What is Stage Fright? How to Combat Stage Fright?

Stage Fright
Students often worry at the thought of making a presentation. In spite of having prepared well, nervousness can have a considerable effect on the presenter’s performance. Hence it is necessary that we overcome stage fright and nervousness in order to become effective communicators.

How to Combat Stage Fright
Most of us face the stage in jitters. However, by following some of the suggestions given below you too can overcome stage fright.

1. Be well prepared for the presentation. Because when you are well prepared you will be excited about sharing what you know with the others.

2. Recognize your nervousness and take deep breaths.

3. Understand that there is an excess production of adrenaline in your body when you grow nervous, which can actually help you get rid of nervousness.

4. Focus on what you have to speak on.

5. Practice on the first few lines of the presentation as it gives you confidence if the beginning goes well.

6. Start the presentation with a smile and try to maintain a pleasant face throughout.

7. Visualize yourself as giving the presentation. Positive imagination boosts one’s confidence.

8. Maintain eye contact as it helps you to relate to the audience.

9.  Rehearse the presentation before your friends and family.