Question 12: "I'm terrified of public speaking. When I'm in front of a group, I freeze. I can't think clearly or say anything that even approaches intelligence. I've taken some speech classes, but still haven't solved the problem. What do you suggest?"


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		Question 12: "I'm terrified of public speaking. When I'm in front of a group, I freeze. I can't think clearly or say anything that even approaches intelligence. I've taken some speech classes, but still haven't solved the problem. What do you suggest?" Kiro: Everyone has limits. Sometimes it is wise to accept them. Other times it is good idea to push through limits to grow. If giving speeches is chance to grow, then keep working to improve your skill. In seeking to become better speaker, hold four qualities in hand--desire to learn, willingness to try, patience, and sense of humor. These four qualities will be like friends ready to help you. Desire to learn will motivate you. Willingness to try will put you in action. Patience will help you overcome difficulties and doubts. Sense of humor will help you laugh at yourself. Together these four qualities will serve you, so you will improve as speaker. Know that you do not have to be great speaker-- only good enough speaker. When you become good enough speaker, you will thank your four friends for helping you. When you face other limits, those friends will be ready to help. When you call on them, they will be happy to serve you. back to wisdom menu