Hello! 🥰 In this topic we deal more with emotions( psychology) than with language. I would give 2 advice: find a true, compassionate and encouraging teacher and just "speak"! Do it anyway!😃

Hi Deepa! I totally understand what you mean about being afraid to speak in a foreign language. First, try not to be too strict with yourself, don’t talk negatively to yourself, it won’t help you to get rid of the fear. Rather accept that most probably, you’re a shy person, an observer who takes time to speak up. Ask yourself, what exactly are you afraid of when speaking English? Write down your fears on paper and then try to think of ways of how to conquer them and write them down too. Another thing to remember, and I’m telling you this from my experience, is that the more insecure you feel, the worse you communicate because the brain sees the situation as a stressful one and that makes speaking English more difficult. You need to calm down, remember that the more confident you feel the better you can communicate. Hope that helps. I believe in you.

Hi Deepa! Great question! The best way to improve your communication skills is by being brave and talking to people. Some things that may help - 1. Don't worry about making mistakes, it doesn't matter. We all make them. 2. Think about some questions or answers or topics you might like to talk about and write down what you might say. After that, practice saying them to yourself. Record yourself on your phone and listen back to yourself. 3. Try talking about your topic or asking just one question, little by little you will gain confidence. Have fun with it. Much love and good luck, Alice