In this video, learn actionable steps to prevent stuttering and manage anxiety by priming your brain for smooth, confident speech. Discover techniques such as deep breathing, intentional pausing, and self-affirmations to activate the parasympathetic nervous system for improved clarity and control in speech. Explore the Pro90d CAR framework and more with me.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: Overcoming Stumbling in Speech

00:10 - Steps to Prime Your Brain for Smooth Speech

00:29 - How This Affects Your Brain and Speech

00:36 - Sympathetic Nervous System Overview

00:51 - Parasympathetic Nervous System and Relaxation

01:08 - Benefits of Activating the Parasympathetic Nervous System

01:26 - Daily Techniques for Parasympathetic Activation

01:51 - Step 1: Deep Breathing and the 7-7-7 Technique

02:19 - Benefits of Deep Breathing for Relaxation and Speech

03:00 - Step 2: Intentional Pausing to Improve Flow

03:14 - Using Pauses Effectively in Conversations

04:03 - Slowing Down in Daily Life

04:47 - Pareto Principle (80-20 Rule) for Daily Focus

05:30 - Reducing Overwhelm by Prioritizing

06:13 - Step 3: Soft Talk and Self-Affirmations

06:56 - Self-Talk for Daily Brain Priming

07:38 - Importance of Positive Self-Perception

08:22 - Priming Your Brain for Smooth Speech Flow

08:38 - Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk Examples

09:30 - Introducing the Law of Control

10:05 - Breathing and Affirmations to Gain Control

11:13 - Taking Control Through Proactive Speech

12:26 - Initiating and Facilitating Conversations for Confidence

13:17 - Preparing for Upcoming Speaking Events

13:45 - Visualizing Positive Outcomes in Speech

14:49 - VICRIC Tool for Relevance, Impact, and Clarity

16:44 - Priming for High-Pressure Speaking Situations

17:03 - Outro: Preview of the Next Video

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Ultimate Smooth Speech Self-Study Course: https://bit.ly/pro90d-self-study

7-Step Program: https://www.pro90d.com/7steps

🫂 Join Pro90d Virtual Speech Masters Club: https://www.pro90d.com/pro90dvirtualspeechmastersclub

📞 Questions? Book a Call with Me: https://bit.ly/smoothspeechassessment

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In this video, I dive into why you may experience speech blocks, anxiety, and brain fog in high-pressure speaking situations. Discover how the sympathetic nervous system and the fight-or-flight response impact your clarity and fluency, and learn practical steps to overcome these challenges for smoother, more confident speech.

Chapters:

0:00 Intro: Why Does Speech Go Out the Window?

0:23 Why We Lose Focus in High-Pressure Situations

0:35 Video Series Overview

0:41 Introduction to the Sympathetic Nervous System

1:03 Autonomic Nervous System: Functions and Control

1:20 Role of the Sympathetic Nervous System in Fight or Flight

1:33 Explanation of Fight or Flight Response

1:44 Amygdala’s Role in Protecting Us from Perceived Danger

2:14 Situations Triggering Fight, Flight, or Freeze Responses

2:33 Redirected Blood Flow Away from Prefrontal Cortex

2:55 Loss of Mental Clarity and Cognitive Focus

3:10 How Shallow Breathing and Tension Affect Speech

3:21 Impact on Speaking System: Tension and Dry Mouth

3:47 Prioritizing Survival Over Communication

3:59 Sympathetic Nervous System and Amygdala Management

4:09 Realizing Lack of Physical Danger in Speaking Events

4:20 Destructive vs. Constructive Response in Speaking

4:52 Role of Past Negative Experiences in Anxiety

5:13 The Brain’s Pattern Recognition and Efficiency

5:33 Building Anticipatory Anxiety

5:59 Interrupting Negative Patterns for New Responses

6:28 Influence of Environment on Speaking Performance

6:48 Distractions and Environmental Challenges

7:05 Speaking Anxiety and Audience Size

7:15 Status and Authority as Environmental Factors

7:46 Internal and External Environmental Stressors

7:59 Thoughts and Self-Talk Leading to Anxiety

8:09 Influence of Pre-Speaking and In-the-Moment Thoughts

8:42 Common Speaking Fears and Their Triggers

9:23 Transition to Solution-Based Practices in Next Video

9:38 Preparing to Prime Your Brain for Smooth Speech

10:11 Using the Parasympathetic Nervous System for Calm

10:29 Overview of Upcoming Practices and Techniques

10:53 Practicing for Calm, Confidence, and Clarity

⚡️ 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐔𝐒:

👉 Website: https://www.pro90d.com/

👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_speechcoach/

👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pro90dsmoothspeech

👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwilliamspro90d/

👉 Email: support@pro90d.com

✅ Explore the Pro90d Smooth Speech Programs:

Private Laser-Focused Coaching: https://bit.ly/laser-focused-coaching-michael

Ultimate Smooth Speech Self-Study Course: https://bit.ly/pro90d-self-study

7-Step Program: https://www.pro90d.com/7steps

🫂 Join Pro90d Virtual Speech Masters Club: https://www.pro90d.com/pro90dvirtualspeechmastersclub

📞 Questions? Book a Call with Me: https://bit.ly/smoothspeechassessment

🌐 Visit Our Website for More Information: www.pro90d.com

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