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EPISODE · Aug 23, 2026 · 6 MIN

Public Speaking Tics and How to Fix Them

from Speaking Clearly · host Patrick

Do you squeeze your hands together or look down at your paper when you speak in front of a class?  In Episode 11 of Speaking Clearly, I talk about a club meeting I went to and the advice my friends gave me about my posture. When your brain is trying hard to think of what to say next, your body gets nervous.  In this quick daily practice, I try to look up at the wall, relax my hands, and speak using just a few words on a page.  I do not edit or cut out my mistakes because I want to show you exactly how I am practicing to get better every day. Say Hello: Send me an email at [email protected] to tell me what goals you are working on! Email - [email protected] - 2026 Patrick 

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Do you squeeze your hands together or look down at your paper when you speak in front of a class? In Episode 11 of Speaking Clearly, I talk about a club meeting I went to and the advice my friends gave me about my posture. When your brain is trying hard to think of what to say next, your body gets nervous. In this quick daily practice, I try to look up at the wall, relax my hands, and speak using just a few words on a page. I do not edit or cut out my mistakes because ...

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