There may be other reasons for a man's not speaking in publick than want of resolution: he may have nothing to say.
Samuel Johnson (1709 - 1784)
Could this be the reason so many people fear impromptu speaking?
"You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."
-- Buddha
Love this - I will file it - not sure where I can use it in my speaking, but I hope the opportunity arises. In the meantime, .... I can share it with you!!
Thieves respect property. They merely wish the property to become their property that they may more perfectly respect it.
G. K. Chesterton
"I don't know what your destiny will be, but one thing
I know: the only ones among you who will really be
happy are those who have sought and found how to serve."
Albert Schweitzer
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Self-expression must pass into communication for its fulfillment.
Pearl S. Buck
... and of course every speech or presentation is communication - hopefully even a conversation.
... but does self-expression need to turn into communication to be fulfilled? Can one express oneself just for the sake of creating something, for learning mastery? What about the value of a journal that no-one ever reads but that is so cathartic, and supportive of personal growth?
Am I missing something?
When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece.
- John Ruskin
The purpose of our lives is to give birth to the best which is within us.
- Marianne Williamson
“The foundation of confidence in virtually every field is preparation.” —Brian Tracy
Learning is not compulsory... neither is survival. - W. Edwards Deming
