Episode 8: Overcoming Nerves When Speaking English

How to Speak English Fluently and Confidently | Overcome Nervousness & Fear When Speaking EnglishDo you ever freeze or feel nervous when speaking English? 😬In this episode of the Peach Teach English Podcast, I sit down with Nwannekae Faith to talk about why so many English learners feel anxious when speaking and how to build the confidence you need to communicate fluently.You’ll learn practical tips, mindset strategies, and real stories from learners around the world to help you overcome fear, stop worrying about mistakes, and finally speak English confidently and naturally. 🌎✨🎧 Book a FREE Consultation: https://peachteachenglish.com/free-consultationThis episode is NOT sponsored. Some links below may be affiliate links.📚 Resources Mentioned:📖 Hello Talk App – https://www.hellotalk.com/📖 Tandem App – https://tandem.net/🎥 YouGlish – https://youglish.com📘 The Confidence Gap (book) – https://amzn.to/4nVVMrX📱 Connect with Nwannekae Faith📷 Instagram & Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/nnekyfaith/?hl=en🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nwanneka.eze📱 Connect with Frankie ( Peach Teach English )🌐 Website: http://peachteachenglish.com📷 Instagram: https://instagram.com/peachteachenglish🎵 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@peachteachenglish💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/frankiemesmer📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peachteachenglish📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PeachTeachEnglish⏰ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction and Welcome00:11 – Meet Nika: Overcoming Nerves01:35 – Understanding the Roots of Nervousness10:02 – Student Experiences: Facing English Speaking Fears18:36 – Importance of Overcoming Nerves22:47 – Strategies to Overcome Nervousness30:30 – Resources and Final Thoughts🍑 👩🏼‍🏫 Peach Teach English Services🗓️ Book a FREE Consultation: http://peachteachenglish.com/free-consultation👩‍🏫 1-on-1 Coaching Plans: https://buy.stripe.com/6oU6oGbaberH7BgbT90ZW0L🗣️ Join the Conversation Club: https://buy.stripe.com/14A3cu923cjz9Jof5l0ZW0M📚 Online Courses (Fluency Community): https://peachteachenglish.app.clientclub.net/communities/groups/free-community/home📬 Subscribe to the Newsletter (Substack): https://peachteachenglish.substack.com/subscribe📱 Join the WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hpj6MDohH3J1YCo1HNzP6F🎙️ About the EpisodeIn this inspiring conversation, we discuss:💬 Why people feel nervous when speaking English💬 Deep psychological causes of speaking anxiety💬 Practical strategies to calm your nerves before speaking💬 Mindset shifts to build lasting English confidence💬 Real learner stories about overcoming fear and growing fluency💬 Tips for mirror practice, shadowing, rest, and self-beliefWhether you’re shy, overthink every word, or just want to feel more natural when speaking English, this episode will give you the motivation and tools to grow.🎧About the Podcast:Welcome to the Peach Teach English Podcast! If you’re an intermediate English learner (B1/B2) ready to break through the plateau and reach advanced fluency (C1+), this is the place for you. You’ll find practical, engaging lessons to help you develop your vocabulary, advanced grammar, and listening comprehension. Whether you’re learning for work, travel, or personal growth, you’ll get the support and real-world practice you need to keep improving. Join our community and start speaking English fluently! 💛 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit peachteachenglish.substack.com/subscribe