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How can i get over my fear of public speaking?

7 August 2010 3 Comments
szaquapltnm31 asked:


I have been placed into a class in which i must act in front of people normally one would drop the class if they feared acting but I am thinking about my class options for next year and by taking this class now i eliminate the possibility of taking it next year. The thing is that i fear public speaking so i just wanted to know how i could get over it or at least be a little more comfortable to act/speak in front of others. Thanks in advance!

3 Comments »

  • Michael M said:

    Sure–Keep talking

  • kiran_sr08 said:

    practice before u act..
    hold somthing like a paper clip in ur hand to release the tension to it..
    and remember no one’s gonna know u if u mess up if u don’t make a big deal about it..
    if u mess up, just keep going,
    and remember they’re all just there to help u..

  • Green Arrow said:

    If your 18 or older you may join Toastmasters
    If not, the best suggestion is to just do it. Also remember that your audience WANTS you to succeed. Also consider that any subject you choose is one that you are an expert about, so you know what you’re saying.

    Lastly tell stories. Instead of saying something like “Everyone should give blood” say “My Uncle Bob’s life was saved because someone gave blood.”

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