Category Archives: Toastmasters

Competing in a Toastmasters Speech Contest – Part 3

Posted on January 20, 2019 by lynnkelleyauthor

Are you considering competing in a Toastmasters’ speech contest? Last year I competed in the contest for the international category, which can be about any topic. The winning speeches are usually inspirational or motivational with some element of humor, but … Continue reading →

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What to Expect When Competing in a Toastmasters Speech Contest – Part 2 – Learn the Rules

Posted on May 29, 2018 by lynnkelleyauthor

In Part 1, I shared the final version of my speech, “Reduce Your Risk of Dementia,” which I delivered at the Toastmasters District 12 contest in Temecula, California on May 12, 2018. Wow, I’ve learned a lot on this journey. … Continue reading →

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District 12 International Speech Contest – Part 1 – What a Grandastic Adventure!

Posted on May 19, 2018 by lynnkelleyauthor

Grand and fantastic is how I describe my experience as a competitor in the Toastmasters District 12 International Speech Contest in Temecula on May 12, 2018. No, I didn’t win. Didn’t even place, but I did my best. I didn’t … Continue reading →

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Becoming a Public Speaker – Say What?

Posted on May 8, 2018 by lynnkelleyauthor

Public speaking? Me? Are you kidding? Almost four years ago I joined Toastmasters International to get over my fear of public speaking. Here’s a post about my first prepared speech: Stepping Out of the Zone – My Toastmasters Ice Breaker … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Learning to Juggle

Posted on February 24, 2016 by lynnkelleyauthor

  When I discovered all the benefits of learning to juggle, I had to give it a try and I’m so glad I did. It’s great fun and feels wonderful to conquer each baby step along the way. I’m in … Continue reading →

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How Sharp Are Your Senses?

Posted on November 19, 2015 by lynnkelleyauthor

My Monster Moon Mysteries series coauthor, Kathryn Sant (our pseudonym is BBH McChiller), wrote an interesting post on our Emblazon authors’ site yesterday. It’s all about the senses and quite fascinating. Check it out: It Makes Sense to Use All … Continue reading →

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Laugh and Live Longer

Posted on April 29, 2015 by lynnkelleyauthor

Welcome to Health and Wellness Wednesday. Perhaps you’ve heard the saying, “Laughter is the best medicine,” but do you know how important laughter actually is to your well-being? My fourth Toastmasters speech is about laughter. Here’s the video, but for … Continue reading →

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Stepping Out of the Zone – My Toastmasters Ice Breaker Speech!

Posted on September 1, 2014 by lynnkelleyauthor

So many changes are taking place in my life. One of those changes: I joined Toastmasters International. I have a severe fear of speaking in public, but this is a fear I must overcome to reach my goals as a … Continue reading →

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