LifeHacker had an interesting post about the power of mental rehearsal - the example is from a movie stuntman, but could easily apply to your public speaking:
"If you're ever nervous about going after a particularly risky opportunity (maybe starting your own business, climbing Mount Everest, or just pitching a new idea to your boss), remember this advice from a movie stuntman, someone who puts himself at risk regularly: Mentally rehearse until you see the situation perfectly."
Read the rest of the post here:
http://lifehacker.com/5897207/build-up-your-courage-by-mentally-rehearsing-like-a-movie-stuntman
Gilda Bonanno's blog www.gildabonanno.blogspot.com
"If you're ever nervous about going after a particularly risky opportunity (maybe starting your own business, climbing Mount Everest, or just pitching a new idea to your boss), remember this advice from a movie stuntman, someone who puts himself at risk regularly: Mentally rehearse until you see the situation perfectly."
Read the rest of the post here:
http://lifehacker.com/5897207/build-up-your-courage-by-mentally-rehearsing-like-a-movie-stuntman
Gilda Bonanno's blog www.gildabonanno.blogspot.com