How can you stop you voice from shaking when speaking in public?

Question

...or in other stressful situations? I have heard of the deep breathing techniques but are there any others that people have had success with?

Answer 1

It is really hard to gain the courage to beat those shakes i found when i was very shy that writing bluet points of cards for presentations and such and learning it really helped eventually if you have will power you can slowly gain confidence over time
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/confidence/learn/

This is a really helpful site it shows you that the reason you shake is because you are scared but what of? Everyone will hate you? boo you off stage? hardly likely the kind of thing they will actually do they are unreasonable thoughts it teaches you how to beat them.

Answer 2

Practice, then practice more!

It's a matter of confidence.

If all else fails you could try something like rescue remedy or kalms to steady your nerves.

I didnt fancy that so I just stuck with it. You will beat it in the end, Honest!

Answer 3

My husband always eats a banana before giving a presentation and finds this really works I have no idea why but try it.

Answer 4

Be confident in your self, that way you will get over your nerves. You will be fine once you have started talking, its just getting over the initial fear.

Answer 5

you could always try some bach rescue remedy or chamomile tea just to calm your nerves a little maybe

Answer 6

That's your nerves getting the best of you. You'll get better with practice and experience.

Answer 7

Try meditation it really works while playing jazz or soft country

Answer 8

Just relax, take a deep breath, and have some balls.

Answer 9

picture the crowd naked (unless they are family) lol

Answer 10

think with confidence then you will be confident