Crippling Anxiety: How I Beat Panic Attacks to Become a 3x USA Memory Champion | John Graham

John Graham went from being a shy, anxious kid to becoming a three-time USA Memory Champion and performing before 400 million viewers in China. Despite these achievements, John faced severe anxiety and daily panic attacks, which led him to confront and release suppressed emotions. Today, he has transformed his struggles into strength, helping others unlock their true potential. In this episode, John joins Ilana to share how he overcame severe anxiety through unconventional methods, the importance of facing your triggers, and the powerful connection between emotional healing and peak performance.

John Graham is a three-time USA Memory Champion, memory improvement expert, and a featured competitor on FOX’s Superhuman. He holds achievements like memorizing 229 names and faces in 15 minutes. As a speaker and coach, John helps others overcome anxiety, build confidence, and reach their potential.

In this episode, Ilana and John will discuss:
00:00 The Power of Imagination in Memory
00:23 Overcoming Shyness and Panic Attacks
01:15 Discovering the Art of Memory
02:15 The Journey to Becoming a Memory Champion
05:09 Coping with Anxiety and Pressure
16:43 Chaos Training and Handling Pressure
27:16 The Pressure Cooker of Panic Attacks
28:11 Experiencing and Managing Panic Attacks
29:38 The Emotional Root of Anxiety
30:13 The Onset of Panic Attacks
30:56 The Misdiagnosis and Its Aftermath
32:07 Breaking the Cycle of Panic
32:56 The Emotional Root Cause
41:26 The Power of Memory Techniques
47:43 Advice to My Younger Self
49:29 A Message of Hope and Responsibility
53:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

John Graham is a three-time USA Memory Champion, memory improvement expert, and a featured competitor on FOX’s Superhuman. Known for his ability to memorize extraordinary amounts of information, John has captivated audiences worldwide. He holds achievements like memorizing 229 names and faces in 15 minutes. As a speaker and coach, John helps others overcome anxiety, build confidence, and reach their potential.

Connect with John:
John’s Website: memoryjohn.com/about/
John’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/memoryjohn

Resources Mentioned:
Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer: https://www.amazon.com/Moonwalking-Ei...

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