Great job on conveying the emotions and providing a mix of them throughout your performance. The ability to portray different feelings and energy levels is key in our work, and it seems you're on the right track. In certain parts of your performance, however, articulation seemed to be lacking. This was particularly noticeable during the quieter, softer sections. Remember, a softer tone doesn't mean you should lose clarity. Continue working on ensuring each word is clearly pronounced, no matter how soft or loud your voice is. Consider incorporating more articulation exercises into your practice routine. Practicing challenging consonant combinations or specific sounds that you struggle with can help you improve your clarity. Also, listening back to your performances can be very insightful. It allows you to detect the areas where your articulation is less distinct. The pauses in your read are an important part of voiceover work, as they can help create tension or give the listener time to absorb information. However, too many pauses or pauses that are too long can disrupt the flow of the story and potentially disengage your audience. Review your script beforehand and mark where natural pauses should be, like at the end of sentences or where there are commas. An additional tip is to visualize the sentences you're reading. Consider each sentence as a journey with a beginning, middle, and end. This can help you to understand where pauses would naturally occur and prevent unnecessary breaks. Remember, finding the right balance in voiceover work is a learning process. Keep practicing and experimenting with different techniques, and don't be afraid to take creative risks. Your hard work and commitment are evident, and with continued effort, your skills will only continue to improve. Keep up the good work! And yes I'm feeling better :)