Public Speaking with Panic Attacks? Here’s What Actually Helped Me

Have you ever struggled with anxiety or panic attacks right before a major speaking engagement? You’re not alone—and this episode could be a game-changer. In today’s episode of The Sam Linton Show, we dive deep into the reality that even seasoned communicators face: crippling anxiety when it’s time to speak. Sam, a professional speaking coach and pastor with years of stage experience, shares a vulnerable, powerful story about his first major panic attack—and the ten-month battle that followed.

You’ll walk away with practical, real-life strategies to speak confidently, even when fear hits hard. From embracing the fleeting nature of panic to learning how to pause, breathe, and focus on your audience, Sam delivers seven proven tools that helped him overcome stage-related anxiety without medication. If you’re a leader, communicator, entrepreneur, or creative looking to speak with strength and authenticity, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

👉 Listen now to reclaim your voice—even through fear.

🔍 Keywords: speaking with anxiety, overcome panic attacks, confidence on stage, public speaking fear, how to speak confidently, Christian speaker podcast, communication coaching, Sam Linton

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Resources Mentioned:

• 📘 Kill My Fear (Sam’s book on fear and anxiety) – eBook 

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