I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.
Breathing is the key .
In the midst of an attack of nerves, you are taking frequent shallow breaths, hyperventilating, superoxygenating your blood, overloading your system with adrenaline. Discipline your breathing. The rhythm becomes automatic, no longer requiring your conscious attention. Visualize a deep reflecting pool, a pool of cool, clear water - an island of stillness in the eye of the storm. Cup your hands and drink of the soothing, tranquil liquid.