Episode 42 · The Visible Leader Series · The Cost of Being Seen

Written By Dr. Yanina Gomez
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Welcome Back, Visionista!

Have you ever gotten a little bit of attention for something you were proud of, and immediately felt the urge to pull back? Delete the post, drop the price, go quiet? That instinct isn't random. It's the subject of Part II of The Visible Leader, a four-part series on money, worth, and visibility.

In this episode, we're looking at what actually happens the moment you start being seen, and why that moment can feel so much more dangerous than it actually is. There's newer psychological research on this that completely reframes where that cold reaction from other people is really coming from.

Hit play to hear the story that started this episode for me, and the tool I now use before I decide whether to shrink something back down.

As you listen, sit with these questions:

  1. What have you quietly pulled back after getting a little bit of attention for it?

  2. Whose comfort might you have been protecting, without realizing it?

  3. What would it feel like to let someone else have their reaction, without making it your job to fix it?

A few things to explore in this episode:

  • The real reason people react coldly to success

  • Whose discomfort you're actually responsible for

  • A one-question pause before you shrink something back

Ready to put this into practice this week?

Step 1. Practice Compassionate Pause | Curious? Hit the play button to learn more.

Step 2. Say aloud your Anchor Statement: "I was not made to shrink so someone else feels comfortable."


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Check Out My Books!

  1. Today's Working Artist: Weekly Mindful Reflections to Awaken Your Potential

  2. Crush Self-Sabotage and Live Fully: The Artist's Wellness Journey to Confidence & Success

  3. Moms Don't Quit: How to Stay Connected with Your Tween or Teen in a Noisy World

“Let’s quiet the doubt, transform that relentless loud inner voice into your biggest ally, lead from unshakeable purpose, and watch your business and life rise. Purpose is loudest when anxiety is quiet.”

—Dr. Yanina

Dr. Yanina Gomez

Dr. Yanina is an author, speaker, psychologist, and mindset and psycho-emotional wellness specialist. She co-founded Art NXT Level, an online coaching program supporting artists’ careers. With a Doctorate in Psychology and advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), she helps individuals navigate self-sabotage, anxiety, and personal growth. Dr. Yanina is passionate about equipping creatives and women entrepreneurs through workshops, retreats, practical resources, and individual wellness sessions. She has authored various books, including Today’s Working Artist, Crush Self-Sabotage & Live Fully, and Moms Don’t Quit! She is the host of Inside Edge; Mindset, and Emotional Wellness for Women Entrepreneur Podcast.

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