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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over

You d think that having done 3 previous ones , the nerves will be under control , but no .

What if the number of sexual anecdotes is 3 too many ?

What if if I slur my words ?

What if I don’t make it funny enough ?

Any great wedding speeches you’ve delivered or observed ? Any terrible ones ?

Or wedding stories ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Try youtube

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By *aint_or_SinnerWoman
over a year ago

South County Dublin


"You d think that having done 3 previous ones , the nerves will be under control , but no .

What if the number of sexual anecdotes is 3 too many ?

What if if I slur my words ?

What if I don’t make it funny enough ?

Any great wedding speeches you’ve delivered or observed ? Any terrible ones ?

Or wedding stories ? "

Keep it short and sweet with a couple of witty anecdotes that aren't too offensive (my advice).

You can only do you - and the wedding guests just may have a different sense of humour, so there'll always be someone bitching and moaning - can't please everyone, that's just life...

Wedding speeches have a tendency to go on for wayyyy too long.

I had a group of friends, we'd put money on the time from the start of the speeches to the end. Gave a little extra edge...

Have fun and enjoy, that's the most important part

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By *onderingpurposeMan
over a year ago

Belfast

Nothing spoils a wedding quite like the prospect of having to make a speech.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I did one. I was a nervous wreck but I was well prepared which I think is key. In the end I walked around through everyone with the wireless mic and had a great time and everyone loved it. 2 double vodkas helped a lot too in fairness

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over


"I did one. I was a nervous wreck but I was well prepared which I think is key. In the end I walked around through everyone with the wireless mic and had a great time and everyone loved it. 2 double vodkas helped a lot too in fairness "

Yes was thinking two double vodkas myself

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Did 1...twas enough for me..l absolutely hate any limelight so when l have to talk and people looking and listening at me it's a huge ask ,have also spoke at my late Dad's funeral Mass..now THAT takes emotions to a completely different level .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would just politely decline the opportunity if I didn't want to do it

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By *ome_wild_girlWoman
over a year ago

Antrim Town

In addition to all advice from before, A4 page, typed in larger font than usual, 16 is a good size, speeches on cards get muddled up, small type you can forget your place, set it out in paragraphs so you can work through what need saying, try not to nervous waffle or too many toasts, that gets tiring quickly too and good luck OP

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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago

on the hill NordWest of

Are people still getting married?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Are people still getting married? "

After your spitting post...I'm game if you are

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By *hilaboutMan
over a year ago

kilkenny


"In addition to all advice from before, A4 page, typed in larger font than usual, 16 is a good size, speeches on cards get muddled up, small type you can forget your place, set it out in paragraphs so you can work through what need saying, try not to nervous waffle or too many toasts, that gets tiring quickly too and good luck OP"
brilliant advice couldnt ave put it better myself..

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over


"I would just politely decline the opportunity if I didn't want to do it"

He is my BFF! . But these things always trigger a bit of anxiety

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over


"In addition to all advice from before, A4 page, typed in larger font than usual, 16 is a good size, speeches on cards get muddled up, small type you can forget your place, set it out in paragraphs so you can work through what need saying, try not to nervous waffle or too many toasts, that gets tiring quickly too and good luck OP"

Yes thank you have been trying to work on this

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I would just politely decline the opportunity if I didn't want to do it

He is my BFF! . But these things always trigger a bit of anxiety "

Then concentrate on the people you're talking about, not yourself, and keep it mercifully brief, a couple of jokes that everyone can get, a little bit of poignant recollection of your mutual lost youth, a compliment to the bride and Bobs your uncle.

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By *antra MassageMan
over a year ago

South Side.

I've never done it. But, have given lots of talks. I'm OK in front of an audience, but only enjoy it if I'm well prepared. I'd advise rehearsing it, with a few friends, have it videod, cringe... Then try again, until you're happy with it. Personally, I'd hate to do it, as the whole ritual of a wedding makes me cringe. I don't believe in it, so I'd find it hard to give the speech. Best of luck.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Like a mini skirt,

Short enough to keep their attention but long enough to cover everything

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By *atherjackhackettMan
over a year ago

Tipperary


"I've never done it. But, have given lots of talks. I'm OK in front of an audience, but only enjoy it if I'm well prepared. I'd advise rehearsing it, with a few friends, have it videod, cringe... Then try again, until you're happy with it. Personally, I'd hate to do it, as the whole ritual of a wedding makes me cringe. I don't believe in it, so I'd find it hard to give the speech. Best of luck. "

I agree. So much pressure to try be funny. Everyone trying to be funnier than the last one. All trying to be comedians. Best man is often the only one who thinks he's funny. So contrived. Total cringe.

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over

Whatever I think of the process , I am going to try my best to do what’s going to make him and his Bride happy . It’s their day . They want a traditional celebration . And they’re in love . And they’re very lovely . They’re also doing this later than most so will hopefully avoid some of the usual errors ...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Whatever I think of the process , I am going to try my best to do what’s going to make him and his Bride happy . It’s their day . They want a traditional celebration . And they’re in love . And they’re very lovely . They’re also doing this later than most so will hopefully avoid some of the usual errors ..."

