the satisfaction that you are having a positive impact on other people's lives, bringing them relaxation and/or joy.

Ok, nós estamos estamos falando sobre como escolher uma música que ajude em nossa preparação para uma apresentação, mas espere... nós podemos ampliar este horizonte, escolhendo música que ajude não apenas em uma preparação, mas também que ajude a dormir, a relaxar, a recuperar a tranquilidade depois de um dia estressante de trabalho. A música é mágica!

Various studies have already proven the strong relationship between music and emotion. However each emotion demands a different type of music. And it varies from person to person. I personally focus much better with Rock music playing in the background. Just before a presentation however, I change t'r'ack to something calmer with motivational lyrics. Beetles are a good example. This calms the nerves, and help me stay optimistic. Once the job is done, I continue to listen to music tough something instrumental to adrenaline tone down. Classical music works wonders in this phase, allowing the brain activity to return back to normal. It is essential to realize how your personality adapts to music under different situations.

Music is a way supercharge anything you do because it helps you feel good before you take any action. I have playlists that I've created for different types of emotions. One for confidence, one for inspiration, even one for feeling happy. Knowing how you WANT to feel in any given situation allows you to pick music that will help you experience that feeling.

Often I listen music because I like the music. There are day that I listen rock and other day relax music or classic music. However, always I listen music. Is part of my life.

Eu gosto de seguir as dicas dos especialistas, mas também gosto de criar minhas próprias definições e receitas. Quem já cantou no banheiro, em frente ao espelho, sabe do que estou falando. O que funciona para mim, pode não funcionar para outras pessoas. Ouvir música antes ou depois? E que tal ouvir música durante a apresentação? Sei que nem sempre é possível inserir música em uma apresentação, pois em alguns casos a situação à qual se refere aquela apresentação pode ser complicada ou particularmente delicada. Eu utilizo a música durante a apresentação sempre que possível, como ferramenta para aliviar o estresse, criar um momento de suspense, ou até mesmo para aliviar a tensão, criando um ambiente alegre e descontraído. Experimente!

When I was acting, I chose a sound track for every show to "put me in the right mood" before going on stage. TRy finding the right music and listen to it when rehearsing, then when you'll listen again before going on stage, your mind will automatically align to the right mood.

I have a playlist for various aspects of life and it’s part of my routine and ritual now. Before big events and presentations I turn up the music in the car or hotel or shower and they are sing along style so I’m in a power pose and singing these songs engaging all aspects of my mind and body and soul in some instances.

Eu gosto de vários tipos de música e minha playlist é composta dos mais variados ritmos musicais. Não tenho preconceitos com relação à música, e ouço qualquer uma que agrade aos meus ouvidos. Mas é preciso ter em mente que nem toda música é adequada ao que você precisa. Como ouvir música? A resposta é simples! Você deve ouvir música de forma que não atrapalhe ou prejudique quem estiver ao seu redor. A música é uma ferramenta de auxílio, não é um criador de discórdia. Se você pode ouvir em sua aparelhagem, no volume máximo, vá em frente, mas... se isso for incomodar alguém, use os velhos e eternos fones de ouvido e aproveite!

Listening to music as a pre-presentation ritual involves choosing a quiet and comfortable space where you can fully immerse yourself in the music. Close your eyes, take deep breaths, and let the melodies wash over you. Focus on the rhythm and lyrics, allowing the music to create a positive and calming atmosphere. Whether it's a favorite playlist or a soothing instrumental track, the key is to engage actively with the music to center yourself and build confidence. Experiment with different genres to discover what resonates best with your energy and mindset.

Iterate until you find what works for you! Sometimes a big of change each time with some musical staples is a solid way to combo the music. For me it’s tough to concentrate with vocals so I lean toward instrumentals. I also have a max allowed volume as to not create ringing in ears!

Avoid listening to LOUD, ROCK music with a lot of lyrics, go for the soothing ones. You may find it not helping at first. But it will not escalate your anxiety or nervousness. The bowl-sound used in many therapies tend to have helped a lot of individuals based on research.

