The Pep Talk You Need Before Doing A Hard Thing

The Pep Talk You Need Before Doing A Hard Thing

From But Are You Happy? by Mamamia Podcasts

May 8, 2026 · 4 min

About this episode

Ashani provides a pep talk to help listeners manage anxiety before challenging situations.

In this bonus episode, Ashani gives you a reassuring pep talk for when you're feeling anxious before a presentation, event, or any situation that feels overwhelming, and the self-talk shifts that can help you calm your nerves and show up anyway. Watch the podcast on YouTube here . If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 . Both services are available 24/7 for free, confidential mental health support.  GET IN TOUCH Want to get in touch with us? DM @butareyouhappypod on Instagram or send us a voice memo . Our hosts are ready to hear your dilemmas—think of it as free therapy! Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here . Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here! Win a $2,000 Bed Threads voucher. Subscribe to Mamamia here before April 30 to be automatically entered. Current subscriber? You're already in the draw. T&Cs apply . CREDITS: Host: Ashani Dante Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman Group Executive Producer: Naima Brown Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have…

People in this episode

Host: Ashani

Topics covered

  • anxiety
  • self-talk
  • mental health
  • presentation
  • support

Keywords

  • pep talk
  • anxiety
  • presentation
  • self-talk
  • mental health support

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lifeline, Beyond Blue, Mamamia

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