#83 - The Spotlight Effect

15/10/2025 11 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we unpack why your brain overreacts to embarrassment—and how realizing nobody cares can free you to do what actually makes you happy. You’ll learn how the “spotlight effect” tricks you into thinking everyone’s watching, and how to rewire that fear through small, fearless reps. From a Cornell experiment that proves people barely notice you, to saying no without guilt, to asking for a random discount just to practice not caring—this one’s all about confidence, freedom, and living life on your own terms.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 Why your brain loves when you lose0:47 The spotlight effect explained2:10 Nobody cares—and that’s freeing6:15 Stop letting judgment control your choices8:45 How to practice not giving a sh*t🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: fiobros.com/meditate🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONIf you find our content helpful & want to support us on our creator journey, sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGinstagram.com/fiobros