Once again we had a meeting dedicated exclusively to public speaking. It was an incredible experience to watch our group members take risks with their speech, tackle things they're afraid of, experiment with different fluency techniques, or just simply stand up and deliver. Some of us read out loud, others gave formal speeches or talked in an impromptu way.
A few people mentioned how, when they find themselves in difficult speaking situation in everyday life, they remind themselves of their successes in support group meetings and are able to speak with less anxiety and more ease. We hear often that the only way to build confidence and improve is by using every chance we get to practice. But there's nothing like experiencing it for yourself to drive the point home. And to really make your day!
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