All Ears English Podcast AEE 1337: Do You Freeze Up in Front of Natives? Our Advice to Ditch the Lizard Brain
Mar 26, 2020
Non-native English speakers often feel anxiety when talking to natives. The hosts share strategies to help boost confidence and tackle conversation fears. Personal stories highlight coping mechanisms like grounding techniques and using note cards. They emphasize the power of self-compassion to overcome mental blocks and introduce playful games to transform anxiety into creativity. Sensory awareness techniques help manage anxiety during conversations, encouraging mindfulness and presence while communicating. Practical tips ensure better focus and engagement.
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Coping Mechanisms
- Discover coping mechanisms to manage anxiety in conversations.
- Write down strategies and test them to find what calms your brain.
Grounding Technique
- Name objects around you to ground yourself in the present moment.
- This helps shift focus from negative thoughts and anxieties.
Present Moment Awareness
- If caught in negative thought loops, observe your surroundings.
- Describe simple objects to bring your attention to the present.