Only 12% of people have the Performing superpower—the ability to shine in front of others with ease. But what if you could practice it in a way that’s low-stakes, joyful, and just plain fun? In this episode, Lisa explores how karaoke can be a powerful tool for building confidence in everyday life. She’s joined by writer, editor, and karaoke journalist Ada Tseng, creator of the LA Times Karaoke Generator, to talk about how karaoke helps us get comfortable with the spotlight on our own terms. In this episode, you’ll learn: What the Performing superpower is (and why so few of us claim it) Why karaoke is actually risk-free confidence training How to pick your perfect karaoke song (with data to back it up) Why letting go of perfection might be your biggest mic-drop moment Whether you're karaoke-curious or a seasoned shower-singer, this episode is your permission slip to take up space, sing your heart out, and have fun doing it.   00:00 Intro: Why karaoke is a powerful tool for building confidence00:42 The performing superpower and how we develop it03:46 Real-life growth: Performing in everyday situations08:10 Karaoke as practice: A safe, joyful way to build the performing superpower09:54 Meet Ada Tseng, karaoke journalist and creator of the LA Times Karaoke Generator14:44 Karaoke as culture, connection, and self-care18:08 From stage fright to spotlight: Building confidence through song24:44 What makes a great karaoke song and Lisa and Ada’s top tips27:42 Letting go of perfection and having fun with it33:30 Are women held to a higher standard? Making karaoke a judgment-free zone38:57 The Gravitas team’s favorite karaoke songs43:53 Final thoughts and Ada’s post-marathon karaoke celebration46:23 Outro46:41 Disclaimer   Connect With Us So You Never Miss a Moment of Inspiration:  ⁠Visit Our Website⁠ ⁠Get Our Best-Selling Book in Paperback⁠ ⁠Follow Gravitas on Instagram⁠ ⁠Follow Lisa on Instagram⁠ ⁠Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Suggestions or Questions? Email Us. E-Mail: inconfidence@gravitasnewyork.com