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Fear of public speaking is notoriously common, with many people citing it as a major anxiety trigger. I’ve spoken about this often, and will continue to do so. It is by far the biggest Minotaur I overcame, which legit changed the directory of my life. It might feel like you’re the only one sweating through…
Public speaking sounds easy, right? Wrong. For many, standing up in front of a crowd feels a bit like facing a lion. It did for me; I still cringe at how badly I use to capitulate. So, here’s the thing. Glossophobia, or fear of public speaking, is one of the most common anxiety disorders out…
Social anxiety isn’t just about feeling a bit nervous at a party or meeting new people. It’s a profound experience that can affect anyone, often making the simplest social interactions feel like huge challenges. I had huge social anxiety issues; literally crippled me and my life. Many people face this at some point in their…
Growth mindset: two words you hear tossed around a lot, especially in the self-improvement world. The first time I came across it was from reading Dr Carol Dweck’ book called Mindset. It was a phenomenal read. But what does it really mean? In simple terms, it’s the belief that intelligence and abilities can be developed…
85% of people fear public speaking according to Stanford. Public speaking anxiety, or glossophobia they call it for some reason, affects a huge chunk of peeps across the globe. We’re talking about that sweaty palms, racing heart kind of anxiety that makes standing in front of a crowd feel like facing a lion. But why…