A Little Bit Of Me | Lifestyle Blog by Charnita Fance

Meetings. For some of us, just hearing that word is enough to trigger waves of dread and anxiety. Our palms get sweaty, our hearts race, our stomachs bubble, and our minds go blank at the thought of having to speak up in a meeting. Source: Pixabay I get it. I've been there (still there, depending on who the meeting is with). I even take a stress-relief supplement  ( affiliate link ) around 30 minutes before a minute to help calm my nerves! As someone who has dealt with meeting anxiety for years, both in-person and on Google Meet, I know how hard it can be. But with some preparation and self-care, it is possible to get through meetings with less stress. Here are some handy tips for success. Prepare and Practice Half the battle is just being prepared. If you know what the meeting is about and have done some thinking about what you want to contribute, it will go much smoother. Jot down an agenda, main talking points, and any questions beforehand. I always take 10-15 minutes before mee...