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Nervousness in Public Speaking is Not Selective!

Bret Dudl Not Selective By Nancy Daniels.

When it comes to public speaking, most people are aware that it is man’s greatest fear. Thus, it can affect the famous as well as the not so famous, the CEO as well as the administrative assistant, men as well as women. There is no doubt that practice can be one of your best tools in conquering your fear; but, there is something else that most people are unaware of that can allow you to take your nervousness and let it work for you and not against you.

Simply put, it is learning to breathe with the support of your diaphragm. Right now, you probably think that you are breathing properly so I will ask you to try this exercise.
# Place your hands under your rib cage and take a deep breath. Did your hands move in or out?

If you pulled in your ‘gut,’ then your hands moved in which means you are not breathing properly: you are, however, part of the majority of the population who are renowned for being shallow or lazy breathers. Don’t let this news upset you. 99% of the population is doing it wrong.

While all babies are born breathing with the support of the diaphragm, sometime during development in the prepubescent years, the child will revert to shallow breathing. It is a medical fact. We imitate our loved ones as we grow; therefore, if mom and dad are shallow breathers, so too will the child copy that technique.

[Incidentally, all mammals breathe with the support of the diaphragm. Watch your cat or your dog the next time it is lying on its side or on its back. You will see your pet taking the air all the way down to its lower torso area. That is deep, supported breathing.]

Why is diaphragmatic breathing the most important thing you can do to control your nervousness? Because it relaxes your body by eliminating the toxins in your body. Shallow or lazy breathing actually increases your nervousness because it is unable to rid your body of those toxins thereby increasing your stress.

Learn to breathe with support and you will be able to lower your stress and take control your nervousness. I love nervousness. That rush of adrenaline that can move your presentation to a whole new level. My advice is not to try to eliminate it or stop it but instead to allow it to work in your favor. (By the way, if you are not nervous, if you heart isn’t being faster as you approach your audience, then there is a problem.)

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How to Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking Now

Overcome Your Bret Dudl Fear By Scott Byers.

It is often said that when people are asked what they fear more, death or public speaking, they choose the latter. As amazing as this may seem to some, it makes sense to others. Getting up in front of a large group of people and giving a speech or performance can be very intimidating, so it is important that you learn some of the best ways to overcome this fear. Once you do, you will be a much more effective speaker.

Part of overcoming your fear of public speaking is to make sure that you always practice before you go on. The more you are confident in what you have to say, the better you will feel once you get up in front of your audience. They will be able to tell that you are prepared and feel good about what you are presenting to them. If you have to, use the old technique of standing in front of a mirror and rehearsing what you have to say.

Also make sure that you not only have confidence in your speech, but also in your self. Have a good self-esteem and being confident in who you are as a person plays a critical role in public speaking. All of the great speakers have at least one thing in common, they all felt comfortable enough with themselves to get up in front of hundreds or thousands of people and speak.

Another thing you can do to avoid stage fright is to know your audience, that is you must be familiar with the group of people you will be speaking to. This will determine the kind of language you use, your posture, and other important things to consider when speaking to a group of people. You must always be making eye contact as well. This will show your audience that you are attempting to make a real connection with them, and they will sense that and appreciate it.

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Ten Steps to Fearless Public Speaking

Ten Bret Dudl Steps By Graham Jones.

There is plenty of dubious material which suggests you can combat public speaking fear. Much of it includes fancy techniques such as ‘visualization’ or ‘breathing techniques’. Well, they might work. But this ten step system is GUARANTEED TO WORK. That’s because instead of fancy tricks and techniques, this system of dealing with public speaking fear uses your body’s natural defences against fear.

STEP ONE

Prepare well. Naturally enough, the more prepared you are the more likely you are to feel in control, which will NATURALLY help your nervousness reduce.

STEP TWO

Practice, practice, practice. You can’t do too much practice. Don’t listen to those people who say you can over-practice. Tell that to circus artists who practice day in day out for decades, just to get their act right. You don’t hear actors and musicians complaining they had ‘too much’ rehearsal time. The more your rehearse, the better.

STEP THREE

Say your speech OUT LOUD. Whether you are in the car, the bath, or going for a walk with the dog, say it out loud. Going through your talk ‘in your head’ means you don’t benefit from something called ‘psychomotor memory’ – whereby the memory for what you need to say is partly embedded in the muscles of your mouth.

STEP FOUR

Get to the venue early. Get a feel for the room. Sit where the audience will sit so you can see it from their perspective. Walk around the auditorium. Practice your speech on the stage itself. The more comfortable you are with the room, the less your nerves will be.

STEP FIVE

Get some exercise. A walk, a swim, a session in the gym, it doesn’t matter what you do, as long as you get some exercise in the couple of hours before your talk. That way you’ll change the chemistry of your blood supply in your own favour. Exercise is essential in reducing nerves. Do not skimp on this.

STEP SIX

Chew some mints or sweets. While waiting to go on stage, chew something. This will produce saliva which also helps reduce nerves. If you drink water your saliva production will go down and your nervousness will rise. Avoid water when presenting.

STEP SEVEN

When you go up on stage, smile. No matter how false it feels to you, the audience won’t notice. Just smile. It helps produce hormones that lead to a more relaxed feeling.

STEP EIGHT

Be active on the stage. Move around, use big gestures and get as much body movement as you can. The more you move the more relaxed you will feel.

STEP NINE

Look people in the eye. Make as much eye contact as you can. The more the better. Eye contact is essential in helping you feel good and reducing your nerves.

STEP TEN

Use feedback. Always gain feedback on your speeches. You’ll soon discover you are a lot better than you think you are, which is bound to help boost your confidence.

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A Quick Tip for Delivering a Great Speech

Quick Bret Dudl Tip By V. Berba Velasco.

Does speaking in public leave you tongue-tied? Do you stumble over your words? Do you want to learn how to speak more eloquently in front of a crowed?

Here’s a simple tip for getting started: Talk about something that you’re passionate about.

Have you ever noticed how people sound more eloquent when they’re talking about something that’s dear to their heart? They speak more fluidly, and they’re less likely to grasp for the right words. They also speak with more confidence, emotion and conviction. And why not? They’ve probably delivered great orations to themselves many times before, in the privacy of their own minds.

Speak about what matters to you. Speak about what’s dear to your heart.

Of course, this isn’t a magic formula for becoming a great speaker. That sort of thing must come with experience. However, if you start out by speaking about things for which you feel passion, that can help you refine your technique and develop confidence.

As with most skills, the secret is to practice, practice and practice. If you speak from the heart, then practicing becomes easier and more effective—and a lot more enjoyable to boot.

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