Forget what others think

 

 

In order to decrease the stress you feel about your first time, just forget what others are thinking of you.

 

 

First, many people don't really care that much if you happen to fail at something. If you are open about your inexperience, they are most likely to forgive your inability to perform well.

 

 

Second, remember that others have also started from"zero" as well (driving a car, giving a public speech, going out fora date, etc.).

 

 

Third, focus on your own performance — not onothers. For instance, if you're going to be running in your first marathon every your goal is just to pass the finish line, not to run a new world record.