Hello and welcome back to another life story post — and yes, today I’m recording one of those surreal, beautiful moments that I never imagined would happen: I got invited to a TV show!
All thanks to my friend Fion, who was originally supposed to appear but had to fly to Iceland, so she passed the opportunity to me. I still remember her message:
“Hi Jess, I want to recommend you to a TV show!”
My reaction? “What?? No way…”
Scary Moments before the show start
I still can’t believe I actually went through with it — and that it turned out to be such a calm, fun experience. But before that, I almost messed it up completely.
I’d never attended a TV recording before. Sure, I’d heard stories about how it worked, but being invited to talk about travel and flight tickets — honestly, I’m not exactly an expert! Most of what I know came from trial and error (and a bit of training from Snail Bro).
When I received a list of interview questions, I realized how hard it is to explain something you usually do instinctively. I froze during practice sessions, overthinking every word.
That whole week was torture — my anxiety made me imagine myself as a total clown on TV. (that really crazy thought that I had) I even debated whether I should just say no. But after a few honest conversations with my friends (and a lot of self-talk), I finally decided to just go for it.
A Wanderlust Moments
The day of filming, I was still nervous — but I tried to keep a cool face. The studio was filled with lights, cameras, and crew members moving everywhere.
Beforehand, I’d done a bit of homework: researching the hosts, watching previous episodes, and even learning how guests usually sit and talk. It helped me feel a little more prepared.
Once the cameras started rolling, something magical happened — everything flowed naturally. The hosts made the whole experience feel like a friendly chat. It reminded me of recording my own podcast, that same comfortable vibe where you forget the audience and just talk.
An hour flew by in what felt like minutes. When the filming ended, I stepped outside and saw a sunset that looked just like the ones in Africa — warm, golden, and calm. I took that as a sign of peace after all my overthinking.
I even asked the host how I did, and they said,
“You did great! You didn’t look scared at all!”
That line stayed with me. I laughed, realizing I’d been the only one who thought I’d fail.
What I Learned from My First TV Appearance
- Say yes, even when you’re scared. Sometimes, opportunities come disguised as anxiety.
- Preparation eases nerves. Researching the show and doing small rehearsals made a big difference.
- You’re your own worst critic. Most people see you doing fine — it’s your inner voice that exaggerates fear.
Watching myself later, I couldn’t help but smile. Just like the drama I’d watched recently — the main character was terrified before her TV appearance but turned out completely natural once she was on set. That was so me. (laughs)
Final Thoughts
Getting invited to a TV show was one of the most unexpected experiences of my life — and one I’ll always treasure. It reminded me that sometimes, stepping into the spotlight isn’t about being ready; it’s about being brave enough to show up. Honestly, it was one of the happiest days I’ve had.
Wish we going for more next level:) Thank you so much for everything and also everyone who lovely and always treat me so well. Grateful all the time.
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Thanks so much for reading.
Have a beautiful day.
— Jerserry 🌸
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