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Public Speaking Skills Training: Public Speaking Skills Training - Punishing Yourself for Mistakes
We all can accept that people make mistakes. Everyone does. You see, no one is born perfect. Good public speakers aren't born; they are trained. They are made. If you goof up in your speeches during rehearsals or even live on stage, don't be hard on yourself. And I especially warn you not to punish yourself! It is in our nature to make mistakes, and learn from them.
Forms of self-punishment you must refrain from:
1. Avoiding the opportunity to speak in public again
2. Entertaining self-limiting beliefs
3. Making disclaimers about yourself.
Unfortunately, many people give up after the first attempt which is usually what they consider an embarrassing moment. So they punish themselves by avoiding the opportunity to try again, and then they never grow as a person. Filling your mind with negative thoughts and self-limiting doubts is another form of self-punishment, which adds salt to the wounds.
I am quite certain that you wouldn't make destructive negative and critical statements to a friend or family member in the same situation. So there is no reason to fill your mind with any negative self critical thoughts.
The first statement you make to your audience is critical. It will basically tell the audience who you are. Speakers with low self esteem often make disclaimers at the beginning of their speech, making statements such as, "I'm not a trained speaker," "I'm not an expert," and so on.
This is like putting a gun to your head. Even if you think this is true, you must refrain from making such disclaimers because even though you are striving for people to expect less from you, in actual fact people will quickly develop a poorer perception of you. This will affect your credibility status long-term.
It is important to remember that public speaking is a skill that requires practice and experience. Don't entertain any self defeating thoughts or a negative mindset. Treat yourself like a friend in need - with compassion and understanding.
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