Ajahn Amaro: Fear of Public Speaking-Mindfulness Exercises

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Fear of Public Speaking

Written by:

Sean Fargo

Updated on:

February 18, 2018

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Ajahn teaches us how different audience perceive, and why public speaking is terrifying. Our perceptions are unreliable, subjective and impermanent.

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We hope that through this video, you were better able to understand why public speaking is so terrifying and through that understanding, find your own unique way to muster through it and become a better speaker. After all, mindfulness is also about self-awareness, and this fear and being able to conquer it is one way of getting to know ourselves better.

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Sean Fargo

Sean Fargo is a mindfulness teacher and founder of Mindfulness Exercises, a global platform offering evidence‑based resources and teacher certification. A former Buddhist monk in the Thai Theravada tradition, he bridges contemplative wisdom with modern psychology to make mindfulness practical at work and in life. Sean has taught alongside Jack Kornfield and supported leaders at organizations such as Reddit, PG&E, and DocuSign. Through online trainings, guided meditations, and mentorship, he has helped thousands of educators, clinicians, and coaches bring mindfulness to diverse communities. Sean’s mission is simple and ambitious: expand access to authentic, science‑informed practice while cultivating compassion, clarity, and resilience. Today, Mindfulness Exercises serves millions with free and premium tools, empowering individuals and teams to lead with presence and purpose.