How I Overcame My Fear of Public Speaking (& you can too!)

This video is all about how I overcame my fear of public speaking to the point that it's now something that makes me feel truly unstoppable. 😉 I hope my journey helps you in some way!

Towards the end of the video, I discuss my top tips for public speaking! 💛 You ARE capable of smashing it on stage, and if you're utterly terrified, the best thing you can do for yourself is simply to do it more. It's impossible not to get better hey ;) lots of love x

Big thank you to NCS for kindly sponsoring this video! Just to confirm to you guys, I was paid to make this video, inspired by the "Feel Unstoppable" campaign! ❤️ xx
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Hi my name is Jade and welcome to UnJaded Jade! I post every Wednesday about varying topics I truly care about, from self confidence and veganism, to academic help and motivation 💛
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How old are you? - 18
What camera do you use? - Canon 750D
When did you start your channel? - 17th Feb 2017

P.S i love u. so much. thank you for finding me and for being here and for gifting me your time. you are so loved.

[amity]

I find it so strange thinking about the way confidence for students works. I remember being told I was a confident child, so therefore I imagined I would be good at public speaking so I took up any opportunity I could to speak. Even if I was a little scared I would always tell myself 'you'll be fine, everyone says you are so confident!' and I would just do it. I wish all children were taught to believe in themselves and their abilities from a young age

[MS-fyvk]

Every time some one says for me to speak out loud in front of EVERYONE I suddenly get dizzy and just stutter... or when I'm forced to talk to a random I'm challenging myself by doing NCS this summer.... Hoping this nuisance disappears soon.... I love your content and I will try an apply it and make use of it XD

[kiaramellett]

Really helpful video Jade. I saw a quote before "You only regret the chances you didn't take" and it's true for this topic. I used to hate getting up on stage, but last year I was the lead in a musical and in the beginning, I shook like a leaf every time I got up onstage, however in the end, I gained some of my characters confidence and I was on a high for ages afterwards. Always go for things because you will reap the rewards. X

[SherrySayss]

I really hope I can speak publicly one day but this is quite motivating and really relatable I really think it’s amazing you’re being open about it so people can relate to you and not feel as if they’re alone.

[oliviam]

I love you sm!! I'm stalking your channel because its so good and you give the best Advice I'm feeling confident going into this school year. Thank you! X

[nmm]

I want to do Law when I leave school and I have the passion for it but sometimes I think public speaking has been a bit of a barrier in my way of thinking I can get there. Now, I always volunteer answers and also take advantage of public speaking opportunities because sometime you just need to DO IT. Everything you said within this video totally resonated with me💗

[rheashah]

I love how positive you are, honestly it's so hard I don't know how you do it. Can you please do a whole video on positivity.

[yvette]

i overcame my fear of public speaking by doing a bunch of debates. if you aren’t confident, you just arent convincing enough
i think debates are a great way to practice because you get about ten to fifteen minutes to plan your speech. That really helps you get your thoughts together quickly and allow you to present your thoughts
i went to a debate competition this year and its literally the best thing ever
also!
i think talking slowly is also great. you aren’t able to hear the trembles as much and you sound a lot calmer!
I think hand motions are also crucial. it gives your hands something to do and helps express your topic! 💕💕

[kd-ytgl]

Brilliant video Jade! And thank you for having me on your live stream last night! It was great to speak to you!

[sararamalho]

I have social anxiety, and public speaking is one of my worst nightmares ever. I'm even terrified of something as mundane as eating in public, even with my friends. In some situations, I've managed to get used to the fear and survive through it, but public speaking is not one of them, and I'm currently looking into therapy. However, ironically, I do enjoy expressing my thoughts and opinions to others, written or spoken, but I've been too afraid. And I will be immensely happy when I finally am able to deliver the speeches I've been creating in my mind and not feel like I'm about to die. That is why, my dear, sweet Jade, I believe that, while your video alone won't help me get to that stage, it is certainly a valuable resource to anyone trying to improve in this area, and it has just made me even more determined to focus on that particular goal, to reach a more positive mindset, and I will definitely not let my mental illness get in the way of my dreams. Love you ❤️ And sorry for the lengthy comment xD

[teodoras]

Sometimes I catch myself avoiding work or skipping a new opportunity because I could potentially do something better with my time (which is usually not the case)
And when you talk about your life I feel like that's something you never do, you are always up for a challenge
That might be why you are such an inspiring person <3

[anagabriela]

How is this so well timed?! I've had trouble my whole life with public speaking and confidence, and I wanted to do something about it. Thank you so much for this! :)

[KimbobSaysRawr]

All of this is so true. When I started my part-time tech job two years, we had to present our prototype of the system every week or two. Part-way through my experience, my boss asked me to present my work at a conference, and it improved on my public speaking confidence so SO much, especially after having people come up to me afterwards to tell me how well I did. Ever since then, my confidence has been going up and up, and it's definitely helped by just taking every experience I can to speak publicly x

[lottsss]

You literally posted this at just the right time!! Tomorrow I have to play the piano infront of the whole school (around 500 people eek!) and this really helped calm down my nerves! Lysm! <3

[abz_rich]

Thank you so much💕 This video came at the perfect time and I relate 100. I struggle with anxiety but I'm using public speaking to overcome my fears.

[joshuaamberson]

[Gloating ALERT] I'm not going to lie, I love Public Speaking. My primary reason for this is probably due to my unhealthily obession of bestowing my knowledge and advice onto others.

Side Note: I did read a lot of Self-Development & Public Speaking books, so that's a major contributor also.

Book Reccomendation for Public Speaking: "How To Speak So People Really Listen" - Paul McGee

[jademcelvaney]

This couldn't have come at a better time! I am speaking at my church youth group on Friday night and have an overwhelming fear of public speaking. Thank you so much for this video, Jade :) Loved it xx

[ktill]

Awww. I feel you girl. Even I am scared of public speaking. Thank you for some tips.👍

[mollyduffy]

THIS HAS TOPPED MY FAVOURITE VIDEO OF YOU JADE❤️❤️❤️
I love you so much and you are an inspiration !!!

[kel_]

Hi Jade! I have an oral assessment tomorrow and I fear my hands will tremble. After watching your video I feel more confident now. Thank you for boosting me up!!! <3