Speak for Yourself

Part One

The Voice

A beautiful voice is a powerful thing. A versatile voice can persuade, excite or intimidate; it can be intimate, impress or soothe. Before we can get onto the content of your speech or the style of your delivery, you need to gain a mindful awareness and control of your body. Your voice, as I think of it, is more than the pitch, volume and pace with which you speak – it is your whole being. Gain control of your deeper processes, breathe differently, mindfully, and you can project your voice from a place of power. It will not just affect how you are received, but also how you feel about yourself. Standing, speaking and moving differently will change your self-perception in ways that are quite amazing; so amazing that I’ve gone ...