Presenting and turning red

[moto_za]

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Hi,

I was wondering if anyone can provide me with information on how to prevent yourself from turning red when presenting in front of a group of people? This happens to me most of the time and I don't know why?

thanks

 

[moto_za]

anyone please?

 

[PsychMD2100]

Other than making you self-conscious, does it interfere with your ability to do work?

You could always practice presentations in front of a group of friends that you know well. From there, you can slowly work your way towards groups that you don't know as well. Becoming comfortable with presenting in general and the subject matter in particular will go a long way in helping to stop you from turning red.

As you know, turning red is a conditioned response. Like many things, it can be un-learned through desensitization.

 

[tncekm]

Give more presentations, and hope the room is cool.

 

[moto_za]

not ability to do work, but maybe slightly less able to focus as well

 

[DrMom]

duplicate thread in pre-allo with many more responses, so closing this one.

feel free to contribute to the open thread.