It's Not Stage Fright

Ep 001: It's Not Stage Fright Episode Overview: Sam Linton—pastor, coach, and pro communicator—tackles that clammy, heart-pounding moment before you speak. He says "stage fright" isn’t real—it’s just fear—and gives simple ways to beat it and speak with confidence.

Key Points:

No Such Thing as Stage Fright: It’s fear, not a flaw—75% of us feel it.

Why It Happens: Your brain thinks a speech is a cheetah attack (fight or flight!).

Sam’s Story: He battled panic attacks for 9 months in 2016 and won.

Fear Triggers: Big stakes, new gigs, or old flops.

3 Quick Fixes: Stay Present: "That flop isn’t this moment."

Boost Confidence: Use past wins. See People: Talk to one face, not a crowd.

Fun Bits: Ranch dressing woes at fancy restaurants. A skydiving gift with a death waiver.

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