Which of the following is an example of a way to channel nervous energy before a speech?

A) Keep the mind active by imagining all the things that could go wrong.
B) Spend two minutes at the beginning of the speech telling the audience how nervous you are.
C) Run around frantically to burn off excess energy.
D) Taking a slow, relaxing walk.


Answer: D

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