Se não te agrada, não escute! É fácil saber o que evitar, pois se não é agradável, se te deixa triste, com raiva, deprimido ou com sono, então você deve evitar. Se incomoda as outras pessoas, então você também deve evitar. A música ideal vai te deixar alegre, tranquilo, alerta e cheio de energia positiva.

While using music to calm your nerves before a presentation, it's important to avoid overly energetic or distracting tunes that might increase anxiety. Steer clear of songs with intense beats or lyrics that could disrupt your focus. Opt for calming, instrumental, or lyrically uplifting music instead. Additionally, be mindful of the volume to ensure it enhances your relaxation rather than becoming a distraction. Finding the right balance and avoiding music that induces stress is key to leveraging its calming benefits effectively.

This is such a personal choice. Certain music that puts me over the edge is precisely what helps others focus. Play and experiment with what works best for you.

A good way to start is to listen to a piece and then ask yourself "how this made me feel?" to gradually get an "inner compass". Then you'll be able to tell which music works or don't work for you.

There's never been a better or easier time to experiment with types of music. Vary the combinations, sequences, and transitions to find what resonates best with you. If you want to go really deep, measure physiological responses like heart rate, blood pressure, or breathing to gauge the music's effects. So many tools are available now to give you info on how something is affecting you physically.

Presentation itself is an art. And music & art are interconnected, influencing each other in the creative process.  Both music & presentation are forms of communication. A compelling presentation requires skillful delivery of content, structure, storytelling and visuals. And the presenter, akin to an artist, is expected to shape the narrative and engage the audience. A calm, focused & motivated emotional state is a pre-requisite for a great presentation. Listening to music, before taking the stage, helps you achieve that emotional state. Many motivational speakers incorporate music into their pre-speaking rituals. And not all of them publically disclose their pre-stage routines.  So, there's gotta be something in that secret sauce :)

I have two 'go-to' options... The first is Musical Anchoring where prior to the day of the presentation, I repeatedly listen to a specific calming song or sound while practicing deep breathing or relaxation techniques. This creates a psychological 'anchor' - whenever I listen to this track before the presentation, your body and mind recall the relaxation response. Another wonderful technique is Rhythmic Breathing Synchronization where one can choose music with a rhythm that matches a calming breathing pattern. E.g, songs with a slower tempo for deep, slow breathing. This synchronicity can help regulate your breathing and heart rate, naturally inducing calmness. My two bits!

I appreciate the insight into using music to calm nerves before a presentation. I've personally relied on breathing exercises in the past, but the comments listed have me thinking about incorporating music into my routine. Reflecting on my journey, I've always had theme songs that motivated me—like 'I Will Survive' during a challenging time. 'Just the Two of Us' became a source of strength for my children and me. It's fascinating how music has been a constant motivating factor.

Delivering presentation in a better way needs a peaceful mind. And this type of peace is felt when one has confidence on the matter what is likely to be delivered by him. And confidence comes by practice ,practice and practice. The narrative set as subject is out of question and a fictional dream and not a reality. So entirely wrong bcz true professionals try to acquire more confidence by practice and appreciating the likely questions and their appropriate answers, rather diverting to listen to music. Music relaxes and one can only enjoy once task is successfully done, not at a formal time which is out of question and ridiculous.

Listening to music can be a helpful way to calm down your nerves before a hefty presentation. Music has the power to influence emotions and calming down effect by reducing stress and anxiety. Different people may find different types of music soothing, so it's important to choose music that suits you. Some individuals prefer instrumental music, as lyrics may be distracting when trying to focus on preparing for a presentation. Others find comfort in familiar tunes or genres that have a calming influence. The key is to select music that helps you feel centered. Some people listen to their religious scriptures in a tune which reflexes their emotions and nerves into a relaxing mood. It helps, too as it may have a spiritual effect on them.