Stage fright happens when your brain thinks you're in danger. It's like being scared of a big monster, your body gets ready to run or fight, even though the monster is just a crowd of people. Your heart beats faster, and sometimes you can't remember what you were going to say. This happens because your brain thinks it needs to help you survive.
Examples
- A singer starts trembling on stage because they're afraid the audience will laugh at them.
- A student’s hands get sweaty when he has to stand up in front of his classmates.
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See also
- Why Do People Feel ‘Anxious’ in Crowded Places?
- Why Do People Often Believe in Conspiracy Theories?
- Why Do We Yawn When We're Tired?
- Why Do Some People Hear Music in Their Heads?
- Why Do People Get Stressed Out by the Same Things Over and Over?
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