Performing Artists in the Zone

Performing "in the zone" for stage artists and musicians often means being able to work in a focused, energized, yet calm way in a variety of high stress situations. Rehearsals, contract negotiations, creative collaborations, memorizing new work, and the performance itself all challenge the effective performer to stay cool-headed, eliminate distractions, and communicate with confidence and ease.

To assess your current ability to perform in the creative zone, read through each item below and click on the number that best describes your degree of trust in each area.

(0 = no trust, 3 = some trust, 5 = complete trust)

My performance task/goal is

1. Trust Your Self:
I am self-confident and can perform at my skill sets.
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2. Trust Your Focus:
I am focused throughout my performance. My mind is firmly fixed on my desired outcome.
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3. Trust Your Feelings:
I have control of my thoughts; therefore, I have control of my moods and emotions.
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4. Trust Your Attitude:
I enjoy what I'm doing.
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5. Trust Your Ability:
I am capable. My natural talent, training, and hard work are sufficient to reach my goals.
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6. Trust Your Expectations:
My goals are reachable within the timeframe I have set.
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7. Trust Your Vision:
My artistic vision guides my decision-making for every performance and project.
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8. Trust Your Skills:
My skill sets are exceptional.
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9. Trust Your Memory:
I have developed excellent memory recall.
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10. Trust Your Preparation Routine:
I am prepared for excellence with my pre-performance habits.
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11. Trust Your Mentors/Teachers:
I am learning all I can. There are no learning/mentoring gaps.
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12. Trust Your Project Team:
I understand my role and my project partners' roles.
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13. Trust Your Equipment/Technology:
I am competently equipped to perform at my skill sets.
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