Emily Blunt says she gets nervous before everything. These are the 4 things that help.
Actor Emily Blunt said she meditates before big events — and she said a shot of tequila can also help.
Emily Blunt, the acclaimed actress known for her roles in films such as The Devil Wears Prada, Oppenheimer, and A Quiet Place, recently shared her strategies for managing nerves at a 20th Anniversary Gala for the American Institute for Stuttering. The event honored Steven Tananbaum, who founded the organization to provide therapy and support to those who stutter.
Blunt revealed that she practices deep breathing and meditation to calm her nerves before big events or public speaking. She explained that deep breathing involves inhaling for four counts, holding for four seconds, and then exhaling for four or eight counts. This breathing technique helps her calm her parasympathetic nervous system, which in turn aids in reducing her anxiety.
In addition to deep breathing, Blunt also meditates daily, specifically through transcendental meditation. She has spoken about how creative expression has helped her overcome her stutter, allowing her to speak more freely and confidently. Blunt encouraged other individuals with a stutter to join an improv group or read poetry as if they were a different character, suggesting that this can provide a sense of liberation and expression.
Finally, Blunt admitted that if all else fails, a shot of tequila can help her relax. She noted that while she gets nervous before everything, she understands that everyone experiences nerves and emphasized the importance of not being too hard on oneself.
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