The world inside our hearts and minds is controlled and manipulated by a range of fears. This month’s featured article will be helpful in terms of helping us all identify our primary fears as well as dealing with the worst that can happen when this fear surfaces.
One fear that I believe can be overcome with practice and support is public speaking. * I am fascinated by humans seemingly having little difficulty in expressing themselves in private and publicly through social media. And yet, when we are called upon to say something to a small-to-large group of people we fall prey to the most commonly held fear – the fear of public speaking.
There are many avenues we can take to overcome to this very common fear. Our options include courses offered at schools, community centres, colleges, universities and training institutions as well as a multiple online outlets.
“There are many avenues we can take to overcome to this very common fear.”
Another ongoing option to help us overcome the paralysis associated with public speaking is to join Toastmasters International. Toastmasters was started 115 years ago for the purpose of helping people learn how to speak, conduct meetings, plan programs and work on committees. Its mandate has since been updated and expanded to include presentation skills as well as personal leadership.
There is nothing more compelling and liberating than addressing all that holds you back especially the fear of speaking in public? Don’t let what holds you back, hold you back any longer. Take action.
Recommended Reading:
- Visit Harvard Business Review – “Don’t let Irrational Fears Derail your Public Speaking”