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 stakes feel high.

Unfortunately that oh so human desire for control can be the very thing that sets us up to freeze. 

(It’s our live performance Achilles heel.)

When we try to script every word, we get stuck in our heads instead of being present. The harder we try to hold on to that script, the more our words slip away.

So if you’ve ever told yourself, “If I can just lock in the perfect words, I’ll never freeze up,” take a deep breath and offer yourself some compassion.

Here’s the thing: 

Speaking isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection.

This week’s mini-episode of Soulful Speaking is all about stopping brain freeze before it starts—so you can shape your thoughts, gifts, and lived experience into something your audience can truly feel.

If you’ve ever worried about forgetting your words, this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform: https://voice-matters.com/podcast/

With love & passion,
Lauri

P.S. If this resonates, please share it with other loving rebels who need to hear it. 💛