Fluent Speaking: A Skill Anyone Can Learn

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Have you ever seen someone being interviewed where their answers flowed so naturally? I used to wonder how that was possible. Aren't they nervous at all?

Personally, when someone asks me questions about myself or other things, my mind goes blank. My mouth wants to answer, but my brain seems to freeze for a moment. It's like there's a short pause before the words come out.

This is normal, our brains need time to form the right sentences. Sometimes we want to give the perfect answer, which makes us even more panicked.

Fluent speaking is not just a talent, but a habit. Some people often talk to many others, so they practice every day without realizing it. Others are accustomed to giving presentations at school, so their nervousness when speaking in front of people gradually decreases. And there are those who deliberately train themselves, such as practicing answering questions in front of a mirror or conducting mock interviews.

When you think about it, speaking ability is just like any other skill. People who are good at cooking are good at it because they spend a lot of time in the kitchen. People who are good at sports are good at it because they exercise regularly. So, people who are good at speaking are good at it because speaking has become a habit for them.

The more we practice, the more our brains get used to finding the right words. It's just like when we read a lot, vocabulary comes more easily when we need it. So, instead of comparing ourselves to others, it might be better to focus on our own growth process.

Start learning simple ways to build confidence when speaking. For example, remember that it's okay to pause for a moment before answering. Sometimes we feel we have to be quick, when in fact others appreciate slow but clear answers more.

When you think about it, speaking fluently is not about appearing perfect. It's about recognizing yourself. It's about accepting that we are still learning, and that's normal. No one expects us to be immediately proficient. And every experience, no matter how small, always adds to our courage.

Perhaps if we still draw a blank when asked a question today, one day we will be able to answer more calmly. This process is slow, but sure. The important thing is that we keep practicing, one moment at a time, while believing that we are developing a little better than yesterday. 

Everyone has a starting point, and there is no limit to when we must be proficient.