Stage fright is called as PERFORMANCE ANXIETY . It can be termed as fear that arises while performing in front of audience . It is common that stage fright arises merely due to anticipation of performance. This phobia is not a just psychological problem but also results in physical changes like profuse sweating, trembling of limbs, facial nerve tic, increases heart beat and erectile dysfunction.
Though Stage Fright seems a minor problem but it can ruin all the hard work and effort put to execute a job and even an opportunity to display ones talent could be ruined . So it is must to overcome "The Stage Fright".
Did you ever face Stage Fright?
Did you go down like a lead balloon or was inspired to perform better?
Just before the beginning, the complete focus should be on the job. You must know the stuff to be done and the one to be avoided. Nothing should distract you.
Deep breathe can help to relive from the tension . When afraid ,the body starts showing fight or flight symptoms and small light exercise like jogging, hopping helps to remain calm.
No one knows you better than yourself so take time and talk to yourself. Say to yourself .``I can do it``. Self motivation works only when you know your responsibilities.And think that nothing is impossible.
These are the drugs that are used to decrease the effects of stage fright. According to one study, "beta blockade significantly inhibited an increase in heart rate when performance was before an audience" (Klaus). But these drugs should be used under guidance of physician.
To stay in control during your performance ,to build credibility and to engage the audience there are some guidelines for effective speaking:
Begin with pause
Maintain Eye Contact
A moderate tone of voice
While performing a person should be comfortable,move freely and express emotion like He has put his heart on sleeves .One should talk directly to the audience and there must be a natural movements.
Another common way of overcoming fear is by considering yourself superior than audience. It gives boost of required confidence.
Mere speaking tends to lose the grip from audience's attention. This can lead to awkwardness in audience. The uncomfortableness results nervousness. So to avoid it , presenting audio visual aids helps in making concept interesting and the spectators more lively.
Nervousness and speech results in drying of mouth.Extensive speech results in lose of saliva thus drying of moth and lips occurs .So always keep water by your side and drink in sips when body needs.
Stage fright is normal phenomenon which is natural and controllable. Every person who has appeared before audience has experienced it. Dianna Booher , a corporate speech consultant says,``If you hear someone say he or she isn`t nervous before a speech, you are talking either to a liar or a very boring speaker``. By following few simple steps stage fright can easily be overcome . Below is a video of child who by inspiration from people around is able to overcome his stage fright.
Now did anyone of you have ever overcome the stage fright? How did you feel ? Was your feeling same as the picture below. Do share your experience
Here are few other links that will help you in tackling Stage Fright.
