Overcoming Public

An uproarious and “utterly charming” (The Washington Post) memoir by a mailman in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, who found that working for the post office saved his life, taught him who he was, gave him purpose, and educated him deeply about a country he loves but had lost touch with...

If you have ever experienced stage fright and want a way to overcome that tense feeling, I would like to give you good news: this book will be a good investment. I will teach you a number of techniques that will not only help you prepare mentally, but that will also help you to start enjoying speaking in front of large groups of people.

You don’t need more confidence. You need less pressure. If you’re tired of being told to “just be confident,” this book was written for you. Comfortable, Not Confident is a practical, humane guide for people who are capable, thoughtful, and quietly held back by shyness—especially in moments that matter most. Conversations. Job interviews. Dating. Meetings. Presentations. Being seen. Instead of pushing you to become louder, bolder, or more outgoing, this book focuses on something far more achievable—and far more effective: comfort. Because comfort is what allows you to speak when...

Dr. Neal Nybo's "Public Speaking's Six Essential Laws to Overcome Fear, Engage Any Audience, and Deliver Extraordinary Presentations" is a comprehensive guide designed to transform anyone into a confident and compelling speaker, a "Fearless Speaker." The book lays out six fundamental laws: The Law of the Fearless Nobody: Anyone can become a great speaker. Confidence stems from thorough preparation, authentic connection, and a meaningful message, not inherent talent. It uses examples like Denzel Washington's character in The Equalizer and Po in Kung Fu Panda. The Law of Starting with Story: ...

An important account of everyday heroes fighting on the front lines of the overdose crisis, from the New York Times bestselling author of Dopesick and Factory Man. “Deeply reported, deeply moving” —Patrick Radden Keefe Nearly a decade into the second wave of America's overdose crisis...

Break free from fear. Speak with confidence. Live authentically. Do you dread social situations, overthink conversations, or constantly fear judgment? You’re not alone — but you can overcome it. In Overcoming Social Anxiety, mental resilience coach Jef Benson reveals science-backed techniques and proven strategies to help you conquer fear, boost self-confidence, and connect meaningfully with others — even if social settings currently terrify you. Inside this transformative guide, you’ll discover: How to calm anxiety and quiet self-doubt before it spirals The psychology of fear — ...

Addiction is a preventable, treatable disease, not a moral failing. As with other illnesses, the approaches most likely to work are based on science - not on faith, tradition, contrition, or wishful thinking. These facts are the foundation of Clean, a myth-shattering look at drug abuse by the author of Beautiful Boy. Based on the latest research in psychology, neuroscience, and medicine, Clean is a leap beyond the traditional approaches to prevention and treatment of addiction.

What if you couldn't speak clearly—and became history's most excellent wartime communicator anyway? Winston Churchill was born with a severe speech impediment. His "s" sounds came out slurred. He struggled with "r" sounds. He stuttered. Classmates mocked him mercilessly at school. Yet this boy who couldn't say "rabbit" clearly would become the voice that saved civilization—and win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Communicate Like Churchill reveals the extraordinary transformation through verified accounts and Churchill's own words: The childhood mockery that taught him to prepare more ...

Do you rehearse conversations before they happen? Avoid situations that make you feel judged? Replay moments long after they've passed? You are not broken — your brain is simply working overtime. And with the right tools, it can learn to do something different. Quiet the Inner Critic is a practical, exercise-driven workbook grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) — the most rigorously researched approach to social anxiety in existence. Written for anyone who has ever felt held back by fear of what others think, this book doesn't offer vague reassurances or empty affirmations. It...

Feeling stuck in your career? Do meetings feel like a minefield, or are your messages constantly misunderstood? "Communication at the Workplace" is your definitive solution. In this practical and immediately applicable guide, Phil Robert Lucky, a recognized expert in business communication, shows you how to transform your interactions in every professional setting. This isn't just theory; it's a proven roadmap to mastering the essential skills that truly drive career growth. You'll discover how to: Build Strong Relationships: Create authentic connections with colleagues, superiors, and ...

