Why Do We Get ‘Nervous’ Before an Interview?

We get nervous before an interview because our brain is like a superhero preparing for battle.

When you're about to meet someone important, your brain thinks it's going into a big challenge. It sends out messages that make your heart beat faster and your body feel all excited, just like when you’re about to ride a roller coaster or play your favorite game.

But here’s the fun part: if you practice, your brain starts to remember that this "battle" isn’t so scary. It becomes more like playing a familiar game, and soon you won’t feel as nervous anymore, because you’ve trained your brain to be brave!