Reflections

Think memorizing every word will save you from brain freeze? Think again. Brain freeze doesn’t just happen in the moment—it starts long before we ever step up to the mic. It starts with how we prepare. It’s human nature to try to control things—especially when the...

Have you ever caught yourself mid-sentence thinking, “Am I even making sense?”That’s exactly where Eric Ayers was as he stepped into his live coaching session on Soulful Speaking. Despite years of research and deep knowledge, imposter syndrome kept creeping in....

When I was a kid growing up in Southern California, I lived for popsicles on hot summer days. I’d eat them as fast as I could—until the inevitable brain freeze hit. That sudden, icy grip that stopped me in my tracks. As it turns out, the same thing can happen in...

Life has a funny way of guiding us toward what we need most. 🌬️ Sometimes with a whisper.💫 Sometimes with a nudge.💥 Sometimes with a shove.  There’s a quote or two about that. Maybe you’ve heard this one:"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was...

Most of us are taught that public speaking is a monologue—a solo performance that puts all the pressure on us to entertain, inform, or inspire. But here’s the truth: Speaking that truly connects isn’t about delivering from a podium; it’s about sharing an experience....

Have you spent most of your life as the person behind the person? If you’re suddenly feeling called (or downright pushed) by the Universe to step into the spotlight ... You are not alone. Emily McGregor is a creative powerhouse who’s spent over 20 years calling the...

In honor of Valentine’s Day this week, let’s get intimate …   20 years ago, my acting teacher took my breath away with these words:  “Part of you wants to be seen.”  At the time, I was in a swirling love-hate relationship with being seen. I wore a...

Have you ever felt like you had to tone down your quirks to fit in? A seeker at heart, Eric Ayers spent much of his life trying to do just that.  Without realizing it at the time, questions like … ➡️ What do I need to say?➡️ Who do I need to be?➡️ What voice...

Have you felt that tug deep within - a call to share your voice, your message, your truth - and then quickly thought, “I’m not a speaker”? You are not alone. We’ve been taught to think that “speakers” fit one specific mold: buttoned-up, polished, and standing on a...