Hmmmm? Pre-stage fright...

[CrimsonFox]

Okay everyone, I was just thinking about something.
See if you can answer this :confused:

Back when I was in high school and now in college, whenever I have to do an oral presentation in front of the class on a certain date, I get all nervous and anxious. On the day when I have to do the presentation, I still feel the nervousness inside me until it is my turn. When I go up in front of the class and present, all my nervousness goes away and I do the presentation with no problem (well, I may talk a little fast).

Here's an example
I remember my first presentation I did last year in my psychology class. We were in a somewhat mini version of an auditorium filled with students. I remember counting the days when it was my turn to do the presentation (had to inform the class about how creativity and intelligence is different in persons). Anyway, when it was the day to present, I went up in front of everyone and did my presentation with ease. Some others who had their presentation on the same day as me did not show up - go figure :rolleyes:

My question is, why do I lose my nervousness when I'm presenting (sometimes) while the days leading up to the presentation, I'm scared as hell?

[Standingtall]

I'm very much the same way. I just can't wait, and I don't want to be in the same room waiting. I just want to go up there and get er done! Maybe, I lack the patience, or that I know I'll be fine after the presentation, that is why the burst of courage. Good question, I think I should really think about the quality of my presentation and how I give it. You know, can everybody hear me and stuff.

[Perad]

I know what you mean, i think it is a combination of determination and knowing what you want to say. Its like if i am really into something i could talk about it all day without much difficulty. I just seem to get a confidence boost when i know what i have to say is interesting and well formed.