Nobody is thinking about you (and that's empowering!) Ever feel like everyone's judging your every move? Spoiler alert: they're probably not. People are wired to focus on themselves and their own anxieties. This might sound counterintuitive, but it's actually liberating! When we realize the spotlight isn't constantly on us, we can shed the fear of making mistakes. Innovation requires taking risks, and those often involve missteps. By embracing the possibility of "failing in public," we open ourselves up to incredible growth and learning. So, the next time that inner critic whispers doubts, remember: put yourself out there! Share your ideas, experiment, and don't be afraid to make mistakes. You might be surprised by the positive response (and even if there isn't one, you'll still be learning valuable lessons). Artwork by Ash Lamb (who is always worth a follow!) #motivation #productivity #mindset
It's not that they don't care, they're just too busy thinking about themselves or not thinking critically at all. Even when people do get around to thinking about you, what they think is none of your business. Keep moving forward.
100% Addy. The realization that we’re not as central in others’ thoughts as we think can be super liberating. It's like a confidence switch that lets you step out of your own spotlight and try new things without worrying about what other people think.
It cleverly flips the script on self-doubt by reminding us that people are often consumed by their own worries. This frees us from feeling constantly judged.
Be a team player, but never forget: YOU are responsive to your own growth and path. Always protect that bubble. Thanks Addy!
Or just people sometimes thinking to much, instead of taking more action. So they can create problems that don't exist. Thanks for sharing Addy!
The spotlight effect is a thief of time & effectiveness. Thanks for the angle on this one Addy!
Such a great message! Everyone is busy in their own life! Stop overthinking and start taking actions. Addy Osmani
I love this post! It's so true that nobody is thinking about us as much as we think they are. It's freeing to know that we can make mistakes and learn from them without constantly worrying about what others think. Thanks for the reminder, Addy! 😄 #positivity #selfgrowth
Yes, that is a cognitive bias or distortion. "The spotlight effect describes how people tend to believe that others are paying more attention to them than they actually are—in other words, our tendency to always feel like we are “in the spotlight.” This bias shows up frequently in our day-to-day lives, both in positive situations (like when we nail a presentation and overestimate how impressed all our co-workers must be) and in negative ones (like when we bomb the presentation and feel like everybody must be laughing about it behind our backs)." https://thedecisionlab.com/biases/spotlight-effect
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1wGreat share, Addy. As the word goes "You need to silence out the inner NEGATIVE voice pushing you down, and saying YOU CAN'T DO IT." If you do that, you will be invincible. Cheers 😊