by Doreen Downing | Feb 27, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Mindfulness and speaking, Personal Relationships and Speaking, Presence and public speaking, Professional Speakers, Public Speaking Anxiety, Public Speaking at Work
I used to think public speaking meant standing on a stage, delivering a polished speech to an audience that hung on every word. It felt like something reserved for experts, for people with important things to say. It certainly wasn’t something for everyday life. But...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 24, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Mindfulness and speaking, Personal Relationships and Speaking, Presence and public speaking
Anxiety around expressing yourself—whether in conversations, relationships, or creative pursuits—can hold you back from fully sharing who you are. But what if you didn’t have to face this alone? One of the most powerful ways to overcome self-expression anxiety is by...
by Doreen Downing | Jan 15, 2025 | Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Mindfulness and speaking, Presence and public speaking, Storytelling
We all have stories—moments that shaped us, lessons we’ve learned, and experiences that linger in our hearts. These stories are deeply personal, and sharing them can feel overwhelming, even a little scary. You might feel a tug, a quiet voice inside urging you to...
by Doreen Downing | Nov 7, 2024 | Find Your Voice Blog, Mindfulness and speaking
When you look in the mirror, who do you see? Often, our reflection reveals more than just a face—it holds the story of who we believe we should be and hints at the person we long to become. If you’re someone who struggles with speaking anxiety or expressing your true...
by Doreen Downing | Oct 22, 2024 | 7 Steps to Fearless Speaking, Authentic Speaking, Confident public speaking, Fear of Speaking, Find Your Voice Blog, Insights, Inspiration to speak in public, Mindfulness and speaking, Presence and public speaking, Public Speaking Anxiety, Public Speaking Tips, Speaking to Groups
Speaking fear is something many of us know all too well—the pounding heart, the racing thoughts, the feeling of wanting to shrink into the background. But what if that fear didn’t have to control you? Mindfulness can be a guiding light in this journey, offering a way...
