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Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

48. Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: How to Tackle Communication Anxiety

Jan 5, 2022
24:22

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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the fear of public speaking as a natural human condition and learning to manage nerves and anxiety can help us feel more confident while communicating.
  • Reframing our mindset about stress and realizing that it can have enhancing qualities can enable us to respond more positively and productively to stress when speaking in public.

Deep dives

Understanding the Fear of Public Speaking

Many people have a fear of public speaking, as it activates our deep-rooted concern for our status relative to others. Evolution has wired us to be cautious about our social standing, as lower status could jeopardize our survival. This fear of judgment and assessment when speaking in front of others is intrinsic to our human condition. However, while it is part of who we are, we can learn to manage our nerves and anxiety to feel less nervous and more confident. Additionally, reducing anxiety as a speaker benefits the audience by allowing them to focus on the message rather than the speaker's nervousness.

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