Do you fear speaking in front of the audience? Does the thought of giving a presentation make you nauseated? Do you avoid talking to your boss or other people in authority? Do you get anxious and have a racing heart, blushing face, or shaky hands when you speak in front of others? Do you think you should be much further ahead in your career and social life if you were able to be comfortable and confident while speaking in public? Do you avoid telling stories and being the center of attention in social gatherings? Do you see yourself in any of these? Check out the following test. Rate each item on a scale of 1 to 5. Food for thought: Do you think people who are naturally introverted are more affected by this fear? Share your thoughts in the comment section below 👇 What is the fear of public speaking? It’s the fear of being criticized, embarrassed, humiliated, or negatively judged. People often worry that they might come across as rude, unintelligent, boring, or awkward. The...
Wow!! That was the first word that came to my mind when I saw the entries for Writing Contest VI, themed “Breaking Free.” When I first announced the theme, I honestly wondered if I’d made it too difficult. Entries weren’t coming in at first, and I started thinking, “Oh no… maybe people aren’t feeling this one.” But then… right before the deadline, the stories started pouring in, and every single one was top-notch. The depth, creativity, and emotional honesty blew me away. So first, a big thank you to everyone who took part..Marine, Aarya, Anonymous Writer, LemonAfterLove, Bruce, and yes, me too (extra thanks to myself for hosting it) 😅. You all made this one of the most meaningful contests we’ve ever had. And now, we have a winner. Bruce and “Born Free” Above all, Bruce’s entry captured people’s hearts and emerged as the winner of this competition. Now, a few words about Bruce himself. He’s one of our community admins, calm, thoughtful, and always ready to handle any situation with c...
In our ever-growing FluentEnglish Community, talent flows in every direction - but every now and then, a story shines so brightly that it pulls all eyes toward it. For the May Writing Contest, that story was Unplanned Date , written by our very own @Laxman. This charming and emotionally engaging story captured the essence of surprise, connection, and how the best moments in life often arrive…uninvited. About Laxman: Laxman has been an active and supportive member of the FluentEnglish Community. Known for his witty one-liners and comic strips, thoughtful feedback, his programming skills, and eagerness to improve, he has become one of the most important members of our community This was his first time submitting a story to the writing contest - and what a debut it turned out to be! The Winning Story: Unplanned Date “Okay, that’s it for today. You have to complete these assignments by next week… nothing too significant, but make sure your answers are clear and precise. U...
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