Public speaking is one of the most common sources of anxiety — whether it’s giving a presentation, speaking up in meetings, interviewing, performing, or simply expressing yourself in social or professional situations. Even highly skilled people can struggle with racing thoughts, shaking hands, a tight chest, or a sudden loss of confidence the moment they need to speak.

If public speaking anxiety is holding you back, hypnosis offers a natural and powerful solution. At Sylvia Runkle Hypnosis, we help clients across the Quad Cities overcome fear, build confidence, and speak with clarity and authority by retraining the subconscious responses that create stress and panic.

Common Symptoms of Public Speaking Anxiety

Public speaking anxiety can show up in many ways, including:

• Rapid heartbeat or shortness of breath
• Shaking hands or tense muscles
• Dry mouth
• Difficulty thinking clearly
• Avoidance of speaking situations
• Fear of judgment or making mistakes
• Feeling overwhelmed or embarrassed

These reactions aren’t logical — they’re automatic. Hypnosis works directly with the subconscious mind to change those automatic fear responses into calm, confident patterns.

How Hypnosis Helps You Speak with Confidence

Hypnosis is one of the most effective tools for overcoming the fear of public speaking because it:

• Reprograms the subconscious beliefs causing the fear
• Calms the physical stress response (fight-or-flight)
• Reduces overthinking and self-consciousness
• Strengthens self-trust and inner confidence
• Helps you stay grounded, focused, and composed
• Builds new positive associations with speaking

Instead of feeling tense or panicked, you can learn to feel steady, confident, and fully in control when it’s time to speak.

Confidence That Extends Beyond Speaking

Confidence isn’t just about public speaking — it affects every part of your life. Through hypnosis, many clients also notice improvements in:

• Social interactions
• Work performance
• Interviews
• Leadership presence
• Personal relationships
• Self-esteem and self-worth

As your inner confidence strengthens, your outer expression becomes more natural, calm, and effective.

A Personalized Approach for Your Speaking Goals

Everyone’s goals are different. Some want to give better presentations, while others want to feel more at ease socially. Your hypnosis program is tailored to your specific needs, such as:

• Presenting at work or school
• Speaking on camera
• Leading meetings
• Interviews or auditions
• Social confidence
• Overcoming past negative experiences

You’ll receive practical tools and subconscious re-patterning designed specifically for the situations that challenge you most.

For the Quad Cities and Beyond

Sylvia Runkle offers in-person public speaking hypnosis in the Quad Cities, as well as virtual sessions for clients anywhere who want to speak with confidence and ease.

Book your free evaluation today to learn how hypnosis can help you overcome public speaking anxiety for good.