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How to STOP Negative Anticipation Before Speaking | Overcome Speech Anxiety | Stop Stuttering

How to STOP Negative Anticipation Before Speaking | Overcome Speech Anxiety | Stop Stuttering

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 📘 Download the FREE 7 Strategies & Affirmations Guide here: ⁠⁠https://www.pro90d.com/7-strategies-to-slow-down-youtube⁠Do you ever find yourself worrying before you even start speaking — anticipating that you might get stuck, blocked, or judged? In this video, Michael Williams and Farrukh Mehdi break down negative anticipation — what it is, why it happens, and how to rewire your brain to stop it. You’ll learn how to use simple tools like slowing down, breathing, self-talk, and affirmations to activate calm, confidence, and control in any speaking situation. Watch till the end to learn practical strategies for eliminating worry and speaking smoothly, clearly, and confidently.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Introduction2:19 What Is Negative Anticipation?4:10 Worry vs. Anxiety vs. Anticipation10:00 Breaking the Loop Through Awareness13:00 How to Control Breathing, Pace, and Body Language19:00 The Science: Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic System21:00 Why Slowing Down Activates Calm26:30 How Affirmations Rewire Your Thoughts36:00 Michael’s “Attention” Story45:00 The VIC-RIC Mindset Shift51:00 How to Stay Present and Reduce Worry57:00 Visualizations and Practice Before Speaking1:05:00 How to Evaluate and Celebrate Progress1:10:00 Building Confidence and Long-Term Habits1:32:00 Closing & Next Steps👉 Click Here to continue your progress: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn_yLYhu_kBfkgfXLwKBJ1mJ9yyunKEC3⁠📘 Download the FREE 7 Strategies & Affirmations Guide here: https://www.pro90d.com/7-strategies-to-slow-down-youtube🎧 Want to rewire your speech on autopilot? Get the full Affirmations Audio Bundle here: ⁠⁠https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1758136096023s⁠⁠👨🏽‍🏫 Private Coaching → ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pro90d.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Work 1-on-1 with a coach for a fully personalized experience. This is the fastest and most customized path to smooth, confident speech — ideal if you want deeper feedback, structure, and support.✨📚 Self-Paced Program → ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pro90dsmoothspeechsystem.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Access the complete Pro90D system online and move at your own pace. It’s perfect if you’re self-motivated and prefer flexibility.🗣️ Virtual Speech Masters Club → ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pro90d.com/pro90dvirtualspeechmastersclub⁠⁠⁠⁠Practice your speaking skills live in a safe, supportive group environment. You’ll get feedback, build confidence under pressure, and stay consistent.🤝✅ Ready to take the next step?📅 Book your free 15-minute speech assessment here:👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pro90d.com/free-15-minute-assessment⁠🗣️ About This Channel — Pro90D Smooth Speech System Welcome to the Pro90D Smooth Speech System — a proven, science-based approach to help you speak smoothly, calmly, clearly, and confidently in any situation. Whether you stutter, speak too fast, or struggle with public speaking anxiety, you’ll learn the tools, habits, and mindset to transform your speech and your life.Learn more at 👉⁠ https://www.pro90d.com/#SmoothSpeech #publicspeakingconfidence #overcominganxiety #pro90d #calmcommunication #speechanxiety #speechtherapyathome negative anticipation, public speaking anxiety, how to stop worrying before speaking, smooth speech training, stuttering help, speaking with confidence, calm speaking tips, pro90d system, Michael Williams speech coach, slow down to speak clearly
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