# 182. Why You Freeze When Speaking English (And How to Break The Habit)

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Podcast: [My English Matters](https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-english-matters-3533096)
Published: 2025-10-27T11:06:49+00:00
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## Resource

Do you ever go blank or freeze when it’s your turn to speak English? In this live session, you’ll discover why it happens and how to overcome it. We’ll also cover how you can speak smoothly and clearly, even under pressure. 🌿 --- ✨ Communicate with Confidence is now open! ✨ If you want to speak English confidently at work, reduce nerves, and express yourself clearly, CWC can help. It’s a 12-week online course for working adults, with practical lessons you can do at your own pace, plus Zoom coaching calls to practise speaking. We only open a few times a year, and the November 2025 intake is now accepting students! Go to myenglishmatters.com/cwc to sign up!

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