Tips for Communication Apprehension

• > Face the anxiety head on.

  • You are not alone.
  • think of the audience as a welcoming crowd
• > Take deep breaths when the anxiety kicks in.

  • clear your mind and release the heavy feeling in your chest
• > Prepare for your engagements.

  • Formal - dress well and have your presentation/speech ready beforehand
  • Informal - take time to think about what you will say
• > Practice

  • Find people whose judgment you trust.
• > Transform the negative feeling of nervousness and fear into positive energy.

  • it is fine to feel these emotions, but challenge yourself to use them as your motivation