Hi! I’m Sofía Mateo, strategy and personal branding consultant, and you’re listening to “Empresaria Nómada”, the podcast where we talk about entrepreneurship, personal development, travel, marketing and much more, all from the perspective of a restless mind. In this episode, we’re going to talk about the fear of ridicule and how it can affect our journey as entrepreneurs. To start, let me share with you an experience I recently witnessed at the gym. I was in a spinning class and a guy who stood out for his commitment and attitude caught my attention. Although he could have chosen to go unnoticed, he decided to give his all to the activity, regardless of what others thought. This attitude made me reflect on how fear of ridicule can limit us in our endeavors. Fear of ridicule can paralyze us and make us avoid situations of exposure or risk in our business. We fear the opinion of others and worry about what they might think of our actions. However, it is important to remember that we can never please everyone and that focusing on outside opinions can stunt our growth. When we allow ourselves to act without fear of ridicule, like the guy at the gym, we free ourselves to be authentic and creative in our endeavor. It is crucial to learn to accept that there will be criticism and negative opinions, but the important thing is to move forward with our goals and visions. So the next time you feel that fear of ridicule, remember the story of the guy in the gym and ask yourself what really matters: the opinion of others or your own growth and success as an entrepreneur? I hope this reflection inspires you to overcome your fears and take the necessary actions to grow your business. If you liked this episode, leave me a rating and remember that you can find me on Instagram as @soySofíaMateo or through my website pequeñasdosis.com. See you on the next episode of Nomadic Entrepreneur. See you later!