Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking

Introduction

• Public speaking anxiety is common.
• Personal experience of fear starting from the second grade.
• Memory of being embarrassed during reading in class.

College Experience

• Anxiety persisted into college speech class.
• Physical symptoms: dry mouth, shaking hands, trembling voice.
• Reinforced belief that public speaking was not for the speaker.

Key Realizations for Overcoming Fear

1. Everyone Has a Message to Share

• Everyone has unique experiences and lessons to share.
• Rory Vaden quote: "You are perfectly positioned to serve the person you once were."
• Reflect on personal experiences to help others.

2. It's Not About You

• Change focus from personal fears to serving the audience.
• Rory Vaden quote: "Fear disappears when the mission to serve is clear."
• Emphasize the benefit to the audience.

3. Transforming Fear into Excitement

• Recognize that physiological responses to fear and excitement are similar.
• Shift perspective from fear to anticipation and excitement.

Practical Application

• Personal story about impacting a man's life after quadruple bypass surgery.
• Man completed Ironman races inspired by the speaker's message.

Encouragement to Share Your Message

• Stress on the potential positive impact of sharing one's message.
• Quote from B.J. Palmer on the far-reaching impact of one's actions.
• Encourage listeners to find their message and transform fear.

Conclusion

• Dr. Justin Mosley encourages overcoming public speaking fear.
• Aim to make a positive impact by sharing your message with the world.
• Emphasis on legacy and touching lives through communication.

Dr. Justin Mosley's journey demonstrates that overcoming the fear of public speaking is possible and can lead to making a significant impact in the lives of others.