Ep. 6 The Fear of Being Seen: Why It Feels Like Exposure (and How to Create Through It)

12/05/2025 12 min

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It’s not failure we fear—it’s being seen.Not just visible, but witnessed in the raw, unfinished, becoming stage of our creative process.In this episode, I explore what it really means to be seen as a creator—and why it feels so damn uncomfortable. We’ll talk about the nervous system roots of creative fear, what it costs to stay hidden, and how to move through vulnerability with courage (not perfection). You’ll hear my own journey of learning to show up, speak up, and share even when I wasn’t “ready.”If fear has ever stopped you from hitting publish, sharing your truth, or fully expressing your voice—this one's for you.We’ll cover:Why being seen feels so riskyThe link between vulnerability and visibilitySigns you’re in creative survival modeHow to work with fear instead of against itWhy showing up imperfectly is powerfulThis is a truth-soaked, tender episode for anyone craving real connection through their creativity. Let’s face the fear together.New episode next week: Authentic Self-Expression.