Tips to Discover Your True Voice (It Means More Than You Realize)

As-salamu alaykum! For men, one of the most important things you use every day is your voice. Having a strong and confident voice can earn you respect and make others see you as a leader. I used to dislike the way I sounded and felt shy whenever I spoke. I didn’t like the voice I heard. So, here’s how I worked on changing my voice to sound more firm and confident, insha’Allah. 1. Your true voice is already in you. The depth of your voice depends mostly on the size and thickness of your vocal cords. You can’t really change that naturally after puberty. But don’t worry, you can still make your voice sound deeper. Often, your natural voice is actually lower than how you normally speak. 2. Find your natural pitch by speaking from your “mask” area-the front of your face around your nose and mouth. Many people try to force a deep voice by using their throat, but that sounds fake. Instead, speak so you feel a little vibration in that front area. That vibration means you’re using your true tone, which sounds deeper and more confident without trying too hard. 3. Add strength to your voice by breathing properly from your diaphragm. Most of us breathe wrong, lifting our chest and shoulders. Try this: take a breath and see if your belly moves in and out while your chest stays still. That’s the right way to breathe, and it gives your voice that powerful, steady sound. I hope these simple tips help you find your original voice and speak with confidence, insha’Allah!