Stop a minute, right where you are. Relax your shoulders, shake your head and spine like a dog shaking off cold water. Tell that imperious voice in your head to be still.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Keep your head up and be patient.
I have to have a little bit of time to myself right before whatever it is that I have to do because most of the time I'm sitting in my head convincing myself to calm down, all right, show down.
Keep silence for the most part, and speak only when you must, and then briefly.
Drag your thoughts away from your troubles... by the ears, by the heels, or any other way you can manage it.
Listen to my voice - I sound like I'm permanently congested.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
Breathe through your movements.
Stand before the people you fear and speak your mind - even if your voice shakes.
Put your ear down close to your soul and listen hard.
Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes.