Lets them know that you're talking to them, and your mannerisms help give them additional conversational information
How does sitting up straight help?
Sitting up straight helps with breath support and clarity.
How does slow rate help?
Talking with a slower rate will give your tongue, lips, and teeth time to "get into position" while giving your listeners more time to process your words
How does opening your jaw wider help?
Opening your jaw wider will help you articulate all your speech sounds precisely, especially vowels
How does pausing and phrasing help?
Pausing at natural points in conversations (eg. commas, periods) helps slow the rate of speech and makes the speech flow more naturally.
What are two strategies that have to do with speed?
1. Speak slower 2. Pausing and phrasing
How does exaggerating your sounds help?
It makes your speech more clear
How does increased volume help?
Stronger voices with controlled air flow ensure you have enough breath to finish your though, so you're not racing to get your words out.
What are two strategies that have to do with breath support?
1. Taking deep breaths 2. Sit up straight
How does taking deep breaths help?
Taking deep "belly" breaths during your pauses helps give you a strong well-supported sound.
What are two strategies that have to do with your mouth?
1. Exaggerate your sounds 2. Open your jaw
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