A specific fear is easier to fix than a vague one.
"I'm totally freaking out!" versus "I'm worried about blanking out!
Good preparation will help you feel confident
D&C 38:30 "...but if ye are prepared ye shall not fear."
Develop a good outline and practice, practice, practice.
Pray for help to remember what you studied and prepared.
Visualize success
When you are experiencing fear and anxiety try imaging yourself confidently delivering the speech
Replace negative thoughts with positive ones
Replace Negative: "I'm going to say "um" to much." with Positive: "No one will notice if I say "um" a few times. They will notice my great content and know how hard I worked."
Try Relaxation Techniques
Fight or Flight: Your body reacts to fearful situations by preparing it for "fight" or "flight." Public speaking isn't as intense as fighting a tiger or running from one. So... what do we do with the increased heart rate, rush of adrenaline, and tense muscles?
Breathe! Force some oxygen to your brain. It will help you relax and focus.
Inhale through the nose and exhale through your mouth. It's the best way to slow down your breathing.
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