Deep Dive Into Jane Lee

Adrenaline is like a “high-performance engine” that kicks in to help you face challenges, whether they are scary threats or exciting opportunities. In your life, when you feel that “adrenaline rush”—such as before a big presentation or a sports match—do you usually interpret it as “fear” (something to avoid) or as “readiness” (energy for success)? How could re-labeling those racing heartbeats as your body “preparing your superpowers” change the way you perform under pressure?

When I feel that adrenaline rush—like before a big presentation or a sports match—I usually interpret it as fear at first. My heart starts racing, my hands get a little shaky, and my thoughts speed up, which makes me feel like something might go wrong. It’s easy to assume that those physical signs mean I’m not ready or that I might fail. Because of that, I sometimes get stuck overthinking instead of focusing on what I actually need to do.

However, if I start to re-label those same feelings as readiness, my mindset begins to change. Instead of thinking that my body is warning me to avoid the situation, I can see it as preparing me to perform well. That adrenaline is actually giving me more energy, sharper focus, and faster reactions. When I think of it as my body getting me ready, it feels less like a problem and more like an advantage.

By telling myself that these racing heartbeats are my body “preparing my superpowers,” I can perform better under pressure. I become more confident and less afraid of making mistakes because I’m not fighting the feeling anymore. Instead, I use that energy to stay alert and engaged in the moment. In the end, changing how I interpret adrenaline can turn a stressful situation into an opportunity to do my best.