Rather than thinking, "I know I'll mess

up doing my presentation," Olga has
learned to substitute a more positive
thought—"My audience will like and
value what I have to say".

What method
is Olga using to minimize her
presentation speaking anxiety?a. Preparation
b. Cognitive restructuring
c. Systematic desensitization
d. Visualization
e. Skill building


b

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