Scared to Speak On Stage…
Summary
- Even when I am terrified, I still get up and speak on stage. My mouth might feel dry, but I’ve learned I can still talk.
- I was nervous before starting this podcast, but I pushed through it.
- Facing challenges head-on, whether in my marriage, relationships, or business, helps train my brain to not fear them.
- The only way to get rid of fear is to do the exact thing you are scared of.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing a strategy to tackle fear directly. If you're scared of something in your business, like speaking in public or making cold calls, do that exact thing. Start small—maybe practice in front of a mirror or a friend. The key is to start, even if it's terrifying. You’ll find that with each attempt, it gets a bit easier.
A good way of handling tough situations in personal growth or business is to face them head-on. Whether you're dealing with a tough conversation in a relationship or a tricky business decision, addressing it directly can train your brain not to fear these challenges. Write down what scares you the most, then break it into smaller, more manageable tasks.
When you're nervous about starting something new, like launching a podcast or a new business venture, push through it. People often feel their worst fears right before they break through. Recognize that anxious feeling as a sign you’re on the right path and keep moving forward. Practice self-talk that reinforces your capability and courage.
Focus on small, daily actions that directly confront what's holding you back. This could be anything from sending an email you've been avoiding to signing up for a public speaking course. These low-cost, high-value actions will eventually grow your confidence.
Remember, the way to get rid of fear is by doing the things you’re most scared of. It’s about repeated exposure and realizing you’re stronger than you thought. Through consistent practice, you can teach your brain that these fears are manageable and not worth avoiding.
Quotes by Leila Hormozi
"I can be terrified and still speak on stage"
- Leila Hormozi
"I was nervous to get on this podcast"
- Leila Hormozi
"You train yourself and you teach your brain that it's not something to be scared of"
- Leila Hormozi
"The only way to rid yourself of fear is to just do the exact thing you are scared of"
- Leila Hormozi
"The more that I just go head on into it"
- Leila Hormozi
Full Transcript
I can be terrified and still speak on stage half the time when I get up to speak on a huge stage my mouth is cotton but I've realized I can still talk I was nervous to get on this podcast I was like pitting out but like whether it be in my marriage whether it be in relationships I have whether it be in the business the more that I just go head on into it you train yourself and you teach your brain that it's not something to be scared of the irony is that the only way to Ridge yourself of fear is to just do the exact thing you are scared of
