Stuttering is a disruption in the fluency of verbal expression characterized by involuntary audible or silent repetitions or prolongations of sounds or syllables. There is not one cause of stuttering. These are not readily controllable and may be accompanied by other movements or by emotions of a negative nature such as fear, embarrassment or irritation. Strictly speaking stuttering is a symptom, not a disease.
Many people have experienced anxiety when engaging in communication with others. When we experience this anxiety, we all engage in different strategies to cope with the uncomfortable emotional reactions to communication. Have you ever pondered on where this communication anxiety comes from?
Read MorePresenting to others is something that we must often do, whether that is in-person or virtual. Many people consider a presentation to involve a large audience and a PowerPoint, but this does not always have to be the case. Even a meeting to 5 people about a recent project’s progress can cause similar levels of nervousness.
Read MoreWhile working as a Leadership Coach and Mental Health Professional, something I have found useful that support people with developing their communication skills is a visualization practice.
Read MoreBreathing is an automatic function of the body which many people don't think about. It is one of the most important processes to sustain life. It is observed that a lot of people have inadequate breathing. Proper breathing is essential not only for a healthy body and mind, but also for a good voice and effective speech.
Many may experience difficulties with maintaining attention when they are communicating with others or trying to complete daily tasks. No matter what the cause is or what sort of difficulties one may be experiencing with attention, it can lead to many day-to-day problems that affect the overall functioning of the person. These difficulties can impact the person’s personal and professional life.
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