how can i overcome my nervous on my speech?

Answer 1

Public speaking is intimidating, and even people who do this on a regular basis can still feel the butterflies before some event. You can, however, try to remember a few things before you get up there to present your speech. If this is a school related thing, remember that all your classmates are just as nervous about giving their speeches as you are about yours, most of them won't even notice any mistakes or fumbles you make as they are too busy fretting about their own. You aren't expected to be perfect in this situation, as it is a learning experience. If this is for something more professional than school I would just keep in mind that the people present are there to support you, not criticize you. If you have prepared well and practiced at home things will go well enough that you are sure to recieve compliments at the end. While you are up there just remember to talk slowly, this is a huge mistake that many people make when speaking publicly. When we get nervous we tend to talk faster than normally, and in a speech you should try to talk even a little slower than you would in conversation. Check yourself throughout to make sure you are not rushing through your words. And if nothing else, remember that this isn't going to kill you, its just a little uncomfortable, but y ou are going to feel great afterwords when it is over and you have succeeded in giving an amazing speech. Good luck!

Answer 2

I have social phobia. Just the other day I had to give a presentation on my term project. I had somewhat a panic attack, some people laughed, people stared at me, and I ran out the room.

I dont know what happened or why I did that but I just couldn't stand giving speeches.

I've been told lots of times that, people dont really pay attention and that the only one that you should care about is the professor's opinion. Other people's opinion doesn't matter. Another told me that, pretend that you're speaking to a bunch of people that you are comfortable with.

The only reason I could think of being nervous, is the thought of people's judgements or screwing up. If you dont pay attention to that and pretend that you're talking to yourself about the topic, you'll be fine.

Answer 3

As they say the only way to overcome a fear, is to face it.
Have you ever given a speech, then after you finished sat down and felt like wow, that wasn't as hard as I had expected.
Just go up there, and start, pay no attention to anyone. Then, after a couple minutes, you won't be nervous anymore!
Good luck!!

Answer 4

The best thing to do is to practice, practice, practice. The more you rehearse your speech at home the more comfortable you will be in doing it in front of others. Get the speech down on note cards, it's best to outline the speech instead of putting it word for word that way you are more comfortable if you are interupted and it's harder to lose your place, and stand in front of the mirror and practice your speech without looking at your note cards as much as possible. Time yourself as well to make sure you have your time limit covered.

Answer 5

Many people have already said some of the things I would say, especially about practice. I would also suggest this though...

A lot of people say to picture everyone naked, or in their underwear. That doesn't work for me so I started just looking at people's foreheads. It makes them think I'm looking at them so it gives the illusion of eye contact, but it's less nerve-racking. That's how I started feeling more comfortable in front of a group and, eventually, I was able to look them in the eye.

I teach at a college so I have to get up in front of a group every single day, but it's a lot easier now after easing my way into it by looking at people's foreheads. Now I don't even think about it.

Answer 6

Try to kind of get used to the place you will be saying your speech or the people you will be addressing it to

It helps only if you know where you are and have faith that everyone will understand you.

Answer 7

Direct a short film

Answer 8

The best way is to be prepared and be ready to answer possible questions. Know your topic. Read this article: http://www.public-speaking-solutions.com/fear-of-public-speaking.html

Answer 9

believe in yourself and remember you're a girl.. you have the power.. hahaha.. i'm kiddin' i hate speech.. i mean i hate me having to go up there and talk.. i rather listen 'till my mind drifts again..

Answer 10

Picture everyone in their underwear, pray, and be confident in yourself.