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physical pain, to increasing

mental clarity. I venture to
say deep breathing supports
literally everything in our
physical bodies, and emotional

and mental states as well.
Avoid glottal onsets (see
the article in November,
2020 Voices!) Breathe starting

with your nose and belly, not
the upper chest. Speak with
passion, with healthy vocal
technique! Your throat will

thank you, and so will your
audience.
Laura Handke is an
inspirational and energetic

Transformational Voice®
teacher, facilitator, writer and
speaker committed to helping
people free their voices. Laura

received her Bachelor of Arts
Degree in Sociology from South
Dakota State University. She
helps clients (in presentations,

workshops, and private lessons)
unleash and hone their authentic
voice and speaking message, with
heart. She is the author, most

recently, of How Abella Found
Her Voice, a 35-page eBook fable
complete with instructional vocal
technique videos. You can learn

more about Laura at her website
laurahandke.com

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