Putting yourself out there when you use your English is pretty scary sometimes. Sometimes, we are terrified about what other people think about our English abilities. The fear of speaking English can really hold you back! Today I am going to share some tips with you to help you overcome your fear of speaking English and learning not to worry about being judged or criticised by other people. In this episode, I talk about: - Why the fear is totally normal - How the judgement is unavoidable - What boxers can teach you about speaking English - Practical tips on how to reduce your fear Register for the small talk success workshop: ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/small-talk-success⁠ Check out the book: https://austinkleon.com/show-your-work/ Check out the full show notes here: ⁠https://www.britspeak.co/podcast/episode044⁠ Get the transcripts and support the show: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/britspeakpod⁠ Thanks for checking out the ⁠BritSpeakPod⁠. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favour and subscribe, rate, and leave your honest review on your favourite podcast platform! My name is Dan and I am a British English language coach from Sheffield in the UK. I help people who want to, or who already, live in the UK with their communication skills so that they can build a better life, a fulfilling career, and stronger relationships in their new environment. You can learn from me for free: ⁠Instagram⁠ reels and stories Weekly ⁠BritSpeakPod⁠ episodes My ⁠articles and blogs⁠ Download my free ⁠British slang guide⁠ I also offer paid services to help you build your communication skills: Join ⁠BritSpeak Success⁠ - My 1:1 coaching programme to help you succeed in the UK Try my ⁠Proper British Communication⁠ Challenge and learn how we really communicate in the UK. Enrol in ⁠BritSpeak Booster⁠ - Boost your communication skills and confidence --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britspeakpod/message