Sign up to save your podcasts
Or
Share 142 - But what if I freeze when all eyes are on me?
Share to email
Share to Facebook
Share to X
Share to email
Share to Facebook
Share to X
Or
142 - But what if I freeze when all eyes are on me?
“Cat, I recently FROZE, completely froze, when the MC introduced me to talk. I was prepared, I knew my topic, but my nerves got the better of me and I froze. How do I NOT freeze next time?”
That’s the conversation that has sparked this episode, and I’m recounting the advice I gave in a recent group call.
Freezing on stage is a ‘normal’ response - it’s part of the nervous system’s fight, flight or freeze response.
If you’ve ever frozen when asked a question, or about to present, or you fear you might, listen in to hear:
My simple nervous system regulation techniques for calming your nerves
How to engage in a useful and compassionate conversation with your internal dialogue (that is screaming at you when you’re nervous)
Why experiencing the freeze response is NOT a reason to never speak up again
How having a standard start to your presentation can help ‘jump-start’ you, even if you do freeze
- The mistake nervous speakers make that actually make their nerves WORSE
Other episodes mentioned:
7 - Overcoming 'Why Me' - how to manage Imposter Syndrome
33 - A deep dive into my Earn-the-Right framework in the Speaking with Impact workshop
Want to make a bigger impact in your world but your words, or your nerves, let you down?
Join my Impact Club to get the skills, confidence and advice you need. With two group coaching calls every month and always-on online support, it’s an affordable way to get top-level support.
Visit https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/courses/the-impact-club
View all episodes
By Cat Matson“Cat, I recently FROZE, completely froze, when the MC introduced me to talk. I was prepared, I knew my topic, but my nerves got the better of me and I froze. How do I NOT freeze next time?”
That’s the conversation that has sparked this episode, and I’m recounting the advice I gave in a recent group call.
Freezing on stage is a ‘normal’ response - it’s part of the nervous system’s fight, flight or freeze response.
If you’ve ever frozen when asked a question, or about to present, or you fear you might, listen in to hear:
My simple nervous system regulation techniques for calming your nerves
How to engage in a useful and compassionate conversation with your internal dialogue (that is screaming at you when you’re nervous)
Why experiencing the freeze response is NOT a reason to never speak up again
How having a standard start to your presentation can help ‘jump-start’ you, even if you do freeze
- The mistake nervous speakers make that actually make their nerves WORSE
Other episodes mentioned:
7 - Overcoming 'Why Me' - how to manage Imposter Syndrome
33 - A deep dive into my Earn-the-Right framework in the Speaking with Impact workshop
Want to make a bigger impact in your world but your words, or your nerves, let you down?
Join my Impact Club to get the skills, confidence and advice you need. With two group coaching calls every month and always-on online support, it’s an affordable way to get top-level support.
Visit https://www.impactfulpresenters.com/courses/the-impact-club
More shows like Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson: communication coaching for humble leaders
View all
HerBusiness
9 Listeners
Coaching for Leaders
1,460 Listeners
Mamamia Out Loud
590 Listeners
Chat 10 Looks 3
243 Listeners
No Filter
607 Listeners
Hidden Brain
43,470 Listeners
10% Happier with Dan Harris
12,521 Listeners
Politics Now
100 Listeners
The Goal Digger Podcast | Top Business and Marketing Podcast for Creatives, Entrepreneurs, and Women in Business
12,065 Listeners
She's On The Money
141 Listeners
True Crime Conversations
589 Listeners
The Imperfects
480 Listeners
Stolen Sister
242 Listeners
Listening Time: English Practice
581 Listeners
The Mel Robbins Podcast
20,707 Listeners