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Building Confidence. Chapter 2. I. Understanding Stage Fright. A. Fear - A biological process by which animals, including humans, secure the necessary energy to do a job that really matters- one that might potentially result in physical and/or psychological injury.
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Building Confidence Chapter 2
I. Understanding Stage Fright A. Fear - A biological process by which animals, including humans, secure the necessary energy to do a job that really matters- one that might potentially result in physical and/or psychological injury. B. Phobia - A persistent, irrational fear. C. Performance Anxiety - Extreme fear of audiences.
D. Symptoms of Stage Fright 1. An upset stomach 2. A flushed face 3. Dizziness 4. A fast heartbeat 5. Shortness of breath 6. Excessive perspiration 7. Wobbly legs
II. Establishing an Accurate Perception A. Perception refers to how we see things. 1.Audience Perception - Audiences are often unaware of a speaker’s nervousness. 2.Speech Perception - Try to visualize speaking as an opportunity to share something valuable- the message-with the audience.
Turn to page 35 3. Self Perception - It is very difficult for some people to accept who they are. A. Recognize your own individual worth and like who you are. B. Don’t fear being human. C. Self-esteem is often the result of a discovery process.
III. Examining the Planks ofConfidence A. Content - Have something worthwhile to say. B. Organization - Have some type of an outline that’s easy for both you and your audience to follow. C. Notes - Jot down your ideas in a brief, directed (preferably outlined) form.
D. Friendliness - Be congenial. E. Impression - Getting off to a good start is essential in building confidence. (Impression also refers to the way you are dressed and groomed.) F. Dedication - Practice. Practice. Practice.
G. Empathy - Know how it feels to feel that way. H. Newness - Apply some originality. I. Conviction - Believe in what you say. J. Enthusiasm - Get fired up!!!!!
C.O.N.F.I.D.E.N.C.E. C ontent O rganization N otes F riendliness I mpression D edication E mpathy N ewness C onviction E nthusiasm