We've all been there - the racing heart, the sweating palms, the cotton mouth. Many clients call me because they're nervous or experiencing public speaking panic. The mere thought of public speaking can trigger anxiety in some presenters.
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month and it's a good time to assess the state of your speaking skills.
Ask yourself these questions:
- What do I see when I think of myself speaking?
- What do I say to myself?
- How do I think I'll feel when I finish my speech?
I would bet a lot of money that the answers to those questions are negative. The act of public speaking is neutral. We charge it with anxious energy by the way we think. Successful speakers know that confidence begins in the mind.
So in honor of Better Speech and Hearing Month, resolve to watch this public speaking affirmations video everyday. The only thing that's triggering your public speaking fear is you.