Fear of Speaking

One of the main ways to overcome this is to realise that everyone else is the same!

If I had to give just one tip to people I would say slow down. Most people speak too quickly and then people can't understand you and will ask you to repeat it which in turn will make you panic.

My second tip would be too open your mouth so that the sound can get out of your mouth. For a more detailed explanation please look at this page.

When you say the 'eye' sound as in the words high, my, smile etc your mouth should be wide open. Look in a mirror and see if your mouth is wide open( and I mean WIDE) when you say:

'My smile is a mile wide'. Your mouth should be open on the words my, smile, mile and wide.

Next you have to speak loud enough for people to hear you.

There's no point in having a fantastic speech or presentation full of great ideas if no one can hear you.

Again, open your mouth so the sound can get out and direct your words where you want them to go.

Another important point, that is often under estimated, is to wear something you feel comfortable in. There is nothing worse than standing or sitting and trying to concentrate on a speech when you feel very uncomfortable.

For more help please browse the pages of this website where you will find lots and lots of help.

Go from Fear of Speaking to Speaking Confidently