Saturday, August 15, 2009

Day 9 [Challenge]: Speak in Public

Speaking in public is ranked as one of the most universally frightening experiences. Yet it also can be one of the most self-affirming and opportunity-creating things once can do. Not every public appearance need to be a state-of-the-union address. Just asking a question at a community meeting, "Is it my turn to bring cookies next time?" or speaking up while waiting in line, "Could you please remove your dog from my leg?" partially qualifies for sticking your neck out and is at least a humble beginning that pushes your comfort level a little.

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