Overcoming the Spotlight Effect: Embrace Your English Mistakes

In this episode of the Speak English Fearlessly podcast, I'll be talking about the common fear of making mistakes while speaking English.

I'll be looking at a great interaction and an experience in an open air theatre that I had recently to help me drive home a few key points with you:

• Manage expectations.
• Keep going even when you make a mistake.
• People don't focus on your mistakes nearly as long or as much as you do!

Listen in to find out what you can do when you make a mistake with your English.

Links mentioned:

All Eyes on Us: The Spotlight Effect

00:00 Introduction: The Fear of Making Mistakes in English

01:44 Understanding the Spotlight Effect

02:08 Welcome to the Speak English Fearlessly Podcast

02:47 Story 1: The Ukrainian Refugee

04:56 Story 2: Community Theatre and Embracing Mistakes

06:36 Lessons Learned: Overcoming the Spotlight Effect

09:42 Practical Strategies for English Learners

14:29 Conclusion: Keep Building Your English Skills