We winterize our cars, our homes, our wardrobes, and even our kitchen pantries.
But do you know how to winterize your voice?
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Claim your right to speak. Now.
We all hide. Even the most brazen of us sometimes don’t want to be fully seen (or, as the case may be, heard). So let’s just acknowledge that normal occurrence.
It’s natural to “pull your punches”, or commit less than 100% to what you are saying, if there is any modicum of doubt around your content, or how you think it will be perceived.
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Listen up: The secret weapon of the great speaker
Most people want to show up as authentic and genuine. Part of this perception comes from what we say, and part from what we do. In communication, we often overlook the vital role of listening.
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Calm your body and mind in two minutes
Inhale for 4 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds. Do this for two minutes.
That’s it.
Now let’s talk about why that works.
continue readingVideo: How to manage stage fright
I teach voice and dialects at a training center called Acting Studio Chicago. They recently asked me to turn my blog post Kick “stage fright” to the curb in three simple steps into a 1 minute teacher tip video.
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Does the sound of your voice make you cringe?
I certainly hope your answer is “no”, but if you don’t like the sound of your voice you are not alone. And there’s a reason for that.
As a voice coach and therapist, making audio recordings of clients is a common tool. The vast majority of people, upon hearing their voice played back, have a negative response.
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