The movie, The King’s Speech, is based on the true story of King George VI of England. It detailed the process of how a reluctant Monarch with a speech impediment found his own true voice with the help of a remarkable speech therapist.
It is worth seeing not only because it has received wide acclaim, including 7 Golden Globe nominations (one won for best actors) and 12 Oscar nominations, but also because it connects with every one of us on a common theme: the struggle one faces, which for the king is stammer, on a deeper level, unconfidence, which every one could relate to in one occasion or another.
In the movie, you’ll also see and learn how King George VI works diligently to gain control of his speaking voice with all kinds of exercises, some of which we mentioned several times in previous blog posts, breathing exercises, relaxation exercises, articulation exercises, pauses, etc. It’s also a great learning experience for anyone who has interest in public speaking.
It takes great courage, faith, help, persistence and relentless practice to overcome one’s predicament. When facing your own predicament, will you fight against it till you make it?
