Overcoming fear of public speaking in English

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Abhina

June 27, 2024No Comments

Public speaking is an art and who doesn’t want to master it but the question is HOW? Like other art forms it, too, requires persistence, determination as well as consistency in order to master it. Though most of the people know the significance of public speaking skill; yet many face challenges while speaking before the audience. People fear of going up to stage as there is always an anxiety whenever there is a spotlight on you. It feels as if audience is going to eat the way a carnivore eats the poor lamb. People-who are introvert-get perspiration on their foreheads whenever their names are called upon.

How to get rid of the fear of public speaking: –

It is said that practice makes a man perfect and it is true when it comes about public speaking skill. There is plethora of articles, videos etc. available on internet which might help you to some extent. But going through videos & reading article don’t help alone unless you practice. The easiest and most common trick is to practice in front of mirror or record your video before presenting a presentation.

It would be great if you recite it in front of your family member with whom you are comfortable. Certainly, it will assist you to overcome your fear a bit.

Get organized: Preparation is the vital key to perform well. You must perform your presentation beforehand as many times as possible. If possible, visit the place where you are going to perform and act upon assuming you are performing live and the crowd is watching, this is how you’ll feel more confidence. In addition to this, it will prevent you from technical glitch or prepare you for worst.

Know your audience: It can be possible that on podium you start feeling nervous and that nervousness block the flow of thoughts. Take a one second pause and start breathing. It will calm you. Take a deep breath before you get on the stage, and just loosen up a bit. Don’t be too rigid. Be calm.

Control your breathing: Preparation is the vital key to perform well. You must perform your presentation beforehand as many times as possible. If possible, visit the place where you are going to perform and act upon assuming you are performing live and the crowd is watching, this is how you’ll feel more confidence. In addition to this, it will prevent you from technical glitch or prepare you for worst.

Be positive: Don’t feel guilty about the fear. No matter how well you prepared, there will be always a fear while speaking. Don’t get afraid if there is a silence during your presentation or you get blank. Just take a few steps or take a deep breath and begin. Believe it audience won’t mind a pause. Taking stress of performing impeccably cause fear and nervousness. It is okay to make a or two mistakes, it is not going to ruin your performance. Sometimes being flawed is real.

Embrace the imperfection: Preparation is the vital key to perform well. You must perform your presentation beforehand as many times as possible. If possible, visit the place where you are going to perform and act upon assuming you are performing live and the crowd is watching, this is how you’ll feel more confidence. In addition to this, it will prevent you from technical glitch or prepare you for worst.

Meditation: If practicing alone can’t help you. You can join speaking club by paying very minimal cost. There are plenty of speaking club that conduct speaking activity on daily basis or on weekly basis where you may find people like you who have been going through the same problems as you. There you can practice and get feedback from professionals.

Join speaking club: Preparation is the vital key to perform well. You must perform your presentation beforehand as many times as possible. If possible, visit the place where you are going to perform and act upon assuming you are performing live and the crowd is watching, this is how you’ll feel more confidence. In addition to this, it will prevent you from technical glitch or prepare you for worst.

Embrace the imperfection: Preparation is the vital key to perform well. You must perform your presentation beforehand as many times as possible. If possible, visit the place where you are going to perform and act upon assuming you are performing live and the crowd is watching, this is how you’ll feel more confidence. In addition to this, it will prevent you from technical glitch or prepare you for worst.

Getting nervous in particular situation is common and public speaking is no exception. There are numerous terms such stage fear, performance anxiety etc. Seeking an advice from consulted and taking concrete steps towards overcoming this fear is the only way to go forward in your life.

Cutting yourself from social life is never be an option. Make yourself bigger than these fear by practicing, taking part in public events, competitions as well as joining public speaking club and you will see; there is light at the end of tunnel.

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Abhinav

Abhinav

An educator with over 13 years of experience in language and communication training. Worked with multi national companies like HCL, Barclay's, American Express and many more. Certified from British Council.

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