GM_Ray,

Omg pre session jitters. Stress sweats. Stomach cramps. Did I do my prep? All my settings correct? Windows adjusted my volume settings again. I hope nothings broken in foundry today. I stayed up late setting up. Is my dog going to bark at every leaf? We don't use video, why am I choosing earings?

How am I not over this by now. Years and years of being a GM and full time for almost two years.

Imperor,
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@GM_Ray

It's because you care. Which likely makes you a good DM!

unordinarytales,
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@Imperor @GM_Ray I’ve come to realize that I always have the jitters before I have a session no matter how much I prep. I am not sure how to deal with it other than simply running the game yet. Though I am open to being surprised.

Imperor,
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@unordinarytales @GM_Ray

Have you had or tried sessions with almost no prep? Was it different then?

unordinarytales,
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@Imperor @GM_Ray I have tried different levels of prep though not no prep entirely. I find once I get past the 10 min mark I am fine. It just like that immediate start where I feel nervous.

Imperor,
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@unordinarytales @GM_Ray

Have you ever vocalized that nervousness with your party/ies?

I have found being open about my own emotional state helps a lot in taking out the pressure in it.

Also, I tend to yawn a lot when I am excited or nervous, so I have to explain that to parties sometimes so they don't think I'm bored while DMing :D

Either way, glad you're good after the first 10 minutes of jitters.

unordinarytales,
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@Imperor @GM_Ray Yep. I have mentioned it and we have a great group. I think part of it is the worry with any art you’re sharing with someone else. Worrying it’s not good enough etc, and letting the perfect be the enemy of good.

Imperor,
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@unordinarytales @GM_Ray

That is super relatable.

I don't think your party would feel anything you come up with won't be good enough. I think having a party that comes together regularly is proof enough you're doing a good job.

Has it gotten any better at all?

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