How (NOT) to Prepare A Speech

As I was preparing for my trip of a lifetime in South America, an exciting thing happened. 

I was invited to give a speech to 1000 Mexican students. 

In my head, I’m thinking: Ok, I have zero time to prepare it before I leave but hey, it sounds exciting. I ask: When is it? 

The answer: This friday. In 4 days.

I’m struck by anxiety for the tight schedule, but I push it aside and accept. 

Fast forward a few days.

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