i have always had a hard time with talking real fast,..how can i slow it down?
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Hey I know they say I talk real fast, but if you listen real fast I don't have to slow down for you to catch up...........
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Do something and increase your self confidence.When talking don't too fast take your time and let the words come out.Those who laugh at you aren't worthy of being called friends.I know I had this problem too,still have it but not so evident.Hope this helps.
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I feel your pain--I was so shy when I was your age I would panic if someone talked to me, or a friend called me on the phone.  It was terrible.\n\nI am not sure by your question if you are wanting to overcome your shyness, but what I did was started reading books (back then we didnt have the internet) on public speaking, making friends, what to say in social settings, how to make small talk, etc.  I also read up on self esteem building, and many years later I feel comfortable in public settings, and also have done several public speaking engagements in my field.\n\nI am not saying you should NOT be shy or change how you are.  If you are comfortable with who you are, and your friends are not, then find friends who respect you for who you are.  I chose to overcome my shyness because it really was limiting my life.\n\nGood luck!  You have a great life ahead of you!
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Practice! Practice LISTENING to people and really hearing what they say. Seem very interested. Most people really want to talk, so be a wonderful listener.
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Scream a lot and whisper a lot. Those both stress your voice a ton. lol That's a funny question though! Good luck!
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you probably have a small mouth like me,take it slow and dont put too much in,it takes practice,good luck
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I would say try some tongue exercises, but that might tire you and make speech even more difficult. Still, it might help. If not, look at it this way. People who speak slower are viewed as being more intelligent. Just look at them like you are giving their conversation a great deal of intellectual thought, and they will probably think you are brilliant. \n\nSeriously, talk to your doctor about this and ask if there is something you could do. Perhaps there is therapy for this problem.\n\nGood luck.
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I can kind of do that... its all in the way that you deliver it, not actually what your saying. 90% of communication is nonverbal. Watch some people who do it, or comedians and see how they act, what they do with their hands, their voice tone, ect. Just keep practicing and ul have everone ROTFL. \nHope this helps.
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make sure it's not dragging...limit time for giving speeches. and get a very good emcee.
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TRY NOT TO ALWAYS BE THE ONE DOING ALL THE TALKING. GIVE OTHER PEOPLE A CHANCE TO SAY SOMETHING. LISTEN TO WHAT THEY ARE SAYING. BEFORE YOU RESPOND TO SOMETHING, CAREFULLY THINK ABOUT WHAT YOU R GOING TO SAY BEFORE YOU SAY SOMETHING THAT COULD REALLY HURT SOMEONE'S FEELINGS, OR CAUSE AN HONEST MISUNDERSTANDING. BUT THE KEY TO GOOD COMMUNICATION IS GOOD UNDERSTANDING. GOOD LUCK WITH THIS NEW PIECE OF ADVICE.
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I tend to speak too fast - I'm an impatient person & try not to interrupt people who speak too slowly.  I do, however, use proper grammar & sentence structure.  \n\nSide note: I type the same way: 75wpm.
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I would probably want myself to be a lot less quiet. I have probably missed out on countless friendships, relationships, etc. just because I can't summon up the strength to do so. Plus, I don't usually feel very compelled to speak. I have been getting better at making conversation with people lately, but I'm still very quiet in general...
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I'm not certain if there is a guideline for this or not, but I can tell you from experience that it is typical for a person to speed-up their speech, when in front of an audience. Sometime 1/3 again as fast as their normal conversational speed.\n\nSufficed to say, if you think it's long enough; it's probably not.\n\nttfn...Alan
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Practice your receptive skills by watching English t.v., I recommend CNN.  Watch actively in short bursts and listen to what is said and the way it is said.\nFor productive skills, in this case talking, find a native speaker if you can and converse with them.  Listen to how they communicate and try to replicate it.  If you already targeted your problem areas (making proper "l" sounds)= tongue curls up to roof of the mouth... find a book on phonetics and tongue positions and practice.\nGood luck.
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Yeah, stammering is definitely not professional, and will make people think you're unprepared even if you know you're ready. So, because its obviously caused by nerves, take a very deep breath. If you're still stuttering, pinch yourself lightly on the arm. This helps me because it focuses my attention on one thing and helps me feel more alert.
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From my childhood, I used to speak at express speed. Only my friend could understand what I talk. This created a lot of problems during my school and college days. I couldnt convey properly to my professors, they would not understand my speed. When I joined college, my only friend was not there to help me out. So i had to suffer a lot during my first year. No body in my class was that much interested in talking to me, because they wont understand anyways. and I had a tough time with my professors too. Then I had no other go than to slow down, which was like climbing mount everest for me.now that iam really at optimum speed, things are much clear to everyone.
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Have you tried Singing this helps with stammering as you use a different part of you brain to control your voice, than you use when talking. Also breathing exercises are very helpful and don't try to say every thing at once, just slow down and take your time there is no hurry.\nHealth, Peace and Happiness.