How to Avoid Filler Words When You Speak

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Matt Abrahams teaches a breath technique called ’landing phrases’ to reduce filler words. He explains speech requires pushing air out and you cannot say ‘um’ while inhaling, so finishing each phrase completely out of breath forces a silent pause. He recommends practicing once a day by reading your calendar aloud, landing the end of every item.

Key takeaways

• Abrahams recommends ’landing phrases’ — finishing each phrase out of breath — to eliminate filler words.
• Abrahams explains you cannot say ‘um’ while inhaling, so the technique builds in a silent pause.
• Abrahams suggests practicing daily by reading your schedule aloud and landing each item.

Episode details: published November 19, 2025 · 95.6K views · 1:16 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The science and protocols described are Andrew Huberman’s, presented for education — not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional before changing your own health practices.

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