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Controlling Your FearThe Better Speaker Series
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Anxiety Triggers
New and unknown situations
Risk of failure
Potential for appearing foolish
Possibility of boring the audience
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Anxiety Symptoms
Increased heart rate
Butterflies in the stomach
Incontrollable shakes
Lightheadedness
Dizziness
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Managing Anxiety
Experience
Practice in front of a mirror. Rehearse in front of family and friends. Deliver a speech before your Toastmasters club. Give presentations before other groups, anywhere you can.
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Managing Anxiety
Visualization
Use your thought processes to achieve positive results.
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Managing Anxiety
Relaxation
Isometric exercises Breathing techniques
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Conclusion
It’s normal to feel nervous.
Your audience won’t notice.
Use methods to exhibit confidence.
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