From Stage Fright to Spotlight: My Public Speaking Journey

I was getting an award at a Toastmasters meeting (Image by the author)

Public speaking. Two words that used to send shivers down my spine. As an introvert, the thought of being on stage felt like facing a firing squad.

But here’s the thing: I was tired of letting fear hold me back. Imagine my surprise when I discovered that some of the most confident presenters weren’t necessarily the most naturally gifted speakers. They were the…