Public speaking ranks higher than our fears of heights, being closed in small spaces, flying, getting shots and mice, to name a few.

I remember going to a group meeting for something and in the end they invited all the new people to stand up and tell something about themselves. I was sweating till it was my turn, then I Quickly stood up and said: “My name is Alan Barsky.” I may have also added “thank you for ….” mumbled something out, and then quickly sat down.  Then I thought about it, worried about it, for a while.

Just less than 30 seconds put me in a tumble. It held me back in my life in a number of ways.

I turned to hypnosis with a very qualified Hypnotherapist, and I learned a few things about myself and was able to practice with him, etc in a few sessions. And today, frankly, I am a very good public speaker, at speak at my conferences for my associations.

Now, you may be considering a wedding, or something local, or work situation, or something in your life to speak at. And you may be asking yourself how to deliver with confidence even if your hands are shaking.