The School of Speaking https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com Come and join the School of Speaking to learn all about how to deliver presentations, speeches and talks in a compelling, confident and charismatic way. We’ll not only learn how to best design and deliver your public speaking event, we’ll also learn about how to mentally prepare and manage any anxiety we may experience connected to public speaking. We’ll have interviews with expert speakers as well as helpful relaxation exercises you can do to help manage your nerves and anxiety. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:01:00 +0200 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Education:Self-Improvement 1440 episodic David Oswald David Oswald No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18693305/Apple_Podcast_Artwork_k4gg59.png The School of Speaking https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 10 - Sleep Meditation Episode 10 - Sleep Meditation https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-10-sleep-meditation/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-10-sleep-meditation/#comments Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:01:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/36cb180d-442e-3448-8992-1f2c5da35313 In this episode we focus on a guided meditation to aid your sleep. It's commonly known that we don't get enough sleep so maximising our sleep effectiveness brings a whole host of mind and body benefits.

]]> In this episode we focus on a guided meditation to aid your sleep. It's commonly known that we don't get enough sleep so maximising our sleep effectiveness brings a whole host of mind and body benefits.

]]> David Oswald false No 692 1 10 full Episode 9 - Gratitude Meditation and how it works Episode 9 - Gratitude Meditation and how it works https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-9-gratitude-meditation-and-how-it-works/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-9-gratitude-meditation-and-how-it-works/#comments Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:01:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/831478ed-d613-346f-b7e2-53502d2546e8 In this episode we will learn a little about gratitude meditations, why the work, what they do for us and we'll finish on a guided gratitude meditation.

]]> In this episode we will learn a little about gratitude meditations, why the work, what they do for us and we'll finish on a guided gratitude meditation.

]]> David Oswald false No 616 1 9 full Episode 8 Meditation to boost concentration Episode 8 Meditation to boost concentration https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-8-meditation-to-boost-concentration/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-8-meditation-to-boost-concentration/#comments Thu, 18 Jul 2024 11:39:09 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/cdcfc0d2-3ae8-3d33-a4be-28d6dba85df0 In this episode we will go on a guided meditation to help boost our concentration levels. So maybe you need that focus to work on something important, well this 10-minute guided meditation will help with that focus.

]]> In this episode we will go on a guided meditation to help boost our concentration levels. So maybe you need that focus to work on something important, well this 10-minute guided meditation will help with that focus.

]]> David Oswald false No 663 1 8 full Episode 7 - The science behind breathing exercises and 5 exercises you can do at work from your desk Episode 7 - The science behind breathing exercises and 5 exercises you can do at work from your desk https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-7-the-science-behind-breathing-exercises-and-5-exercises-you-can-do-at-work-from-your-desk/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-7-the-science-behind-breathing-exercises-and-5-exercises-you-can-do-at-work-from-your-desk/#comments Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:01:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/65479e29-4ffc-3f81-a567-65f4828a027e In the first half of the episode we'll look at what actually happens in your body when you are following controlled deep breathing exercises. And then to wrap up the episode we'll go through several breathing exercises you can do throughout your day at work which will help you focus, help you calm your mind and relax your body.

]]> In the first half of the episode we'll look at what actually happens in your body when you are following controlled deep breathing exercises. And then to wrap up the episode we'll go through several breathing exercises you can do throughout your day at work which will help you focus, help you calm your mind and relax your body.

]]> David Oswald false No 1110 1 7 full Episode 6 - 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise Episode 6 - 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-6-5-4-3-2-1-grounding-exercise/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-6-5-4-3-2-1-grounding-exercise/#comments Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:01:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/088cdcce-0a74-38d7-b7f6-0e7bf73ba777 In this episode we look at a technique called grounding to help focus your mind in the present moment and quieten the noise of all your other thoughts.

]]> In this episode we look at a technique called grounding to help focus your mind in the present moment and quieten the noise of all your other thoughts.

]]> David Oswald false No 777 1 6 full Episode 5. - Progressive Relaxation Breathing Episode 5. - Progressive Relaxation Breathing https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-5-progressive-relaxation-breathing/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-5-progressive-relaxation-breathing/#comments Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:01:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/c0d85ca6-636e-3a74-9f85-0f77819db22d In this episode we look at another relaxation and breathing exercise called Progressive Relaxation Breathing. In this exercise we not only focus on our breath but we also tense and relax muscle groups throughout the body. The combination of the muscle work and the breath work amplifies the feeling of relaxation and calm. You can do this exercise during the day, or even before bed.

