Avinash Pandey

Fear of speaking comes from the natural protection system of your brain. Your brain is designed to keep you safe from danger. When you stand in front of people to speak, your brain sometimes thinks it is a risky or dangerous situation. It sends a signal to your body to activate fear so that you stay alert. Because of this, your body shows physical reactions such as fast heartbeat, sweaty hands, shaking voice, and nervousness. These reactions are not harmful. They are your body’s normal response to pressure. Fear also increases when there is a lack of practice and lack of preparation. When you are not fully prepared, your mind feels unsure, and this creates fear. Low confidence is another reason. If you do not believe in yourself, your brain assumes you may fail. Overthinking also creates fear. When you think too much about what could go wrong, your fear becomes stronger. Negative thinking, such as “I will fail” or “I am not a good speaker,” also increases fear. It is very important to understand that fear is natural. It is not a weakness. Every speaker, even experienced professionals, feels some level of fear. Fear only means your mind and body are preparing you for an important moment. With regular practice, good preparation, and positive thinking, your brain slowly understands that speaking is safe. As a result, your fear reduces and your confidence grows.

Fear while speaking is very common, and you must never feel alone or ashamed because of it. Almost every student and working professional experiences fear at some point in their speaking journey. Even great speakers who now speak confidently in front of large audiences once felt nervous, scared, and unsure. The difference is not that they were born confident, but that they trained themselves through the right method and regular practice. They understood that fear is a natural starting point, not a permanent condition. The good news is that fear can be reduced and even removed when you follow the correct steps. When you prepare your content well, your mind feels ready. When you practice regularly, your brain becomes familiar with speaking. When your experience increases, your confidence grows. Slowly, fear becomes weaker and confidence becomes stronger. You begin to feel calmer, clear, and in control while speaking. This transformation is possible for every student and every professional. With the right method, daily practice, and positive thinking, anyone can move from fear to confidence and become an effective speaker. Fear disappears when we face it with preparation and practice.

The campus of Babu Khem Chand Advocate Memorial Public School transformed into a vibrant wonderland for the annual Fancy Dress Competition, exclusively featuring its adorable Pre-Nursery students. The tiny tots dazzled the audience, stepping onto the stage as fruits, superheroes, community helpers, and even familiar storybook characters. The air was filled with giggles and proud applause as the little participants, barely tall enough to reach the microphone, delivered their short, rehearsed lines with remarkable cuteness and confidence. This event was not just a presentation but a delightful exercise in boosting early stage confidence and creativity, leaving everyone in attendance with hearts full of joy.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the school management and the organizing committee for giving me the wonderful opportunity to speak on stage during the exhibition and Fancy Dress Competition. It was truly an honor to address the audience and share in the excitement of witnessing our adorable Pre-Nursery kids perform.
This chance to be part of such a well-executed and joyous event was deeply appreciated. Thank you once again for your trust and for including me in this memorable celebration of creativity and confidence.

'थोड़ी देर' – आखिर कितने मिनट का है?

एक दिन, प्रोफेसर 'आराम-से' क्लास में 'थोड़ी देर' से आए।
घड़ीराम: (अपनी कलाई घड़ी दिखाते हुए) सर! आप 15 मिनट 30 सेकंड लेट हैं!
प्रोफेसर 'आराम-से': (आराम से बैठते हुए) अरे, घड़ीराम! मैंने तो बस 'थोड़ी देर' कर दी। तुम इतने टेंशन में क्यों हो?
यह सुनते ही घड़ीराम के दिमाग में एक खतरनाक सवाल उठा “यह 'थोड़ी देर' आखिर है क्या?”
घड़ीराम ने अपना रिसर्च शुरू किया। उसने प्रोफेसर से पूछा:
घड़ीराम: सर! क्या 'थोड़ी देर' गणितीय रूप से परिभाषित है?
प्रोफेसर 'आराम-से': (हँसते हुए) बिलकुल! देखो, 'थोड़ी देर' एक रिलेटिव क्वांटिटी है। इसका कोई फिक्स्ड टाइम नहीं होता। यह सिचुएशन के हिसाब से बदलती है।
अगर मम्मी कहती हैं, "बस बेटा, थोड़ी देर रुको, मैं खाना लगा रही हूँ," तो इसका मतलब होता है: कम से कम 30 मिनट और अधिकतम 45 मिनट। क्योंकि उन्हें पता है कि 'थोड़ी देर' में ही आपकी भूख 'बहुत तेज़' हो जाती है।
अगर आपका दोस्त कहता है, "थोड़ी देर में आता हूँ," तो इसका मतलब है: अगले जन्म में या जब तक आप उसे 5 बार कॉल न कर दें।
अगर आप खुद से कहते हैं, "थोड़ी देर में पढ़ना शुरू करूँगा," तो इसका मतलब होता है: पढ़ाई का टाइम खत्म होने तक!
निष्कर्ष: अगर काम मुश्किल है और आपकी दिलचस्पी कम है, तो 'थोड़ी देर' का समय बहुत बड़ा हो जाता है।
'थोड़ी देर' एक इमोशन है, एक फिलिंग है, एक अवधारणा है, यह समय की इकाई नहीं है। यह सिखाती है कि हर इंसान की समय की अवधारणा अलग-अलग होती है। अगर आप मज़ेदार काम कर रहे हैं, तो 'थोड़ी देर' 5 मिनट की लगती है। और अगर आप उबाऊ काम कर रहे हैं, तो 'थोड़ी देर' 5 घंटे की भी लग सकती है।"
इसलिए, अगली बार जब कोई कहे, "थोड़ी देर में आता हूँ," तो बस मुस्कुरा देना और याद रखना: इसका मतलब है कि वे अपने 'आराम-से' वाले यूनिवर्स में हैं!