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A Quick Cuppa Never Hurt Anyone - Except A Speaker

With Dr Simon Raybould, Curved Vision TheatreI was lucky enough to do a quick radio interview on Radio Newcastle last week (Jon Harle’s show – a man very good at his job!) and as I sat in the waiting room there was the usual range of facilities – tea, coffee and chilled water. I was tempted by two of the three (can’t abide coffee) but decided not to take the drink, despite wanting something to calm my nerves.Why?Tea and coffee both contain caffeine – that’s why most people drink them – but that’s a stimulant. I was minutes away from going on air, the nerves were up and so the last thing I needed as extra buzzzzzz.Unfortunately, many people use “having a drink” as a calming ritual and while I often use rituals with clients, today’s tip is simple… don’t use tea, coffee or traditional soft drinks. They’re loaded with stimulants. Use simple, clean water every time folks! (But remember it shouldn’t be too chilled.)As always, tips, questions and comments to me at sme@curved-vision.co.uk. Training courses for SMEs and individuals are here.

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