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5 Powerful Lessons Learned From Recording My Audiobook
Recently I was in the studio recording the audio version of my forthcoming book TRUST YOURSELF: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work.
Here are five lessons I learned from the experience that can apply to your life, too.
1. Patience over perfectionism
I tripped over my words at times. I’d get stuck on a sentence and have to reread it over and over. At first, I’d get frustrated with myself. I’d berate myself to “do better.” Not only that, I worried my mistakes annoyed the production team. The result? I’d only choke more! Counterintuitively, when I eased up on myself, everything flowed. I’d make a mistake, then simply correct it and move on. Magic.
2. Don’t apologize for your needs
As a Sensitive Striver, I’ve developed a heightened sense for my needs. I’m conscientious. I anticipate eventualities and come prepared. Audiobook recording is no different. I came stocked with lunch, snacks, tea, a pillow for my back, etc. I felt SO self conscious walking in with my bags, looking like I was camping. What kind of weirdo does that? Me. Ultimately, no one said a word or made fun of me. And I was comfortable for our long recording sessions.
