Anxiety Quote by How to Dress Well
“I have this problem where I get incredibly, miserably nervous every single show. This is part of why touring is so exhausting for me. I have not gotten to a place where it's like, "All right, here's another." It just doesn't feel workaday, at all, yet. It's kind of killing me, being so nervous so many hours of the day. After the show - we try to end on an anthemic note, and I try and let that be decisive, and I will often come back out for an encore a cappella, and that's where I try and take leave from the feelings of the stage. Trying, after I do that, to return to my life.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: How to Dress Well, 2022
The speaker describes chronic stage anxiety that makes touring exhausting and hard to transition back to normal life after performances.
In simple terms: Stage anxiety makes touring draining and hard to unwind.
Key Takeaway
Recognize anxiety and develop post‑show rituals.
Themes
anxiety
performance
touring
mental health
transition
Mood
stressful
reflective
Type
personal
advice
When to use this quote
- live concerts
- tour schedules
- post‑show routines
- mental health support
Key Concepts
stage fright
emotional regulation
self‑care
Questions to Reflect On
- What rituals help you detach after a show?
- How can you prepare mentally before performances?
A Different Perspective
Anxiety may persist despite coping strategies, requiring professional help.