]]> In this episode we look at another relaxation and breathing exercise called Progressive Relaxation Breathing. In this exercise we not only focus on our breath but we also tense and relax muscle groups throughout the body. The combination of the muscle work and the breath work amplifies the feeling of relaxation and calm. You can do this exercise during the day, or even before bed.

]]> David Oswald false No 777 1 5 full Episode 4 - Box Breathing to promote calm and reduce anxiety Episode 4 - Box Breathing to promote calm and reduce anxiety https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-4-box-breathing/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-4-box-breathing/#comments Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:01:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/ffc7f068-71dd-30bd-b398-a11af2fbe7d6 In this episode we go back to a practical breathing exercise to help you regain control of your mind and body by triggering the rest and digest response through a box breathing exercise.

]]> In this episode we go back to a practical breathing exercise to help you regain control of your mind and body by triggering the rest and digest response through a box breathing exercise.

]]> David Oswald false No 684 1 4 full Episode 3 - 8 Steps to Conquering your fear of Public Speaking Episode 3 - 8 Steps to Conquering your fear of Public Speaking https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/8-steps-to-conquering-your-fear-of-public-speaking/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/8-steps-to-conquering-your-fear-of-public-speaking/#comments Thu, 30 May 2024 00:01:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/be73e5a6-fa70-3664-b116-ee0c446df1d1 In this episode we look at the 8 steps you need to follow to help you overcome your fear of public speaking.

]]> In this episode we look at the 8 steps you need to follow to help you overcome your fear of public speaking.

]]> David Oswald false No 2238 1 3 full Episode 2 - 478 breathing to calm those pre-speech nerves Episode 2 - 478 breathing to calm those pre-speech nerves https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-2-478-breathing-to-calm-those-pre-speech-nerves/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-2-478-breathing-to-calm-those-pre-speech-nerves/#comments Thu, 23 May 2024 10:30:00 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/99d9f168-8923-3652-883e-a75c9cea60fa Welcome to episode 2. In this episode we will focus on a technique to help us to manage our nerves and anxiety. We've all been there; we're getting ready to deliver a speech or talk and the nerves kick in. Our heart rate speeds up, our body temperature rises and we might even feel sick.

This is the body's natural stress response, AKA the flight or fight. It's this response that has helped humans survive and thrive. You see, it's the body's way of protecting you from danger. But, when presenting or speaking in public, those nerves and anxiety can strip away your character and you become much less compelling and confident.

By using the simple breathing exercsie I'm going to go through with you, you'll be able to get those nerves and that anxiety back under control so you can free up your capacity to be the confident and charismatic presenter you want and deserve to be.

]]> Welcome to episode 2. In this episode we will focus on a technique to help us to manage our nerves and anxiety. We've all been there; we're getting ready to deliver a speech or talk and the nerves kick in. Our heart rate speeds up, our body temperature rises and we might even feel sick.

This is the body's natural stress response, AKA the flight or fight. It's this response that has helped humans survive and thrive. You see, it's the body's way of protecting you from danger. But, when presenting or speaking in public, those nerves and anxiety can strip away your character and you become much less compelling and confident.

By using the simple breathing exercsie I'm going to go through with you, you'll be able to get those nerves and that anxiety back under control so you can free up your capacity to be the confident and charismatic presenter you want and deserve to be.

]]> David Oswald false No 927 1 2 full Episode 1 - Diaphragmatic breathing to aid sleep Episode 1 - Diaphragmatic breathing to aid sleep https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-1-diaphragmatic-breathing-to-aid-sleep/ https://mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/e/episode-1-diaphragmatic-breathing-to-aid-sleep/#comments Thu, 16 May 2024 10:58:35 +0200 mtfgswp2j4.podbean.com/7142646b-13df-3c09-b025-41a7b7619855 In this episode of the School of Speaking Podcast we are looking at why a good nights sleep will help manage your stress and anxiety when speaking in public.

This exercise is best done when in bed and ready to go to sleep. Definitely don't listen when driving or operating heavy machinery!!

]]> In this episode of the School of Speaking Podcast we are looking at why a good nights sleep will help manage your stress and anxiety when speaking in public.

This exercise is best done when in bed and ready to go to sleep. Definitely don't listen when driving or operating heavy machinery!!

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