“Conquering Math Anxiety”

Informative Group Speech

Math is a despicable subject to tackle. In all walks of life, math is convoluted. Another hurdle to
overcome is Math Anxiety. As pointed out by Robert Ahdoot, this kind of anxiety is debilitating and can
hinder academic and professional success. Ultimately, limiting one’s potential. On the other hand, there
is a way to ease “the anxiety”. Preparation, Confidence, and Fun/ Optimism are the keys to our conquest
over Math.

Many students fear math, but with effort and confidence, we can overcome this. Building a strong math
foundation is crucial, and consistent practice is key. Dedicate time, explore real-world applications, seek
help, and stay curious. Through diligent preparation, unwavering optimism, and unwavering confidence,
we not only conquer our fear of math but also empower ourselves to excel and thrive in every facet of
life.

The first thing that we need to establish is “Math is Hard”. Do you guys agree? Banha na, oh lage,
math is hard but we know that it can be learned. For this part we will emphasize the importance of
preparation in terms of conquering math anxiety.

Bwa ha ha, your right! Heavy eye bags? Massive pimples and a haggard face? These are just the few
evidences that show how well prepared I am for this Math class, and anxiety? It’s the one who is scared
of me! Bwa ha ha! (Wink tapos sabay gisi sa printed nga nawng ni brix nga gapakita ug anxiety tungod sa
math)

Here is levy. He is a student who you may consider fully prepared. He has excellent fundamental
knowledge of mathematics, he asks for assistance if he needs it, and he spends 6 hours every night to
study mathematics. Truly, we can say that levy is a greenflag.

To overcome stress in math and enhance your learning experience, it’s important to combine ample
preparation with a positive mental attitude. Preparation involves taking action, while optimism focuses
on the psychological aspect. Cultivating a positive mindset involves believing in yourself, visualizing your
goals, and celebrating small wins. By replacing negative thoughts with realistic ones, practicing self-
compassion, and surrounding yourself with supportive influences, you can make math feel less
intimidating. Setting SMART goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound is
also essential. Celebrating small wins through a reward system can boost motivation and confidence.
Maintaining an optimistic attitude leads to improved understanding and success in math over time.

Have you ever taken a math exam and thought to yourself, “I’m going to fail this again.” If you’ve ever felt
that math is difficult, you’re not alone. “Math is hard.” And “Math is complicated.” Are common phrases
we hear. How do we gain confidence in math? Do you know how to do math?

Let us begin by identifying the areas that you find difficult to comprehend. Then practice some more.
Practice. Practice. Practice. Until you get tired of it. Math entails various solutions to various problems.
There are multiple solutions to a single problem. If you’re still having trouble, seek help from someone.
There is nothing wrong with seeking assistance. Finally, eliminate negative thoughts. Maintain a positive
attitude. Preparation and optimism are important factors in achieving confidence. If you don’t get it the
first time, there's always a second chance.
Preparation, Confidence, and Fun/ Optimism are the keys to our conquest over Math Anxiety. With
adequate preparedness you gain confidence to tackle the challenge of mathematics. Learn the basic,
seek assistance and put that knowledge into practice. Be optimistic. Having fixed attitude towards math
can lead to overcoming math phobia. Math simply states “it’s my way or the highway”. Don’t let anxiety
hinder your full capacity. Boost your confidence with self- awareness and positive mindset.

Tanan:

Reject math phobia. Embrace math euphoria.