# 185. Start Speaking Without Hesitation: Techniques to Reduce Pauses and Self-Doubt

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Podcast: [My English Matters](https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-english-matters-3533096)
Published: 2025-12-19T08:33:36+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myenglishmatters/episodes/185--Start-Speaking-Without-Hesitation-Techniques-to-Reduce-Pauses-and-Self-Doubt-e3cioet
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## Resource

If you often hesitate, pause too long, or doubt yourself while speaking English, this session is for you. You’ll learn simple, practical techniques to reduce hesitation, manage pauses confidently, and speak more smoothly in real-time conversations. To learn even more with us, make sure to sign up to our FREE course, Speaking with Confidence. Go to myenglishmatters.com/subscribe to sign up!

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