{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/655ce26ca2b4520012004845/69e76ca41e1e812364d770d5?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why You Use Filler Words And How to Stop Them","description":"<p>In this episode, Lucas and Alex dive into one of the most common habits in speaking filler sounds.</p><p><br></p><p>They break down why words like “um,” “uh,” and “you know” show up in the first place, and what’s actually happening in your head when they do.</p><p><br></p><p>The big realization? It’s not just about bad habits,&nbsp; it’s about thinking, pressure, and how you handle silence.</p><p><br></p><p>They talk about:</p><ul><li> Why filler sounds appear when you’re thinking or unprepared</li><li> How they instantly affect your credibility and attention</li><li> The difference between removing them and controlling them</li><li> Why going “perfect” can actually make you sound less human</li><li> A simple exercise you can try to become more aware of them</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This is a practical and honest conversation about something everyone does, but very few people are aware of.</p><p>If you’ve ever listened back to yourself and thought “why do I sound like that?” This episode will change how you hear your own voice.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow us on social media</p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel</a></p><p>Website: <a href=\"https://headgain.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://headgain.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Join our <strong>community</strong></p><p>Free skool community: <a href=\"https://www.skool.com/beginner\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.skool.com/beginner</a></p><p>Paid skool community: <a href=\"https://www.skool.com/speak\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.skool.com/speak</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Alex </p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/</a></p><p>Linkedin: <a href=\"https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Lucas</p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/</a> </p><p>Linkedin: <a href=\"https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Lucas Reuterstig & Alex Grabner Jarlung "}