In today's episode, I want to talk about a very helpful idea for your English and your life.

How to be more aware when speaking English.

Because being aware helps you feel more confident.

Hi, I'm Georgiana, and I'm back with a new episode of the Speak English Now podcast.

The podcast that helps you speak English fluently with no grammar and no textbooks.

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What does being aware mean?

Being aware means that you notice what's happening, inside of you and around you.

You stop and ask, how do I feel right now?

What is my body doing? Am I breathing fast or slow? Am I nervous or tired or relaxed?

Most people never ask these questions. They feel nervous or scared, and they don't even notice.

They just react quickly.

They don't stop.

They don't breathe.

But when you stop for a moment, just one moment, and notice what's happening, you feel more calm,

you feel more clear, and you feel more confident.

Why is it important?

Let's say you're in a conversation. Maybe it's a work meeting, or maybe someone

asks you a question in English. You want to answer, but suddenly you feel strange, you feel

nervous, and don't know why.

Maybe your hands feel cold.

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