Glossophobia: The fear of public speaking or speech anxietyThe word glossophobia comes from Greek. Glosso = tongue and phobos = fear.
It is believed to be the single most common phobia and it has even been ranked above the fear of death. Jerry Seinfeld once said "The average person at a funeral would rather be in the casket than doing the eulogy."
Tired of being scared? Tired of being limited by this fear? Tired of being speechless in front of a crowd?
Believe it or not, this fear can be controlled and even mastered. Toastmasters the world over are learning this every day.
Why don't you give us a try? Join us at our meetings! Together, we can conquer glossophobia!
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