Speaking in public is necessary for daily life, especially if you own a business. Despite this, public speaking fear is the number one phobia in the USA. Is it really a fear of speaking, or is the panic we experience masking something else? Christine explores speaking fear, and shares some untypical techniques to conquer speaking anxiety. 

CHRISTINE REVEALS:

• How to reframe your perception of fear, and preempt panic. 
• Why laughter really is "the best medicine." 
• A relaxation exercise you can do before meetings, presentations and events to manage speaking anxiety.
• How to detach and distance yourself when sudden panic hits. 

BEST MOMENTS

"Speaking fear is more common amongst women and young people."

"Fear and excitement fire in the same region of the brain. Both trigger an energetic response in the body, but there's no tiger in the bushes anymore."

"Laughter can disarm fear by releasing endorphins, reducing stress hormones and balancing the heart rate and blood pressure."

"In many cases, women, particularly those in industries that have traditionally been male dominated, fear making mistakes in meeting rooms and boardrooms, during presentations and talks, because the men may look down on them as unprofessional and incapable. This happened to me."

CONTACT METHOD

Email : [email protected]

Website : www.languagecouragecoaching.com

Training: www.phenomenalpresenters.com

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Welcome to Connected Communication, a podcast series for anyone who has to communicate in English across languages and cultures. Join Christine, and guests, as they delve into the magical power of the voice, bias and the brain, and the role the world around us plays in shaping how we communicate. Transform your career by cultivating confident English communication techniques. New episodes, challenges and quests every Tuesday. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, rate and review if you enjoy it. Communicate to connect today!

ABOUT THE HOST

Christine Mullaney is a certified brain-based coach, English teacher, examiner and trainer, and the founder of Language Courage Coaching, offering services in English Pronunciation and Communication, Public Speaking & Presentation, Intercultural Communication, Empowerment and Personal Development Coaching.

Her content blends over 25 years of training and practice in speech & drama, English teaching, public speaking, and customer service with her new-found love, neuroscience. It is designed to pump your dopamine, unblock fear and shatter shame, while nurturing natural confidence, courageous beliefs and new behaviours. 

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