Go Slow To Improve Mindfullness with Dr. David Fish

Dr. Fish shares how his early experiences as a musician and professor led him to study performance anxiety and develop a practical approach grounded in Zen and mindfulness. He offers a simple but powerful message: you are not broken — you are perfectly human.Key takeaway: Mindfulness is a skill, and like any skill, it improves with practice. By slowing down, accepting intrusive thoughts, and re-engaging with the present moment, you can speak and perform with more confidence, clarity, and calm. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone preparing for a big conversation, presentation, interview, or performance. 00:00 — Welcome and episode introduction 03:00 — Why confidence is not always the real issue 04:06 — Dr. Fish's Zen background and influence 06:42 — The moment that connected Zen and mindfulness 11:07 — What mindfulness really means in this conversation 12:01 — The READ method: engage, accept, detach 15:02 — Why performance anxiety often affects confident professionals 17:38 — The three root causes of performance anxiety 21:26 — When nervousness is a normal response 23:32 — Mindfulness as a skill that must be practiced 24:08 — Everyday mindfulness exercises: brushing teeth, washing dishes, waiting in line 27:18 — Be here now: staying present in daily life 30:06 — Dr. Fish's offerings and online courses 35:48 — The main truth about anxiety: you are not broken 37:20 — Kendra's story about her son's speech competition 39:19 — Final reflections and closing thoughts   📩 For partnerships, consulting, speaking, and/or collaborations: email: [email protected] =================== Stay Connected with Me, Kendra Chapman 🌐 Website: www.coachingwithkendrachapman.com  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithkendrachapman/  📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/kendra.weber3  🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kendrachapmanliving123  💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-chapman-3-100kecb85539165/  ✍🏽 Substack: https://coachingwithkendrachapman.substack.com/  🎙️ Podcast Episodes: https://www.coachingwithkendrachapman.com/episodes/ Various platforms: https://sites.libsyn.com/505653/links  🌟 Connect with our Guest:  David Fish  🌐 Website: https://riseupeight.com/  💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidleefish/    🎙️ Podcast Episodes: https://www.coachingwithkendrachapman.com/episodes/ Various platforms: https://sites.libsyn.com/505653/links    ============================= Video production by Tate Chapman.  To see more videos created by Tate Chapman and his brothers, check out the Triple Dare Adventures YouTube Channel here https://www.youtube.com/@TripleDareAdventures   Music featured in this podcast is licensed through Epidemic Sound. All music is used under a valid license. Copyright remains with the respective composers, artists, and Epidemic Sound. For more information about Epidemic Sound, visit their website. Intro and Outro music  Come Correct by the artist Teeklef   The Go Slow To Go Fast Podcast is provided for entertainment and educational purposes only. The views and opinions shared are personal and are not intended as medical, mental health, financial, or professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional regarding your specific health, medical, or personal circumstances. Any actions you take based on this content are at your own discretion, and results depend on your individual commitment, circumstances, and responsibility.