New podcast out now: Presentation anxiety is rarely about the presentation. It’s your brain shouting “danger” when all you’re doing is standing up to speak. Drop a ?? if that hits home, or tag the person who keeps saying “I’m just bad at presenting.” Dr Lisa Tyrer said something I loved: CBT helps you notice the pattern, calm the body, and challenge the thought before it turns into a full panic spiral.
A few simple things can change everything:
Slow your breathing out to tell your brain you’re safe.
Notice 5 things you can see, hear, or feel to pull yourself back.
Ask, “Is that actually true?” when your inner critic gets loud.
And honestly?
You do not need a perfect talk. You need a human one.
A bronze-standard talk that helps people is still a win.
Save this for your next presentation, interview, or high-stakes conversation.
What’s the first thing your body does when nerves kick in?
#getgood #PresentationAnxiety #CBT #PublicSpeakingTips #GetGoodAtPresenting #NHSWellbeing







