This book explains why we keep quitting things 👀📖
The Audacity of being seen 💗 it's about why women stop — the gym, the business, posting, all of it. and the answer isn't laziness, it's embarrassment. being scared of people watching you while you're still figuring it out. the dedication page says 'for every woman who deleted the post, closed the notebook, or walked out of the room because someone might have seen her trying. It’s on amazon if you want it!
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From my personal experience, the struggle to maintain consistency in the gym or any new endeavor often felt rooted in a fear far deeper than mere tiredness or lack of motivation. Reading about how embarrassment can masquerade as laziness truly resonated with me. Embarrassment creates a form of social paralysis—it’s the fear that someone is watching us during our most vulnerable moments when we’re still learning or not yet ‘perfect.’ This fear can lead to avoidance behaviors, where we choose to delay or quit rather than face perceived judgment. I’ve noticed that this tendency often starts early, especially for women. Social conditioning encourages us to be self-conscious and overly concerned with how we’re perceived, which can stunt growth and confidence. The concept of "smallness," described in the book, mirrors many moments when I found myself shrinking away from opportunities simply to avoid feeling exposed or inadequate. What has helped me break free is shifting my internal narrative from one of global self-judgment to curiosity and growth. Instead of fearing failure or embarrassment, I try to view setbacks as learning opportunities. One practical step I took was to start sharing my progress publicly, even when imperfect. Although scary at first, this transparency gradually diminished the power of embarrassment. Moreover, understanding that embarrassment is common and that it can be the root of giving up changed how I approach challenges. It’s empowering to know that the so-called "laziness" is often an emotional response that can be acknowledged and addressed with patience and self-compassion. In communities focused on self-improvement, like book clubs or online forums, sharing these feelings openly can foster support and accountability. I highly recommend this book to women struggling with quitting anything—be it fitness, business ventures, or creative projects—as it offers a compassionate and insightful perspective that helps you reclaim your drive by facing embarrassment head-on.
