It’s almost time. The Winter Show is just around the corner. The stage is set, the lights are ready, and the excitement is building. But so are the nerves. Whether you’re the student about to step into the spotlight or the parent watching from the audience, you’re feeling it—that uncomfortable mix of excitement and fear.
Here’s the thing: nervousness is good.
💪 For the Students: Nerves Are Your Superpower
Feeling nervous before a performance? Perfect. That’s your body telling you that this moment matters. Nerves are energy in disguise. They sharpen your focus, heighten your senses, and push you to rise to the occasion.
But let’s be honest, they’re uncomfortable too. You might wonder, What if I mess up? What if I forget my part? Here’s the truth: those thoughts are normal. Everyone feels them. Even the most seasoned performers.
What sets successful people apart isn’t the absence of nerves; it’s learning how to use them.
When you walk onto that stage, remember this:
🦋 Those butterflies in your stomach? They mean you’re alive.
❤️🔥 That pounding heart? It’s preparing you to give your best.
🤲 That shaky feeling? It’s a sign that you care.
Every time you face your nerves and perform anyway, you’re growing. You’re proving to yourself that you’re capable of more than you thought. That’s not just resilience—it’s confidence in the making.
🛡️ For the Parents: The Urge to Protect vs. The Need to Let Go
Now, let’s talk about what it feels like to be a parent watching your child navigate this moment. You see the nervous fidgeting, the self-doubt creeping in, and every instinct in you screams, protect them.
You want to tell them they don’t have to do it, that it’s okay to step back, that they don’t need to push themselves. But if you did, what would they learn?
When we shield our children from discomfort, we’re not protecting them—we’re holding them back. We’re unintentionally sending the message that they can’t handle it, that the challenge is too big for them.
But it’s not. They’re stronger than we often give them credit for.
🌟 The Beauty of Letting Them Prove Themselves
Think about this: what will they feel when they step off that stage, knowing they faced their fears and gave it their best shot? They’ll feel:
🎉 Proud.
💪 Empowered.
🏆 Capable.
That’s what resilience looks like. It’s built in moments like this, when they step out of their comfort zone and into the unknown. It’s a lesson they’ll carry for life.
Your role as a parent isn’t to shield them but to stand beside them, cheering them on. Let them know it’s okay to feel nervous and that you’re proud of them for trying. Be their support, not their safety net.
🔑 Why Nerves Matter
For both students and parents, nervousness is a sign of growth. It’s the signal that you’re doing something meaningful, something worth caring about.
🧑🎤 To the students: use those nerves as fuel. Let them remind you that you’re doing something brave.
👏 To the parents: let your child feel those nerves. Let them work through them. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, trying, and learning what they’re capable of.
🌈 The Bigger Picture
The Winter Show is about more than music. It’s a celebration of courage. Every note played, every lyric sung, every beat hit—it’s proof that nervousness isn’t something to fear but something to embrace.
🧑🎤 To the students: When you step onto that stage, remember: Nervous? Good. You’re growing.
❤️🔥 To the parents: When you watch your child perform, remember: Nervous? Good. They’re proving to themselves—and to you—that they’re capable.
Together, you’re part of something extraordinary: the journey of turning nerves into resilience and fear into triumph.
