4 Key Insights from a Professional Stage Fright Counselor

Public speaking is a fear that most of us fail to conquer and prefer not to discuss.

Many of us feel degraded, lose confidence, shiver, and feel like throwing up whenever it comes to speaking in front of a group. That's the worst! 77 % of a specific population provokes anxiety in a public speaking situation. This fear is called Stage Fright, and it's okay not to be a social person. But as this silent fear turns into suffering, you need to think for yourself. I am a professional stage fright cure counselor who used to have stage fright, but not anymore.

That's motivating for many of my followers!

You can also ace your stage speech by accepting the fears and sorting all the negativity around. Let's burst the bubble; you cannot avoid public your whole life. At some point, you need to take the credit for your efforts and fight off the stage fright.

Do you think you are in the same boat? Do you hesitate when everyone looks at you? Don't worry. It takes time, but sooner or later, you get the courage to face the viewers.

What Does a Professional Stage Fright Counselor Have to Say?

Many articles on the internet tell how to manage stage fright, but I, Marti MacEwan, visualize ways that cure the fear and last for a lifetime.

Being there in your shoes was not easy. But, if I can beat my fear, you can too!

Here are the seven key insights from my book "The Stage Fright Cure" that will conquer the fear you have been avoiding for a long time.

1. Stage Fright is a lot more than Public Speaking!

In a broader prospect, we professional stage fright counselors call stage fright "The fear of doing anything for someone else's consideration or enjoyment." And here, I am also talking about publishing a blog for a large audience that you wrote sitting in your comfort zone.

That sounds easy but ask a newbie writer. I know the crucial time of starting a career.

So how often have you witnessed that? Judgments, responses, aftermaths, all these thoughts take away your certainty and ruin the success. Such fear is not Imposter Syndrome. The latter term is about doubting your abilities despite the platform or the scenario. In contrast, stage fright is running away from the stage.

2. It's Not Always About YOU

Our thoughts conflict with the world, which keeps the negative aura around. For instance, you accidentally fall in front of your class (awkwardly), and all the students laugh. It's not you who they are laughing at; it's the situation.

I have been there on the floor. I know that if anyone other than me had fallen, I would have laughed too. Here, the best way is to split your brain alliance by calling you a fool. YOU are not the fool; it is the situation!

3. You are Not Born with Stage Fright

Stage fright reacts to how a person grows up, the circumstances, surrounding personalities, and other observations. Our brain interprets the meaning of situations differently.

For example, research shows that a six-year-old kid will not perceive the same image of slant discs as an adult. With time, our perceptions change and develop. Some turn into self-esteem, while others build fear of speaking or expressing themselves in front of others.

I want you to turn those fears into calmness.

And it's not that far!

4. Practice, Practice & Practice Before the Big Day

Practicing the speech or idea in front of a mirror always does the trick. Think of all the uncertainties before they even occur. Visualizing the scenes naturally builds a rapport to cope. None of us is perfect! I need practice, and so do you. Train yourself! The voice tone, pitch, and selection of words can marvel at anything.

Whether you are a student, a professional, or just an introvert who likes singing but can't be yourself among your friends, you are not alone! Many people out there struggle to get promotions or good marks. Always believe that you can cope with these fears. Don't hesitate to seek help from professional stage fright counselors. 

I, Marti MacEwan, used to have stage fright, but look at me now. I sing in front of a massive audience. That's all because I sought help and believed that I could. Get in touch with me. I am all ears! You can get your books, videos, or audio for the cure. Depending on your fears, I also give private coaching and help you defeat the stage fright. Let's face the public together!