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Confidence is a Mirage: A Glimpse Into the Dressing Room with Nymphia and Jaida
After the show, I found myself in the dressing room with Nymphia and Jaida, almost as if by fate. The line “Life is a mystery” from Madonna’s song replayed in my mind. The air was filled with the sweet, intoxicating blend of musk and jasmine.
Nymphia welcomed me with a calm, post-performance glow. I complimented her, saying, “Your performance was incredible.” She smiled and replied, “Thank you, I always love performing in Japan. And I’m so happy to be back here, especially as ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ winner.”
I asked, “You radiated so much confidence and power on stage. How can I find that kind of confidence?” She gave a thoughtful smile and said, “Look in the mirror and pretend to be someone else,” she continued, “confidence is just a mirage.”
“Have you ever been scared of the spotlight?” I asked.
“Just do it,” she answered calmly. “There’s no point in worrying about being nervous. Acknowledge it, and then just do it. If it doesn’t work out, try again and do it better.”
I was being honest with her and said, “I’m a little nervous talking to you right now,” Nymphia locked eyes with me, her gaze unwavering behind her dramatic lashes, and repeated, “Just do it.” Her manager, standing nearby, snapped their fingers in response, as if the words had struck a chord, a gesture of applause in lieu of clapping.
