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From Overthinking to Flow: Unlock Your True Speaking Voice
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In this episode of Soulful Speaking, we delve into the transformative power of breath and intention as host Lauri Smith coaches guest Eric Ayers.
Together, they explore how to move beyond imposter syndrome, embrace flow, and tap into the natural energy of authentic communication. Using her Intend, Align, Invite framework, Lauri helps Eric shift from overthinking to fully embodying his message. Through breathwork, energetic alignment, and real-time practice, Eric discovers how to deepen his connection with his audience and speak from his truest self.
If you’ve ever struggled with pausing, trusting your voice, or feeling fully present when speaking, this episode will give you actionable insights to step into your power.
TAKEAWAYS:
1. Speaking is about connection, not perfection. Replace trying to say everything "right" with meeting your audience where they’re at.
2. Trust yourself. Overcome imposter syndrome with a leap of faith. Trust in your knowledge, your energy, and your ability to serve the moment.
3. Your breath fuels your voice. Learning to breathe deeply and naturally can transform your speaking presence.
4. Pauses are powerful. Silence creates space for your audience to absorb your words and connect emotionally.
5. Energetic alignment creates impact. When you center your body, breath, and energy, your voice carries more resonance and ease and touches the audience in a different way.
6. Your five-year-old self knew the truth. Reclaiming the true voice you had as a child can unlock your most radiant speaking style.
7. Set an intention before you speak. Name what you want your audience to feel, then align your presence to embody that energy.
8. Movement and voice are connected. When you release tension in your body, your voice flows more freely.
9. The best speakers don’t "perform" - they show up as themselves. You are enough. You were born enough. Embrace the present moment.
About Eric:
Eric Ayers is an Alignment Practitioner and the founder of emc², LLC, where he artfully bridges ancient wisdom with modern innovation to spark profound transformation. His life's purpose centers on igniting transformative experiences in others. Through his signature "Align by Design" methodology, he helps individuals discover their authentic path, while his groundbreaking Sim | Rx™ approach revolutionizes organizational culture by harmonizing i
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Chapters
1. From Overthinking to Flow: Unlock Your True Speaking Voice (00:00:00)
2. Eric’s strengths and struggles: Knowledge vs. imposter syndrome (00:01:22)
3. Eric’s first speaking exercise (00:03:43)
4. The Magic of Flow (00:07:23)
5. Intend, Align, Invite: A simple yet powerful framework for speakers (00:08:31)
6. Exploring Breath, Energy, and Intention (00:17:23)
7. Breathing Dexterity (00:29:40)
8. Eric’s second speaking exercise: Speaking with breath and flow (00:34:13)
9. The surprising role of silence in creating a dynamic speaking rhythm (00:37:15)
10. Closing reflections & biggest takeaways (00:40:56)
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