How to Speak Without Spitting Saliva

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Spitting saliva as you speak can be an embarrassing problem, but it is reversible. This article provides some ideas on how to reduce the possibility of this happening.

Things You Should Know

  • Take a moment to swallow before you speak.
  • Speak at a slower pace.
  • Practice speaking in front of the mirror.

Steps

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    This also helps with conquering lisps, stuttering, and most other speech problems. [1]
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    Self motivation is big in this. [2]
    • Saying affirmations loudly and hearing them has a powerful impact. [3]
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    This almost always eliminates most of the problem. [4]
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    Speaking fast always increases the risk of spitting. [5]
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    Always be confident ! Being confident and believing in yourself is the key to getting over any problem (except overconfidence). [6]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.asha.org/PRPSpecificTopic.aspx?folderid=8589935321&section=Treatment
      2. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-power-prime/201201/personal-growth-motivation-the-drive-change
      3. ↑ https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/affirmations.htm
      4. ↑ https://www.therabreath.com/articles/oral-care-tips-and-advice/how-to-avoid-spitting-when-talking/
      5. ↑ https://www.therabreath.com/articles/oral-care-tips-and-advice/how-to-avoid-spitting-when-talking/
      6. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/thicken-your-skin/201509/the-essence-confidence
      7. ↑ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0924224417300092

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