Description

Have you ever felt your heart race at the thought of speaking in front of a crowd? You're not alone! In today's episode, we're digging into the root of public speaking anxiety, and I'm sharing some practical tips to help you bloom as a speaker.

In today's episode, we explore:

• The simple equation for building confidence: Present + Engagement = Confidence
• Why bringing your "inner child" to work can soothe speaking jitters
• How to see your audience in a whole new (and less intimidating) light
• The power of flipping your focus from "being watched" to "watching"
• Why engagement is key to confident speaking
• The magic of rooting yourself in one powerful word
• A humming technique based on polyvagal theory to calm your nerves

Quotable Moment:
"Inside each of us is a flame - a burning desire to share our message, to make an impact. Public speaking is simply a tool to let that flame shine brighter."

Listener Challenge:
Before your next presentation or important conversation, try the humming technique. Hum your favorite tune for a few minutes and notice how it affects your nervousness. Share your experience with us on social media, tagging @kristymandour.

Resources Mentioned:

• Polyvagal Theory by Dr. Stephen Porges

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