This document discusses glossophobia, the fear of public speaking. It begins by defining glossophobia as the fear stemming from the Greek roots "glossa" meaning tongue, and "phobia" meaning fear. Common physical symptoms of stage fright are then listed, such as a dry mouth, sweating, and increased heart rate. The document continues by explaining that public speaking is considered a greater fear than death for many people. It emphasizes that public speaking is a skill required for many careers and encourages overcoming excuses not to improve. Strategies are then provided for managing fears of public speaking, including understanding the audience's perspective, deep breathing, practicing presentations, and envisioning success.