# 32, waiting outside the classroom

Today I was one of the individuals that stood outside the class and went in individually to share with the class my leadership story. While standing outside the room I was calm and collected. I did not have any anxiety or feel pressured. I knew that I had done something right by going to the front the prior class stating I wanted to be a leader. I also knew that 35 other students were doing what I was doing. With confidence I walked down the class room to the front. Initially I moved out of the light before I was asked to stand in the light. As soon as I moved into the light I lost all control mentally. I was discombobulated and uncomfortable. I knew I had a leadership story but with a time cap, a spotlight, and 100 sets of eyes judging me I felt uncomfortable and could not speak without being nervous. This also carried further to a meeting I had after class.
After class on Mondays I go home to run an executive meeting and chapter meeting for my sorority. Our chapter meeting consists of me sitting at the front of the room with 116 members in front of me. Why was not nervous during this time? I think I remained calm because I know these individuals and have already received their approval. They voted me into my position and support me as their president. Also, I have somewhat scripted my thoughts for the meeting. I have notes in front of me and have also reviewed them with the executive committee one hour prior the big meeting.
I commend the individual that was comfortable and composed while telling their story.