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Summary: This is a must-read for anyone who has experienced this fear
Review: Janet Espositio has performed a tremendous service by writing this book. It will be helpful to anyone who has experienced performance anxiety at any level. It is helpful to speakers and performing artists. Well written, it is easy to grasp the ideas and apply them. Many practical strategies are presented within a philosphical framework. Janet Esposito also offers workshops on the same subject which are wonderful. I am a performing artist who took the workshop and found it took me to the next level. Her passion and commitment come through in the book strongly. Wait until you meet her in person! She is truly inspiring because she has worked through all of these fears herself.
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Summary: A Life Saver for Anyone With Speaking or Performing Anxiety!
Review: Janet Esposito has written a book that goes right to the heart of the matter of performance anxiety. Other books about speaking or performing just don't seem to grasp how scary it can be to stand in front of an audience with 'all eyes on you!", but Janet sure does! Her book is written in a caring and compassionate way, as she had suffered this fear herself and she clearly knows what it feels like to be this uncomfortable being 'in the spotlight'. Her book is immensely helpful to anyone, speaker or performer, who has a high level of anxiousness in confronting a performance situation of any size, large or small! Not only is her book a life saver, but she has just come out with a phenomenal CD as a supplement to her book and it is nothing less than outstanding! It is called, In The SpotLight - Guided Exercises to Create a Calm and Confident State of Mind, Body, & Spirit While Speaking or Performing. The first time I listened, I felt an immediate sense of calm, confidence, and ease. The more I listened, the more I felt incredibly relaxed and positive. Do yourself a favor, and order both Janet's book and her CD, and never feel so overwhelmed by speaking or performing again! And you may want to check out her web site too, as she also offers workshops and coaching!
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Summary: Most helpful book on the topic
Review: Janet Esposito's "In the Spotlight" is a terrific resource for people who experience deep anxiety around public speaking. I've read several books on the subject, and I found Janet's to be the most helpful of them all. Her approach to overcoming this fear is based on her personal experience, professional research, and extensive work with others who share this fear. She incorporates the best elements of other techniques used to overcome anxiety, along with practical tips and a healthy dose of encouragement. Her book explores the emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of this condition, and really helps the reader create both hope and a realistic plan for moving beyond their fear. It's really a great help. Thank you, Janet!
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Summary: Most helpful book on the topic
Review: Janet Esposito's "In the Spotlight" is a terrific resource for people who experience deep anxiety around public speaking. I've read several books on the subject, and I found Janet's to be the most helpful of them all. Her approach to overcoming this fear is based on her personal experience, professional research, and extensive work with others who share this fear. She incorporates the best elements of other techniques used to overcome anxiety, along with practical tips and a healthy dose of encouragement. Her book explores the emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of this condition, and really helps the reader create both hope and a realistic plan for moving beyond their fear. It's really a great help. Thank you, Janet!
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Summary: Coming out of the dark
Review: Janet Esposito's book, In the Spotlight has been the key that has opened the door to the world of public speaking for me. I recently was given the opportunity of a lifetime (so to speak) but it involved speaking at an international conference. Did I mention I suffer with panic disorder related to public performance? Janet's book provided the caring, understanding, and guidance I needed in order to get past this crippling fear and grab this opportunity with all my might! It gave me the confidence and skills I needed in order to get past the fear and realize my potential. My life has changed. I not only addressed this crowd of professionals, but sailed through it in flying colors! Her ability to relate her story and those of others, along with very professional step-by-step guidance brought me out of the dark and happily into the spotlight without dread, but instead with excitement! If I hadn't experienced it myself, I wouldn't have believed it could truly happen. If you suffer from fear of being in the spotlight, you've got to try this book. It will undoubtedly change your life!
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Summary: right on target
Review: Janet Espositos book is right on target. While reading it, it made me feel she addressed my concerns directly, and in a matter of fact, highly readable way. She approaches the causes of stage fright in a relevant fashion, and in a personal context, and then outlines the cognitive approaches to management in a readable, compassionate way. I would recommend this book to anyyone who feels uncomfortable in group presentations or feels socially anxious. Excellent and practical book!
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Summary: Book + classes = results
Review: Janet's book and her "In the Spotlight" courses are invaluable tools for those who struggle with the fear of public speaking. The book is an excellent reference and source of inspiration. As anyone who has met Janet will say, she is clearly and genuinely passionate about her "mission" to help people overcome this problem. This passion comes through in her writing, and gives the self-doubting reader a belief that he or she can overcome their fear. I strongly recommend this book, and even more strongly I recommend Janet's classes. Take advantage of both resources, as I have, and you are sure to witness results.
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Summary: A stagefright surviver from Connecticut
Review: Janet's book is the answer that I've been looking for. It is packed with practical advice for anyone suffering from performance anxiety. The reader will quickly become aware that he/she is not alone in this fear. The author is very supportive and knows from first hand experience what people who suffer from the fear of public speaking go through. It is a must read for anyone who feels anxious and nervous before speaking or performing.
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Summary: Breaking Through the Brick Wall
Review: Ms. Esposito's Book, "In the Spotlight", is changing my life as I write this review. I am a musician, a pianist, who loves music. I am 42 years old and have suffered from performance anxiety for over 25 years. This anxiety has choked me, and prevented me from fully enjoying my life and realizing my dream of playing the piano in public and truly enjoying the experience. I have always wanted to share music with people. Two days ago, I had the performance of my life. I read Janet's book 3 times, took notes, and did the exercises. Among other things, her book unleashed my spirituality, and I now have open communication with God as well. Two days ago, I was able to break through the brick wall of anxiety; I went out and played the performance of my life, and enjoyed every minute of it. I was in the zone!!! No more evil voices, dry mouth, or shaking. I did it and am so incredibly happy, I can't possibly describe the feelings to you in this review.
I wrote to Janet Esposito the day after my performance and told her that her book had changed my life.
I hope it can do the same for you.
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Summary: Only for people who get REALLY scared
Review: Since I don't have a terrible 'fear' of speaking in public, but instead just get a bit nervous, I did not find this book useful. If you experience panic attacks at the thought of speaking in public, then this book is well-suited for you.
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