How to access your confident alter-ego

“Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.” Oprah Winfrey

When I began my career as an opera singer, auditions were my biggest challenge. I would practice and practice and nail it in the studio but as soon as I entered the audition, I would feel my confidence and self-esteem plummet. I found myself failing over and over again. Whenever I thought about auditioning, my breathing would become short and high (not good for singing) and I would start picturing all the things that could go wrong.

I realized I needed to find a solution. I noticed that when I was singing for an audience these feelings did not show up. I started to wonder what the difference was. What I found out was that before a performance, I would tap into the part of me that was more concerned with delivering the message than the fear of being judged. I took this idea even further when I would become the character I was portraying. I would ask myself what would my character feel or think in these situations. It immediately took the pressure off Monique and I became grounded in curiosity. I then took it even further and started to wonder how I would feel or behave if I was a seasoned performer who had years of experience. I found myself stepping into the Monique that was already successful.

All of a sudden, this thing that brought such anxiety became just what I was and I performed from the place inside me that had done it a thousand times. I called it “putting on my glamour” and I actively connected with the part of me that was confident and already living the life of my dreams. When we activate our curiosity and connect to the part of ourselves that does know how to do the things we are endeavoring to do, we open up to the Infinite within. There is a flow that begins. We carry within each of us different archetypes. My favorites are the King/Queen, Sage, Artisan, Warrior and Magician. The idea of these “characters” within allows me to have the confidence to face any challenge and do things I might never do.

Known to many as “The Magnetic Voice,” Monique McDonald is a Grammy-nominated, award-winning vocal specialist and certified Conscious Transformational Coach. Initially terrified to audition or speak publicly, Monique studied intensely with excellent coaches to cultivate her confidence. As a result, she celebrated with outstanding Opera and Master Class performances throughout Europe, Russia, Japan, and the US, including Carnegie Hall, NYC, and the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. When Monique helps you unlock your natural charisma and your “Magnetic Voice,” you benefit from secrets learned in over twenty years through High Stakes Performance combined with her unique coaching style. Her passion is inspiring charismatic communication and mastery of the human voice to empower entrepreneurs, speakers, and leaders.

Looking for more 1-to1 help with YOUR VOICE OF LEADERSHIP? Check out my coaching packages at themagneticvoice.com Then click “Transform with Monique” to book a complimentary connection call and let’s see which one is a good fit for your needs!

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