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Is it normal to be scared of public speaking?

Yep.Totally normal

Yes, being scared of public speaking is very normal. Plenty of people feel nervous about being watched, judged, or losing their place when they speak in front of a group.

Absolutely. Public speaking puts you on the spot, and it’s easy to imagine everyone noticing every pause or stumble. In reality, lots of people get nervous—even people who seem confident at the microphone.

A little anxiety may ease with practice, preparation, and starting with a smaller or friendlier audience. You don’t have to love public speaking to be able to do it; being nervous doesn’t mean you’re bad at it.

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