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Stage Fright

Do you panic when you think about getting in front of a bunch of people? Whether it's a conference speech, a wedding toast, or a sport competition, sweaty palms and shaky knees are commonplace. Here are a few practical tips to overcome stage anxiety.

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The Latest on Stage Fright

Speeches are out…interactive presentations are in. by David F. Swink

Any good presentation needs to tell a good story. by Nancy Darling

The bottom line in successful presenting: It's not about you. by Nancy Darling

No need to be a cheerleader type to get ahead. by Nancy Ancowitz

Speech Worrier to Speech Warrior: How to Give a Better Speech by LisaMarie Luccioni, M.A., AICI, CIP

The ability to keep cool depends on how your brain is wired by Joshua Gowin

Public speaking is just a skill. Anyone can learn it. by Nancy Ancowitz

Dealing with fear of public speaking. by Bakari Akil II, Ph.D.

Don't bring me an apple; bring your best academic self. by LisaMarie Luccioni, M.A., AICI, CIP

We trust comedians to tell us the truth. by Paul Dobransky, M.D.

Stage Fright Blogs

Anxiety Files
Simple and powerful techniques for coping with anxiety and worry.
By Robert L. Leahy
The Dance of Connection
Rescuing women and men from the quicksand of difficult relationships.
By Harriet Lerner, Ph.D.
The Narcissus in All of Us
Reflections on the self, personality, and what makes you, "you."
By Joshua D. Foster and Ilan Shrira
You, Illuminated
Commonsense explanations of neuroscience.
By Joshua Gowin
The Image Professor
Where the Visual, Verbal, & Behavioral Get Graded
By LisaMarie Luccioni, MA, AICI, CIP
Communication Central
How communication with others--and ourselves--leads to success.
By Bakari Akil II, Ph.D.