It always gets better.

Nearly had a panic attack during a presentation today,

but I fought it. I still felt horribly overcome with nerves, though. It could have gone a lot better, but it also could have been worse. I need to remember to calm down…

However, I was told that I was very “sophisticated” and “professional” when I was speaking. That kind of surprised me - how could I still appear composed when really, I was having a meltdown in my mind? I was completely and utterly panicking. I suppose that’s a plus…