Nix Nerves: Pro Tip 5

Hold the caffeine

Talk about a practical and tactical solution to the public speaking jitters. Hold the
caffeine.

Coffee and colas serve to heighten your anxiety, causing you to become tense and
slowing the flow of oxygen to your brain. And, for what it’s worth, caffeine is a natural
diuretic—and that’s all I’ll say about that side effect before you step onto the stage
before your next presentation!