Have you ever felt like every time you speak English, it turns into a performance? The spotlight’s on you, the pressure builds, and suddenly even simple conversations feel overwhelming. In this episode of The Fluency Fix, we explore why confidence in English is less about perfection and more about presence. I’ll share a personal story from my own language learning journey, break down the “performance trap,” and give you practical tools like anchor phrases, tone, and reframing mistakes. By the end, you’ll see confidence not as something you wait for, but something you build—step by step, conversation by conversation. Want to take it further? The matching worksheet includes extended notes, fluency missions, and reflection prompts. And if you’re ready for live practice, check out my Confidence in Conversation lesson on italki.