 In Speak!, you will learn to: conquer fear and gain comfort in public speaking; create and maintain positive impressions; be more natural and relaxed when making presentations; communicate ideas with clarity and force; sell ideas and inspire others; plan and organize professional presentations; speak to a virtual audience; and bring the audience into the conversation, don't talk them to death! 

The moving, playful memoir of Hans Rosling, Swedish statistics mastermind, researcher extraordinaire and author of the global bestseller, Factfulness, with Ola Rosling and Anna Rosling Rönnlund This is a book that contains very few numbers. Instead, it is about meeting people who have opened my...

"If I'm asked to make a speech, I'd just die". Have you ever felt like that or have you ever 'chickened out' of an important job interview or presentation, because you were so nervous that you simply couldn't face it? Well, don't worry. You're not alone. Even top performers and public speakers suffer from exactly the same 'nerves', but they know the ways to overcome such feelings and this book will provide the advice and the tricks they use to banish the problem forever. The book will teach you the most important thing you MUST observe before you even start. You'll learn tried and tested ...

Journey to the TEDx Stage - My First Talk is more than just a guide—it's an inspiring and comprehensive resource for anyone who dreams of stepping onto the TEDx stage and sharing their 'idea worth spreading.' Written by Dr. Harvey Castro, MD, MBA, an accomplished speaker and seasoned TEDx presenter, this book takes you through every stage of the TEDx journey, offering invaluable insights, practical strategies, and deeply personal reflections from his own experience. Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to enhance your public speaking skills or someone who's just starting to ...

Micro-Confidence: A Daily Approach to Overcome Small Fears How 5-Minute Practices Can Transform Your Public Speaking, Decision-Making, and Social Interactions by Maxwell Steinbeck Unlock your potential and overcome fear with daily practices that take just 5 minutes! In "Micro-Confidence," Maxwell Steinbeck provides a step-by-step guide to help you build self-assurance through small, consistent actions. This book is your gateway to mastering public speaking, improving decision-making, and building stronger social connections—one micro-habit at a time. What You Will Learn: Public Speaking ...

Five Trips chronicles Emmy Award–winning journalist Kendis Gibson’s personal journey through five psychedelic experiences, exploring the access issues faced by the BIPOC community in using psychedelics for mental health conditions, set against the backdrop of his challenges as a Black...

There's a gift inside of you that you may not realize. That gift is the talent to communicate. Sharing in a sales call with a new client, interviewing for a job, presenting in a board meeting or in front of an audience of strangers whether with two, 20, 200, or 2,000, they are all high-stakes communication platforms. How can you be authentically you? Mack's story will help you realize the hidden gift inside of you. Your life is a presentation, and you have what it takes to wow the crowd.

What if prayer could feel as natural as conversation instead of a performance that makes your heart race? For countless Christians, being asked to pray aloud triggers immediate anxiety—racing heart, dry mouth, and mind suddenly blank. You're not alone, and it's not a spiritual failure. In "From Trembling to Triumph," you'll discover that prayer anxiety isn't primarily a spiritual problem but a human one that can be overcome through practical, proven approaches. Drawing from both solid theology and evidence-based anxiety management, this compassionate guide offers a step-by-step pathway to...

In this provocative book, Ramesh Srinivasan describes the internet as both an enabler of frictionless efficiency and a dirty tangle of politics, economics, and other inefficient, inharmonious human activities. We may love the immediacy of Google search results, the convenience of Amazon, and the elegance of our Apple devices, but it’s a one-way, top-down process. We’re not asked for our input or our opinions - only for our data. The internet is brought to us by wealthy technologists in Silicon Valley and China. Srinivasan argues that we must think in terms beyond the Valley.

This audiobook is designed to help you improve your public speaking and presentation skills, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro.