This document discusses managing speaker anxiety. It begins by defining anxiety and explaining that speaker anxiety occurs when one feels nervous about public speaking. It then describes common symptoms of speaker anxiety such as increased heart rate and sweaty palms. The document outlines different types of fears related to public speaking and explains the typical three-stage process of making a negative prediction, experiencing anxiety, and using that anxiety to confirm the prediction. Finally, it provides tips for managing speaker anxiety such as preparing thoroughly, beginning confidently, speaking clearly during the speech, and rewarding yourself after.