Treat the public speaking fear

What is phobia or fear of public speaking?

The fear of public speaking, named glossophobia occupies a leading place in the world’s top phobias.

It is closely related to performance anxiety, generally known as stage fright or writer’s block. It comes from fear of not being judged and is the most common social phobia, as it affects almost everyone. However, how strong this fear is depending on the person.

Fear of public speaking can be a very debilitating anxiety disorder, and people suffering from this type of social phobia may feel that they are about to have a panic attack. These people tend to avoid specific situations in which they have to speak in front of a group of people, which makes the problem more acute. It is often the beginning of a negative spiral, as avoidance feeds fear even more.

The public speaking phobia can become a problem, and it can lead to limitations later in the career because people who have this phobia tend to avoid specific workplace tasks that involve speaking in front of a broad audience. Thus, colleagues who feel comfortable when giving a speech have a higher chance of being promoted.

Studies show that 88% of individuals with social anxiety suffer from fear of public speaking. If in ancient times, the oratory was of high quality only for some of the personalities of the time, today it is necessary for each of us to master it.