Whether they have a successful marriage is up to them, but you're correct, having agreed to take on the role, it's not for you to allow your personal feelings about marriage to get in the way.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I was best man 2 years ago and had to make a speech, was dreading it for months leading up to it. I didn’t go the usual best man speech route with shit jokes and cringe anecdotes, kept it short and simple with one or two little laughs in it. I wrote it all out and practiced over and over and simplified it where i could. Didn’t have a drink before the speeches either and it all worked out perfectly, Bride and groom and all other guests really enjoyed it and was proud of myself if I’m honest.

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over


"I was best man 2 years ago and had to make a speech, was dreading it for months leading up to it. I didn’t go the usual best man speech route with shit jokes and cringe anecdotes, kept it short and simple with one or two little laughs in it. I wrote it all out and practiced over and over and simplified it where i could. Didn’t have a drink before the speeches either and it all worked out perfectly, Bride and groom and all other guests really enjoyed it and was proud of myself if I’m honest. "

Well done . Sounds very authentic . You were yourself

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I was best man 2 years ago and had to make a speech, was dreading it for months leading up to it. I didn’t go the usual best man speech route with shit jokes and cringe anecdotes, kept it short and simple with one or two little laughs in it. I wrote it all out and practiced over and over and simplified it where i could. Didn’t have a drink before the speeches either and it all worked out perfectly, Bride and groom and all other guests really enjoyed it and was proud of myself if I’m honest. "

A bit of sincerity goes a long way

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over

Clocking in at 6 minutes at the mo

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My best friend growing up got married into a wealthy Chinese family, I was a best man… got up to deliver a speech and the majority of the wedding was her family. Apparently the Chinese are not as into the “speech” thing and everyone talked through my entire rambles of how great a couple they were and my jokes fell flat…. Like flat flat… was the hardest speech of my life and I like to think I am decent in front of a crowd for public speaking…. God I shudder at the memory of it still …

Good luck OP with your speech and the advice here is sound… talk calmly and use the lighthouse method… scan the room during your speech, find friendly faces and keep looking at them.. as you move through what I’ve no doubt will be a great delivery.

If that fails… get naked… or I mean picture the crowd naked!!

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over


"My best friend growing up got married into a wealthy Chinese family, I was a best man… got up to deliver a speech and the majority of the wedding was her family. Apparently the Chinese are not as into the “speech” thing and everyone talked through my entire rambles of how great a couple they were and my jokes fell flat…. Like flat flat… was the hardest speech of my life and I like to think I am decent in front of a crowd for public speaking…. God I shudder at the memory of it still …

Good luck OP with your speech and the advice here is sound… talk calmly and use the lighthouse method… scan the room during your speech, find friendly faces and keep looking at them.. as you move through what I’ve no doubt will be a great delivery.

If that fails… get naked… or I mean picture the crowd naked!!

"

Thank you . Lighthouse is a sound piece of advice

Sorry to hear about the speech but somethings are beyond our control

Whilst In recent times getting naked seems to be my answer to everything I might make this an exception

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over

The best man trousers are super tight . Fuck me sideways

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere


"The best man trousers are super tight . Fuck me sideways "

They might have to

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You d think that having done 3 previous ones , the nerves will be under control , but no .

What if the number of sexual anecdotes is 3 too many ?

What if if I slur my words ?

What if I don’t make it funny enough ?

Any great wedding speeches you’ve delivered or observed ? Any terrible ones ?

Or wedding stories ? "

Be prepared and you'll be fine! I was the "best man" at my friend's wedding a couple of years ago. And I am the shyest, most anxious person you'll ever meet. I was terrified. But I prepared well in advance! I even ran the speech by my friend's partner to make sure she liked it. Have a couple of funny anecdotes, compliment the bride, don't be insulting, and you'll be grand

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By *oo32Man
over a year ago

tipperary

Keep it short and simple...thank them...compliment...when your speaking focus on people you know...toast at the end

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By *adhatter and coCouple
over a year ago

Middle of mayo n peaceful tranquility

Done 2, agree they not easy for some peeps, I went in with the dont give a fuk attitude, you need to start off good to get the crowd going. Lol. My first line was, " ladies and gentlemen. This is the second time today that I got up off a warm seat, with a sheet of paper in my hand", lol. Worked both times. And then I rambled on with unrehearsed rubbish.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Done 2, agree they not easy for some peeps, I went in with the dont give a fuk attitude, you need to start off good to get the crowd going. Lol. My first line was, " ladies and gentlemen. This is the second time today that I got up off a warm seat, with a sheet of paper in my hand", lol. Worked both times. And then I rambled on with unrehearsed rubbish. "

I started mine off with "I prepared some lines, but the bride's brother snorted them all"

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere

Was at a wedding when the best man stood up with a toilet roll in his hand to make his speech...he started to unroll it and while reading it said" Ive a short speech I wrote down earlier" ....it got a laugh...he dropped the roll it knocked over a load of drinks onto the bridesmaid and rolled off the table onto the floor

That got a bigger laugh

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere


"Done 2, agree they not easy for some peeps, I went in with the dont give a fuk attitude, you need to start off good to get the crowd going. Lol. My first line was, " ladies and gentlemen. This is the second time today that I got up off a warm seat, with a sheet of paper in my hand", lol. Worked both times. And then I rambled on with unrehearsed rubbish.

I started mine off with "I prepared some lines, but the bride's brother snorted them all" "

Brilliant

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By *asual777 OP   Man
over a year ago

i travel all over

Thank you all . The whole day was perfect and the speech went down really well

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