Managing Emotions in High Pressure Situations

Confidence Through Health · Sep 30, 2026 · 8m

It is important to manage our emotions and perceptions of other reactions during high-pressure situations. If we make a mistake or fail to deliver as we thought we should, we need to focus on what we can control in the moment - our emotional state, mental state, and immediate reaction.

Key Takeaways

Our feelings and perceptions during high-pressure situations are often more negative than reality warrants.

Focusing on what we can control — our own performance and adjustments — is essential to maintaining confidence.

Practice is not about achieving perfection; it is about learning how to adapt…