Public Speaking Anxiety Quiz

Eight quick questions to gauge where your speaking nerves sit - and what actually helps. Takes about a minute.

Question 1 of 8

Nerves fade with reps.

Orai lets you practice privately, as often as you like, until the fear loses its grip.

Understanding public speaking anxiety

Glossophobia - the fear of public speaking - is one of the most common anxieties in the world, affecting the majority of people to some degree. The racing heart, dry mouth, and shaky hands are your body's ancient threat response misfiring at a friendly audience. The good news: it is highly trainable. Exposure, preparation, and a few reframing techniques reliably shrink it over time.

This quiz is a quick self-assessment, not a clinical diagnosis. If speaking anxiety seriously affects your work or wellbeing, a licensed therapist trained in cognitive behavioral therapy can help. For everyday nerves, the single most effective remedy is low-stakes practice - speaking often, in a setting where mistakes don't cost anything.