Thanks for the input. I know it's probably better not to take it. The only reason I'm considering it is that I've had experiences where I can give presentations pretty comfortably and some where I am just hopeless. It's so random. I usually always feel fine until that last 3 seconds before I start talking - mind goes crazy with negative self talk.

I can see it both ways. But I do agree that if I didn't take it, I would be able to experience the thrill of overcoming the anxiety much more vividly.

Perna- I do like my speech subject a lot. I'm talking about one of the elite runners that I idolize. But I always have the impression that no one else gives a **** about what I'm talking about. I know, in reality, they're just thinking "omg I have to go up there soon," but I still feel stupid when I'm up there talking.

We'll see how it goes tomorrow!