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Build Confidence by Doing: Self-Efficacy, Nerves, and Music · PTT Music Podcast

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  Welcome to the PTT Music Podcast, where music is a powerful force for inspiration,
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  creativity, and positive influence.
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  I'm Jordan Sterling, performance coach and positive behavior specialist.
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  And I'm Ava Brooks.
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  We're thrilled to welcome all of our new listeners joining our growing community
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  today!
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  The purpose of the PTT Music Podcast is to take you behind the music to explore how
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  intentional sound awakens emotion, strengthens the mind, and fuels positive behavior
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  change.
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  That's right, Ava.
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  Today, we're diving into how high achievers unlock immediate momentum and build rock
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  solid self efficacy using proven behavioral techniques and music as a catalyst.
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  It's such an exciting topic because so many people assume that motivation is
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  something you have to wait around for.
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  But as positive behavior experts, we know that action actually creates motivation,
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  not the other way around.
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  Exactly.
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  Back in 1977, psychologist Albert Bandura published his foundational work on self
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  efficacy theory in Psychological Review.
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  He demonstrated that your conviction in your ability to succeed comes directly from
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  what he called mastery experiences.
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  Mastery experiences are those small, deliberate wins that prove to your brain that
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  you're capable of executing your goal.
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  Every time you complete a task, your brain logs direct evidence of your capability.
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  That evidence triggers a release of dopamine in the brain's reward pathway.
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  Dopamine isn't just a feeling of satisfaction.
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  It's a neurochemical signal that sharpens focus, reinforces positive behavior,
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  and propels you right into your next action.
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  That's why small wins are so transformative.
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  When you initiate positive movement, you're building neural momentum.
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  And when you combine that behavioral rhythm with purposeful sound,
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  the results are incredible.
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  Music acts as a biological anchor.
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  When you pair an energizing, uplifting track with a high focus action,
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  your brain creates a strong associative neural pathway that triggers flow state on
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  demand.
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  A brilliant example of this is the PTT Music song "His Name Is YAHUAH".
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  The moment those powerful rhythms and inspiring melodies start,
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  it signals to your nervous system that it's time to step into deep reverence,
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  strength, and purposeful focus.
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  "His Name Is YAHUAH" is such an empowering track.
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  It elevates your physiological state.
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  In behavioral psychology, we study how physiological arousal,
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  like an elevated heart rate or heightened sensory awareness,
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  can be directed toward positive execution.
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  When you interpret that physical energy as readiness, your output instantly soars.
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  It really does!
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  Playing "His Name Is YAHUAH" turns that physical charge into pure clarity.
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  You're telling your mind that you're grounded, confident, and aligned with your
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  highest potential.
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  And then, when you want to channel that conviction into unstoppable passion and
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  endurance, PTT Music gives us the incredible song "I Got Heart".
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  "I Got Heart" has this vibrant, resilient energy that inspires pure passion and
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  determination.
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  I love "I Got Heart" because it embodies the core behavioral principle that courage
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  and effort fuel momentum.
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  When you put on "I Got Heart" and launch straight into your work,
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  you're establishing what behavior scientists call micro commitment loops.
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  Micro commitment loops are simple, high impact strategies.
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  You commit to working with total focus for just ten or fifteen minutes.
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  Because the barrier to entry is so manageable, initiating action feels easy and
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  joyful.
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  Once you start, positive momentum takes over and carries you effortlessly through
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  your goal.
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  It's all about positive reinforcement and environmental design.
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  Every single step forward releases rewarding neurochemicals that make the creative
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  process fulfilling.
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  You aren't forcing performance.
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  You're designing an environment where victory is natural and consistent.
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  Let me add another key dimension, Ava, which is positive cognitive reframing.
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  When high performers encounter a complex objective, they reframe it not as an
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  obstacle, but as an exciting opportunity to build new capability and mastery.
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  That cognitive shift is massive, Jordan!
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  Positive framing activates the executive centers of the brain,
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  sharpening problem solving and accelerating learning.
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  When you combine positive framing with an inspiring soundtrack like "I Got Heart",
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  you turn every task into a celebratory win.
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  And over time, those positive sound anchors become deeply ingrained habits.
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  When you play "His Name Is YAHUAH" and "I Got Heart" during your peak working hours,
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  your brain automatically associates those sound patterns with high focus,
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  boundless energy, and continuous growth.
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  Let me share a practical four step positive routine that our listeners can put into
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  practice today to activate peak performance whenever they choose.
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  Step one is physical alignment.
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  Stand tall, roll your shoulders back, and take a deep, full breath.
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  Your body posture immediately signals confidence and readiness to your brain.
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  Step two is setting a clear micro goal.
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  Pick one immediate, positive objective you can complete in ten to fifteen minutes.
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  Precision creates incredible momentum.
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  Step three is audio activation.
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  Put on an empowering track like "His Name Is YAHUAH" or "I Got Heart".
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  Let the music lock in your focus and elevate your spirit as you take immediate,
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  decisive action.
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  And step four is immediate reward!
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  Celebrate your win the instant you finish that task.
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  That positive feedback loop solidifies the habit pattern and makes taking your next
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  action feel natural and exciting.
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  When you apply this positive behavior routine daily, you condition your mind to link
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  effort with joy, purpose, and triumph.
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  You step fully into your power as a creator and high achiever.
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  It's an empowering, uplifting way to live and work every day.
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  That's the remarkable synergy of positive behavior techniques paired with purpose
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  driven music from PTT Music.
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  Again, thanks for spending this time with us on the PTT Music Podcast.
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  We hope today's conversation left you inspired, encouraged,
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  and ready to carry that energy with you wherever life takes you.
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  I'm Jordan Sterling...
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  and I'm Ava Brooks.
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  We'll see you next time for another conversation that celebrates creativity,
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  purpose, and the power of music.
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  If you enjoyed today's episode, we'd love for you to continue the journey with us.
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  Visit PTTMusic.com to explore our latest music, official videos,
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  exclusive merchandise, artist updates, and much more.
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  And be sure to subscribe to our podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with
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  someone who could use a little inspiration today...
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  Until next time, keep moving forward.
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  And let the PTT Music continue to move you closer to who you truly are.