The Fear That’s Holding You Back From Everything | Ep. 348

The Fear That’s Holding You Back From Everything | Ep. 348

From The Macro Hour by Nikkiey Stott

March 30, 2026 · 28 min

About this episode

Nikkiey Stott discusses the fear of judgment that holds women back from achieving their goals.

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott breaks down one of the biggest hidden obstacles holding women back—the fear of judgment. It often shows up in subtle ways: waiting until you feel “ready,” avoiding new challenges, or staying quiet about your goals. But beneath it is a deeper fear of being seen, judged, or getting it wrong. Nikkiey shares how this fear is shaped by societal expectations and why it keeps so many women playing small—holding back their results, confidence, and grow...

People in this episode

Host: Nikkiey Stott

Topics covered

  • fear of judgment
  • women's empowerment
  • societal expectations
  • personal growth
  • confidence

Keywords

  • fear
  • judgment
  • women
  • confidence
  • societal expectations
  • personal growth

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