Standing on a stage and speaking in front of people is not an easy task. Some people are frightened by the public. This is why they avoid speaking in public. Many times, people start shaking their hands and feet and their tongue starts to tingle as soon as they reach the stage. In English it is called speech anxiety or glossophobia.
The fear of speech anxiety is so overwhelming that people cannot speak from the stage even if they want to. However, it can be easily overcome with proper preparation and confidence.
so todayrelationship' In the column we will talk about why people fear public speaking. We will also learn how to control this fear.
Why do people fear public speaking? A big reason for being nervous about public speaking is that people tend to think too much about criticism from the audience. They are afraid of making mistakes and that people will perceive them as inappropriate. Besides, he already has a negative perception in his mind about his speech. Apart from this, there are many other reasons why people fear public speaking. Understand this from the following graphic-
How to overcome the fear of public speaking Adequate practice and proper preparation are essential to overcome the fear of public speaking. To get started, watch and listen to videos of your favorite motivational speakers. Learn speaking skills from them. Before speaking on any topic, get as much information about it as possible. Apart from this, it is necessary to pay special attention to some things before speaking on stage. Understand this from the following graphic-
Let us now elaborate on some of the important points given above.
Learn from famous public speakers Nowadays, many popular public speaker videos are available on YouTube. By watching this you can easily learn the art of speaking. For this, listen carefully to the speaker's speech and practice speaking yourself. Understand their speaking style and technique. Also pay attention to their body language while speaking.
Record your speech on mobile, then learn from itEarlier people practiced public speaking by standing in front of a mirror. But now you can use technology to practice public speaking. For this you record the video in your mobile.
Send it to someone who is a good speaker. It can easily tell your weaknesses and strengths. This will help you improve your speaking skills.
Study the subject in depth Before speaking on any topic, read about it well. The better you understand what you are talking about, the better you will be able to convey it to people.
Collect data or new information Include data or new information in your speech to make the speech effective. Avoid weaving too many stories. Always talk based on facts. People will want to listen to it more carefully.
Practice in front of your friends or family members Before speaking on a public stage, practice in front of people you feel comfortable with. He will tell you openly if there is any fault in your speech. With the help of this you can correct it in time.
Take feedback seriously When someone gives feedback about your speech, listen seriously. Record it in the diary and revise it. Never take feedback for ego. Otherwise you cannot consider your shortcomings.
Speak clearly without panickingIt is very important to keep yourself positive while speaking on stage. For this, you should present your ideas as if you are the most knowledgeable person at the time. Not only will this boost your confidence, but you will also be able to express your thoughts easily.
Show confidence in body languageA professional public speaker appears relaxed and confident. They speak slowly and make positive body movements. You can also follow these things during your speech. It's also important to match your facial expressions with what you say. It increases confidence. Focus on your speech rather than the audience You can express your ideas more effectively when you focus on your speech rather than the audience. This makes it easier for people to understand what you are saying.
Congratulate yourself after your speech Don't forget to congratulate yourself after your speech. It is natural to make small mistakes during speech. Don't regret it too much. Instead, try to do better by correcting your mistake.
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