by Doreen Downing | Oct 22, 2024 | 7 Steps to Fearless Speaking, Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Inspiration to speak in public, Mindfulness and speaking, Presence and public speaking, Public Speaking Anxiety, Public Speaking Tips, Speaking to Groups
Speaking fear is something many of us know all too well—the pounding heart, the racing thoughts, the feeling of wanting to shrink into the background. But what if that fear didn’t have to control you? Mindfulness can be a guiding light in this journey, offering a way...
by Doreen Downing | Aug 25, 2024 | 7 Steps to Fearless Speaking, Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fearless Public Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights
Facing fear is one of life’s greatest challenges, especially when it comes to speaking up. Whether it’s the fear of public speaking, sharing your ideas in a meeting, or even having a difficult conversation, this fear can hold us back from expressing our true selves....
by Doreen Downing | Jul 26, 2024 | Fearless Public Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Workshops for Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
As a psychologist specializing in public speaking anxiety, I recently led a workshop called “Find Your Voice: 3 Steps to Fearless Speaking.” The experiential workshop provided powerful insights to help participants overcome their fears and access their...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 25, 2024 | Confident public speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Mindfulness and speaking, Public Speaking Tips, Self Talk
The idea that our thoughts attract experiences to us isn’t a new one. Ancient traditions around the world emphasize the power of intention and visualization, while modern research in cognitive psychology explores the undeniable link between our thoughts and our...
