I LIKE it when I practice public conversations private. It helps me reduce any fears of speaking out loud with others.
Sometimes when practicing my public conversations in private, I LIKE trying to speak as loud as possible. It changes "muscle memory" and instills confidence.
Before speaking, I LIKE to remind myself a little fear can actually make me a better conversationalist. It can make me more energetic and alert.
I LIKE it when I can use a lot of animation and exaggerated gestures when practicing conversations in private. It helps me be more expressive when actually speaking in public.
Sometimes when practicing my speaking in private, I LIKE trying to speak in a low voice, while staying as calm as possible. It helps reduce the tension in my voice and eliminates voice "cracking".
I LOVE practicing my speaking in private, while looking into a mirror while smiling and then looking at pictures of a group of smiling faces (my artificial audience) I've put together. It changes my fearful "conditioned" responses" associated with stage fright or shyness and reduces tension.
I LOVE to occasionally focus on "staying calm" while speaking. Lots of pauses and deep breaths while speaking reduces fear and stress.
I LIKE reminding myself that if just one person benefits from my speach, it will be well worth experiencing my fears.
I LIKE it when I try to match speaking styles with those I amtalking to. Studies show "language style matching" leads to better communication and relationships.
