by Doreen Downing | Oct 17, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Mindfulness and speaking, Public Speaking Anxiety
Living With the Fear You Already Know Most people who struggle with speaking anxiety already know it. They’ve felt their heart race before a meeting, heard their voice shake in introductions, or watched themselves stay quiet when they had something meaningful to say....
by Doreen Downing | Aug 20, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fearless Public Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Inspiration to speak in public, Mindfulness and speaking, Presence and public speaking, Public Speaking Tips
Speaking anxiety can feel like a wall you can’t climb. It’s not just the act of speaking—it’s the fear of judgment, the vulnerability of being seen, and the lingering doubts about your own voice. Many people struggle with this, and it’s easy to stay silent to avoid...
by Doreen Downing | Jul 11, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog
Some childhood memories don’t just fade. They take root. And over time, they quietly shape how we show up in the world, especially when it comes to using our voice. One client shared a memory with me. A simple school spelling bee. She made a mistake, and what stayed...
by Doreen Downing | Feb 27, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Mindfulness and speaking, Personal Relationships and Speaking, Presence and public speaking, Professional Speakers, Public Speaking Anxiety, Public Speaking at Work
I used to think public speaking meant standing on a stage, delivering a polished speech to an audience that hung on every word. It felt like something reserved for experts, for people with important things to say. It certainly wasn’t something for everyday life. But...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 24, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Mindfulness and speaking, Personal Relationships and Speaking, Presence and public speaking
Anxiety around expressing yourself—whether in conversations, relationships, or creative pursuits—can hold you back from fully sharing who you are. But what if you didn’t have to face this alone? One of the most powerful ways to overcome self-expression anxiety is by...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 15, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Mindfulness and speaking, Presence and public speaking, Storytelling
We all have stories—moments that shaped us, lessons we’ve learned, and experiences that linger in our hearts. These stories are deeply personal, and sharing them can feel overwhelming, even a little scary. You might feel a tug, a quiet voice inside urging you to...
