Overcoming nervousness

My son, Oliver, was feeling a little nervous about an upcoming event. My wife’s advice to him was perfect.

“If you get nervous while you’re there, take a deep breath and say to yourself — just inside your head — ‘My name is Oliver St. Amant … and I am OK.’”

It’s some of the best advice I can imagine. Not just for second-graders. For all of us.

Remind yourself of who you are. Affirm that all is well.