Beyond Quote by Chris McCausland
“Stand-up doesn't terrify me or even make me nervous beyond some pre-show restless excitement.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Stand-up Comedy and Disability, Chris McCausland, 2015
Stage anxiety can be reframed as excitement; the performer channels nervous energy into performance rather than fear.
In simple terms: Nervousness is excitement in disguise; use it.
Key Takeaway
Turn pre-show nerves into fuel.
Themes
performance
anxiety
confidence
Mood
energized
confident
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- live comedy
- sports competition
- presentations
Key Concepts
psychology of arousal
stagecraft
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reframe nervousness?
- What techniques help maintain focus under pressure?
A Different Perspective
Not all performers can convert anxiety this; individual differences exist.
