I've always been terrified of public speaking. I used to start vomiting right before Christmas pageants or other things where we were supposed to sing on stage in front of the parents. I got expelled from school a few times when teachers were determined to make me read in front of the class.

I really appreciate the courage it must take for you to speak in front of people given your fear of it. If somebody stands me in front of a crowd to speak, I'll pretty much lose the ability to breath at all.