Tag: Hilary Blair

A single sunflower in the desert.

Guest Post: “You Survived”

This guest post was written in response to workshops that Hilary ran at the YSEALI conference in Singapore this past December.  Do you remember [a student] who

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Rehearse, Practice, Run It

So, it helps to practice. Got it. But what’s most helpful? Talk it – out loud – let your tongue practice wrapping around the words and phrases.

A collection of red and white bushes at the entrance of a home.

Curb Appeal

It matters what you look like. To say that it doesn’t is simply a waste of breath in an argument. Maybe it shouldn’t – you could

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Let the Voice Flow

Speaking should be easy. At least physically. Your voice is designed to flow without undo strain or stress. If it feels as if it’s hard to

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Slow Down!

Slow down! “You talk too fast. I can’t follow you.” I’ve heard this all my life. Admittedly, I’m still working on it and I have good