My Fear of Public Speaking

@GovindaB (249)
Accra, Ghana
October 7, 2018 1:27pm CST
I have been a Chemistry teacher for 6 years now. I have taught class sizes ranging from 9 students to 100. Despite this, I still have a serious phobia for speaking in public, especially speaking before a larger crowd of teachers or even students. I just don't know where this phobia comes from. Neither do I know how to deal with it effectively. I need your advice dear friends. What should I do to overcome this phobia?
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@m_audrey6788 (58472)
• Germany
7 Oct 18
I also have problems speaking in public maybe because long time I have not practice speaking infront. I think you just have to focus on your discussion and don`t think of the audience. Think that they are just someone you want to talk it out on something Good luck!
@GovindaB (249)
• Accra, Ghana
7 Oct 18
@m_audrey6788. Thank you pal. How did you feel , your first time ?
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• Germany
7 Oct 18
@GovindaB I got nervous but in time it just got out of my system and naturally delivers it just like talking to a friend
@GovindaB (249)
• Accra, Ghana
7 Oct 18
@m_audrey6788 . I have hopes I'll get there someday
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@dya80dya (36481)
7 Oct 18
I have the same problem. They say exposure is the best solution. You have to practice more. If you have many friends speak to them.
@GovindaB (249)
• Accra, Ghana
7 Oct 18
@Dya80 Copied. I'll build up the momentum