1.1 Oxford Dictionary Definition ...………………………………………………….……….3

1.2 Some Examples .……………………………………………………………………….…….….3-4

Understanding Speaker Anxiety ………………………………………….…………………….…5

2.1 Understanding Speaker Anxiety ….………………………….……………………….…5

2.2 Symptoms of Speaker Anxiety ….…………………………….……………………….…5-6

2.3 Speaker Anxiety and Communication Apprehension ……………………….…6

2.4 Types of Fear …………………………….…………………………………………………….…6

2.5 The Three-Stage Process .………….…………………………………………………….…7

Managing Speaker Anxiety ……………………………………………………………………………8

3.1 Before you Talk/Speak ……..…..……………………………………………………………8

3.2 Beginning your Speech ..…………………………………………………………………….10

3.3 During your Speech ……….…………………………………………………………………..10

Increased Blood pressure.

Body temperature rise.

Some people say their mouths feel dry.

Voice trembling.

Sweaty palms.

Shortage of breath.

Anxiety and fear.

Perfectionism - Perfectionism paralyzes the speaker when they demand of themselves that each speech or presentation be perfect.

Panic - Panic is the combination of unreasonable expectations with fear of failure and real physical symptoms.

Avoidance - Avoidance is a self-sabotage that virtually guarantees anxiety, fear, and diminished performance.

You experience anxiety as a result of your fear-provoking thoughts.

Do not abuse food or beverages

Do not use any drugs

Dress up yourself properly

Check the equipment

Find a safe position if your hands or legs are shaking